GRADUATE STUDIES AT AUB THE ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Thursday November 28, 2013

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1 GRADUATE STUDIES AT AUB THE ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Thursday November 28, 2013

2 Table of Contents Schedule Detailed Description of Optional Visits to Selected Faculties Graduate Studies Flyer.. 5 Additional New Graduate Programs to be Launched in Fall MS in Chemical Engineering.. 13 ME in Chemical Engineering.. 14 MS in Energy Studies.. 15 MA of Public Policy and International Affairs Scholars in Health Research Program (SHARP).. 20 Graduate Tuition Fees &Financing Options. 21 Frequently Asked Questions for Online Graduate Applications... 22

3 GRADUATE STUDIES AT AUB THE ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Schedule Thursday, November 28 th, :30 pm-1:00 pm On-site Registration (1) West Hall- Main Entrance 1:00 pm-2:00 pm General Presentation including Graduate Program Highlights by Faculties West Hall- Bathish Auditorium (2) 2:00 pm- 2:15 pm Break West Hall- Common Room 2:15 pm- 3:15 pm Booths: - Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences - Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Faculty of Engineering and Architecture - Faculty of Health Sciences - Faculty of Medicine/ Biomedical Sciences - Rafic Hariri School of Nursing - Suliman S. Olayan School of Business - Division of University Interdisciplinary Programs - Graduate Council and Office of Admissions - Graduate Student Society - Office of International Programs - Office of the Registrar - University Preparatory Program/ English Proficiency West Hall- Common Room 2:15 pm- 2:55 pm 3:05 pm- 3:45 pm Two Optional Campus Tours AUB Campus 2:00 pm- 4:30 pm Optional Visits to Selected Faculties (3) AUB Faculties (1) Registration will resume between 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm in case some attendees arrived after 1:00 pm (2) Live broadcasting of the presentation taking place in Bathish will be made available in Auditorium B in case Bathish doesn t fit all attendees. (3) A detailed description of the visits to faculties is available in the attached colored pager.

4 GRADUATE STUDIES AT AUB THE ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Detailed Description of Optional Visits to Selected Faculties Thursday, November 28 th, 2013 DEPARTMENT/ FACULTY VISIT DESCRIPTION TIME VISIT PLACE VISIT FACILITATOR 1 Computer Science Meeting the department chair Dr. Wassim Hajj 3.30pm pm Bliss Hall, rm 116 Ms. Rima Maalouf 2 Sociology, Anthropology & Media Studies Psychology Economics A general one-hour session for Social Sciences (economics, psychology, sociology, anthropology & media studies, but NOT education & NOT Political Sciences & NOT Public Adm.) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Nicely, rm 211 Dr. Reem Saab 3 English Meeting the department chair Dr. David Wrisley & graduate students 3.30pm pm Fisk Hall, rm 345 Ms. Yolla Hassan Haidar 4 Philosophy Meeting the department chair Dr. Hans Muller 3.30pm pm Fisk Hall, rm 151 Ms. Samar Rawas 5 Archaeology Meeting Prof. Herman Genz 3.30pm pm College Hall, rm 447 Dr. Herman Genz 6 History Meeting department professors 3.30pm pm College Hall, rm 447 Dr. Herman Genz 7 Biology Visiting core facilities & labs and meeting some professors 3.30pm pm Biology, rm 109 Ms. Maha Kaissi 8 Agricultural Sciences Animal & Veterinary Sciences Tour of FAFS facilities & meeting the chair Dr. Shady Hamadeh 3.30pm pm Agriculture, rm 323 Dr. Shady Hamadeh 9 Nutrition & Food Sciences Tour of FAFS facilities & meeting the chair Dr. Zeina Kassaifi 3.30pm pm Agriculture, rm 317 Dr. Zeina Kassaifi 10 Hariri School of Nursing Tour of the Nursing School facilities & meeting professors 3.30pm pm Nursing, rm 402 Ms. Zeina Chamoun 11 Olayan School of Business Tour of the Business School facilities & meeting professors & current graduate students 2.00 pm- 4.30pm Business, 3 rd floor, facing the elevator Ms. Maya El Helou A map of the AUB campus is included in your folder. You may use it to locate the visit place. Visits numbered from 7 to 11 are not in the direct vicinity of West Hall. Gathering points to go there will be available at the West hall entrance in order to take you to the visit place.

