University of Petra
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جامعة البترا | |
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| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 1991 |
| Chairman | Musa Shehadeh |
| Chancellor | Adnan Badran |
| President | Rami Abdel-Rahem |
Academic staff | 278 |
Administrative staff | 401 |
| Students | 6572 |
| Undergraduates | 6366 |
| Postgraduates | 206 |
| Location | , 31°53′36″N 35°52′23″E / 31.89333°N 35.87306°E |
| Affiliations | IAU, FUIW |
| Website | [1] |
The University of Petra is a Jordanian university located in Amman. It grants bachelor's and master's degrees. The university includes students from over 33 nationalities from Arab and foreign countries. The university is located in a prime location on the airport road and is distinguished by its green campus and modern university facilities, including workshops, laboratories, studios, and studios, providing students with high-level practical education and preparing them for the local and global job market. The university also provides fully equipped dormitories for female students, covering all the services they might need.
About the University[edit]
The university was established in 1991.[1] Its first class graduated in 1994 and was then called the "Jordan University for Girls" since in its policy, it was adopted to be a university dedicated to girls. However, the name was changed to University of Petra in 1999 for its new policy of allowing male students to join it.
The university offers a variety of programs at its nine faculties. Arabic is used for teaching of humanities, and English is used as the teaching medium in most of the other disciplines. The nine faculties are:
- Information Technology
- Architecture & Design
- Administrative & Financial Sciences[2] (it was established since the establishment of the university in 1991)[3]
- Arts & Sciences
- Law
- Pharmacy & Medical Sciences
- Mass Communication
- Engineering
- Dentistry
Green University[edit]
In 2015, the University of Petra switched to a solar energy system, generating a total of 1.5 megawatts of electricity from solar energy.
The university's energy consumption on campus in 2012 was 3,066,631 kilowatt-hours. This consumption decreased to 2,886,705 kilowatt-hours in 2013, and further reduced to 2,306,845 kilowatt-hours in 2014 due to changes in lighting fixtures.
The university has its own artesian well, where the water is treated to make it suitable for the intended purposes, especially for drinking. The well supplies the university with all its water needs.
Additionally, the university has a wastewater treatment plant that fully treats the water, providing the necessary water for irrigation.
The campus is pedestrian-friendly to encourage walking among staff and students. Buses and cars are only allowed on the ring road for entry and exit purposes.
There is a multi-story parking structure near the entrance gate to accommodate 1,000 vehicles for students and staff. Moreover, there are parking spaces next to the faculties for quick access.
Energy Conservation Program
The University of Petra is committed to being proactive and innovative in protecting and improving the local and global environment. The university's policy is to reduce energy consumption wherever possible through the actions and efforts of faculty members, staff, and students by closing doors, turning off lights, and generally making positive efforts to conserve energy through the installation of energy-saving lamps and devices. The University of Petra is a local leader in utilizing solar energy.
Water Conservation Program
The University of Petra is committed to reducing water consumption. The university encourages the reuse of water and wastewater, significantly contributing to the irrigation process within the campus.
Recycling Program
The University of Petra is committed to environmental protection through an effective waste management program. Waste management efforts include recycling, which is an important activity that helps conserve resources and land space and reduces waste disposal costs. The university uses both sides of the paper instead of buying packaging products that quickly turn into waste and reduces consumption by avoiding printing emails or web pages.
Transportation Policy
The University of Petra employs strategies to reduce transportation costs by limiting driving. The university operates free buses within the campus and provides a variety of transportation options and free parking for students and faculty members. The parking structure accommodates 1,000 vehicles.[citation needed]
Academic staff profile[edit]
The University has about 287 teaching staff members, and the majority of which are Jordanians, but there are International lecturers from different countries.[citation needed]
Students profile[edit]
Students are assisted to adapt to University life and culture by the Deanship of Student Affairs (DSA) and their academic advisors. UOP provides transportation services for students for a nominal fee.[citation needed]
Accreditations[edit]
- The first Jordanian university to receive quality assurance accreditation from the Jordanian Higher Education Accreditation Commission.
- Accredited by ABET in Computer Information Systems and Computer Science.
- ISO 2015:9001 certified by TÜV Austria.
- British accreditation (ASIC) in English Language and Literature.
- British accreditation (ASIC) at the university level as a distinguished university with high distinction in all fields.
- Accredited by ACPE in Pharmacy.
- Recipient of the Al-Hasan Award for Scientific Excellence.
- European German accreditation (ASIIN) in Chemistry.
- Canadian accreditation (IIMP) for Marketing.
- Quality assurance certification in faculties (Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, Mass Media, Architecture and Design).
- British international accreditation by IET in Software Engineering.
- British accreditation by IOA in Business Intelligence and Data Analysis.
- American international accreditation "ABET" in Civil Engineering.
Membership[edit]
A university accredited both generally and specifically by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and a member of:
- Association of Arab Universities
- International Association of Universities
- Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World
- Association of Islamic Universities
- Association of Arab Private Institutions for Higher Education
Faculties and Majors/Specialties of the University[edit]
The University Includes 9 faculties.
Bachelor's Degree Programs[edit]
Faculty of Arts and Sciences: Includes majors in Arabic Language and Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language and Translation, French Language and Literature, Early Childhood Education, Classroom Teaching, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Sports.
Faculty of Mass Communication: Includes Journalism and Digital Media, Digital Advertising, Radio and Television.
Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences: Includes Pharmacy and Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
Faculty of Information Technology: Includes Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Information Security.
Faculty of Architecture and Design: Includes Architecture, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation and Multimedia, Digital Film Design Technology.
Faculty of Administrative: Includes Business Administration, Banking and Finance, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Accounting, E-Business and Commerce, Business Intelligence and Data Analysis, Financial Technology.
Faculty of Law: Includes Law.
Faculty Engineering: Civil Engineering.
Faculty of Dentistry: Doctor in Dentistry and Oral Surgery.
Master's Degree Programs[edit]
Petra University offers Master's programs in the following specializations:
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Food and Nutrition
English Language and Translation
Arabic Language and Literature
Chemistry
Interior Design
Journalism and Digital Media
Business Administration
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Statistics[edit]
The number of graduates from 2002/2003 until the end of the summer semester 2022/2023 is as follows:
- 2002/2003: 436
- 2003/2004: 632
- 2004/2005: 657
- 2005/2006: 772
- 2007/2008: 1144
- 2008/2009: 1086
- 2009/2010: 1078
- 2010/2011: 1061
- 2011/2012: 1162
- 2012/2013: 1204
- 2013/2014: 1266
- 2014/2015: 1310
- 2015/2016: 1436
- 2016/2017: 1615
- 2017/2018: 1434
- 2018/2019: 1487
- 2019/2020: 1608
- 2020/2021: 1806
- 2021/2022: 1966
- 2022/2023: 1574
Research[edit]
The Deanship of Graduate Studies and Research is the Center of the research activities at UOP. It is formed of two councils; One for research activities and the other for graduate programs. In accordance with the accreditation criteria, stipulated by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, 5% of each university's budget is allocated to support research activities.
References[edit]
- ^ "Universities. Jordan". Civic Education. Retrieved 20 December 2013.
- ^ https://www.uop.edu.jo/En/Academics/FAFS/Pages/default.aspx
- ^ "University of Petra | Faculty of Administrative & Financial Sciences". www.uop.edu.jo. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
