Faculty of Languages and Communication
On behalf of all our faculty, staff and students, welcome to the Faculty of Languages and Communication (FoLaC) at American University of Madaba (AUM).
As the Acting Dean of the Faculty, I’m immensely proud of the tradition of providing not only theoretical, but also practical, experience-based education since our founding. Our English Literature & Language as well as Translation majors prepare our students to become leaders, empowered not only with valuable competencies and skills, but also with the moral wisdom and intellectual passion necessary to meet the challenges of a time of critical transition in society and the world at large.
With science and wisdom as pillars of AUM’s vision, mission, philosophy and key working principles, we offer unique opportunities for our students to engage with local, national and international companies and communities. These strengths are evident in our faculty’s graduates, with many going on to graduate schools, while others finding amazing opportunities in entrepreneurial ventures and not-for-profit organizations. Central to the success of our current students and Alumni is our focus on honing their life goals and life skills through student-centered teaching methods that our faculty brings into the classroom.
In sum, the knowledge, commitment, hard work and contributions of FoLaC continue to drive change both at the university and across our society and beyond.
I would like to affectionately invite all of you who are interested in expanding their knowledge and enriching their careers to further explore our faculty, with its two distinguished departments, either online or through a visit to campus.
Yours Sincerely,
Dr. Majid Tarawneh
Acting Dean of Faculty of Languages & Communication
Vision
Through its outstanding graduates, excelling faculty members, and effective community outreach programs, Faculty of Languages and Communication aspires to make a difference in the nation, the region and the world.
Mission
The mission of the Faculty of Languages and Communication is to ensure academic excellence for a diverse student body in language proficiency, literature competency, translation efficiency, and communication ease and fluency. The faculty promotes an exceptional learning environment, characterized by dynamism, collegiality and civility that will enable students to become successful, both personally and professionally, and prepare them to become responsible global citizens.
General Education Program
Department of Basic Science & Humanities
Introduction
The department of Basic Science and Humanities is a multidisciplinary unit that serves freshman students from different faculties at AUM. The department fosters the General Education Program (GEP) at AUM, which is not a degree program. Students at AUM must complete a total of 40 credit hours from the university’s general education requirements courses to graduate from their academic programs. All students must take 23 credit hours from outside their major and the remaining 17 credit hours from either their major’s general education elective courses or other departments general elective courses. GEP broadens students’ knowledge, and technical skills, and promotes social awareness through general education and career- focused courses. It provides strong education and learning environment, which enables the students to enter all areas of their profession upon graduation and to adapt to changes that may occur during professional life. Students will be conversant with wide range of topics relating to the natural sciences, be able to communicate effectively, and appreciate the scientist's professional and social role. The faculty tries to foster a learning environment enhanced by faculty who encourage leadership, independence, self- respect, promotion of justice, and compassion in students. This is dependent on a sound scientific knowledge base, well-developed expertise, critical thinking capabilities, moral reasoning, and communication skills.
Vision
The General Educational Program (GEP) strives to provide a dynamic integration of the liberal arts & sciences and technology for personal and professional development consistent with the university’s vision. The faculty commits itself to utilize wisdom and science for a better world.
Mission
The General Educational Program (GEP) supplements students’ professional respective fields to enhance their inquiry and acquisition knowledge in multidisciplinary areas. GEP compliments university mission by helping students to move forward with a collaborative initiative to achieve excellence and promotes knowledge in rewarding and inspiring learning and research environment to develop leadership qualities relevant to the 21st century and beyond.
The American University of Madaba graduates will have the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):
PLO1: Rational and Practical Skills
Intellectual and communicative skills are needed to succeed in the academic environment and to address globally complex challenges. This includes written and oral communication skills and quantitative and qualitative reasoning for complex and refined arguments.
PLO2: Civic and Global Leadership
Recognize the diversity of different societies, locally and internationally, in terms of gender, race, religion, ethnicity, and age, and demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained to lead, recognize, apply and establish effective and useful interactions in crisis.
PLO3: Knowledge of Human Cultures
Knowledge from humanities, environmental, social sciences, and arts to better understand of ecology.
PLO4: Understanding of the Physical and Natural World (STEM Skills)
Creativity, Knowledge, and skills learned from Natural Science (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics) in order to develop an interdisciplinary, diverse, and applied approach to the natural environment and an understanding of scientific reasoning and integration latest technology.
General Education List of Competencies (LoC’s) which achieve General Education PLOs
Knowledge
A1. Understanding essential facts in related topics.
A2. Comprehend basic concepts in related fields and their applications.
A3. Introducing and relating principles and theories.
A4. Clarifying sciences and humanities terminology in related fields.
Practical Skills
B1. Enhance oral, written and communication skills.
B2. Applying creative and critical skills.
