Arab University of Beirut
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| Type | Private |
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| Established | 1960 |
| President | Amr Galal El-Adawi |
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Academic staff
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1000 |
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Administrative staff
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313 |
| Students | >15,000 |
| Location |
Beirut,  Lebanon(Main Campus) |
| Campus | Urban (Beirut) Suburban (Debbieh) |
| Colors | Royal Blue |
| Website | www.bau.edu.lb/ |
Beirut Arab University (BAU) (Arabic: جـامعة بيروت العربية) is a Lebanese private university located in Beirut, Lebanon. It was founded by the Lebanese El-Bir and Ihsan Society in 1960. The university is ranked among the top universities in the Arab Region by 2015/16 QS World University Rankings.
Beirut Arab University is a member of:
The University currently consists of the following 10 faculties:
Beirut Campus:
It is the main campus located at the south gate of the capital Beirut, specifically in Tarik El-Jadidah District, and houses the following faculties: Arts, Law & Political Science, Commerce & Business Administration, Pharmacy, Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Beirut campus is undergoing continuous renovation and renewal of its buildings.
Debbieh Campus:
First- Location - BAU’s land is located on the real estate number 615 in Debbieh, and it is 33 km far from Beirut Campus. The land has an area of 693,000 m2. The highest point there is 404 m above sea level, while the lowest point is 154 m above sea level. The land encompasses 4 hills each of which is known for its height or function.
Tripoli Campus:
BAU’s campus is located in Debeya area next to the Olympic Stadium. It is 88 km far from BAU’s Campus in Beirut.The land was bought on 13/12/2003. It has an area of 15,540 m 2 and is distinguished by its view overlooking the sea with a frontage of 185 m long. It is located on two main roads which makes it easy to get to the university.
All programs and examinations at BAU are set in English except for the Faculties of Arts and Law where the language of instruction varies depending on the nature of the course/s. Hence, applicants must provide evidence of their English language proficiency in one of the following ways:
All undergraduate applicants and transferring students are expected to pass BAU's English Language admission exam with a minimum score of 70%. However, applicants who have passed a TOEFL Exam with a minimum score of 500 or IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5 or have successfully completed the General Certificate of Education (GCE) program are exempted from this English Language admission exam. Similarly, transferring students who have completed a minimum of two years at an institution where the language of instruction is English are exempted from BAU's English Language admission exam.
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