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Lebanese International University

Beirut, Lebanon Founded 2001 World Rank #3222

Overview

English Name: Lebanese International University
Local Name: الجامعة اللبنانية الدولية
Acronyms: LIU, ["LIU"]
Founded: 2001
Control Type: Private
World Rank: #3222
Rank in Lebanon: #6
Motto: Together Towards a Better Future
Colours: Navy blue and yellow
Lebanese International University institutional logo

Established in 2001, the Lebanese International University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Beirut (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants).

This institution also has branch campuses in Tripoli, Saida, Bekaa, Nabatieh, Riyadh, Sana'a, Aden, Abu Dhabi, Damascus, Cairo and Alexandria. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Education et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Liban (Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Lebanon), Lebanese International University (LIU) is a very large-sized coeducational Lebanese higher education institution.

Lebanese International University (LIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 23-year-old Lebanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

LIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Where Lebanese International University sits geographically, plus the contact channels students use during admissions. Alumni-office inquiries are separate from admissions and have their own contact page.

Address: Mouseitbeh P.O. Box 146404, Mazraa
Other Sites: Also campuses in Bekaa, Halba - Akkar, Mount Lebanon, Nabatieh, Rayak, Saida, Tripoli, Tyre
Map:
Phone: +961 (1) 706 883
Fax: +961 (1) 706 883

Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Lebanese International University: scale, staffing balance, and accreditation context. These shape the academic experience more than headline rankings often suggest.

Academic Year: October to June
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Higher Education
Admission Requirements: Graduation from High School or equivalent secondary school certificate; entrance examination in English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics
Total Students: 35,536
Student Enrollment: 30
Full-Time Academic Staff: 222
Academic Staff with Doctorate: 577
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Academic Structures

Below is the academic-unit breakdown for Lebanese International University. Inter-faculty credit transfer rules vary; check whether modules outside your home faculty count toward your degree before enrolling.

Unit 5 items
  • School of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Engineering
  • School of Pharmacy

Degrees

Also Graduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's 46 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Accountancy
  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Banking
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Biomedicine
  • Business Computing
  • Chemistry
  • Communication Arts
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Dietetics
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Educational Technology
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Finance
  • Food Science
  • Food Technology
  • Foreign Languages Education
  • Graphic Design
  • Hotel Management
  • Humanities and Social Science Education
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics Education
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Nutrition
  • Pharmacy
  • Physics
  • Preschool Education
  • Public Relations
  • Radio and Television Broadcasting
  • Science Education
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Teacher Training
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Translation and Interpretation
Master's 22 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Accountancy
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Curriculum
  • Education
  • Educational Administration
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Finance
  • Food Technology
  • Foreign Languages Education
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Information Management
  • Information Technology
  • Marketing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Telecommunications Engineering
Doctoral 1 program

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Pharmacy
Diploma & Certificate 1 program

Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.

  • Teacher Training

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministère de l'Education et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Liban.

Mauritania (Campus Abroad) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Applied Linguistics
  • Business Computing
  • Computer Science
  • English
  • Finance
  • International Business
  • Translation and Interpretation
Senegal (Campus Abroad) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • (Dakar)
Yemen (Campus Abroad) 12 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Graphic Design
  • Information Technology
  • Interior Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Pharmacy
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Telecommunications Engineering
Arts and Sciences (School) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Communication Arts
  • Computer Science
  • Fine Arts
  • Food Science
  • Information Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Nutrition
  • Physics

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Business (School) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Banking
  • Business Computing
  • Finance
  • Hotel Management
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Education (School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education
  • English
  • Foreign Languages Education
  • Teacher Training
  • Translation and Interpretation

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (School) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Telecommunications Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Pharmacy (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Pharmacy

Common Career Paths

  • Pharmacist
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

The programme finder below covers every degree Lebanese International University currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.

