Mission Statement

The central mission of the American University of Technology () is the transmission, expansion, and application of knowledge through teaching, research and public service.. For the fulfillment of this mission, provides global higher education to students in Lebanon, the Arab world and the region and offers a stimulating learning environment where technology is integrated in the learning/teaching process.

The University believes that the quality of individual and social life depends on the quality of the mind; thus, it provides students with the opportunity to become more competent in their analytical thought, informed judgment, and effective communication to develop an appreciation for the life of the mind. Graduates from will be well rounded individuals, independent of mind, life-long learners, equipped for success in today’s global, inter-cultural workplace

 
Teaching Philosophy

Since traditional methods of education are no longer compatible with today’s requirements for success in professional life, has adopted the student-centered active learning method of education which includes cooperative, team-based, problem-based and other innovative techniques of learning. This type of learning serves one of the goals stated in the Mission of the University as it promotes such skills as data search and analysis, critical and creative thinking, decision making and team work. graduates who have studied under such methods of learning will not only acquire knowledge but will also work in a way that ensures a continued growth in knowledge and ability to apply what they know in order to gain a successful entry to the third millennium professional world.

 

What makes different?

  • has integrated technology in the learning / teaching process. Students make use of computers, internet and other technological innovations in their studies and can function effectively in the new millennium business environment.
  • maintains a low student / teacher ratio allowing for a better learning environment.
  •   offers constant advising to students.
  • cares for students’ careers and keeps job placement and training among its highest priorities.
  • keeps a close watch over employment trends in Lebanon and the Arab world and its programs are often modified in order to adapt to the evolving requirements of the workplace.
  • offers quality university education at a reasonable cost: the tuition fee for an average full time semester is below $1800.

 

Halat's Green Area Halat's Court
Tripoli Campus Tripoli Campus Inner View

Facts

  • The Halat campus located on the Byblos highway is undergoing a major expansion. It is convenient for students coming from North Metn, Kesrwan, Byblos and the North. Work to add 4 buildings started in April 2001. Students dormitories will be available as of February 2004, but the towns of Fidar and Halat provide enough residential space to foreign students already
     
  • The Tripoli campus, located at the southern entrance of Tripoli on Bechara Khoury Avenue serves students from North Lebanon and offers the same facilities as the Halat campus: a reading room, access to electronic databases, state-of-the-art computer labs, green areas, a cafeteria, a student lounge, parking space etc…

Most classrooms at are equipped with computers, TV monitors and over-head projectors to make learning adapted to the modern methodologies of learning. The size of classrooms makes for class sizes not exceeding 30 students, thus enhancing the interaction between instructors and students.


Facilities


In addition to state-of-the-art computer labs and micro-wave Internet connection access, offers comfortable reading rooms with a good collection of reference books and publications. Cafeterias serve 3 meals to students from Monday to Friday and also serve as training space for Hotel Management students. Parking facilities are available free of charge and the sports center will be operational in Halat in February 2004 


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Fidar/Halat, Lebanon Tel. 961 9 478143/4 Fax. 961 9 478146
Tripoli, Lebanon Tel: 961 6 410932/33  Fax : 961 6 410934
Graduate School: Jounieh, Lebanon Tel./Fax. 961 9 637009