The University of Jordan, Amman Jordan

University of Jordan

University of Jordan Overview

University of Jordan, located in Amman, Jordan, is a leading institution of higher education in the region. It boasts a diverse and experienced faculty, with many professors holding advanced degrees from top universities around the world.

Key Disciplines and Research Achievements

University of Jordan excels in a variety of disciplines, including engineering, medicine, business, and humanities. The university has made significant contributions to research in areas such as renewable energy, biotechnology, and urban planning.

Notable Programs and Specializations

Some of the standout programs at University of Jordan include engineering, pharmacy, international relations, and computer science. The university is known for its hands-on approach to learning and its emphasis on practical skills development.

Talent Development and Social Reputation

University of Jordan has a strong track record of producing graduates who go on to make meaningful contributions in their fields. For example, many alumni have gone on to hold prominent positions in government, business, and academia, both in Jordan and internationally.

Programmes

Bachelor(85) / UG(85)

Arts and Humanities(23)

•B.A Degree Visual Arts
•B.A Foundations of Religion
•B.A in Philosophy
•B.A. in Applied English
•B.A. in Arabic Language and Literature
•B.A. in Archaeology
•B.A. in Chinese and English Languages
•B.A. in Cultural Resources Management and Conservation
•B.A. in English Language and Literature
•B.A. in French Language and Literature
•B.A. in German and English
•B.A. in Italian and English
•B.A. in Korean and English Languages
•B.A. in Music Arts
•B.A. in Russian and English Languages
•B.A. in Spanish and English
•B.A. in Turkish and English Languages
•B.A. of Islamic Banks
•BA in History
•BA in Theatre Arts
•Bachelor's in Graphic Design and Multimedia
•Bachelor's in Interior Design
•French and English Double Major Program

Business and Management(7)

•B.A. in Accounting
•B.A. in Business Economics
•B.A. in Finance
•B.A. in Management Information Systems
•B.A. in Marketing
•B.A. in Public Administration
•Bachelor of Business Management

Engineering and Technology(16)

•B.Sc. in Architecture Engineering
•B.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence
•B.Sc. in Business Information Technology
•B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering
•B.Sc. in Civil Engineering
•B.Sc. in Computer Engineering
•B.Sc. in Computer Information Systems
•B.Sc. in Computer Science
•B.Sc. in Cyber Security
•B.Sc. in Data Science
•B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
•B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering
•B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
•B.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering
•BSc. in Aeronautical Engineering
•Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics and Data Science

Life Sciences and Medicine(17)

•B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness
•B.Sc. in Animal Production
•B.Sc. in Biological Sciences
•B.Sc. in Horticulture and Crop Science
•B.Sc. in Landscaping and Floriculture
•B.Sc. in Nursing
•B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy
•B.Sc. in Orthotics and Prosthetics
•B.Sc. in PharmD
•B.Sc. in Pharmacy
•B.Sc. in Physiotherapy
•B.Sc. in Plant Protection
•B.Sc. in Speech and Hearing Sciences
•BA in Psychology
•BSc in Medical Laboratory Sciences
•Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
•Doctor of Medicine (M.D)

Natural Sciences(9)

•B.A. in Geography
•B.Sc. in Chemistry
•B.Sc. in Food Science and Technology
•B.Sc. in Land, Water and Environment
•B.Sc. in Mathematics
•B.Sc. in Physics
•BSc . Human nutrition and dietetics
•BSc in Industrial Chemistry
•BSc. Environmental and Applied Geology (BSC. EAG)

Social Sciences and Management(13)

•B.A degree in Education/Classroom teacher
•B.A. in Counseling and Mental health
•B.A. in Education/Early Childhood Education
•B.A. in Islamic Jurisprudence And its Foundations
•B.A. in Library and Information Science
•B.A. in Political Science
•B.A. in Social Work
•B.A. in Sociology
•B.A. in Special Education
•B.A. in Tourism Management
•Bachelor of Event Management
•Bachelor of Hospitality Management
•Bachelor's Degree in Law

Master(118) / PG(118)

Arts and Humanities(17)

•M.A in History
•M.A in Philosophy
•M.A. in Arabic Language and Literature
•M.A. in Archaeology
•M.A. in Hadith
•M.A. in Islamic studies (in English)
•M.A. in Linguistics
•M.A. in Literature (in English)
•M.A. in Music Arts
•M.A. in Translation (English-Arabic)
•M.A. in Translation French - Arabic
•MA Theatrical Arts
•MA Visual Arts
•MA in Theatre Arts
•Master In Islamic Theology
•Master in Language, Culture, and Communication
•Master in Tafsir