B3. Develop interpersonal skills.
B4. Use of a Learning Management System (LMS) in the learning process to create and deliver content and monitor student participation and assessment.
Thinking Skills
C1. Enhance computer skills to solve and apply theoretical concepts in real life.
C2. Recognize, analyze, and apply quantitative and qualitative concepts in real-life models.
C3. Understand scientific reasoning for different problems and concepts.
Other Skills
D1. Promote critical thinking in solving and applying problems and concepts.
D2. Intellectual and independent creativity in reasoning learning natural sciences topics.
D3. Recognize and apply effective and useful interaction in complex problems.
Degree Requirements
General Education Curriculum Courses
- I. To achieve the General Education Program Outcomes (PLOs), all AUM undergraduate students are required to take 23 credit hours from the following categories:
- A. Remedial Requirements (0 Credit Hours):
Placement tests in English, Arabic, and Computer are mandatory for all students. In the event of a failure in any of these tests, students will be expected to enroll in the corresponding remedial course, which are 900099 for English, 900097 for Arabic, and 900096 for Computer.
- B. University Compulsory General Education Courses Requirements: 14 Credit Hours
|
Course No |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900120 |
Arabic Communication Skills (1) |
3 |
0900097* |
|
0900130 |
English Communication Skills (1) |
3 |
0900099* |
|
0900131 |
English Communication Skills (2) |
3 |
0900130 |
|
0900111 |
Military Science |
3 |
-- |
|
0900122 |
Entrepreneurship and Innovation |
1 |
-- |
|
0900123 |
Leadership and social responsibility |
1 |
-- |
- C. University Elective General Education Elective Courses Requirements: 9 Credit Hours
- 1. Humanities: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900113 |
Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication |
3 |
-- |
|
0900117 |
Civic Awareness |
3 |
-- |
|
0900140 |
Appreciation of Art |
3 |
-- |
|
0900141 |
Appreciation of Music |
3 |
-- |
|
0900124 |
Human Rights |
3 |
-- |
|
0900102 |
Sports |
3 |
-- |
|
0900118 |
Cultural Development |
3 |
-- |
2.Social and Economic Sciences: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900114 |
Civilization and Thought |
3 |
-- |
|
0900115 |
Social Ethics** |
3 |
-- |
|
0900150 |
Introduction to Economics*** |
3 |
-- |
|
0900106 |
General Statistics |
3 |
-- |
|
0900133 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
-- |
- 3. Natural Science and Technology: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900116 |
Bio-Ethics |
3 |
-- |
|
0900172 |
Development and Environment |
3 |
-- |
|
0900171 |
Science and Society |
3 |
-- |
|
0900180 |
Computer Skills* |
3 |
0900096* |
|
0900190 |
Digital Culture |
3 |
-- |
|
0900185 |
Astronomy |
3 |
-- |
* Or passing the placement test.
**Compulsory for Business and Finance Students.
***Not for Business and Finance
II.In order to fulfill the General Education Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), AUM mandates that all undergraduate students complete 17 credit hours from one of the Categories listed below as part of the General Education Program.
Natural Science and Laboratory in Basic or Applied Sciences:
Successful completion of the General Education (GE) courses in natural sciences and laboratory sessions in basic or applied sciences provide students with the ability to comprehend and explain natural phenomena through experimentation, logical reasoning, and observation. Upon fulfilling this requirement, students will be able to:
- Explain fundamental concepts in natural sciences.
