Study in Morocco (in English) - ISEP Exchange
From sand dunes to the Atlas mountains, there truly is no place quite like Morocco. In the countryside you'll find Roman ruins and Portuguese citadels, yet are never more than a train ride away from mouthwatering coastal seafood platters.
The town of Ifrane is nestled in the middle Atlas mountains only an hour's drive from the imperial cities of Fez and Meknes. Ifrane is popular with Moroccan tourists and known for its beautiful chalet architecture, cedar and oak forests, waterfalls, and ski slopes. In addition to outdoor pursuits, the diverse restaurants, cafes, bazaars, hammams, and campgrounds make Ifrane a fantastic place to live and study.
With over 40 students clubs and associations on Al Akhawayn's fully residential campus, there are ample opportunities for ISEP students to integrate themselves into the life of the university.
Special Opportunity for Student Athletes:
AUI has a robust Athletics Department that is eager to host qualified international students on their varsity teams during the Spring season for the following sports: Women’s soccer , men’s and women’s swimming, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s tennis, and men’s and women’s track and field (mainly shorts distance and technical disciplines such as shots , discus, etc). Long distance may also be an option. Interested students will need to tryout for the teams and should plan to stay on the program past the exam dates in May as championship games take place in June and July.
Course Description
Al Akhawayn University offers seven undergraduate degrees from among three schools, science and engineering, business administration, and humanities and social sciences. Fourteen graduate degrees are offered in addition to executive education and special programs for continuing education. All courses are delivered in English, and the computer science and engineering degrees are ABET-accredited.
Of special interest are courses in history and political science that focus on North Africa and the Middle East. Arabic language courses are also offered in Modern Standard Arabic. Arabic is not offered at all levels each semester and students should refer to the course catalog for level selection. In addition to Arabic, language classes are offered in French, Spanish and Berber.
Credits Earned
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 12-17 SCH credits per semester. Students typically enroll in 4-6 classes per term. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator.
If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance.
Students can use the course catalog to find appropriate classes. Students should also have some flexibility when choosing courses, as course schedules may not be finalized until the start of the semester.
Sample Classes Available - This is not an exhaustive list of courses
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Business Administration |
International Studies |
Psychology |
Communication Studies |
Environmental Studies |
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Microeconomics |
International Law |
Developmental Psychology |
New Media Technology |
Principles of Biology |
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Principles of Management |
Theories of International Relations |
Human Sexuality and Gender |
Introduction to Film Making |
Sustainable Earth Systems |
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Business Law and Ethics |
Comparative Political Systems |
Interpersonal Relations and Conflict Resolution |
Media and Gender |
Environmental Laws and Policies |
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Principles of Marketing |
Social Theory |
Psychology of Health |
Marketing Communication |
Biodiversity |
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Enterprises, Markets, and the Moroccan Economy |
International Political Economy |
Social/Organizational Psychology |
Public Relations Communication |
Resource Management |
For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please scroll down to the "other academic conditions" section below.
Al Akhawayn University
Al Akhawayn University is an ideal location for students who want an introduction to the region. The university is coeducational, residential and primarily undergraduate, with rapidly growing graduate programs. The...
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Academics
- Students will receive a Banner link to browse courses. Using the course catalog:
• In the table of contents, click on the field you are interested in
• Browse through the Bachelor programs and click on the field of interest to explore the course offerings
- Architecture and Engineering courses have limited seats.
- Language Courses: Students beyond the beginning level must take a placement test and may not register until after results are posted during the orientation for all foreign language classes. The host institution ultimately determines your proficiency level and course eligibility.
Arabic - Modern Standard Arabic is offered in addition to regular classes during the academic year and semester for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Beginner I is offered in both the fall and spring semesters. There are three contact hours per course. Moroccan Arabic is available for students who have had a semester of Arabic or who are familiar with Arabic script. All Arabic as a second language classes are offered subject to minimum enrollment.
French and Spanish - Beginning French and Spanish as foreign languages are offered each semester. Intermediate French is offered as well, but intermediate Spanish is dependent on demand. French majors should be aware that all French classes with the code FRN are for students who use French as a second language with professional needs. There are no courses in literature or culture taught in French. Very advanced French speakers could be placed into a class of Moroccan students.
Academic Calendar
Fall Semester
- Students arrive in Late August
- Courses begin early September
- Courses end mid/late December
Spring Semester
- Students arrive early January
- Courses begin mid-January
- Courses end mid May
PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.
VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
Semester & Prices (based on your filters)
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