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6 AUB Facts AUB Campus Founded in 1866, the American University of Beirut is approaching 150 years of excellence in education and research. The University bases its educational philosophy, standards, and practices on the American liberal arts model of higher education. AUB enjoys global diversity amongst its students, faculty, senior administrators, and staff. Accreditation Degrees officially registered with the Ministry of Higher Education in Lebanon and at the Board of Education of the State of New York Institutional accreditation granted in June 2004 by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Philadelphia, USA, and reaffirmed in June 2009 Students Approximately 1,200 graduate students More than 2,000 international graduate and undergraduate students from over 60 different countries 60% females 40% males Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, AUB s 60 acre main campus in the heart of Beirut includes: - The AUB Medical Center - The Charles W. Hostler Student Center - Five libraries - Computer labs - The Archaeological Museum - The Natural History Museum - Athletic fields - A private beach - Seven dormitories - A bird sanctuary - A repository of native and non-native trees and shrubs - One of Lebanon s few geological collections In addition, AUB maintains a 247 acre research farm and educational facility located in the Beqa a Valley. Faculty Approximately 460 professonial faculty Majority of faculty with highest degrees from leading institutions in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East Alumni More than 50,000 alumni currently residing in approximately 90 countries around the world Holders of leadership positions in education, government, banking, business, engineering, science, and medicine

7 PhD in Arab and Middle Eastern History PhD in Arabic Language and Literature PhD in Biomedical Sciences - Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics - Cell Biology of Cancer - Microbiology and Immunology - Neurosciences Program - Nutrition - Pharmacology and Toxicology - Physiology PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology PhD in Civil Engineering PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering PhD in Mechanical Engineering PhD in Theoretical Physics Applicants who have an excellent record of academic achievement and a potential for creative and independent work at the Bachelor s level may be admitted into a PhD accelerated track at the Bachelor s level. Graduate Programs AUB currently offers an increasing variety of programs leading to Master s and PhD degrees, including interfaculty programs. Master s Interfaculty Programs Master of Environmental Sciences - Environmental Health - Ecosystems Management - Environmental Policy Planning - Environmental Technology MS in Neuroscience Master s Faculty Doctoral Programs Programs Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences (FAFS) MS in Agricultural Economics MS in Animal Science MS in Food Technology MS in Irrigation MS in Nutrition MS in Plant Protection MS in Plant Science MS in Poultry Science Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) MA in Anthropology MA in Arabic Language and Literature MA in Archaeology MS in Biology MS in Chemistry MS in Computational Sciences MS in Computer Science MA in Economics MA in Education - Administration and Policy Studies - Elementary Education - Mathematics Education - Psychology Tests and Measurements - Psychology School Guidance - Science Education - Teaching of English as a Foreign Language MA in English Language MA in English Literature MA in Financial Economics MS in Geology MA in History MA in Mathematics MS in Mathematics MA in Media Studies MA in Middle Eastern Studies MA in Philosophy MS in Physics MA in Political Studies MA in Psychology MA in Public Administration MA in Sociology Suliman S. Olayan School of Business (OSB) Graduate programs at the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business were accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in April Executive MBA in Business Administration MBA in Business Administration - Accounting - Business Information and Decision Systems - Finance - Management - Marketing MS in Finance MA in Human Resource Management Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (FEA) MME in Applied Energy ME in Chemical Engineering MS in Chemical Engineering ME in Civil Engineering MS in Construction Engineering ME in Electrical and Computer Engineering MEM in Engineering Management ME in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering ME in Mechanical Engineering MUDS in Urban Design MUPL in Urban Planning and Policy Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) Degrees offered by The Faculty of Health Sciences Graduate Public Health Program (GPHP) are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The GPHP was the first such program outside the Americas to become CEPH accredited. Executive Master in Healthcare Leadership MS in Epidemiology MS in Population Health Master s in Public Health - Epidemiology and Biostatistics - Health Management and Policy - Health Promotion and Community Health Faculty of Medicine (FM) MS in Biochemistry MS in Human Morphology MS in Microbiology and Immunology MS in Pharmacology and Therapeutics MS in Physiology Rafic Hariri School of Nursing (HSON) The Rafic Hariri School of Nursing is the first nursing school beyond American territories to have its MSN program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). MS in Nursing - Adult Care Track - Community and Public Health - Nursing Track - Nursing Administration Track - Psychiatry and Mental Health - Nursing Track

