Al-Aqsa University

Name	Al-Aqsa University
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)	جامعة الأقصى
Acronym	AQU
Founded	1991 Origins date back to 1955 as a teachers institute
Motto	Pioneership, Excellence and Creativity
Colours	White, green, orange and grey
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Address	Univerities Street Gaza City 4051 Gaza Strip Palestinian Territory
	Location Map and Satellite View
	(8) 264 1601
	(8) 264 1602
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Al-Aqsa University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Al-Aqsa University's academic range and degree level offering.

Al-Aqsa University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	Undergraduate		Postgraduate
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Al-Aqsa University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Al-Aqsa University.

Al-Aqsa University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)	2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International students	1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)	2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).

Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.

Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.

Admission Requirements

Not reported

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Al-Aqsa University has reported to uniRank to welcome around 500 international students from various countries, including:

Egypt
Belgium
Syria

Admission Office

Al Aqsa University -Universities Street
Gaza Cilty 4051
(8) 264 1623

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.

Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

Disabled Students %

Not reported

Religious Affiliation

None.

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

University Library

Yes

The Al-Aqsa University Library was established in 1991, coinciding with the transformation of the Teachers' Institute into the Faculty of Education. Since then, the library has been continuously expanding and developing its collections, adopting the latest advanced technological systems. In 1995, the library's book count was around three thousand, and since then, it actively participates in local and Arab exhibitions each year to acquire the latest titles and enrich its collections. Recognizing the significance of library development for the progress of any university, the library has strived to enhance its resources.

As of 2023, the library has amassed approximately 125,272 scientific materials in its holdings, categorized as follows:

Arabic Books: 95,972
Foreign Books: 17,306
Scientific Theses: 5,202
Scientific Websites: 52

University Housing

Not reported

Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

About Sport Activities and Facilities at Al-Aqsa University:

Basketball
Swimming
Boxing
Football
Tennis

The sport facilities include:

Stadium
Football ground(s)
Soccer ground(s)
Basketball court(s)
Gym(s)
Tennis court(s)
Track and field ground(s)
Cricket ground(s)

Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University Services

Financial Aid

Yes

Al-Aqsa University offers various financial aids to its students, including:

Student Loans: Loans that require repayment.
Student Grants: Need-based grants that do not require repayment.
Student Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships that do not require repayment.
Student Allowances: Recurring payments to help with living expenses.
Tuition Waivers: Exemptions for some students from paying all or a portion of their tuition fees.
Work Opportunities: Opportunities for students to work during the academic calendar or summer vacations.

These financial aids are designed to support students and make education more accessible at Al-Aqsa University.

Study Abroad

Yes

Al-Aqsa University offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

Al Aqsa University has a good partnership with the European Union through the Erasmus+ program.
AQU has achieved many goals with exchange programs and agreements in 10 countries involving 400 students.
The university has exchange programs/agreements with the following countries/universities: Turkey, Jordan, Spain, Italy, Germany, Canada, Egypt, Britain, Ireland.
Exchange programs usually last for 4 months.
Exchange programs are also available for teaching academic staff, with 30-40 academic staff participating every year.

Distance Learning

Yes

Al-Aqsa University offers the following distance learning features:

30 courses conducted online
Utilization of the Moodle system to connect students with the learning environment

Academic Counseling

Not reported

Career Services

Not reported

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Al-Aqsa University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Al-Aqsa University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1991

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Al-Aqsa University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Al-Aqsa University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Al-Aqsa University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

Higher Education Council
Association of Arab Universities (AARU)
Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
Mediterranean Universities Union (UNIMED)
FUIW - Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World
IAUP - International Association of University Presidents
Association of Arab Universities
International Association of Universities
UN-Academic Impact - United Nations Academic Impact Program
International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education
Association of Quality Assurance Agencies in the Islamic World

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Al-Aqsa University

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Admissions

Introduction

Admission Information

Gender Admission

Admission Selection

Admission Rate

Minority Serving

Admission Requirements

International Students Admission

Admission Office

Size and Profile

Introduction

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

Academic Staff

Control Type

Entity Type

Campus Setting

Academic Calendar

Disabled Students %

Religious Affiliation

Facilities and Services

Introduction

University Facilities

University Library

University Housing

Sport Facilities/Activities

Institutional Hospital

University Services

Financial Aid

Study Abroad

Distance Learning

Academic Counseling

Career Services

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

Affiliations and Memberships

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic Structure

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