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Arab Open University

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

International Students

32%

Tuition

Varies by program

About Arab Open University

University

The Arab Open University (AOU) is a non-profit pan-Arab university founded by Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz. Established to provide accessible and flexible higher education, the Egypt branch utilizes a blended learning model that combines traditional face-to-face tutorials with modern e-learning technologies. In partnership with the Open University in the United Kingdom, AOU Egypt offers dual-accredited degrees, allowing students to earn both a local and a British certificate. The university aims to foster a knowledge-based society and prepare students for the global labor market through diverse programs in fields such as business, computer studies, and languages.

Business Administration
Accounting
Marketing
Information Technology and Computing
Computer Science
Network and Security
Web Development
English Language and Literature
Translation
Mass Communication
Journalism
Public Relations
Radio and Television
Graphic and Multimedia Design
Education
Early Childhood
Special Education
Law

Institution profile

Short name
AOU Egypt
Founded
2002
Institution type
University
National ranking
#41
Ranking year
2026
Visa support
Available

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Scholarships available

Funding opportunities exist for international students

English requirements defined

Proficiency demonstrated by IELTS (minimum 5.5-6.0), TOEFL iBT (minimum 60-80), or the AOU Oxford Online Placement Test (score 80 and above). Students who do not meet these scores may be required to take remedial English courses.

Highly international campus

32% international students — diverse environment

Admissions

Language req.
Proficiency demonstrated by IELTS (minimum 5.5-6.0), TOEFL iBT (minimum 60-80), or the AOU Oxford Online Placement Test (score 80 and above). Students who do not meet these scores may be required to take remedial English courses.
Application deadlines
2024-09-14

Academics

Total students
14,726
Language
English
Degrees
Bachelor

Cost & support

Tuition
Varies by program
Scholarships
Available

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Tuition & living costs

Tuition: Varies by program

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About

A non-profit, open-learning university in Egypt offering dual-accredited degrees in partnership with the Open University UK through a flexible blended learning model.

Quick facts

Ownershipprivate nonprofit
Students14,726
LanguageEnglish
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Official resources

Contact admissions

General contact
info@aou.edu.eg+202 26890500

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