8 Student Employment and Other Financing Options PhD Fellowships AUB granted approximately $ 554,000 in PhD fellowships in Full coverage including tuition fees, stipends, and housing allowances Master s Graduate Assistantships (GA) and Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA) AUB granted approximately $3.6 million in graduate assistantships in Financial aid covering tuition and stipends in return for assisting faculty members in teaching and/or research Appointments made on the dual basis of academic record and departmental needs Master s Student Work-Study An opportunity for graduate students to contribute toward their educational expenses while developing job skills on campus and at the Medical Center Positions range from basic duties (typing and filing, dormitory reception duties, guide, and library work) to technical responsibilities (data entry, publication, or nursing aid) and more specialized jobs (web page design, computer programming, assisting in lab, and research) Placement made on the basis of qualification, need, and job availability Note: Students who are not seeking a degree, graduate students with GAs or GRAs, and students on probation are not eligible. Financial Aid Grants Outright awards of assistance granted based first on demonstrated need and then on academic performance Financial aid (typically covering 15%-20% of tuition fees) available for eligible graduate students pursuing master s degrees Graduate Support Units The Graduate Council A department solely dedicated to graduate affairs across the University: - Supporting graduate recruitment programs - Providing information about admission to all graduate programs - Administering graduate standards of scholarship and policy - Encouraging the development and success of graduate students through workshops, training activities, counseling, and initiatives which promote timely degree completion The Office of International Programs A specialized office providing: - Resources and services to support all international students with pre-arrival advice - Advice on obtaining student visas or student residency permits - De-mystification of processes and procedures on campus - On-site orientation - Mentoring and intercultural activities - Forums (both electronic and in-person) for interaction with other AUB students Note: Graduate students may not receive financial aid and graduate assistantship at the same time.

9 Housing On-Campus Options Graduate students considered for accommodation at AUB students residences subject to availability Off-Campus Options Plentiful off-campus housing is in the neighborhood surrounding the University A Facebook page AUB Off Campus Housing and Roommate Search was set up to help students find roommates and/or housing in local furnished apartments with reasonable monthly rental rates. to Apply How Interested candidates should apply online at Information for graduate students (including admission application deadlines) is made available at Application Checklist Submission of admission application form online Photocopy of applicant s identity card or passport Official transcript of college or university records (to be sent directly to AUB) Two or three recommendations as required for each major (to be sent directly to AUB) Official GRE/GMAT results (when applicable) English language proficiency requirement for students other than AUB graduates and graduates of recognized colleges and universities in North America, Great Britain, Australia and New Zealand Written statement of purpose Portfolio (if applicable) A non-refundable application fee of LL 75,000 or US$50 For detailed information about the specific requirements of each program, please refer to the graduate catalogue

10 Useful Links The Graduate Council Admissions Office The Office of International Programs Graduate Catalogue Student Affairs Financial Aid Office Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences Faculty of Arts and Sciences Suliman S. Olayan School of Business Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Faculty of Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine Hariri School of Nursing

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12 ADDITIONAL* NEW GRADUATE PROGRAMS TO BE LAUNCHED Fall *Not appearing in the enclosing graduate flyer