- Apply scientific methodologies in the resolution of complex problems related to natural phenomena.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0904101 |
General Physics 1 |
3 |
|
|
0904102 |
General Physics 2 |
3 |
0904101 |
|
0904100 |
Descriptive Physics ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0902100 |
Chemistry of Everyday Life ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0903100 |
Quantitative Reasoning in Math ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0201100 |
Biology of the Living ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0902112 |
Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences |
3 |
|
|
0902111 |
Organic Chemistry for Health Sciences |
3 |
|
|
0902101 |
General Chemistry |
3 |
|
|
0201101 |
General Biology 1 |
3 |
|
|
0201331 |
Microbiology |
3 |
0201102 or concurrent 0202251 |
|
0201241 |
Biochemistry |
3 |
0902112 |
|
0904107 |
General Physics 1 Lab |
1 |
0904101 |
|
0904108 |
General Physics 2 Lab |
1 |
0904107 or concurrent 0904102 |
|
0902113 |
Organic Chemistry Lab. for Life Sciences |
1 |
0902112 |
|
0902107 |
General Chemistry Lab |
1 |
0902101 |
|
0304156 |
Analytical Chemistry Lab |
1 |
|
|
0304150 |
Analytical Chemistry |
2 |
|
|
0201332 |
Basic Microbiology Lab |
1 |
0201331 |
|
0301237 |
Biochemistry Lab |
1 |
|
|
0201107 |
General Biology 1 Lab |
1 |
|
|
0303111 |
Fundamentals of Nutrition |
3 |
0201101 |
Quantitative and Mathematical Literacy:
Upon completion of the quantitative literacy courses offered by GE, students will possess the ability to recognize, assess, and tackle problems that arise in common situations. These courses provide the necessary skills and knowledge for students to excel in quantitative analysis.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900213 |
Technical Writing and Documentation |
3 |
|
|
0702302 |
Academic Writing |
3 |
0702107 |
|
0401121 |
Programing Fundamentals |
3 |
|
|
0401120 |
Programing Fundamentals Lab |
1 |
|
|
0402213 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
|
|
0903381 |
Numerical Analysis |
3 |
0903102 |
|
0903281 |
Probability and Statistics |
3 |
0903102 |
|
0903182 |
Statistics for Business |
3 |
|
|
0903105 |
Mathematics and Biostatistics |
3 |
|
|
0903103 |
Mathematics for Business |
3 |
|
|
0903101 |
Calculus 1 |
3 |
|
|
0903102 |
Calculus 2 |
3 |
0903101 |
Social and Economic Sciences:
The category of GE courses available here provides students with the opportunity to scrutinize cultural and societal issues, apply empirical analyses, and engage in ethical critiques. Upon fulfilling this requirement, students will have the ability to:
- Assess human behavior concerning issues pertaining to politics, economics, culture, society, and organizations.
- Conduct ethical analyses of relevant issues.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900114 |
Civilization and Thought |
3 |
- |
|
0704101 |
Introduction to Mass Communication |
3 |
- |
|
0703251 |
Culture and Globalization |
3 |
- |
|
0506151 |
Fundamentals of Human Resources Management |
3 |
|
|
0505103 |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
|
|
0505102 |
Microeconomics |
3 |
|
|
0505101 |
Principles of Risk Management |
3 |
|
|
0504101 |
Principles of Marketing |
3 |
|
|
0503101 |
Principles of Finance |
3 |
|
|
0502101 |
Principles of Management |
3 |
|
|
0501101 |
Principles of Accounting |
3 |
Arts and Humanities:
The courses within this category of GE courses introduce students to a broad range of cultural, linguistic, artistic, and historical perspectives. By fulfilling this requirement, students will develop the skills needed to scrutinize and assess works in literature, history, arts, and linguistics.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0609210 |
Design History and Theory |
3 |
|
|
0702132 |
English for Business |
3 |
- |
|
0702107 |
Paragraph and Essay Writing |
3 |
- |
|
0702105 |
Reading Comprehension |
3 |
- |
|
0702104 |
Study Skills |
3 |
- |
|
0702103 |
Listening and Speaking |
3 |
- |
|
0702005 |
Italian /European language 1 |
3 |
- |
|
0702006 |
Italian /European language 2 |
3 |
0702005 |
|
0609136 |
3D Drawing and Perspectives |
3 |
|
|
0609121 |
Design Methods and Creative Thinking |
3 |
|
|
0609120 |
Drawing and Rendering Techniques |
3 |
|
|
0608225 |
Digital Photography and Imaging |
3 |
|
|
0608220 |
Color Theory and Applications 1 |
3 |
|
|
0608211 |
Introduction and History of Visual Communication |
3 |
|
|
0608130 |
Free-Hand Drawing |
3 |
|
|
0608125 |
Introduction to Computer Graphics and Illustration |
3 |
|
|
0606211 |
History of Architecture and Art |
3 |
|
|
0606131 |
Technical Drawing |
3 |
Department of English Language, Culture & Communication
Individuals who hold a bachelor's degree in English language, culture, and communication are equipped with a versatile skill set that unlocks numerous job opportunities in our interconnected contemporary world. Below are several potential career paths they can explore:
- Content Writer/Editor: Graduates can work as content creators or editors for digital marketing agencies, publishing houses, websites, blogs, or other media platforms. Strong communication skills are crucial in producing high-quality written content.
- Copywriter: Copywriters specialize in crafting persuasive and engaging advertising and marketing materials, including advertisements, slogans, and promotional content.
- Public Relations Specialist: Graduates can work in PR departments, managing communication between organizations and the public, writing press releases, and maintaining a positive public image.
- Social Media Manager: With the growth of social media, organizations need experts to manage their online presence, create engaging content, and interact with their audience.
- Technical Writer: Technical writers create user manuals, guides, and documentation for products and services, translating complex information into easily understandable language.
- Communications Coordinator: Graduates can work in various industries coordinating internal and external communication, including newsletters, reports, and announcements.
- Language Educator: Teaching English as a second language (ESL) is a popular career choice for graduates. They can work at language institutes, schools, universities, or online platforms.
