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Degree Programs
Associate of Arts in General
Liberal Arts
This two-year undergraduate degree program gives students a broad understanding across multiple disciplines. It's foundation focuses on critical thinking and communication skills, while it's program core incorporates courses from Political Science, Public Administration and Law.
Associate of Business Administration
This is a two-year undergraduate degree program. It's foundation is built with courses across multiple disciplines and focuses on critical thinking and communication skills. It's program core incorporates courses from Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing and Law.
This is a two-year undergraduate degree program. It's foundation is built with courses across multiple disciplines and focuses on critical thinking and communication skills. It's program core incorporates courses on Information, Technology and Computers.
This is a four-year undergraduate degree program. A student's first two years of study primarily focus on building a cross-disciplinary Liberal Arts foundation. A student's latter two years are comprised of courses on Accounting, Economics, Management, Marketing and Law. Students select a concentration in either Management or Finance.
Associate of Arts in Computer Science
Bachelor of Business Administration
This is a four-year undergraduate degree program. The first two years of study build a Liberal Arts foundation with courses across multiple disciplines, with focus on critical thinking and communication skills. It's program core incorporates courses on Information, Technology and Computers.
This is a two-year graduate degree program that includes courses on Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing and Law. Students complete their MBA with a rigorous capstone project, during which they set up a business or introduce a new product or service to the market.
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
Master of Business Administration
This is a four-year undergraduate degree program. A student's first two years of study primarily focus on building a cross-disciplinary Liberal Arts foundation. A student's latter two years are comprised of courses on Political Science, Public Policy, Development, Sociology and Management. Students choose a concentration in either Development Policy or Development Practice.
Bachelor of Arts in
Development Studies
This is a four-year undergraduate degree program. A student's first two years of study primarily focus on building a cross-disciplinary Liberal Arts foundation. A student's latter two years are comprised of courses on Accounting, Economics, Management, Finance, Marketing and Law.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Law
The American University of Afghanistan offers Associate, Bachelor and Graduate degree programs to Afghan men and women.
At present AUAF is operating fully online with live virtual lectures, small classes and 1:1 support.
A Liberal Arts Foundation
We believe education should open doors – to new ideas, to purposeful work, and to service. A liberal arts education does all three by teaching students how to think, not what to think – so they can shape solutions, create opportunities, and lead with integrity in any field.
What is a liberal arts education?
A liberal arts education provides a broad foundation of knowledge and develops key intellectual skills. Instead of focusing on a single narrow vocational path, students explore multiple disciplines – from the sciences to the humanities – to understand the connections between different fields of study.
How do you learn in a liberal arts university?
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Critical inquiry and intellectual debate in small seminar-style classes.
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Hands-on research opportunities alongside faculty mentors.
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Interdisciplinary projects that solve complex, real-world problems.
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Reflective writing and persuasive oral communication exercises.
Why does a liberal arts education matter?
In an ever-changing global economy, the ability to adapt is crucial. A liberal arts degree prepares you for your first job – and your last. It fosters the mental flexibility needed to navigate career shifts and technological disruptions.
What outcomes can I expect?
- Critical Thinking: Analyze evidence and identify biases.
- Communication: Present ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Global Perspective: Understand diverse cultures and systems.
- Problem Solving: Apply creative solutions to unforeseen challenges.