13 Master of Science (MS), Major: Chemical Engineering The Chemical Engineering Program fosters a community of scholars, among its faculty members and graduate students, with the interest of advancing knowledge and contributing to the profession. The program offers a graduate program leading to the following degrees: Master of Science, major Chemical Engineering The MS program will be open to students with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering, or other related disciplines. The MS program will also be open to students with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or physics. The student must complete a minimum of 31 course credit hours and a 9 credit hours thesis for the MS option (40 credits in total), accomplished on a full or part-time basis as below. A minimum of one calendar year of residence is required for graduation from this program. The required 40 course credit hours and thesis are distributed as follows: A mandatory three-credit course in applied mathematics. The math course or math-oriented course offered by other departments must be approved by the graduate student advisor; acceptable courses include, but are not limited to the following: MATH 350: Discrete Models for Differential Equations, MATH 351: Optimization and Non-Linear Problems, ENMG 604: Deterministic Optimization Models, MECH 630: Finite Element Methods in Mechanical Engineering, MECH 663: Computational Fluid Dynamics At least three (for MS degree) advanced fundamental chemical engineering three-credit courses from two different concentrations. The following is a list of recommended courses by concentration: Reaction Engineering: CHEN 515, CHEN 617, CHEN 511, CHEN 613, CHEN 615, CHEN 570, CHEN 571, CHEN 651 Science majors wishing to pursue an MS degree in chemical engineering (added): Required core chemical engineering courses: CHEN 311, CHEN 314, CHEN 411, CHEN 417, CHEN 451and CHEN 451L Additionally, of the following three courses will be required: CHEN 312, CHEN 351, CHEN470. Seminar Course: CHEN 797 (zero credit). Students must register for the course once per year. Thesis: CHEN 799 (equivalent to nine credit hours) based on independent research.

14 Master of Engineering (ME), Major: Chemical Engineering The Chemical Engineering Program fosters a community of scholars, among its faculty members and graduate students, with the interest of advancing knowledge and contributing to the profession. The program offers a graduate program leading to the following degrees: Master of Engineering, major Chemical Engineering The ME program will be open to students with a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Chemical Engineering, or other related disciplines. The student must complete a minimum of 21 course credit hours and a 9 credit hours thesis for the ME option (30 credits in total), accomplished on a full or part-time basis as below. A minimum of one calendar year of residence is required for graduation from this program. The required 30 course credit hours and thesis are distributed as follows: A mandatory three-credit course in applied mathematics. The math course or math-oriented course offered by other departments must be approved by the graduate student advisor; acceptable courses include, but are not limited to the following: MATH 350: Discrete Models for Differential Equations, MATH 351: Optimization and Non-Linear Problems, ENMG 604: Deterministic Optimization Models, MECH 630: Finite Element Methods in Mechanical Engineering, MECH 663: Computational Fluid Dynamics At least two (for ME degree) advanced fundamental chemical engineering three-credit courses from two different concentrations. The following is a list of recommended courses by concentration: Reaction Engineering: CHEN 515, CHEN 617, CHEN 511, CHEN 613, CHEN 615, CHEN 570, CHEN 571, CHEN 651 Required core chemical engineering courses: CHEN 311, CHEN 314, CHEN 411, CHEN 417, CHEN 451and CHEN 451L Additionally, of the following three courses will be required: CHEN 312, CHEN 351, CHEN470. Seminar Course: CHEN 797 (zero credit). Students must register for the course once per year. Thesis: CHEN 799 (equivalent to nine credit hours) based on independent research.