- Media Production Assistant: Graduates with a strong understanding of language and communication can work in media production, assisting in the creation of films, TV shows, podcasts, and other multimedia content.
- Cultural Liaison Officer: In multinational corporations or international organizations, graduates can serve as cultural liaisons, bridging communication gaps and promoting cross-cultural understanding.
- International Relations Specialist: Graduates can work in fields related to diplomacy, international affairs, or international business, leveraging their understanding of language and culture.
- Event Planner: Effective communication is crucial in event planning. Graduates can organize and manage events, conferences, and seminars that require clear communication and coordination.
- Market Research Analyst: Graduates can work in market research, analyzing trends and consumer behavior, and presenting findings through clear reports and presentations.
- Travel Writer/Guide: With their understanding of language and culture, graduates can write travel guides, articles, and blogs about different destinations, or work as tour guides for travelers.
- Cultural Consultant: Graduates can provide insights and guidance to businesses and organizations on cultural sensitivities, effective cross-cultural communication, and global market entry strategies.
- Nonprofit/NGO Communications: Graduates can work for nonprofit organizations or NGOs, managing communication efforts, fundraising campaigns, and awareness-building initiatives.
- Human Resources Specialist: Effective communication is essential in HR roles, where graduates can be involved in employee communication, training, and organizational development.
These represent only a handful of the numerous career avenues accessible to those who hold a Bachelor's degree in English Language, Culture and Communication. The capacity to skillfully communicate and adeptly navigate cultural subtleties is greatly esteemed in diverse industries and fields, rendering this degree flexible and well-suited to a broad spectrum of professional pursuits.
General Education Program
Department of Basic Science & Humanities
Introduction
The department of Basic Science and Humanities is a multidisciplinary unit that serves freshman students from different faculties at AUM. The department fosters the General Education Program (GEP) at AUM, which is not a degree program. Students at AUM must complete a total of 40 credit hours from the university’s general education requirements courses to graduate from their academic programs. All students must take 23 credit hours from outside their major and the remaining 17 credit hours from either their major’s general education elective courses or other departments general elective courses. GEP broadens students’ knowledge, and technical skills, and promotes social awareness through general education and career- focused courses. It provides strong education and learning environment, which enables the students to enter all areas of their profession upon graduation and to adapt to changes that may occur during professional life. Students will be conversant with wide range of topics relating to the natural sciences, be able to communicate effectively, and appreciate the scientist's professional and social role. The faculty tries to foster a learning environment enhanced by faculty who encourage leadership, independence, self- respect, promotion of justice, and compassion in students. This is dependent on a sound scientific knowledge base, well-developed expertise, critical thinking capabilities, moral reasoning, and communication skills.
Vision
The General Educational Program (GEP) strives to provide a dynamic integration of the liberal arts & sciences and technology for personal and professional development consistent with the university’s vision. The faculty commits itself to utilize wisdom and science for a better world.
Mission
The General Educational Program (GEP) supplements students’ professional respective fields to enhance their inquiry and acquisition knowledge in multidisciplinary areas. GEP compliments university mission by helping students to move forward with a collaborative initiative to achieve excellence and promotes knowledge in rewarding and inspiring learning and research environment to develop leadership qualities relevant to the 21st century and beyond.
The American University of Madaba graduates will have the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):
PLO1: Rational and Practical Skills
Intellectual and communicative skills are needed to succeed in the academic environment and to address globally complex challenges. This includes written and oral communication skills and quantitative and qualitative reasoning for complex and refined arguments.
PLO2: Civic and Global Leadership
Recognize the diversity of different societies, locally and internationally, in terms of gender, race, religion, ethnicity, and age, and demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained to lead, recognize, apply and establish effective and useful interactions in crisis.
PLO3: Knowledge of Human Cultures
Knowledge from humanities, environmental, social sciences, and arts to better understand of ecology.
PLO4: Understanding of the Physical and Natural World (STEM Skills)
Creativity, Knowledge, and skills learned from Natural Science (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics) in order to develop an interdisciplinary, diverse, and applied approach to the natural environment and an understanding of scientific reasoning and integration latest technology.
General Education List of Competencies (LoC’s) which achieve General Education PLOs
Knowledge
A1. Understanding essential facts in related topics.
A2. Comprehend basic concepts in related fields and their applications.
A3. Introducing and relating principles and theories.
A4. Clarifying sciences and humanities terminology in related fields.
Practical Skills
B1. Enhance oral, written and communication skills.
B2. Applying creative and critical skills.
B3. Develop interpersonal skills.
B4. Use of a Learning Management System (LMS) in the learning process to create and deliver content and monitor student participation and assessment.
Thinking Skills
C1. Enhance computer skills to solve and apply theoretical concepts in real life.
