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Algonquin College - Kuwait

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Algonquin College Kuwait
TypePrivate
Established2015
ChairmanSaud Jafar
PresidentDavid McHardy
Location, ,
CampusUrban
ColoursGreen and White    
AffiliationsACCC, AUCC, CBIE, Polytechnics Canada
Websitewww.ac-kuwait.edu.kw

Algonquin College Kuwait is a private post-secondary institution in Kuwait specializing in information technology, business and entrepreneurship.[1] The college was authorized to operate in Kuwait by an Emiri Decree in October 2010. In September 2015, Algonquin College of Kuwait was established as a branch campus of Algonquin College in Ottawa, Canada. The Kuwaiti government allocated land to the college campus in Al-Naseem, Jahra Governorate. The Private Universities Council approved detailed construction plans in 2012. The senior management team was hired in 2014.

Campus

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The campus is located in Al-Naseem, west of Kuwait city. It opened in the fall of 2015. It consists of 3 interconnected buildings for administration, services, and academic space. There are external sports facilities and covered parking spaces.[1]

Programs The college offers a 2-year diploma in business and IT programs. Various pathways to a 4-year degree are available to students who meet minimum degree requirements and wish to continue their studies. Students graduating from the 2 year programs are issued 2 diplomas, one from the main campus in Ottawa and one from the Kuwaiti campus.

  • School of English and Academic Foundations
    • English and Academic Foundations
  • School of Advanced Technology
    • Computer Programmer
    • Internet Applications and Web Development
    • Interactive Media Design
  • School of Business
    • Business Management and Entrepreneurship
    • Business Marketing
    • Business Accounting
  • Department of Continuing Education and Community Engagement

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b Shah, A (April 8, 2019). "Algonquin College's Kuwait campus focusing on business, entrepreneurship – Algonquin Times". Algonquin Times.
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