15 MS in Energy Studies Division of University Interdisciplinary Programs (DUIP) شعبة برامج الجامعة للتخصصات المتداخلة ا The DUIP supports University interdisciplinary programs involving multiple departments or disciplines in two or more faculties. MS in Energy Studies The Master of Energy Studies program is planned to consolidate and build on AUB s excellent research and professional profile addressing current and future energy research needs of the region in areas such as energy science and technology, economics, public policy, and energy management. The program s educational goals are: 1. To promote an interdisciplinary approach to understand and evaluate various modes of energy supply and end-use efficiency of energy systems within the context of sustainability and development in the region. 2. To develop effective collaboration skills among students from different disciplines including energy science and technology, economics, and public policy. On successful completion of this interdisciplinary course of study, students will: 1) Be able to evaluate different sources of energy related to energy extraction, conversion, and utilization for both traditional systems and sustainable/renewable energy alternatives. 2) Apply methods of economic analysis, risk and decision analysis, environmental impact assessment, and policy techniques for performing energy planning and reaching and decision making while addressing sustainability in supply and demand. 3) Understand advances in selected energy technologies, products and energy end-use efficiency and their impact on market economy, and development activities. Admission requirements to the program will follow AUB Graduate Studies Policies. Bachelor degree holders from relevant fields study are eligible to apply for admission into the Energy Studies Master s program. Remedial courses may be needed for students as would be recommended by the Program. Native English speakers and graduates of universities in which the language of instruction is English may be exempt from TOEFL. Students should have a GPA of at least 80 or 3.0 and good recommendations to be considered for regular admission into the Energy Studies Master s program. Students with GPA above 75 and below 80 are considered for admission on probation. Degree Requirements: The program permits full-time or part-time enrollments. To obtain a Master s degree in energy studies, the student must complete a minimum of 24 credits of graduate course work, 6 credits of interdisciplinary thesis work on energy-related field, and a zero-credit seminar. The course work is distributed as follows: - 9 credits of required core courses. - 3 to 6 credits of elective course from List A on energy resources, economics and policy. - 6 to 9 credits elective course from List B on energy science and technology. - 3 credits elective course as approved by thesis advisor/s if the elective is not from List A or B. - 0 credit seminar.

16 Core Courses (3 credits each): ECON 333 PSPA 352 ENST 300 ENERGY ECONOMICS AND POLICY FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC POLICY THE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF ENERGY List A (3 credits each): ENST 310 ADVANCED ENERGY ECONOMICS ENST 320 ENERGY LAW AND CASE STUDIES ECON 337 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECON 338 ECONOMICS OF NATURAL RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT ECON 305 ECONOMETRICS 1 ECON 347 ECONOMIC FORECASTING ENMG 603E RISK AND DECISION ANALYSIS ENMG 604E DETERMINISTIC OPTIMIZATION MODELS ENMG 656 MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS FINA 3XX ENERGY FINANCE PSPA 316 INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY PSPA 362 POLICY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS PSPA 381 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENERGY AND PUBLIC POLICY ENST 398 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN ENERGY STUDIES List B (3 credits each): CHEM 324 E ELECTROCHEMISTRY CHEM 352-C RENEWABLE ENERGY CIVE 656 AIR POLLUTION CONTROL 1 CIVE 659 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT ENST 330 ENERGY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LAB (FEA/FAS) EECE 670 POWER SYSTEM PLANNING EECE 671 ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF ENERGY SYSTEMS EECE 672 ENERGY PLANNING AND POLICY EECE 675 RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS ENMG DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEMS ENST 398 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN ENERGY STUDIES GEOL 300 ELEMENTS OF PETROLEUM GEOLOGY MECH 671 RENEWABLE ENERGY POTENTIAL, TECH, & UTILIZATION IN BUILDINGS PHYS 340 ATMOSPHERIC PHYSICS AND ENERGY

