Global Liberal Arts American University of Beirut - Mediterraneo

Overview

The Global Liberal Arts course at American University of Beirut - Mediterraneo offers maximum intellectual freedom within a rigorous American liberal arts framework. Students design their own academic path by combining courses from across disciplines — humanities, social sciences, business, and technology — developing transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. Ideal for students with wide-ranging interests or those targeting emerging interdisciplinary careers. Located in Pafos, Cyprus, with a compulsory Beirut Residency adding a unique cross-cultural dimension.

This four-year BA is offered by AUB Mediterraneo, the Cyprus twin campus of the American University of Beirut. The programme is designed for students who want a broad, flexible, and interdisciplinary education across the humanities, social sciences, global citizenship, digital culture, research, and creative inquiry. Students build their own academic direction through electives, pathway advising, an individual inquiry project, and a senior thesis or project. Students graduate with a CYQAA-accredited degree from AUB Mediterraneo. Merit scholarships and need-based financial aid may be available.

Career pathways

• Law and legal studies

• Media, communication, and cultural production

• NGOs and international organizations

• Public service and advocacy

• Education and research

• Health-related and pre-med pathway