Business and Management(6)

•M.A. in Accounting
•M.A. in Business Economics
•M.A. in Business informatics
•M.A. in Finance
•M.A. in Public Administration
•Master in Total Quality Management

Engineering and Technology(23)

•M.Sc. Smart Systems Engineering
•M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
•M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering
•M.Sc. in Civil Engineering / Transportation
•M.Sc. in Civil Engineering / Water and Environment
•M.Sc. in Civil Engineering- Geotechnical Engineering
•M.Sc. in Civil Engineering-Engineering Project Management
•M.Sc. in Civil Engineering/Structures
•M.Sc. in Computer Engineering and Networks
•M.Sc. in Computer Science
•M.Sc. in E-Government
•M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering / Power
•M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering/Communication
•M.Sc. in Environmental Technology and Climate Change
•M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering / Engineering Management
•M.Sc. in Information Systems
•M.Sc. in Maintenance Engineering and Quality Management
•M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
•M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering / Renewable Energy
•M.Sc. in Web Intelligence
•M.Sc. of Process Safety Engineering and Intelligent Systems
•MSc. Architecture Engineering
•MSc. Industrial Engineering/ Design and Manufacturing

Life Sciences and Medicine(34)

•High Specialization in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
•M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness
•M.Sc. in Analytical Toxicology
•M.Sc. in Anatomy And Histology
•M.Sc. in Animal Production
•M.Sc. in Biological Sciences
•M.Sc. in Biotechnology
•M.Sc. in Clinical Nursing/Critical Care
•M.Sc. in Clinical Nursing/Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing
•M.Sc. in Clinical Nursing/Palliative Care
•M.Sc. in Clinical Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
•M.Sc. in Clinical Orthodontics
•M.Sc. in Clinical Pharmacy
•M.Sc. in Fixed And Removable Prosthodontics
•M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology
•M.Sc. in Healthcare Leadership and Quality Improvement
•M.Sc. in Horticulture and Crop Science
•M.Sc. in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
•M.Sc. in Land Water and Environment
•M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences
•M.Sc. in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
•M.Sc. in Pediatric Dentistry
•M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
•M.Sc. in Pharmacology
•M.Sc. in Plant Protection
•M.Sc. in Speech-Language pathology
•MSc in Clinical Endodontics
•Master Degree in Health Economics and Health Policies
•Master Degree in Women’s Health
•Master in Clinical Psychology
•Master in Land, Water and Environment
•Master of Oral Health Sciences/ Oral Biology
•Master of Pharmacy Adminstration (MPA)
•Master of Science in Athletic Therapy

Natural Sciences(8)

•M.A. in Geography
•M.Sc. in Chemistry
•M.Sc. in Mathematics
•MA in Sustainable Development
•MSc. Geology
•Master in Environmental Sciences and Management
•Master in Medical Physics
•Master’s in physics

Social Sciences and Management(30)

•M.A in Educational Psychology / Learning and Development
•M.A in Educational Psychology/Measurement and Evaluation
•M.A. in Conflict Resolution
•M.A. in Curriculum & Teaching/Teaching Technology
•M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction / General Curriculum
•M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Methods of Teaching Arabic Language
•M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Methods of Teaching English Language
•M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Methods of Teaching Mathematics
•M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Methods of Teaching Science
•M.A. in Digital Communication
•M.A. in Diplomatic Studies
•M.A. in Educational Administration
•M.A. in Foundations of Education
•M.A. in Human Rights and Human Development
•M.A. in Islamic Judiciary
•M.A. in Jurisprudence And its Foundations
•M.A. in Law
•M.A. in Library and Information Science
•M.A. in Political Science
•M.A. in Psychological and Educational Counseling
•M.A. in Social Work
•M.A. in Sociology
•M.A. in Special Education
•MA in American Studies
•MA in Electoral Policies and Administration
•Master degree in Education/ Early Childhood Education
•Master in Local Development
•Master of Public Health
•Master's of Intellectual Property Law
•Masters in Arbitration

MBA (4)

Full-Time MBA(4)

•MBA in Accounting
•MBA in Business Administration
•MBA in Finance
•MBA in Marketing

PHD(41)

Arts and Humanities(8)

