Detailed introduction of Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport:

Introduction and Overview

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport is a regional university operated by the Arab League. It conducts teaching programs in the fields of maritime transport, business and engineering, and offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The teaching languages ​​are Arabic, English or French.

History and Establishment

The idea of ​​the academy was proposed at the meeting of the Arab League Transport Committee on March 11, 1970. It was established in Alexandria, Egypt in 1972 and later expanded to Cairo. In October 1996, the academy was renamed "Arab Academy of Science, Technology and Maritime Transport".

School Strength

Faculty: It has a team of experienced and professional faculty who can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Academic achievements: It has carried out certain research work in the fields of maritime transport, engineering technology, etc. Some of the research results have a certain influence in the Arab region and internationally, and it has cooperation and exchanges with some international universities and research institutions.

International cooperation: It has established cooperative relations with universities around the world to carry out academic exchanges, scientific research cooperation and student exchanges. Its partners include the University of Northampton in the UK.

Nature of the institution

A public university operated by the Arab League.

Educational philosophy

It is committed to providing high-quality education and training, cultivating professionals with innovative and practical abilities in science, technology and shipping, focusing on the combination of theory and practice, and improving students' practical operation and problem-solving abilities through practical teaching and internship projects to meet the needs of regional and international markets.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: It has established research institutions such as the Institute of Maritime Safety and the Institute of Productivity and Quality, which provide good conditions for research and teaching in the fields of maritime transportation, engineering technology, etc.

Key disciplines: Maritime transportation and technology, engineering and technology, computer and information technology and other disciplines have certain advantages and characteristics, and occupy an important position in universities in the Arab region. Its Maritime Academy has trained Egypt's first female captain Marwa Else Lehdar.

Faculty

There are the School of Maritime Transport and Technology, the School of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage, the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Management and Technology, the School of Computer and Information Technology, the School of Business, the School of International Transport and Logistics, the School of Languages ​​and Communication, the School of Fisheries Technology and Aquaculture, the School of Pharmacy, the School of Law, the School of Dentistry, the School of Artificial Intelligence, the School of Medicine, etc.

Ranking

World University Ranking: Ranked between 1201-1500 in the 2025 THE World University Rankings, not on the list in the 2022-2023 US News Global Best University Rankings, and tied for 952nd in the engineering discipline rankings.

Impact Ranking: In the 2024 THE Impact Rankings, it ranks 84th in "Quality Education", 101-200 in "Decent Work and Economic Growth", "Responsible Consumption and Production", "Underwater Life", etc., and 201-400 in "No Poverty", "Zero Hunger", "Gender Equality", etc.

Cost

For undergraduate students, the tuition fee is between 363,000 Egyptian pounds and 571,800 Egyptian pounds per year, and the tuition fee for international students is between 352,600 Egyptian pounds and 611,400 Egyptian pounds per year. The actual cost varies depending on the major.

Campus Environment

Geographic location: The main campus is located in Abu Qir, Alexandria, Egypt. In addition, there are campuses in El Alamein, Cairo, Smart Village, Port Said, Aswan in Egypt and Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.

Teaching facilities: It has modern teaching facilities, including laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and scientific research. Its Sharjah campus has student dormitories, and students have the opportunity to participate in activities such as the Sharjah Book Fair.

Living facilities: There are dormitories, restaurants and other living facilities on campus, which can meet the basic living needs of students. At the same time, there are supermarkets, shops and other supporting facilities around the school to facilitate students' daily life.