Frequently asked questions
The Open University works a little differently from other universities, which can sometimes be confusing. Here you’ll find answers to our most frequently asked questions.
- How OU Study Works
- Where and When You Can Study
- Planning Your Studies
- Exams,Assessments, and Placements
- Resources and Support Available
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Frequently asked questions(FAQ)
Afghanistan Open University (AOU) is a public-driven, nonprofit and charitable educational institution providing tuition-free, AI-powered education for Afghans.
AOU officially began its activities between 2022 and 2023.
AOU is public-driven and nonprofit, built by and for the Afghan community.
AOU is officially registered in the United Kingdom and Germany and listed with Companies House, ICO, and UKPRN.
English, Dari, and Pashto.
AOU aims to become Afghanistan’s leading tuition-free, AI-powered university and to democratize access to quality education for all Afghans.
Programs, Teaching & Certification
AOU offers schooling for girls (Grades 6–12), diploma programs, bachelor’s degrees, short-term courses, and selected master programs.
Medicine (MD), Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence, E-Commerce (BBA), and English Literature.
Nursing, Midwifery, IT, Web Development, Project Management, English Language, and Online Business, plus short certified courses.
Through an online LMS with live classes, recorded lectures, assignments, exams, projects, and presentations.
Yes. AOU supports flexible, self-paced and hybrid learning models.
Yes. All programs provide official certificates including student name, course, duration, and verification code.
Yes. AOU is accredited by QAHE and aligned with international standards.
Support, Resources & Access
Yes. AOU offers 100% free support services including self-paced courses, digital libraries, seminars, and career services.
Yes. AOU’s digital library has over 280,000 members and multilingual academic resources.
Yes. AOU regularly organizes online seminars and uses AI-powered educational tools.
All Afghans, regardless of gender or location, can study at AOU.
Yes. Students inside and outside Afghanistan are supported.
Through the official website, LMS platform, and verified social media channels.