Study Abroad

AU students studying abroad

The world is your limit

In a world where connection and adaptability define success, studying abroad gives you an edge. Through AU's partnerships around the globe, you can spend a semester at a partner university, work toward a dual degree, join a study tour, or collaborate on research, and come home with experiences that set you apart.


Why study abroad?

Stand out to employers

International experience adds real weight to your CV. Employers increasingly value graduates who can work across languages, cultures, and new environments.

Access world-class education

Studying abroad opens the door to a wider range of programs, including some of the world's top-ranked universities.

Grow as a person

Living away from home builds independence, resilience, and confidence as you step outside your comfort zone.

Learn a new language

There is no faster way to pick up a language than living where it is spoken every day.

Experience a new culture

New food, music, festivals, and friendships, plus a fresh perspective on your own culture along the way.


Explore your options

Student Exchange Program

Spend a semester or year at a partner university abroad and bring the credits home.

Learn more →

Dual Degree & Progression

Earn qualifications from AU and a partner institution through structured academic pathways.

Learn more →

Short-Term Programs & Tours

Join a focused study tour or short program abroad during the academic breaks.

Learn more →

Compass

Find the program that fits you

Not sure where to start? Compass is our online tool that matches you with the study abroad program that fits your major, goals, and interests. Answer a few questions and it guides you to the right options in minutes, so you can compare with confidence.

Explore Compass ↗

Prefer to talk it through? Reach us at international@ajman.ac.ae.