C2. Recognize, analyze, and apply quantitative and qualitative concepts in real-life models.
C3. Understand scientific reasoning for different problems and concepts.
Other Skills
D1. Promote critical thinking in solving and applying problems and concepts.
D2. Intellectual and independent creativity in reasoning learning natural sciences topics.
D3. Recognize and apply effective and useful interaction in complex problems.
Degree Requirements
General Education Curriculum Courses
- I. To achieve the General Education Program Outcomes (PLOs), all AUM undergraduate students are required to take 23 credit hours from the following categories:
- A. Remedial Requirements (0 Credit Hours):
Placement tests in English, Arabic, and Computer are mandatory for all students. In the event of a failure in any of these tests, students will be expected to enroll in the corresponding remedial course, which are 900099 for English, 900097 for Arabic, and 900096 for Computer.
- B. University Compulsory General Education Courses Requirements: 14 Credit Hours
|
Course No |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900120 |
Arabic Communication Skills (1) |
3 |
0900097* |
|
0900130 |
English Communication Skills (1) |
3 |
0900099* |
|
0900131 |
English Communication Skills (2) |
3 |
0900130 |
|
0900111 |
Military Science |
3 |
-- |
|
0900122 |
Entrepreneurship and Innovation |
1 |
-- |
|
0900123 |
Leadership and social responsibility |
1 |
-- |
- C. University Elective General Education Elective Courses Requirements: 9 Credit Hours
- 1. Humanities: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900113 |
Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication |
3 |
-- |
|
0900117 |
Civic Awareness |
3 |
-- |
|
0900140 |
Appreciation of Art |
3 |
-- |
|
0900141 |
Appreciation of Music |
3 |
-- |
|
0900124 |
Human Rights |
3 |
-- |
|
0900102 |
Sports |
3 |
-- |
|
0900118 |
Cultural Development |
3 |
-- |
2.Social and Economic Sciences: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900114 |
Civilization and Thought |
3 |
-- |
|
0900115 |
Social Ethics** |
3 |
-- |
|
0900150 |
Introduction to Economics*** |
3 |
-- |
|
0900106 |
General Statistics |
3 |
-- |
|
0900133 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
-- |
- 3. Natural Science and Technology: 3 Credit Hours
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900116 |
Bio-Ethics |
3 |
-- |
|
0900172 |
Development and Environment |
3 |
-- |
|
0900171 |
Science and Society |
3 |
-- |
|
0900180 |
Computer Skills* |
3 |
0900096* |
|
0900190 |
Digital Culture |
3 |
-- |
|
0900185 |
Astronomy |
3 |
-- |
* Or passing the placement test.
**Compulsory for Business and Finance Students.
***Not for Business and Finance
II.In order to fulfill the General Education Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), AUM mandates that all undergraduate students complete 17 credit hours from one of the Categories listed below as part of the General Education Program.
Natural Science and Laboratory in Basic or Applied Sciences:
Successful completion of the General Education (GE) courses in natural sciences and laboratory sessions in basic or applied sciences provide students with the ability to comprehend and explain natural phenomena through experimentation, logical reasoning, and observation. Upon fulfilling this requirement, students will be able to:
- Explain fundamental concepts in natural sciences.
- Apply scientific methodologies in the resolution of complex problems related to natural phenomena.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0904101 |
General Physics 1 |
3 |
|
|
0904102 |
General Physics 2 |
3 |
0904101 |
|
0904100 |
Descriptive Physics ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0902100 |
Chemistry of Everyday Life ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0903100 |
Quantitative Reasoning in Math ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0201100 |
Biology of the Living ( for non-science major) |
3 |
|
|
0902112 |
Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences |
3 |
|
|
0902111 |
Organic Chemistry for Health Sciences |
3 |
|
|
0902101 |
General Chemistry |
3 |
|
|
0201101 |
General Biology 1 |
3 |
|
|
0201331 |
Microbiology |
3 |
0201102 or concurrent 0202251 |
|
0201241 |
Biochemistry |
3 |
0902112 |
|
0904107 |
General Physics 1 Lab |
1 |
0904101 |
|
0904108 |
General Physics 2 Lab |
1 |
0904107 or concurrent 0904102 |
|
0902113 |
Organic Chemistry Lab. for Life Sciences |
1 |
0902112 |
|
0902107 |
General Chemistry Lab |
1 |
0902101 |
|
0304156 |
Analytical Chemistry Lab |
1 |
|
|
0304150 |
Analytical Chemistry |
2 |
|
|
0201332 |
Basic Microbiology Lab |
1 |
0201331 |
|
0301237 |
Biochemistry Lab |
1 |
|
|
0201107 |
General Biology 1 Lab |
1 |
|
|
0303111 |
Fundamentals of Nutrition |
3 |
0201101 |
Quantitative and Mathematical Literacy:
Upon completion of the quantitative literacy courses offered by GE, students will possess the ability to recognize, assess, and tackle problems that arise in common situations. These courses provide the necessary skills and knowledge for students to excel in quantitative analysis.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900213 |
Technical Writing and Documentation |
3 |
|
|
0702302 |
Academic Writing |
3 |
0702107 |
|
0401121 |
Programing Fundamentals |
3 |
|
|
0401120 |
Programing Fundamentals Lab |
1 |
|
|
0402213 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
|
|
0903381 |
Numerical Analysis |
3 |
0903102 |
|
0903281 |
Probability and Statistics |
3 |
0903102 |
|
0903182 |
Statistics for Business |
3 |
|
|
0903105 |
Mathematics and Biostatistics |
3 |
|
|
0903103 |
Mathematics for Business |
3 |
|
|
0903101 |
Calculus 1 |
3 |
|
|
0903102 |
Calculus 2 |
3 |
0903101 |
Social and Economic Sciences:
The category of GE courses available here provides students with the opportunity to scrutinize cultural and societal issues, apply empirical analyses, and engage in ethical critiques. Upon fulfilling this requirement, students will have the ability to:
- Assess human behavior concerning issues pertaining to politics, economics, culture, society, and organizations.
