Goal 5 / 5.3 / 5.3.1
Tracking Women's Application, Acceptance, and Completion Rates at Your University
5.3.1 Does your university as a body systematically measure/track women’s application rate, acceptance/entry rate and study completion rate at the university?
Facts & Figures
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/facts-figures/
’ Founding Body: Arab Academy for Research and Studies
’ Inaugurated: 2001/2002
’ First students enrolled: 2003
’ Student population: 2,500
’ Student ratio: 54% female /46% male
’ Degree Programs: 17
’ Electives: 450
’ Quality: First category University according to the NAQQAET
Tracking Access Measures
Facts & Figures
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/cms4/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Annual-Report_2018-19_061220.pdf
Equal Opportunity
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/equal-opportunity/
Since inception, Ahlia University has championed equal opportunity and women empowerment. This is manifest in the University’s core values: Excellence, inclusiveness, integrity, collegiality, ambition, and engagement.
Equal Opportunity Plan
Equal Opportunity Plan Aims:
’ To promote the principle of equal opportunity through gender-responsive policy design that achieves coherent linkage with the national legislative/policy framework within the context of multilevel (international, nationally, organisational) policy frameworks on inclusion, equal opportunity and women empowerment.
’ To empower women by integrating their needs in development programmes.
’ To foster a safe and supportive work environment that ensures work-life balance, life-long learning, and competitiveness for women.
’ To collaborate with allies and partners to mainstream the culture of equal opportunity to society at large.
’ To support national strategies as a progressive and model organization for women.
’ Develop a systematic and sustainable approach to equal opportunity and women empowerment through institutionalization of practice.
’ Create a centralized advisory body to oversee progress and institutionalize practice
’ Employ a targeted approach vis-’-vis professional development, capacity-building, and up-skilling programs to redress gender imbalance issues
’ Leverage partnerships for knowledge sharing and exchange of best practice in the areas of equal opportunity and women empowerment.
’ Organize conferences/symposia with a focus on equal opportunity and/or women topics
’ Develop a common understanding and framework with local and international partners on topics related to equal opportunity and women in STEM
’ Champion the principle of equal opportunity through awareness campaigns, activities, and events.
’ Plan and organize women-focused events for students and staff
’ Develop gender-responsive policies that foster work-life balance and life-long learning
’ Develop and utilize data collection instruments to gauge and measure awareness/impact
EMPOWERING WOMEN Facts & Figures
In line with our core values, from inclusiveness to integrity, the Equal Opportunity Committee at Ahlia University has recently conducted a self-evaluation exercise in relation to women empowerment and equal opportunity at the University.
The results published cover the period 2016-20, in line with the former institutional strategic plan 2016-20.
We look forward to achieving new milestones as we work to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and continue our efforts to mainstream the principle of equal opportunity throughout the university and beyond.
Directorate of Admission & Registration
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/directorate-of-admission-registration/
We welcome applications from all students regardless of race, colour, gender, religion, nationality or physical or learning disability.
Admission to AU is based on merit. We have a limited number of places available for each programme and suggest you apply well in advance of our deadlines. We hope you find all the information you need here.
Recruitment and Student Selection
Ahlia University offers high quality education which aspires to produce graduates who are distinguished by their professional competence, humanistic outlook and uncompromising ethics.
Ahlia University admission policy is responsible for ensuring the following:
’ Selecting students based on their academic ability and potential
’ Providing students with accurate, transparent and consistent information
’ Using appropriate methods to select suitable students for their chosen programme
’ Selecting students that are committed and self-disciplined
Information to Applicants
Ahlia University materials are accurate, relevant, current, and accessible and provide information that will enable applicants to make informed decisions about their options. Ahlia University admission policy complies with the Bahraini Ministry of Education, Higher Education Council rules and regulations affecting the admission of students and credits transfer. To provide transparency of information for applicants, the course information, entry requirements are advertised in the prospectus and the website. Furthermore, all Ahlia University course related information is available in the Student Guide to Higher Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain Booklet produced by the Bahraini Higher Education Council and all approved programmes are listed under the Bahraini E-government website.
Admission Policy
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/cms4/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Admission-Policy-from-the-student-guide.pdf
1. Introduction
Ahlia University (AU) offers high quality education designed to produce graduates who are distinguished by their professional competence, uncompromising ethics and responsible global citizenship.
Applications are welcomed from all students regardless of race, colour, gender, religion, nationality or physical or specific learning disabilities. Admission to AU is selective and competitive based on academic achievements, and up to the limits of available seats as determined by the university.
2. Inclusiveness and Diversity
In line with Ahlia University’s core values which include inclusiveness, the University is committed to widening access and participation through outreach and financial aid. Admission is purely based on merit whereby AU strives to ensure a clear, fair, and equitable admission process, that leads to diversity, and equal opportunity for all learners.
3. Disability and Special Needs
Ahlia University welcomes students with disability and special needs to any program offered. Students with disability and special needs are identified as students with physical or specific learning/invisible disabilities that require additional support and care, in order to reach their full academic potential. Examples include, but are not limited to, hearing and vision impairment, limited motor skills, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and limitations in executive functioning.
Applicants are required to officially declare their disability or special need during the application stage by filling in the relevant section in the application form.
4. Selection and Offers
Ahlia University operates a clear and transparent framework for application, selection, and admission. The Deanship of Student Affairs is responsible for overseeing the selection and offer process via a centralized and dedicated constituent directorate. The Directorate of Admission and Registration is responsible for all operational aspects of the process and provides advice and support to prospective students. The selection and offer process is conducted in partnership with the academic departments in all colleges.