17 Master of Public Policy and International Affairs Division of University Interdisciplinary Programs (DUIP) شعبة برامج الجامعة للتخصصات المتداخلة ا The DUIP supports University interdisciplinary programs involving multiple departments or disciplines in two or more faculties. Master of Public Policy and International Affairs Program Goals Students who earn a master s degree in public policy and international affairs will be able to participate in and analyze the policy process in the Arab region within the global context. Students will also be able to raise awareness about public policy and international problems; assess the quantity and quality of policy relevant data and theories; advance the capacity, accountability, and responsiveness of public actors; and promote sound public policies that are informed by evidence. Program Objectives The objective of this program is to enable students to: (Comprehension) explain fundamental theories and processes of public policy and international affairs; (Application) apply techniques and methodologies in public and international policy research; (Analysis) critically analyze key policy and international affairs issues; (Communication) demonstrate oral and written communication skills in public and international policy arenas; (Synthesis) formulate domestic and international public policy alternatives and arguments; (Evaluation) critically appraise the validity and limitations of domestic and international public policy theories and arguments. Swift Exposure: students must be exposed to cutting day issues of public policy and international affairs. stsoaaoima RisnoiisimdA Applicants with backgrounds from most fields of study are eligible to apply for admission into the program. Students should have a GPA of at least 3.0 or 80, but, the given the competitive nature of the admissions process, a GPA of 3.0 does not guarantee admission. A strong academic record in relevant fields, reference letters, a letter of intent, and a thoughtful personal statement will all be evaluated closely for entry into the program. Moreover, a minimum of one-year work experience is strongly recommended, and more is encouraged. It should further be noted that the MPPIA program seeks to foster a diverse group of students who come from different professional/social backgrounds and disciplines, and will take this under consideration (where relevant) when reviewing applicants files. Two to three pre-requisites (such as introductory classes in public administration, political science and economics) will be required for applicants who have a technical or natural scientific background, and thus have little or no relevant coursework in fields related to public policy and/or international affairs. However, the requirement for prerequisites, particularly for more experienced applicants, may be waived at the discretion of the MPPIA Admissions Committee. Language requirements: As the location of AUB, in the heart of the Middle East, is an added value to the program, it is necessary for students to have intermediate knowledge of the Arabic language. The ability to converse, read, and write in Arabic is crucial in gaining understanding of the Arab region. Students will be tested on their Arabic level upon admission, and, if

18 not native speakers or fluent, they will be required to take Arabic classes available at the Department of Arabic and Near Eastern Languages. PPIA Proposed DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The program permits part time and full-time enrollments. Students of the MPPIA Program must complete a minimum of 36 credits of graduate course work and 6 credits of interdisciplinary thesis work (or internship and final year project in the non-thesis track). There is also the option of providing a 3-week intensive course (0 credits) on Economic methods prior to the start of the Fall semester for those applicants lacking this background. The course work is distributed as follows: - 18 credits of required core courses - 12 credits of elective course - 6 credits of mini-courses/seminars on policy-making and international affairs related to the Arab World. Credits Summary - Required core courses 18 cr. - Seminars/mini-courses 6 cr. - Elective Courses 12 cr. - Thesis or (Internship/Project + Elective) 6 cr. Total no. of credits required for graduation 42 cr. Core Courses (total =18 cr.) PPIA 301 Public Policy* PPIA 302 Global Affairs PPIA 304/305/306 Development* OR Economics for Public Affairs* OR Political Economy PPIA 307 The Politics of Policy-Making* PPIA 308 Research Methods: Gateway course* PPIA 309 Evidence, Policy and Communication* Seminars/mini-courses (6 cr.) PPIA 310 Topics in Public Policy * PPIA 311 Topics in International Affairs * Elective Courses (total = 12 cr.) Sample Electives in International Affairs PPIA 304 Development* PPIA 402 Global Governance ** PPIA 403 Foreign Policy** PPIA 404 History of the Global South ** PPIA 405 Law and Development** PPIA 406 Law of Armed Conflict and the Use of Force** PPIA 407 International Criminal Law** PPIA 408 Issues in International Economics** PPIA 409 Topics in Economic Development and Policy ** PPIA 410 Philosophy and Methodology of Economics ** PSPA 311 International Politics and the Middle East PSPA 312 Public International Law

