General University Requirements Center

The University of Jordan is committed to fostering the intellectual and cultural development of its students, encouraging broad perspectives, diverse interests, and interdisciplinary knowledge. This commitment reflects the university’s vision of cultivating a global and well-rounded mindset among students, who serve as the foundation of their society, nation, and the broader Arab and global communities. Among them will emerge future leaders in politics, engineering, philosophy, medicine, education, and other fields, ensuring progress across generations. To support this vision, the university has implemented strategic plans for its general education curriculum, incorporating a diverse range of mandatory and elective courses. These courses are designed to enhance students’ academic and personal development, equipping them with critical thinking skills and a broad intellectual foundation. Beyond academic excellence, the curriculum also aims to shape students' character, instill strong ethical values, and foster a sense of responsible citizenship rooted in Arab-Islamic culture. In 2017, the University of Jordan adopted this curriculum and established the University Requirements Coordination Office. Later, in 2023, the university founded the General University Requirements Center in alignment with the regulations of the Higher Education Accreditation Commission and international best practices. The center was established to oversee, coordinate, and deliver university requirement courses. Since its inception, the center’s administration has worked to refine and enhance curricula, ensuring alignment with both local and global academic trends. This initiative aims to provide students with accurate knowledge and well-rounded perspectives, fostering intellectual growth while promoting a sense of belonging and responsibility toward their homeland. The administration has also focused on enhancing the center’s efficiency by assembling a team of distinguished faculty members and experts. Currently, the center supervises approximately 20,000 students per semester across various disciplines, supported by a dedicated team of around 200 lecturers. Through these efforts, the General University Requirements Center continues to play a vital role in preparing students to become knowledgeable, ethical, and engaged members of society, ready to contribute to both national and global progress.