Bachelor's Degree

39 programmes

Lebanese International University's 39 programmes at this tier lead to a bachelor's qualification, the first full degree most students pursue and the usual prerequisite for master's-level entry.

BSc in Computer Engineering Computer Sciences
BSc in Communication Engineering Communication Studies
BSc in Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering
BSc in Electronics Engineering Robotics & Automation
BSc in Biomedical Engineering Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
BSc in Industrial Engineering Industrial & Systems Engineering
BSc in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
BSc in Surveying Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
BBA in International Business Management (WORMS) International Business
Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Education in Teacher Education (Biology – Chemistry) Chemistry
Bachelor of Education in Teacher Education (Physics – Mathematics) Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language English Language Studies
Bachelor of Translation and Interpretation Translation & Interpreting
Bachelor of Pharmacy Pharmacy
Bachelor of Graphic Design Visual Arts
Bachelor of Communication Arts - Journalism Communication Studies
Bachelor of Communication Arts - Public Relations Communication Studies
Bachelor of Communication Arts - Radio and Television Media Studies & Mass Media
Bachelor of Biochemistry Biochemistry
Bachelor of Biology Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Chemistry Chemistry
Bachelor of Computer Science Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Information Technology Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Food Technology Food Science
Bachelor of Mathematics Mathematics
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Physics Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Communication Arts - Advertising Advertising & Digital Marketing
Bachelor of Interior Design Interior Design
BBA in Accounting Information Systems Information Systems & Technology
BBA in Economics Economics
BBA in Banking and Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
BBA in Hospitality and Tourism Management Tourism & Leisure
BBA in Business Management Business & Management
BBA in Management Information Systems Information Systems & Technology
BBA in Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing
BBA in International Business Management International Business

Master's Degree

14 programmes

Lebanese International University lists 14 programmes awarding a master's — the tier where graduates build the specialist credentials many senior and technical roles now expect.

MS in Electronics Engineering – Biomedical Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master of Business Administration Business Administration
MBA in Management (WORMS) Business & Management
MS in Computer and Communications Engineering Communication Studies
MS in Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering
MS in Electronics Engineering Robotics & Automation
MS in Industrial Engineering Industrial & Systems Engineering
MS in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
MS in Surveying Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
Masters of Education in Educational Management Business & Management
Masters of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language English Language Studies
Master of Computer Science Computer Sciences
Master of Food Technology Food Science
Master of Science in Applied Mathematics Mathematics

Doctorate

1 programme

Lebanese International University offers 1 programme at doctoral level — the highest academic tier, centred on original research that contributes new knowledge to a field.

Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

1 programme

These 1 programme group Lebanese International University's shorter and preparatory qualifications together: associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and foundation courses that suit focused or transitional study.

Teaching Diploma in Education Education & Teaching

How to apply to Lebanese International University

Application guidance for Lebanese International University, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Lebanese International University's catalogue includes 55 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Lebanese International University's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Submit your completed application through Lebanese International University's official website at www.liu.edu.lb. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +961 (1) 706 883. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lebanese International University

Quick answers to the most common questions about Lebanese International University — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

When was Lebanese International University founded?

Lebanese International University was established in 2001 (approximately 25 years ago).

Where is Lebanese International University located?

Lebanese International University is located in Beirut, Lebanon.

What is Lebanese International University's control type?

Lebanese International University operates as a private institution.

What is the student enrolment at Lebanese International University?

Student enrolment at Lebanese International University is around 30,000-34,999.

Where does Lebanese International University stand in university rankings?

Lebanese International University holds rank #3222 globally and #6 in Lebanon.

What programmes are available at Lebanese International University?

Lebanese International University delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

How many faculties does Lebanese International University have?

The institution comprises 5 academic units.

Is Lebanese International University officially recognised?

Yes, Lebanese International University is recognised by Ministry of Higher Education.

What is Lebanese International University's official website?

Lebanese International University's official website is www.liu.edu.lb.

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