The admission policy is designed to ensure the following:
- Selecting motivated students based on their academic ability and potential
- Providing students with accurate, transparent, consistent and timely information
- Using appropriate methods to select suitable students for their chosen program
- Selecting students that are committed and self-disciplined
An admission offer to Ahlia University is contingent on the applicant demonstrating sufficient academic preparation and potential for success.
ADMISSION
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/student-handbook/
3.1 Admission Policy
Admission to Ahlia University is selective based on academic achievements. Applications are welcomed from all students regardless of race, color, gender, religion, nationality or physical or learning disability. Admission is purely based on merit. Applicants are selected based on the best qualified candidates amongst all of applicants and up to the limits of available space determined by the university. Ahlia University admits students to undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
3.2 Admission to Undergraduate Programs
To be eligible for consideration for admission at the undergraduate level, an applicant should normally hold a recently issued recognized secondary school certificate or its equivalent. The requirements for admission stated by the University are in all cases the minimum demanded for admission, and their fulfilment by a candidate does not automatically ensure his /her selection. Prior to enrolling at Ahlia University, citizens of non-GCC States should secure residence permits in the Kingdom of Bahrain; otherwise, their admission will be conditional and subject to being rescinded at the discretion of the University.
3.2.1 Recognized Secondary Certificates
1. Bahraini secondary school certificate (Tawjihia)
2. Secondary school certificates awarded by private secondary schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain provided such certificates are endorsed by the Bahraini Ministry of Education.
3. Arab secondary school certificates awarded by Arab Ministries of Education. Where applicable, the streams of these certificates are given the same consideration as the Bahraini Tawjihia.
4. Any other certificates recognized by the Bahraini Ministry of Education as equivalent to a Tawjihia certificate.
3.2.2 General Admission Requirements
To be eligible for consideration for admission for undergraduate programs, applicants must meet the following entry requirements set by the university in-line with Bahraini Higher Education Council requirements:
- The applicants must hold a recognized and endorsed secondary school certificate or its equivalent by the Bahraini Ministry of Education.
- The applicant must be medically fit for the academic program they wish to enroll in.
3.2.3 Program Specific Admission Requirements
The applicants who meet the following programme specific admission requirements will be admitted to the Ahlia University:
Admission Policy
https://www.ahlia.edu.bh/cms4/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Admission-Policy-from-the-student-guide.pdf
Admission to Ahlia University is selective based on academic achievements.
Applications are welcomed from all students regardless of race, color, gender, religion, nationality or physical or learning disability. Admission is purely based on merit. Applicants are selected from the most promising of the eligible applicants and up to the limits of available space determined by the university. Ahlia University admits students to undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Online Application
https://ahlia-regapp.ahlia.edu.bh/Online/online_app/Online_FrmAppForm.aspx
Al-Ahlia University is now accepting admissions for all its programs for the upcoming academic year.
Al-Ahlia University has announced the opening of admissions for all its academic programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, for new students in the first semester of the new academic year 2024/2023, in accordance with the academic regulations of the General Secretariat of Higher Education.
Al-Ahlia is moving to expand the international student exchange program
https://albiladpress.com/news/2022/5082/bahrain/775024.html
Al-Hawaj: The doors to benefit from the program are available to all our students
The Executive Director of Communications and International Relations at Ahlia University, Mr. Ammar Al-Hawaj, stressed the determination to expand the international student exchange program at the university by encouraging a larger number of university students to engage in the international student exchange program because of its positive impact on refining the personality of the university student, enhancing his life skills, and upgrading his scientific and professional capabilities in his field of specialization.
Al-Hawaj explained that Ahlia University allows all its students enrolled in bachelor's programs under certain conditions to benefit from the services of the international student exchange program by studying at a university in the United Kingdom or the Republic of France for a semester or two, then returning and completing their university studies for a bachelor's degree at Ahlia University.
He pointed out that the university periodically receives visiting students for one or two semesters from Europe and multiple countries as part of the international student exchange program, which enhances the position of the Kingdom of Bahrain as a leading center for education in the region.
Al-Ahlia University had recently announced the opening of admission to its bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs until the study seats allocated to new students for the first semester of the new academic year 2022/2023 run out in accordance with the academic regulations of the General Secretariat of the Higher Education Council and quality requirements, where the university offers grants of 50% for orphans and people of determination, and also provides partial scholarships for outstanding students in the secondary stage, so it offers secondary graduates who have 80% partial scholarships equivalent to 20%, and for high school graduates who have 90% Partial scholarships equivalent to 25%, and for high school graduates who have obtained 95% partial scholarship equivalent to 50%, and the opportunity is available for other students to benefit from partial scholarships if they prove their excellence during their university studies, all within the university's keenness to adhere to its social responsibility towards this dear country.
The undergraduate programs offered by the university include: Finance and Banking, Accounting and Finance, Management and Marketing, Management Information Systems, Economics and Finance, Mobile and Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Multimedia Systems, Interior Design, Media and Public Relations, while the master's programs include: Master of Science in Criminal Accounting, Master of Science in Financial Technology "Fintech", Master of Information Technology and Computer Science, Master of Business Administration and Master's In Media and Public Relations, in addition to a master's degree in engineering management, which is issued by George Washington University, USA. Doctoral programs include PhD in Administrative Sciences and PhD in Information Technology, both of which are offered in partnership with Brunel University, which issues the final certificate to graduates of these programs.
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