- Conduct ethical analyses of relevant issues.
|
Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
|
0900114 |
Civilization and Thought |
3 |
- |
|
0704101 |
Introduction to Mass Communication |
3 |
- |
|
0703251 |
Culture and Globalization |
3 |
- |
|
0506151 |
Fundamentals of Human Resources Management |
3 |
|
|
0505103 |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
|
|
0505102 |
Microeconomics |
3 |
|
|
0505101 |
Principles of Risk Management |
3 |
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0504101 |
Principles of Marketing |
3 |
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0503101 |
Principles of Finance |
3 |
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0502101 |
Principles of Management |
3 |
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0501101 |
Principles of Accounting |
3 |
Arts and Humanities:
The courses within this category of GE courses introduce students to a broad range of cultural, linguistic, artistic, and historical perspectives. By fulfilling this requirement, students will develop the skills needed to scrutinize and assess works in literature, history, arts, and linguistics.
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Course No. |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequisite |
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0609210 |
Design History and Theory |
3 |
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0702132 |
English for Business |
3 |
- |
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0702107 |
Paragraph and Essay Writing |
3 |
- |
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0702105 |
Reading Comprehension |
3 |
- |
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0702104 |
Study Skills |
3 |
- |
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0702103 |
Listening and Speaking |
3 |
- |
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0702005 |
Italian /European language 1 |
3 |
- |
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0702006 |
Italian /European language 2 |
3 |
0702005 |
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0609136 |
3D Drawing and Perspectives |
3 |
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0609121 |
Design Methods and Creative Thinking |
3 |
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0609120 |
Drawing and Rendering Techniques |
3 |
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0608225 |
Digital Photography and Imaging |
3 |
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0608220 |
Color Theory and Applications 1 |
3 |
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0608211 |
Introduction and History of Visual Communication |
3 |
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0608130 |
Free-Hand Drawing |
3 |
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0608125 |
Introduction to Computer Graphics and Illustration |
3 |
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0606211 |
History of Architecture and Art |
3 |
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0606131 |
Technical Drawing |
3 |
Translators from AUM not only acquire the skills to become proficient translators, but also touch on matters of Language acquisition. This allows them to later pursue careers in education as ESL or Arabic teachers, jobs which are in high-demand locally and regionally. A translation degree from AUM does not limit graduates to one discipline of translation, but equips them with the knowledge to act as a key communicative asset in a wide range of professional sectors.
Publications (2014 – 2016)
Literature Department
Dr. Wafa’a Al Khadra
“NoamiShihab Nye’s Neo- and Post-Romanticism: The Mystique of Separate and Hybrid Landscapes.” Dirasat, Human and Social Sciences, Volume 41, Supplement. 2, 2014.
“Anne Bradstreet’s Romantic Precedence”. Journal of Modern Languages and Literature at Yarmouk University.
"Al-Ghitani’sZayniBarakat: History as Narrative". The European Scientific Journal, ESJ. October edition vol.11, No.28, No.29 and No.30.
Euro-Med Ministerial Conclusions on Strengthening the Role of Women in Society: Impact in Jordan. European Union Publication/ http://www.efi-ife.org/publications
Translation Department
Dr. Taroub Khayat
Political Communication in the Age of Dissemination: Media Constructions of Hezbollah (2016) London: Peter Lang
Activities (2014 – 2016)
Dr. Wafaa Al Khadra
Euro-Med Women’s Rights Conference on MINISTERIAL CONCLUSIONS TO GENDER EQUALITY POLICY MAKING IN THE EURO-MED REGION 28-29 November 2016 Beirut, Lebanon.
