Atlantic International University

The University of the Future is an institution that frees its students to discover their passion in life and find their purpose while contributing to solving the world’s problems sustainably and respecting human rights. Such a university recognizes the strength that is found in bringing to light and championing what makes each university participant Unique and Unrepeatable. Energized and inspired by finding their true purpose (dharma), academic progress becomes effortless and flows naturally from the individual to the creation and manifestation of their vision and goals.

In inspiring students to achieve their optimal self we ask them to take the AIU pledge of giving back to their families, community, country and the world. To consider what they wish their legacy to be and their purpose in life. One option is to integrate the 17 UNESCO 2030 goals into their work and projects, seeking out synergies that will help them and also work towards or contribute towards those goals.

The University of the Future recognizes that learning is a lifelong process and that individuals must be equipped with the tools to do so autonomously and gain expertise in many areas (omniology). Omniologists, those who bring to bear multidisciplinary knowledge and skills can become poles for growth and opportunity for others as they bring together the people and technology to present sustainable solutions and innovation. AIU’s andragogic open learning programs instill in each participant the confidence and skills to become a University of One, capable of thriving in today’s fast changing borderless globalized world and taking leadership in innovation and megatrends without the need to go back to school or college.

There is no standardized one-fits-all curriculum at AIU. You will not find a course curriculum or text book to follow. Time is not a limiting factor to your academic journey at AIU, neither are semesters or quarters. AIU brings forth an asynchronous, andragogic open learning playground where you can become your optimal self by tapping into what makes you unique and unrepeatable. To solve the problems our society faces today each of us needs to contribute. One way is by learning about the UNESCO 2030 and identifying how your special talents can be deployed to contribute to one or more of the 17 goals. All disciplines, majors and areas of study can find a home in one or more of the sustainable development goals, joining this critical mission synchronizes you with a strong current of global efforts underway and in need participants to succeed. You will become a University of One and take a leading role in the determination of the content of the program to generate deep learning, emotional involvement and a real desire to learn. The AIU Virtual Campus and its more than 25 tools to facilitate student advancement and engagement is one of the four pillars supporting your optimal development.

The ethos described is not a new concept for AIU or its participants. Since 1998 more than ten thousand graduates have changed their lives and contribute meaningfully to their communities, country and the world. The Mission and vision statements of the university have remained constant and unchanged, counterintuitively gaining relevance over the passage of time. AIU offers a sustainable educational design based on Andragogy and Omniology seeking to empower students to create opportunities in their countries and communities while acknowledging what makes them unique. This unique ethos and educational philosophy pioneered by AIU has gained momentum in the past decade with mainstream academia. Open learning is now offered by select top institutions worldwide along with AIU. Microlearning, gamification, personalized curriculum, deep and practical learning options have exploded, giving participants skills that are in demand and part of megatrends that they are hungry to acquire. Those are the characteristics of the AIU online university program. Standing in stark contrast to the theoretical, antiquated one fits all approach that is the gold standard followed by the vast majority of the more than twenty-five thousand universities in existence worldwide. We are proud to be pioneers in this evolution of higher education and in providing the tools, environment and support for the success of our students.