Welcome to the Directorate for Communications and International Relations at Ahlia University! We are dedicated to enhancing our global presence and fostering international connections.
Our services include:
- Facilitating student exchange programs and faculty mobility
- Supporting incoming international and outgoing Ahlia students
- Developing partnerships with leading international institutions
- Coordinating international research collaborations
- Managing strategic communications to build our global reputation
Whether you’re a student looking to study abroad, a faculty member interested in international collaboration, or a partner institution seeking to connect with Ahlia, we’re here to support your journey.
Communications
Strategic Communications at Ahlia University is an integral part of our international relations efforts. Our work focuses on two main areas: promoting the university’s achievements globally and implementing effective communication practices.
Our team is responsible for:
- Showcasing Ahlia’s academic and research accomplishments to an international audience
- Developing content that highlights our university’s unique contributions in the Arab context
- Identifying and implementing successful communication strategies
- Managing Ahlia’s international online presence and digital communications
- Supporting international partnerships and collaborations through targeted communication efforts
- Facilitating clear communication between Ahlia and its international stakeholders, including prospective students, partner institutions, and academic networks
We utilize various communication channels, including digital platforms and traditional media, to reach our diverse international audience effectively. Our goal is to enhance Ahlia University’s global reputation as a centre for academic excellence and cultural exchange in the Gulf region.
Scope of our work includes variety of activities that support university’s mission, enhance its reputation, build strong relationships with various stakeholders through purposeful and strategic use of communication tools and channels, and strengthen internal capacities in acting within internationally oriented segments:
- Situation analysis and strategic planning
- Developing communication strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Internal communications and employee engagement
- International Stakeholder Relations
- Message crafting and storytelling
- Channel selection and content strategy development
- International Reputation Management
- Digital engagement and social media strategy
- Measurement and analytics
- Research Promotion
- Thought Leadership Promotion
- Leadership and Communication Training
- Staff training on international engagement
Internationalization
Internationalization at Ahlia University is a cornerstone of our identity and our commitment to global academic excellence. Our approach encompasses various aspects of university life, ensuring a truly international experience for our students, faculty, and staff.
For us, internationalization is not a static goal, but a dynamic and ongoing process that influences every aspect of our institution.
Internationalization Committee
The Internationalization Committee at Ahlia University plays a crucial role in:
- Developing and implementing internationalization strategies
- Evaluating and enhancing international programs and initiatives
The Internationalization Committee is comprised of the academic and professional leaders in fields that are essential for a strategic approach to internationalization and related objectives. To learn more about the members and the scope of the Committee’s work, please visit the committee’s page here.
International Education at Ahlia
Ahlia University embraces internationalization through multiple channels:
- English-taught courses: All our programs are delivered in English.
- Diverse community: Our university family comprises over 40 nationalities.
- International faculty: We employ educators from around the world.
- Global research impact: Our faculty regularly publishes in international journals.
Ranking and Accreditations
Our internationalization efforts are also reflected in our global rankings and professional accreditations:
- International rankings prove our quality based on rigorous criteria, offering an objective measure of our academic standing and research impact on the global stage.
- Professional accreditations ensure our programs and colleges meet global standards, serving as international proof that our graduates possess the skills and knowledge needed in their relevant fields.
Internationalization Plan
Our internationalization plan focuses on:
- Enhancing global partnerships and collaborations
- Increasing student and faculty mobility
- Integrating international perspectives into curricula
- Exporting and promoting Arab academic, research and professional excellence
- Promoting cross-cultural research initiatives
Please refer to the plan outline here: [PDF link opens in new tab]. Full strategy document, including action sub-plans and KPIs, is available to the teams in charge of its implementation.
Academics And Faculty
Welcome to the Directorate for Communications and International Relations at Ahlia University! We are dedicated to enhancing our global presence and fostering international connections.
Our services include:
- Facilitating student exchange programs and faculty mobility
- Supporting incoming international and outgoing Ahlia students
- Developing partnerships with leading international institutions
- Coordinating international research collaborations
- Managing strategic communications to build our global reputation
Whether you’re a student looking to study abroad, a faculty member interested in international collaboration, or a partner institution seeking to connect with Ahlia, we’re here to support your journey.
Summer & Winter Schools
About winter schools organized by Ahlia, available to our partners’ students, individual students and possibly to our own students.
Expand your educational and cultural exposure, and experience new people, places, and experiences!
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Connect With Us
Directorate of International Relations
- +973 17 29 8999 Ext. 8900
- [email protected]
- GOSI Complex 1st Floor, Office 1F-11
- Sunday to Thursday - 10 AM to 5 PM
Ahlia University
- +973 17 29 8999
- [email protected]
- Bld 41, Rd 18, Al-Hoora 310 Gosi Complex, Exhibition Road
- Sunday to Thursday - 8 AM to 5 PM