19 PSPA 313 International Security PSPA 314 The UN and International Politics PSPA 316 International Environmental Policy PSPA 317 International Political Economy PSPA 318 Theories of International Relations PSPA 325 Political Trends in the Middle East AMST 301 America in the Middle East ECON 327Macroeconomics *** ECON 335 International Trade Theory *** ECON 336 International Monetary Economics *** ECON 337 Economic Development *** ECON 334 Financial Markets and Institutions *** ECON 345 International and Arab Emerging Markets *** SOAN 318 Human Migration SOAN 324 Special Topics: Transitional justice HIST 303/304 Graduate Seminar in Arab and Middle East History HIST 305/306 Graduate Seminar in European History HIST Topics in Arab and Modern Middle East History Sample Electives in Public Policy PPIA 601 Anthropology of Policy-Making** PPIA 602 Ethics & Public Policy** PPIA 603 Public Policy & Quality of Life** PPIA 409 Topics in Economic Development and Policy ** PPIA 410 Philosophy and Methodology of Economics ** PSPA 324 Government and Politics in Lebanon PSPA 341 Environmental Regulation and Legislation PSPA 351 Foundations of Public Administration PSPA 361 Public and Non-Profit Program Evaluation PSPA 362 Public Policy and Administration PSPA 363 Public Financial Management PSPA 371 Public Management PSPA 372 Leadership and Management of Public Organizations PSPA 373 The Ethics of Public Administration PSPA 374 Non-Profit Management ECON 362 Public Finance *** ECON 333 Energy Economics and Policy ECON 332 Political Economy *** ECON 326 Microeconomics *** EDUC 303 Determinants of Educational Policy EDUC 308 Educational Planning and Policy Studies EDUC 332 Seminar in Educational Planning for Social and Economic Development URPL 665 Development and Planning Policies URPL 664 Transportation Planning and Policy URPL xxx Decentralization Policy** HMPD 318 Policy and Decision Making in Health care HMPD 320 Governance in Health Care HPPD 354 Special Topics in Health Management and Policy FINA 325 Global Finance

20 The Scholars in HeAlth Research Program is a novel post-graduate program, issued jointly by FM and FHS, designed to prepare the human capital needed to conduct research in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), and especially focusing on those that are most relevant to Lebanon and other countries in the region. The Program spans from short, to medium, and long term training. The SHARP Summer Certificate Program provides graduates with a rich curriculum in quantitative research methods and provides the required foundations to pursue a career in clinical and translational health research, focusing on Non-Communicable Diseases. NCDs are the leading causes of death in the world, and in the Middle East, in particular, and include diabetes, hypertension, asthma, osteoporosis, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. This 7 weeks 12 credits summer certificate program expands the breadth and depth of research skills of postgraduate trainees, and provides essential quantitative skills in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Research Ethics, Library Science-Informatics, with hands-on application modules in analysis and reporting of large datasets. It can be taken as a stand- alone program, but can also count towards the initial mandatory curriculum requirements towards established master s degrees at FHS, FAFS, HSON, or towards the novel SHARP MS degree, that will launch Fall This 40-credit master s degree, solidifies the foundations acquired in the certificate program with additional courses in special topics in biostatistics, clinical trials, health policy, leadership and management, epidemiology of NCDs, and also includes seminar series and a 6 credits thesis. SHARP is open to postgraduate students from all faculties at AUB, as well as to external postgraduate applicants, most notably those with interest in health research. It provides researchers with the essential tools to conduct patient-oriented and population-oriented studies on NCDs, and equip them with management and leadership skills needed to become change agents and lead research groups, in academic departments, government health agencies, or other relevant health care settings. For full details on SHARP and summer courses and Master Degree curriculum, admission criteria, and application, visit SHARP webpage and/or visit us at the Graduate Studies Fair, November 28th, West Hall, Faculty of Medicine Booth, to hear more and interact with SHARP summer 2013 graduates! SHARP Summer Certificate Application deadline is Feb 1, "Acquire Engage Advance"

21 AUB HAS A STRONG FINANCIAL AID PROGRAM TO ASSIST QUALIFIED STUDENTS WHO COULD NOT OTHERWISE MEET THE COST OF TUITION. GRADUATE TUITION FEES & FINANCING OPTIONS I. Financial Aid & Graduate Scholarships 1. Master s Graduate Assistantships (GA) & Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA) Financial aid covering tuition & stipends in return for assisting faculty members in teaching and/or research 40% of current Master s students benefit from GA/GRA awards. More than $4 million awarded in PhD Fellowships Full coverage including tuition fees, stipends (at US$ 1,000 per month), and housing allowances Almost 100% of current PhD students are recipients of fellowships. More than $750,000 awarded in Master s Student Work-Study 4. Financial Aid Grants (up to 20%) II. Graduate Tuition Fees The figures below are average figures estimated based on fees. Please note that they may vary with time and depending on the program. MASTER'S ESTIMATED COST 3-Credit Course US$ 2,301 A master's degree would typically consist of 7 courses*. US$ 23,000 Thesis Fees US$ 5,680 One-time payment Other Fees US$ 697 Per year insurance, internet *Some professional degrees may require up to 13 courses (MBA for example). PHD ESTIMATED COST 3-Credit Course US$ 2,301 A PhD degree would consist of around 7 courses beyond the Master s degree courses. US$ 40,000 Thesis Fees US$ 20,565 One-time payment Other Fees US$ 697 Per year insurance, internet Further details are available at

