The British University in Egypt

Overview

The British University in Egypt (BUE) is a private, non-profit university located in El Sherouk City, Cairo Governorate, Egypt. Established in 2005 through cooperation between the Egyptian and UK governments, the university was created to provide a British-style higher education experience while addressing the needs of the Egyptian and regional labor markets. BUE offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across a wide range of disciplines, including engineering, dentistry, pharmacy, business administration, economics, political science, informatics and computer science, nursing, law, media and communication, arts and design, and energy and environmental engineering. Its academic model emphasizes critical thinking, practical learning, research, and industry engagement, with many programs developed in collaboration with leading UK universities. The university maintains partnerships with several British institutions, enabling curriculum development, quality assurance, staff collaboration, and opportunities for student mobility and dual degrees. BUE is also active in scientific research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, contributing to Egypt's higher education sector and supporting sustainable development initiatives through academic, research, and industry collaborations.