FAQ
Postgraduate — Frequently Asked Questions
7 answered questions about Postgraduate, each with the source it was built from and the authority to confirm it with.
What are the basic requirements for a master's degree in Jordan?
Normally a recognised bachelor's degree plus the university and programme's academic, language and other requirements. Note that a recognised degree must also satisfy Jordanian recognition and equivalency requirements where the prior degree was obtained outside Jordan.
What are the basic requirements for a doctorate in Jordan?
Normally a recognised master's degree plus the doctoral programme's academic, research, language and other requirements, including supervision availability. Doctoral programmes are offered in selected disciplines rather than across the full range of fields.
Do postgraduate programmes require entrance exams or interviews?
Some programmes may require entrance tests, interviews, language tests, qualifying courses or other assessments. These are programme-specific, so check the individual programme's admission page rather than the university's general postgraduate statement.
Can I apply for a master's degree with a foreign bachelor's degree?
Yes, if the degree is recognised and satisfies the university's and Jordan's recognition/equivalency requirements. The equivalency determination is a separate step from the university's own admission decision, and both must be satisfied.
Can I study a master's degree in a different field from my bachelor's?
Sometimes, depending on the programme's prerequisites, related-major rules, bridging requirements and university regulations. Crossing fields is more feasible in some disciplines than others, and prerequisite coursework is often required.
Can I study part-time, or attend evening classes, in Jordan?
Part-time study availability depends on the institution and programme, and some institutions and programmes offer evening schedules, with availability varying by semester. Many universities also offer an optional summer semester. Confirm directly with the university, since these arrangements are programme-level.
Can I study online at a Jordanian university?
Online, blended and distance-learning availability depends on the institution, the programme and current regulatory approvals. This matters beyond convenience: recognition of distance qualifications varies between countries, so verify the exact programme and how the qualification will be recognised where you intend to use it before enrolling.
Sources & verification
Priority order: official Jordanian government authorities → official institution websites → accreditation organisations → official ranking organisations → Visit Jordan → other reliable sources. Claims that could not be verified from these are marked as unverified rather than presented as fact.
- Jordan Ministry of Education https://moe.gov.jo/
- Jordan Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research https://mohe.gov.jo/EN/
- Higher Education Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission https://www.heac.org.jo/
- Recognition & Certificates Equivalency Directorate https://rce.mohe.gov.jo/en/
- Study in Jordan (national higher-education portal) https://studyinjordan.jo/