22 GRADUATE STUDIES AT AUB THE ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Semester Application Deadline Decision Notification Early Regular* Early Regular* Summer Feb 7, '14 Apr 1, '14 Apr 4, '14 May 12, '14 Fall Feb 7, '14 Apr 1, '14 Apr 4, '14 May 29, '14 * considered pending availability 1 Getting Started How do I apply for graduate studies at AUB? Applying for graduate studies at AUB is now online through the following link: For more help, please contact us either by message from within your online application or send us an to graduate.council@aub.edu.lb For more information about graduate studies at AUB, please check the AUB Graduate Catalogue: 2 Exam Scores What are the required exams scores? Please check "Exam Scores" section in your online application. All required exams scores are tabulated along with their validity dates. 3 Exam Scores English Language Proficiency Requirement (ELPR) Applicants to the graduate program, other than AUB graduates and graduates of colleges or universities recognized and located in North America, Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand, must meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement (ELPR) Applicants will be able to submit the online application without scores only for the ELPR. However, if accepted, admission status will be accepted pending you meet ELPR until s/he provides official scores on time. 4 Exam Scores GRE General test GRE General Test is required from all PhD applicants and applicants for some Master s degree. Please check if GRE General Test is required by visiting the online graduate application (Exam scores section). Applicants will not be able to submit the online application without providing at least his/her unofficial "GRE General Test" scores which will be given the same day of the test. 5 Exam Scores Deadlines Deadline for submitting official exam scores: For Summer , May (Early applications) For Fall , August 21, 2014 (Early applications) For Summer , May 20, 2014 (Regular deadline) For Fall , August 21, 2014 (Regular deadline)

23 Please use the AUB's ETS school code 0902 to ensure official submission of test scores to the AUB Admissions Office. If official scores are available as hard copy please send to the AUB Admissions office: American University of Beirut Office of Admissions College Hall PO Box Riad Elsolh Beirut, Lebanon, Note: Please note that applicants for the MBA program may submit their admission applications without providing the required GMAT scores. However, they need to submit the official valid scores not later than one month after the application deadline 6 Exam Scores What if I did not reach the required exam score for the ELPR (English Language Proficiency Requirement)? Applicants may be admitted with English language proficiency test scores lower than those required. In such cases, the applicants will be required to take English language courses upon starting their graduate degree programs. For more information, check AUB Graduate Catalogue (page 37) 7 Recommendation Letters How many recommendation letters are required? For Master s degree applications, two recommendation letters are required per program. For PhD degree applications, three recommendation letters are required per program. Recommendation letters can be presented from previous tutors or employers either online or by hand to the admissions office at AUB and before the application s deadline. After the applicant enter the recommender's name and address, s/he will receive an with all instructions needed to submit the letter. It's the applicant's responsibility to follow up with the recommender for submitting the recommendation letter before the application submissions deadline. 8 Financial Aid Where do I find details information about AUB tuition fees? How do I apply for a scholarship? 9 Submission How do I know if my online application is complete? Please visit For more information, please contact AUB Comptroller office: comptrlr@aub.edu.lb To apply please visit the Financial Aid section in your online application system A graduate application is considered complete when it includes the completed application form, required letters of recommendations as well as the application fee. You cannot submit your application until all sections are completed. For more information, please check the full FAQ page available at the Graduate Council Webpage: