External Affairs
Building bridges between AUL and the world — through partnerships, diplomacy, and global engagement
Our Partnerships
Building bridges between AUL and the world — through partnerships, diplomacy, and global engagement
Our PartnershipsThe Office of External Affairs at AUL serves as the primary liaison between the university and its external stakeholders — including governments, international organizations, partner universities, industry leaders, and civil society.
Our mission is to strengthen AUL's global presence, foster meaningful collaborations, and create opportunities that benefit our students, faculty, and the broader community.
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Partner Universities
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Countries Engaged
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MOUs Signed
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Years of Global Outreach
Our office drives a wide range of programs that connect AUL to the global academic and professional community
Establishing and maintaining Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with leading universities and research institutions worldwide to enable academic exchange and collaboration.
Facilitating semester and year-long exchange opportunities allowing AUL students to study abroad and welcoming international students to our campus.
Coordinating collaborative research initiatives between AUL faculty and international academic partners, fostering innovation and cross-cultural scholarly work.
Maintaining active relationships with Lebanese government bodies, embassies, and diplomatic missions to support institutional development and student opportunities.
Building strategic partnerships with leading companies and industry organizations to create internship pipelines, sponsorships, and applied learning opportunities.
Engaging with local communities, NGOs, and civil society organizations through community service initiatives, social responsibility projects, and public programs.
Identifying and applying for international grants and funding from organizations such as the EU, UNESCO, and bilateral development agencies to support AUL's academic mission.
Organizing and co-hosting international academic conferences, forums, and seminars that bring global thought leaders and scholars to AUL's campus.
Working closely with international accreditation bodies to ensure AUL's programs meet and exceed global academic quality standards.
AUL has established formal partnerships with institutions across Europe, America, Asia, and the Arab world
University of Paris — France
University of Bologna — Italy
Complutense University of Madrid — Spain
University of Vienna — Austria
Georgetown University — USA
University of Toronto — Canada
Pontifical Catholic University — Brazil
University of Buenos Aires — Argentina
Cairo University — Egypt
University of Jordan — Jordan
King Abdulaziz University — Saudi Arabia
Qatar University — Qatar
University of Tokyo — Japan
Peking University — China
University of Melbourne — Australia
National University of Singapore
We welcome collaboration proposals from universities, research institutes, and organizations worldwide. Reach out to our office to explore partnership opportunities.
Propose a PartnershipGuiding principles that drive the work of the External Affairs Office
Expanding AUL's network of international academic and institutional partnerships to enhance the university's global reputation and reach.
Facilitating student and faculty mobility through exchange agreements, joint degrees, and collaborative research opportunities across borders.
Securing international grants and funding to support academic programs, infrastructure development, and research initiatives at AUL.
Strengthening AUL's relationships with government ministries, embassies, and international organizations to promote the university's interests at the national and diplomatic level.
Promoting AUL's visibility on the international stage through participation in global academic forums, rankings, and accreditation processes.
Fostering community engagement and corporate social responsibility by connecting AUL with NGOs, civil society, and local development organizations.
Supporting the development of joint academic programs and dual-degree offerings with partner institutions to broaden educational choices for AUL students.
Stay updated on the latest developments from the Office of External Affairs
March 2025
AUL and the University of Paris formalized a partnership agreement enabling student exchange and joint research initiatives across multiple faculties.
Read more →February 2025
Over 200 academics from 15 countries gathered at AUL for the annual International Higher Education Forum, discussing innovation and global trends.
Read more →January 2025
AUL has been awarded an Erasmus+ mobility grant enabling 20 students and 5 faculty members to participate in European exchange programs for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Read more →For partnership inquiries, collaboration proposals, or general questions
Adnand Chaaban's Office, 9th Floor
AUL Main Campus, Beirut
+961 1 708 300
Ext. 1946
info@aul.edu.lb