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On October 1st, the official opening ceremony of the American University of Technology took place in the capital of Uzbekistan. The university was established in collaboration with Arizona State University, which ranks 182nd in the Times Higher Education ranking, and the U.S.-based company Cintana Education. The new university was created with the goal of introducing advanced educational technologies and preparing specialists at the international level.
Main Objectives and Fields of Study
The university aims to train highly qualified specialists according to international standards in the following in-demand areas:
- Engineering;
- Healthcare;
- Information Technology;
- Architecture and Design;
- Economics and Finance;
- International Relations.
The goal of establishing this educational institution is to expand opportunities for high-quality higher education, introduce cutting-edge international practices into its educational programs, and cultivate new generations of specialists who can compete on the global stage.
Academic Programs and Prospects
In the 2024/2025 academic year, students will be able to enroll in undergraduate programs such as “International Trade” and “Software Engineering.” In the future, the university plans to expand its academic offerings, allowing graduates to obtain diplomas not only from Arizona State University but also from other leading U.S. universities.
Education at the American University of Technology will be fee-based, with admission criteria and tuition fees determined by the university administration.
Key Opportunities
One of the key aspects of the new university is its partnership with foreign universities, which will enable students to pursue joint educational programs under the “3+1” model for undergraduate studies (three years in Uzbekistan and one year abroad) and the “1+1” model for graduate studies (one year in Uzbekistan and one year in the U.S.). The university also plans to offer distance learning options.
The university will issue diplomas recognized both in Uzbekistan and the U.S., providing graduates with the opportunity to work both domestically and internationally.
Investments and Development
Cintana Education has committed to investing $50 million in the development of the university. From 2024 to 2030, $30 million will be invested, and an additional $20 million will be allocated from 2030 to 2035. At least 50% of these investments will be used to develop the university’s material and technical base.
In its initial phase, the university will be located at 1 Beshagach Street in Tashkent. However, by September 1, 2025, the university is expected to receive a dedicated land plot in Tashkent for the construction of a full-fledged campus.
Thus, the new American University of Technology promises to become a significant educational platform in Uzbekistan, offering students unique opportunities for learning and future professional development at the international level.
The text has been translated by AI. For more accurate information, please refer to the Russian version of the article