•Ph.D In Tafsir
•Ph.D in Islamic Theology
•PhD in Arabic Language and Literature
•PhD in English Literature
•PhD in Hadith
•PhD in History
•PhD in Linguistics
•PhD in Philosophy

Business and Management(1)

•PhD in Business Economics

Engineering and Technology(2)

•PhD in Computer Science
•PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Life Sciences and Medicine(9)

•PhD in Animal Production
•PhD in Biological Sciences
•PhD in Clinical Pharmacy
•PhD in Horticulture and Crop Science
•PhD in Land, Water & Environment
•PhD in Nursing
•PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics
•PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
•PhD in Plant Protection

Natural Sciences(6)

•Doctorate in Physics
•PhD in Chemistry
•PhD in Food Science and Technology
•PhD in Geography
•PhD in Mathematics
•PhD. Geology

Social Sciences and Management(15)

•Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Teaching / Arabic Language Curriculum and Teaching
•Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Teaching / Teaching Methods of Social Studies
•PhD in Curriculum and Instruction/General Curriculum
•PhD in Educational Leadership
•PhD in Educational Psychology/Learning and Development
•PhD in Educational Psychology/Measurement and Evaluation
•PhD in Educational Technology
•PhD in Foundations of Education
•PhD in Islamic Jurisdiction and Legislative Policy
•PhD in Jurisprudence And its Foundations
•PhD in Law
•PhD in Political Science
•PhD in Psychological and Educational Counseling
•PhD in Sociology
•PhD in Special Education

University Information

Admission

To apply, students are required to have secondary education certificates. International and Jordian students holding foreign secondary certifications can apply after they obtain the equivalent certificate from The Ministry of Education in Jordan. For more information, see the universityinternational student portal,admissions pageandvisa page.Admissions requirements:Any programme: high school certificate, scientific stream.Humanitarian programmes: high school certificate, literary stream.Other streams’ certificates can be accepted according to the available programmes. Find out more information onadmissions requirements.Grade requirements:Faculty of medicine and dentistry: 85%.Faculty of pharmacy and faculty of engineering: 80%.Medical analysis and faculty of rehabilitation sciences: 75%.Faculty of agriculture, faculty of law and faculty of nursing: 70%.The rest of the faculties require a rate of 65% and above.

General

IELTS5+

TOEFL59+

Facilities

UJ is located in the heart of Amman and is surrounded by all types of accommodations, restaurants, entertainment, shopping areas and public transportation links. The official language is Arabic, and English is the first foreign language.The University of Jordan has one campus for its physical science school and then a main campus for its other schools. Oncampusthey have a student transportation service, food services, a student clinic,libraryand sports complex.UJ has qualified academic staff who all work towards their ambitions to excel. Many of them have held key roles in academic, administrative and political fields in Jordan, some of them are ministers, advisers, deputies and heads of universities, while some have excelled in innovation, scientific research and literature.The campus has astudent clinic. The Health Care Department provides services to students such as x-rays, laboratory tests and a pharmacy. Cases that require follow up are transferred to the Hospital of Jordan University.

Students & Staff

Student lifeWith over 7,000 international students hailing from more than 130 countries, UJ embraces diversity and inclusivity. The university's multicultural environment fosters a rich exchange of ideas, perspectives, and experiences, enhancing the overall learning environment.Nestled in the heart of Amman, UJ provides students with more than just an education—it offers a vibrant campus life surrounded by essential amenities. Students can explore shopping centers, find comfortable accommodation, savor diverse cuisines in local restaurants, and enjoy entertainment options, creating a well-rounded university experience.

Total students

30,167

UG students: 88%PG students: 12%

International students

6,121

UG students: 87%PG students: 13%

Total faculty staff

2,648

Domestic staff: 87%Int'l staff: 13%

Employability & Career

Career Services

The university has achieved significant recognition in the World University Rankings by Subject 2024. UJ's Nursing program is ranked first in the Arab world, with one subject in the top 50 globally, three subjects in the top 100, five subjects in the top 200, and 14 subjects in the top 300.

UJ's faculty is highly qualified, with many members holding prominent positions in academia, administration, and politics within Jordan. Some faculty members serve as ministers, advisers, deputies, and university leaders, while others have achieved success in innovation, science, and literature.

Since its inception, UJ has graduated over 270,000 students, and its employment reputation is ranked 197th worldwide according to the World University Rankings 2025. Our medical students consistently secure top scores globally in medical specialization admissions in the United States, a testament to the high-caliber education provided at UJ.