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About Us & the Campus
About Us
AFG College with the University of Aberdeen is a unique partnership between Al Faleh Educational Holding and the University of Aberdeen which opened its doors in September 2017. The establishment of the institution is a significant achievement as AFG College with the University of Aberdeen is the first British university at a dedicated campus offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees within the State of Qatar.
This exciting University project has been developed under the leadership of H.E. Dr Sheikha Aisha Bint Faleh Al Thani, who identified the need for increased capacity within higher education to support the Qatar National Vision 2030 and to contribute to the development of a stronger knowledge-based economy for the country.
The vision is to deliver an excellent UK higher education experience in Qatar with a strong emphasis on employability. The institution will embrace social inclusion and allow access to university education beyond the academic elite. The university partnership presents the opportunity for those students living and working in Qatar to access a British degree from one of the leading international universities, currently ranked in top 200 universities in the world, as per as Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2023. The vision includes the development of a regional research hub, drawing on the strengths of Aberdeen’s excellence in global academic research and working collaboratively with other Qatar based educational and institutional partners to contribute to the wider knowledge-based economy within the region.
Now in the fourth year of operation, AFG College with the University of Aberdeen will be developed in two phases. Phase one offers undergraduate degrees in Accountancy and Finance, Business Management, Business Management and Information System, Business Management and International Relation and Business Management and Legal Studies. In addition to, postgraduate degrees including MBA Master of Business Administration, MSc International Business Management, LLM International Commercial Law, iPGDE/MEd and MSc International Human Resource Management.
Phase two is the establishment of a large purpose-built university campus offering a range of academic disciplines, with a student capacity of over 4,000.
Since September 2020, AFG College with the University of Aberdeen has had over 600 enrolled students from over 20 nationalities across the globe, both AFG College and the University of Aberdeen are extremely proud to be part of the growing higher education community in Qatar.
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| H.E. Dr Sheikha Aisha bint Faleh Al Thani (Founder and Chairperson of Al Faleh Educational Holding) |
H.E. Sheikha Anwar bint Nawaf Al Thani |
Qatar campus
Find out about the campus in Doha.
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Campus facilities:
- Fully equipped learning resources centre
- IT suites
- Teaching and learning space, equipped with interactive screen technology
- Separate male and female health & fitness suites
- Prayer rooms, a refectory, student service hub and a range of internal and external student break out zones
In addition to the College’s on campus facilities in Doha, students enjoy access to the University of Aberdeen’s online learning portal.
- Health, support and wellbeing
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Are You or Someone You Know in Crisis?
If you are experiencing a crisis, emergency, or need urgent support, please dial 999.
From Sunday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm, you can speak to a Student Support Adviser from the Student Hub Team studenthub@afg-aberdeen.edu.qa.
Our Student Helpline is available 24 hours a day and offers free-of-charge and immediate emotional support.
The Helpline is provided by Spectrum Life, an independent organisation, offering in the moment counselling, as well as information and advice on a range of ‘life’ and wellbeing matters.
If you are feeling stressed, anxious or low, or are experiencing a difficult personal issue, you can speak directly to a counsellor at any time by phone or text. No appointment necessary.
- Student Helpline freephone number 00353 1518 0277
- Student Helpline WhatsApp - Text "Hi" to 00353 87 369 0010
The Spectrum Life service can be accessed by visiting universityofaberdeen.spectrum.life. You can create an account, using institutional code ABERDEEN and access the online chat facility where you can speak to a counsellor online 24 hours a day.
Domestic Abuse and Bullying
Anyone can be a victim of abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexuality or background. If you feel at risk of abuse or if you are worried about a loved one help and support is available.
You can speak to our wellbeing officer
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Use our online confidential tool to report any incidents or acts of harassment, bullying, violence, or targeted hate.
You have the right to be free from physical or verbal violence. If you need to report a crime call the Police on 999.
You will always be treated with respect and dignity during any contact with the police.
Medical Care
First Aid
If you or a fellow student is involved in an accident on the University Campus and require a First Aider, you should go to the nearest University building and ask for a First Aider.
First aider Location Mia Neri Villa 1 \ Upper Floor Sabra Hunais Villa 0 \ Lower Floor Cindy Canete Villa 0 \ Lower Floor Asiah Muaqat Villa 0 \ Lower Floor Reham Osman Villa 4 \ Upper Floor Razan Alwadi Villa 6 \ Upper Floor Masudul Haq Villa 7 \ Upper Floor If the accident is serious and/or life threatening, then you should dial 999 immediately.
Medical Clinic
The campus nurse is based on the upper floor of Richard LM Synge House (Villa 1) and can provide advice on health related issues.
Mental Health
University life can be busy so it’s important to protect our mental wellbeing. If you are struggling to sleep, feel low, or are not coping, help and support is available if you need it. It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.
If you have any concerns about your mental health, please send an email to wellbeing@afg-aberdeen.edu.qa
Staying Active
Looking after our physical health is an important part of our daily lives. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can boost energy, improve mood and prevent certain health conditions.
Regular exercise is important when you are studying as it improves your concentration; making you feel more alert and less fatigued so you can better focus on your learning.
We recommend you to use and benefit from our female/male fitness rooms:
- Female Fitness Room: Sir George Paget Thomson Building -Villa3, Lower Floor
- Male Fitness Room: Richard L M Synge House Building-Villa 1, Lower Floor
Be Well Podcast
Listen to our BeWell Podcast that focus on topical wellbeing issues from student pressure points to national wellbeing campaigns.
- Student support services
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- Students’ clubs and societies
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AUSA representatives visit the Doha campus during induction week and the Qatar Student Committee work with AUSA to coordinate events across the University’s campuses.
Clubs and societies are a key element of student life. At the Doha campus there are a number of clubs and societies. For example, the Arts and Crafts society, the Chess Club and the Finance Society.
Students are encouraged and supported to develop and society or club that they are interested in.
For more information please contact:
- Learning resources - Library
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With the main library at the University of Aberdeen, the LRC provides access to various online resources through electronic databases. The LRC also has a small, but growing collection of reference books for supplemental research. There are desktop computers, bookable study rooms, and a scanner/printer available.
Contact Information
Accessing Materials
Print Books
Online Materials