B.A. in Public Policy

• Provide high-quality training in public policymaking, public service and institutions that aim at serving public interest.
• Sensitize students to the complexity of the decision-making process in public policy and administration.
• Develop decision-making skills in public policymaking.
• Nurture a sense of ethical conduct and responsibility in public service and administration.
• Develop opportunities for students to contribute to public policymaking.

• Enhanced public service and management skills.
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to deal with complex public policy problems.
• Acquisition of first-rate research skills in various areas of public policymaking.
• Appreciation for the intricacies of public policymaking and the complexity of organizations involved in implementing public programs.
• Familiarity with best practices in public policy and administration.

The course structure of the Public Policy Program is divided as follows:

Requirements	Type	No. of Courses	Credit Hours
General Education	Compulsory	10	30
Core	Compulsory	28	84
Free Elective		2	6
Total		40	120

The study plan summarizes the course’s subject requirements and indicates when planned subjects should be studied.

With a degree in Public Policy, you can work as:

• Project Manager:
  Plan and designate resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed of projects for the government, non-governmental organisations and international organizations.
• Policy Advisor:
  Track and report policy developments of the state, regional states, donors and international organizations before making recommendations on how these effect your organization’s work.
• Lobbyist:
  Work for an association, corporation, or non-profit organization to convince government members to make a decision that would benefit the organization or company you represent.
• Journalist:
  Collect, verify, produce, distribute and communicate information regarding current events, trends, and issues associated with government policy.
• Politician:
  Represent your constituents’ best interests by seeking to influence public policy and effectively communicate government policy.
• Communication specialist:
  Prepare detailed media reports, press releases, social media campaigns for a government, corporation or non-profit organization.

You can set your study pace according to your circumstances and convenience:

• Minimum 3.5 years, upon the successful completion of 12 courses per year.
• Standard 4 years, upon the successful completion of 10 courses per year.
• Maximum 5 years, upon the successful completion of 8 courses per year.

* This study duration does not include English language courses.

Academic Year Breakdown:

Semester	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Type
Fall	30 August	6 December	14 weeks	Mandatory
Spring	10 January	22 April	14 weeks	Mandatory
Summer	June	August	8 weeks	Optional

* The start and end dates are subject to changes.

Semester:

Instructional period of 14 weeks plus a final examination period offered twice a year (referred to as Fall and
Spring semester). Additional instructional periods include intersessions and Summer sessions.

The American University of Kurdistan’s annual tuition fees per academic program is 8000$ (for 30 credits). However, self-funded students can benefit from a newly implemented 15% discount on the tuition fees. This discount does not apply to international students. For self-funded students and those awarded Merit Scholarships, the below tuition rates apply:

Baccalaureate %	Annual tuition fees payment	Annual tuition fees payment after 15% discount (NEW)	Scholarship
98.0 – 100	$0	–	Mustafa Barzani Merit Scholarship
90.00 – 97.99	$2,500	$2,150	Chairman Masrour Barzani Merit Scholarship*
80.00 – 89.99	$5,000	$4,250	Board of Trustees Merit Scholarship*
<79.99	$8,000	$6,800
International Students	$10,000	Not Applicable

• The above rates are applicable for students register for courses at AUK from January, 2021.
• Annual tuition is based on registration as a full-time student and the successful completion of 30 credits.
• Only a limited number of Merit Scholarships are available.
• The American University of Kurdistan accepts students receiving Political
  Prisoners Aid and Martyrs Aid. Learn more about how you can finance your education.
• Tuition fees installments are paid per semester.
• Other fees are applicable.

National students graduated from one of the following:

• High School: Arts or Science

Learn more about admissions requirements for International Students, Transfer of Credits and Readmission.

• Students must be high school or Institute graduates.
• Proof of English Proficiency. Learn more about our English language requirements and exemptions.

Students majoring in Business Management, have the option to earn a minor degree in the below programs:

• Accounting & Finance Management
• Business Management
• Oil & Gas Management
• Information Science
• Environmental Science
• International Studies
• Public Policy
• Security & Strategic Studies

In case of inquires you can email our admissions office on admissions@auk.edu.krd
and/or call us on 07517414102/07517414103 (Viber/WhatsApp), during working hours from Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:00pm