Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU) is a public university in Jordan founded by royal decree on the 22nd of August 1996. Teaching at BAU commenced in the academic year 1997/1998. The university offers 11 MA and 52 BA programs in addition to 117 intermediate university programs. BAU comprises of 6 faculties on its main campus in Al-Salt City, and 12 university colleges as satellite campuses across the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The university also oversees the 51 private and public community colleges in Jordan. BAU’s main focus is on providing quality applied technical education through inspirational teaching and world-class research. Consequently, BAU graduates are able to compete in local, regional and international markets. Programs and Degrees The university offers term-study programs according to the Credit Hours System. Upon recognition obtained from the Council of Higher Education in Jordan, Association of Arab Universities, International Association of universities, and international academic commissions, BAU awards the following academic degrees: - Master's degree - Bachelor's degree - Associate Diploma - Higher Vocational Diploma