Expert group meeting on "Beyond Parliamentary Representation: Women Participation" held in the UN House on 15 - 16 December.
Conference and retreat on Gender Equality in the Arab World Post the Arab Uprisings, scheduled March 3 and 4, 2017 at AUB.
Participation in an international delegation to the sixty-first session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW61). UNCSW61 held at United Nations Headquarters in New York from 13 to 24 March 2017.
http://www.jordantimes.com/opinion/wafa-alkhadra/jordan-can-lead-change
http://jordantimes.com/reforming-curricula-a-must-yet-again
http://jordantimes.com/activists-discuss-gender--stereotypes-in-school-textbooks
http://jordantimes.com/the-need-for-a-paradigm-shift-in-gender-perception
http://alrai.com/article/787709.html
Dr. Akram Al Deek
Feb. 2017 – present: Judge and Master of Ceremony for Readers’ Writing Competition for Youths in Amman.
Oct. 2015 – present: Co-curator of Writers in Amman, a group of writers who meet on monthly basis.
September, 2014 –Feb, 2015: Life is Elsewhere (a series of workshops on the politics of home and identity, combined with film screenings and discussions) at Darat Al Funun; Amman, Jordan.
Editor-in-Chief of the AUM Magazine, Oct. 2015 – present.
Working on a book that studies the impact of graffiti and street art in Amman: March, 2017 : ongoing.
Looking for a publication for my semi-autobiographical memoir, The Eucalyptus Tree: episodes of displersals (2016).
http://jordantimes.com/news/local/book-says-displacement-opportunity-creativity-growth%E2%80%99
http://aum.edu.jo/main/aum-announcements/447-book-publication-dr-akram-al-deek
http://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781137580917
http://edition.cnn.com/2017/03/06/travel/arab-ink-project/index.html
Dr. Celine Kamheye
My review of Alan Jacobs’ book, The Pleasures of Reading in an Age of Distraction, was published in The Reading Matrix, Vol. 15 / 1, April 2015, pp. 293-295, http://www.readingmatrix.com/files/12-393a6o0a.pdf
I peer reviewed an article which was later published in Arab World English Journal Vol. 6/1, pp. 378-396. The article is titled: The Effect of Vocabulary learning Strategies on Academic Achievements of Pre-University Libyan EFL Learners, by Salma HM Khalifa.
The University is aware of the significance of facilitating the way knowledge is developed, acquired and delivered. Therefore, the Department of English has responded positively to the AUM initiative by launching and integrating the e-learningfacilties in its premises and classes.
Extensive use of data shows and computer resources is implemented in class learning. The students have easy access to a rich library replete with the latest publications in the various fields of humanities as well as literary works from all periods.
Conference, Multi-Purpose rooms and the auditorium allow students the space and opportunity to have debates, discussions, open days, plays, presentations and other English activities. The variety of learning resources enables all students of different levels and learning needs, be it audio-visual or tactile, to gain knowledge, analyze and investigate throughout their University studies.
In order to attain the highest academic standards, the University is always working on improving learning resources. Where the English Department is concerned, there are the following teaching facilities:
- Laboratories:
The faculty maintains two equipped labs, i.e. the audio-visual lab and the multimedia internet-based lab to help students master English as well as prepare them to understand, comprehend and use the language for their specialized needs. The audio – visual lab is provided with headsets, microphones, DVD, VCD, TV set, a cassette recorder together with the materials that accompany assigned textbooks as well as material recorded for the purposes of translation classes. For the multimedia internet- based lab, the conception that e-Learning allows information to be delivered in a more user-centric, user-friendly format than traditional training and education, is applied. Two technicians are responsible for keeping the labs ready to receive students at all times.
- Classrooms, Multi –purpose Rooms and Lecture Support Facilities:
The faculty provides its students with many resources for learning and interaction with the environments around them. The Department has a number of classrooms, each with a capacity of 40 students.
It maintains some classrooms with movable seats and a multi-purpose room that provide the flexible types of study required for today’s world. The multimedia equipment like data show sets, overhead projectors, large white boards and lap-tops aid teachers in presenting their material in the best way possible and provide a good ground for hosting seminars and workshops on a variety of topics.
- Newsletter:
The interactive role of the teachers as moderators and catalysts has encouraged students to be more positive elements in the process of learning and to be prepared for practical life. The outcomes of this strategy were specialized bulletins, a newsletter and fantastic drawings for prominent figures or places hanging all over the Department which created a fertile atmosphere for learning. The editorial board of the newsletter consists of the chairperson and six other students who work with other students to make the newsletter something that is both worth reading, informative and entertaining. It covers up-to-date news, tackles subjects of public interest like fighting smoking and keeping the environment friendly to all and also publishes creative writings of students from inside and outside the Department.
