College of Media and Mass Communications

AUE College of Media and Mass Communications distinguish itself from other colleges and universities in the GCC in the form that it does not only offer traditional programs and specializations like journalism, radio and television and public relations. But it offers new specializations for the 1st time under the umbrella of Mass Communications, namely:

• International relations
• Diplomacy
• Media Sales

Furthermore, the college has agreements with a range of US universities offering students the opportunity to further their education.

This program enables students to develop a competent understanding of the key economic, political, strategic, cultural, legal and organizational features of international life and the factors involved in conflict resolution. Learners gain a general understanding of economic, legal, social, political, strategic, cultural and organizational trends, and also have the opportunity to have an in depth knowledge of Middle East Culture apart from diplomacy, economy and legal studies.

Career opportunities for BA (Media & Mass Communications – International Relations ) are:

- Liaison Officer at Foreign Ministry
- PRO at Embassies and Consulates
- Intelligence Officers at Police Department /Interpol
- PRO at Police and Defense Ministries

1. General Education Required Courses (11 Courses / 33 Credit Hours)

Never before in humankind’s history have the media had such as a significant impact on our live and behavior. It plays a vital role in creating people awareness about policies and developments. It also helps in shaping national identity. Students at the College of Media and Mass Communications at AUE will benefit greatly from the vast diversity of the attached program.

2. Liberal Arts (10 Courses/30 Credits)

Liberal arts courses provide students how to learn new subjects by one of the common methods of learning: Comparing the general theories and current events. These courses also allow to students to see the general framework of the world which is very essential in deduction method.

3. Core Requirements (14 Courses/ 42 Credit Hours)

Core courses provide to students the skills to think critically about what these changes mean for the role of media and related tools in their lives and how it relates and what role it places in our society.

4. Specializations (5 Courses/ 15 Credit Hours)

World becomes smaller and reachable to everybody through high technological developments such as transportation, communication, and international political economy. Within this rapidly changing world international relations and diplomacy is increasingly important for today’s and tomorrow’s world.