Mohammed VI Polytechnic University of Benguerir

Rabat, Morocco

Dates and Deadlines

Term:

Fall

Academic Year

Spring

Start Date

See Advisor

End Date

See Advisor

Deadline

2/15/2023

9/15/2023

Information

Area of Study:

Arabic, Economics, English, Foreign Languages and Literature (General/Other), French, International Studies, Law, Middle Eastern Studies, Political Science

Program Type:

Exchange

Language of Instruction:

Arabic, English, French

GPA:

2.75

Language Prerequisite:

General knowledge/interest to learn local language is preferred

Advisor Name:

Study Abroad Advisor

Advisor Email:

studyabd@unm.edu

Overview

This institution offers degree programmes centred on current social, political, economical and intercultural challenges of the Arab and Mediterranean World. UM6P academic programs are designed to be highly innovative and offers a world class education. This approach can be found in the academic offering, centred on the research-based system of learning, the importance of language and the interdisciplinary education from a personal, regional and global perspective. The professional interactions are characterized by strong partnerships with public policymakers, businesses, international agencies, nongovernmental organisations, the media and governmental institutions. The international input is visible in the dynamic exchange with internationally recognized academics experienced in the field of governance and world politics.

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Academics

Students will have access to subject courses taught in English, French or Arabic. The fields of teaching are as varied as Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, International Relations, Law, Political Sciences and History. Additionally, exchange students will be able to enroll in 4 hours per week of Arabic and/or French language instuction, plus 2 hours per week of Moroccan dialect courses included in the exchange.

NOTE: GEO works to provide the most accurate academic information for each program, but please confirm on the host institution website. This is particularly important for program dates, as study abroad students may be asked to arrive early for orientation, language immersion, or other activities.

Location

At the crossroads of Africa, Europe and the Arab world, Morocco's history is intertwined with that of Arab cultures, Berber and African. It is in this millennium that Morocco is Rabat, the center political and administrative Morocco. The architecture of the city illustrates the history of the Kingdom. Monuments built by the ancient dynasties alongside the Royal Palace, administrative buildings, downtown, neighborhoods built during the French protectorate side with the Medina International Students located close to the power centers (Ministries and Parliament) and the headquarters of many organizations such as UNDP, the World Bank and the World Health Organisation. Capital of the Kingdom since 1912, it is renowned for its relaxed lifestyle, away from the stressful cities like Casablanca and Marrakech. On the shores of the Atlantic, Rabat is also the residence of King Mohammed VI.

Housing

The cost of living in Rabat is reasonable in comparison to the costs of living in Europe or North America. The budget allocated to housing depends on the choice of the student. The accommodations available for students in student residences cost between 1 600 MAD per month for a single room with a kitchen area with 2 200 MAD for a double room (or 1 100 MAD per person in collocation). A deposit of approximately 2 000 MAD is requested by the student residence. Students wishing to live off campus may find housing with rents ranging from 1 500 MAD for a room in a shared flat and 5 000 MAD for a furnished apartment in the center city.

Links

Exchange Student Website: https://www.fgses-um6p.ma/notre-programme-echange-academique

University Website: https://www.um6p.ma/en