Doha: The University of Calgary in Qatar (UCQ) hosted approximately 200 students in a series of introductory school visits, launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.
The initiative is a major step into showcasing nursing studies and educating students about the importance of scientific and technological disciplines for meeting the needs of the Qatar labour market, thus achieving the goals and objectives of the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030. The informative and interactive visits took place recently at UCQ’s campus and welcomed boys and girls from 10 different schools.
“We are very excited to collaborate with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education on this great initiative to introduce our programs and showcase the significant role that we play in educating and preparing the future nurse leaders in Qatar,” explained Dr. Deborah White, Dean and Professor, UCQ.
“This initiative presents a great opportunity for UCQ to motivate young students and give them a clear idea of what it means to become a nurse and the instrumental role that nurses play in supporting the country’s health vision and aspirations.”
The introductory school visits included a tour of the campus and a series of workshops and presentations by Dr. Deborah White and the Student and Enrolment Services team. Participating students engaged in interactive sessions and experimental activities as they explored UCQ’s Experiential Learning Center, Simulation Center and laboratory. Sessions and tours were held in smaller groups and social distancing measures were implemented in line with COVID-19 precautionary procedures and protocols.
Commenting on the initiative, Director of Student and Enrolment Services Dr. Mohamoud Adam said, “It was wonderful having the students on our campus.
The State of Qatar is fortunate to have such talented and gifted students in their education system and future labor market. I would like to thank the Ministry of Education and Higher Education for launching this successful initiative.”
This initiative is a major step into promoting the new college majors that will fulfil the needs of the job market in the 22nd century. The Ministry, represented by the Academic and Career Counselling office – Department of Educational Guidance in the Education Affairs Sector, has launched the initiative in partnership with leading universities and educational institutions in Qatar.
Ahmed Nasser Al Balam, Department head at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education , expressed his gratitude to all the participating schools and said, “The Minister of Education and Higher Education has launched this initiative to introduce students to the various scientific and technological disciplines and professions.
"I would like to thank the University of Calgary in Qatar for its continued collaboration and for giving students the opportunity to learn more about nursing which is one of the most in-demand professions in Qatar.”
