Established in 2004, the Applied Science University (ASU) is licensed by the Higher Education Council and one of the first private universities in Bahrain to teach in both Arabic and English. With it's purpose built iconic campus theASU is ranked 1st in Bahrain by the QS and 23rd out of over 1,000 universities in the Arab World. The University aims to promote entrepreneurship and reinforce theoretical knowledge with the practical skills required for career success. The University, offers students a high quality learning experience in partnership with leading UK institutions such as London Southbank University.