Jordan University of Science and Technology

Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) is a comprehensive, state-supported university located on the outskirts of Irbid, in northern Jordan, 70km north Amman, the capital city of Jordan. JUST was established in 1986 as an autonomous national institute of higher education with the main objective of producing outstanding professionals in specializations that match the needs of Jordan and the region.

Since its establishment, JUST has been at the forefront of higher learning in the Arab World. It also maintains a high reputation among the Middle Eastern universities due to its faculty and administrative staff, multi-disciplinary educational system and broad diversity of students. The university was described as the best scientific institution in the Kingdom by King Abdullah II during his last visit, and it was ranked as the top research university in the country, and amongst the top 50 universities in the Islamic World, according to a study carried out by the Statistical, Economic and Social Research and Training Center for Islamic Countries (SESRIC).

JUST is considered today as one of the region's leading universities in teaching and research. The number of students has increased significantly since the university’s establishment. Today JUST has more than 800 full-time faculty members, with 20,000 undergraduate and 1800 graduate students, in contrast to 2,300 students in the 1986/1987 academic year. JUST comprises more than 5,000 international students of 60 nationalities, rendering it the most cultural-diverse university in Jordan.

The university provides a wide range of advanced degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, many of them are not offered by any other Jordanian university. At the present time, the university comprises 12 faculties (Medicine, Engineering, Science & Arts, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Architecture, Information Technology, Applied Sciences, Nursing and Graduate Studies) and 55 departments offering 42 undergraduate programs and 95 postgraduate programs. These programs are constantly reviewed to improve their quality and to ensure that the students are always updated with the latest scientific skills and knowledge. All departments, faculties and service units are working together to ensure that the education we offer is both supportive and rewarding.

In 2011, Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST) has begun to make its mark in the QS World University Rankings which, in return, placed JUST at 601+ according to the QS World University Ranking System. JUST has been ranked 301 according to the following indicators: academic reputation, reviews by recruiters who hire JUST graduates, faculty student ratio, citations of published research. In addition, the university was ranked 71 in recruiting top quality international students.

Internationalization is an essential element for the future development of Jordan University of Science and Technology. JUST is advancing its internationalization through the implementation of advanced science and technology, modern communication technologies, and through interaction with communities around the world.

Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) is a leading teaching and research center in Jordan and in the Middle East. Our outstanding students, alongside our faculty, make JUST a distinguished institution of higher education. JUST is impact on science and technology has been felt locally and regionally, our reputable graduates occupy vital positions in medical professions, engineering, architecture, agriculture, sciences, computer science and information technology.

At JUST, we are devoted to providing our students with top-quality education in all fields of science and technology. We offer a challenging intellectual environment with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Students can choose from a number of academic specializations that fit their individual needs. Our student body comes from different nationalities which fosters a highly diverse culture on our campus; about one fourth of them are international students.

JUST attracts and retains outstanding faculty and administrative staff who are well recognized in their fields. Our faculty comprises multifaceted staff who have varied experience. We are honored to have such distinguished members who have made key contributions in their fields.

Our university is modern in terms of facilities and resources that serve both teaching and research. JUST is always committed to the improvement of all facilities that will provide the environment and opportunities for the students to excel in their study. These improvements include equipping the labs, scientific utilities and research centers with the most advanced technological means of education.

In addition to its role as an institute of higher education, JUST has always committed itself to serve the community in every way possible. Many of the activities carried out by our faculty members and staff are intended to serve the local community in Jordan. We invite you to come explore JUST through our website to learn about our educational programs and research activities. Be sure that JUST is the place to pursue your future career and fulfill your dreams. Together, we hope we can all fulfill the mission of the university, to have graduates that make a difference in their communities and their country.

The university mission is to graduate qualified students with professional skills that meet the needs of the labor market, enable graduates to compete nationally, regionally, and internationally by creating the enabling environment that stimulates learning, and creative thinking and enriching the cultural diversity. The university is further committed to strengthen the role of scientific research and development, innovation, and creativity in achieving the objectives of the sustainable development and to contribute to the scientific achievements on the international arena and to create successful international partnerships.​