The development of the main learning resources (computing laboratories, libraries, and others) is the responsibility of the heads of departments accompanied by the designated committees with the consent of the Dean. Learning resources made available by the University are in general adequate to acquire the basic skills outlined in both degree programs. The Faculties, in association with library personnel, updates the list of books, journals, magazines and other written resources to meet the main requirements of both degree programs.
Meanwhile, all Faculties maintain a well-planned organization structure that assists it in running all daily operations at ease and ensures high level of communication between the various sectors of its community. Moreover, the Faculties, through its departments, in addition to the various support committees, provide effective and efficient administrative support to both the Faculty members and the students.
Staff
Each University student is provided with a secured login, given access to network printers, allocated e-mail account with sufficient storage capacity, and connected to the Internet.
- Staff-student ratio is excellent in specialist courses (1: 30), reasonable in English 1, 2 and Remedial (1:40).
- Students enjoy open access to staff.
- Staff members interact with students in guidance in academic work as well as registration.
- Members of staff promulgate procedures for assessing student achievements and addressing their academic concerns.
- The faculty system is being carefully reviewed to accommodate students’ grievances, especially with respect to student representation in the Department Council.
Program
- Program offers a comprehensive coverage of the two main branches of literature, linguistics, formal and variationist; it deals with a wide range of literary issues, old and modern; translation program includes instruction in theory and hand-on training.
- Students focusing on literature find such topics as sociolinguistics and discourse analysis within their quest. Translation majors are motivated to think of literature as one possible translation domain.
- The program includes most up-to-date syntactic theory (minimalism); feminist issues; different types of translation, in addition to applied linguistics for students planning to take up teaching.
- Two labs help train students in various areas.
- Staff meetings are held to ensure the planning and continued development of courses to be taught, reviewing all relevant rules and policies of the department, assigning academic supervisors, and distributing workloads in consistence with the Department’s rules.
- Students are informed about the details of the courses through what is called the tutor’s syllabus, handed to them at the beginning of each semester. The syllabus contains course description, objectives, intended learning outcomes, textbooks, references and the main topics to be covered, assessment requirements and methods. Goals of the courses are framed in terms of expected learning outcomes i.e. what students should be able to know, do or transfer.
- The focus of academic work is on the generic or transferable skills like critical thinking, written and oral expression, research skills and team-working skills.
- The department provides adequate resources for the development, delivery and completion of all offered courses. Textbooks and up to date references are supplied to the students in collaboration with the library. The internet connection is made available till late in the afternoon to avoid difficulties relating to the limited number of seats in the computer lab.
- Students have weekly access (three hours/week) to relevant teaching staff to seek advice on individual courses. Courses containing diagnostic tools to enable early identification of students who are in need of additional support or assistance are given in a preparatory semester.
- Tutorials, presentations, group work and projects are given to create interactive learning environment. New technologies are used (like Data Show) to ensure more engagement for the students. Best practice in education will not be achieved unless the students share in the construction of educational activities energetically and wholeheartedly.
- Training, as work-experience learning, is part of the study in the department. The students are given (30) days training opportunities at different locales relevant to their studies.
- Seminars are held to enhance the skills of staff members.
- Assessments of the quality of student services are conducted on a regular basis.
- The faculty supplies the staff with information regarding continuous improvement in the programs offered, services provided and activities undertaken.
- The Program ensures that all staff and representative student associations are informed of and encouraged to participate in quality management processes.
- The faculty reviews its courses to ascertain how sufficiently flexible they are to accommodate the needs of students.
- The faculty is developing a more competitive and streamlined course and subject profile.
The Faculty of Languages and Communication is the bridge of knowledge to reach effective participation in the human knowledge. From this standpoint, the faculty is a center for facilitating cultural and intellectual communication – whether locally or internationally.
- English Language and Literature Program :
Literature is more than just stories written on pages. It is a cultural, political, and personal tool. Students will explore all the different artistic applications of the English Language, as well as study its scientific, theoretical, and historical background as the universal language of the modern world. Studying literature at AUM will open students up to different peoples, narratives, and emotions and will mold them into culturally aware, empathetic, and proactive communicators and analysts. Our graduates go on to pursue careers in media, education, NGO’s and governmental bodies, as well as in journalism, copywriting, creative writing, editing, administration and teaching.
- Translation Program :
Although translators are often working behind the scenes, they act as of one the most effective bridges between different peoples and cultures. The Translation program at AUM is designed to instill outstanding translation skills and competency in our students that will allow them to become productive translators with the knowledge to act as a key communicative asset in a wide range of professional sectors. Our graduates pursue careers.