About Qatar University
Founded in 1973, Qatar University is the country's only public research university, located on the northern outskirts of Doha. Originally established as the College of Education, it has evolved into a comprehensive institution offering diverse academic programs across twelve colleges. The university has grown significantly since its inception, gaining prominence in academic excellence and research, particularly in the MENA region. Qatar University operates as an autonomous body governed by a board of regents who report to the Emir
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3,758
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Accreditations and Rankings
122
QS World Ranking
9,538
Total enrollment
3,758
International students
Accreditations and Rankings
Qatar University Highlights
Career Outcomes and Placement Information
The Career Development Center at Qatar University provides comprehensive support to students through various services and programs. The center focuses on three main areas: career counseling, employer relations, and student employment programs. It offers professional development services and prepares students to compete for the best career opportunities in their fields. The center specializes in providing QU students with employment opportunities during their studies and assists with sponsorship, internship, and full-time job placements. Through numerous career-related resources, programs, and activities, the center helps students transition successfully from academic life to professional careers
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
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Maryam Abdulla Al Thani serves as the Head of Reference and Information Services at Qatar University Library, bringing a unique blend of industry and academic expertise to her role. Her educational background includes a BA in International Relations from Qatar University and a master's degree in Library and Information Studies from University College London, where her dissertation focused on information-seeking behavior in Qatar's energy sector. Her professional experience spans both the oil and gas industry, where she specialized in data analysis, and academic librarianship, where she now leads information retrieval and research support services. Her academic interests encompass Gulf region studies with a particular focus on Qatar, combining her international relations background with her expertise in information science to enhance library services and research support for university stakeholders.
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Professor Saif Shaheen Al-Murikhi is a prominent academic who has made significant contributions to Islamic economic history and Gulf studies. After earning his Ph.D. in Islamic economic history from the University of Manchester in 1993, he dedicated over 26 years to teaching at Qatar University, where he taught a comprehensive range of courses including Islamic Civilization, Economic and Social History of the Islamic World, and Historiography. His research expertise focuses on the economic, social, and cultural history of the Gulf region, with particular emphasis on medieval Qatar. His scholarly achievements include multiple books and refereed articles, and he has secured several research grants from the Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF). A notable achievement was his leadership of a three-year project (2016-2019) studying the lexical and toponymical aspects of Beth Qatraye, which resulted in two significant publications: "Beth Qatraye A Lexical and Toponymical Survey" and "The Syriac and Arabic Lexicon of Hasan Bar Bahlul."
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Dr. Shaikha Al-Kuwari is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Qatar University, whose research bridges the gap between cultural studies and healthcare delivery. After earning her Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Florida in 2018, she has focused on developing innovative approaches to understanding the intersection of culture and health. Her groundbreaking work aims to create cultural models for medical illnesses, utilizing advanced social science methodologies to develop culture-based precision medication approaches. Her research goal is to revolutionize healthcare delivery by incorporating cultural considerations into medical treatments, ultimately providing more effective and culturally sensitive healthcare solutions.
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Dr. Muntasir Al-Hamad is an Associate Professor of Arabic at Qatar University's Arabic for Non-Native Speakers Center (ANNS) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). His academic journey includes positions as a lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University and director of the Amstone Project on Abrahamic Religions at the University of Manchester, followed by a visiting professorship at Georgetown University in Qatar. His expertise spans teaching Arabic as a second/foreign language, Semitic studies, and communication semiotics, making him a sought-after consultant and trainer for various educational and governmental institutions worldwide. His scholarly contributions include numerous books and translations in his field, while his research focuses on comparative Semitic languages syntax, grammar, and regional history. His work has significantly influenced Arabic language pedagogy and Semitic studies, particularly in understanding the relationship between Arabic and Nabataean languages.
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Dr. Alaa Ibrahim is an Associate Professor of Arabic at Qatar University's Arabic for non-Native Speakers Center (ANNS) and a visiting professor at Georgetown University in Qatar. With seventeen years of expertise in teaching Arabic to non-native speakers, he has established himself as a leading authority in Arabic language pedagogy and cultural studies. His academic contributions include fourteen books and numerous peer-reviewed articles, while his innovative work includes partnering with Al Jazeera Network to create "Conversational Situations," an interactive visual learning series. Before joining Qatar University, he served as an assistant professor at Ain Shams University in Egypt and has worked as a consultant for various higher education institutions, focusing on active learning strategies and online learning applications. His research excellence has been recognized through multiple international, regional, and local awards for critical research and creative writing, while he serves as an external reviewer and editorial board member for several scientific journals and Arabic periodicals
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Dr. Mohamed Abubakr Al-Musleh is an Associate Professor and Assistant Dean at the College of Sharia and Islamic Studies at Qatar University, where he has made significant contributions to Islamic education and curriculum development. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from the University of Birmingham (2008), a Master's degree from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London (2002), and a Bachelor's degree in Sharia and Islamic Studies from Qatar University (1991). As a faculty member in the Department of Creed and Da'wah, he has played a pivotal role in developing numerous courses and conducting valuable research in Islamic culture and educational foundations. His work focuses on bridging traditional Islamic studies with contemporary educational methodologies, contributing significantly to the field's advancement through his research publications and curriculum development initiatives.
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Dr. Mourad Laabdi is an Assistant Professor of Islamic Culture at the College of Sharia and Islamic Studies at Qatar University. His extensive academic background includes a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from the University of Toronto and dual master's degrees in Cultural Analysis from the University of Amsterdam and Cultural Studies from Université Mohamed Ben Abdellah in Fes. His research expertise centers on premodern Islamic intellectual history, with particular focus on juristic disagreement and the social construction of religious diversity in premodern Muslim societies. His scholarly contributions have been published in prestigious international journals including the Oxford Journal of Islamic Studies, Islam and Muslim-Christian Relations, and the American Journal of Islam and Society, establishing him as a significant voice in the study of religious diversity and Islamic cultural history
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Dr. Zakaryya Mohamed Abdel-Hady is an Associate Professor of Islamic Thought and Culture at Qatar University's College of Sharia and Islamic Studies, with a Ph.D. from the University of Glasgow (1997). His academic journey includes positions as a research fellow at the Universities of Glasgow and Abertay Dundee before establishing his career in the UAE and Qatar. His research portfolio spans critical contemporary issues including gender studies, Islamophobia, Muslim representation in media, and the impact of Islamic beliefs on social behavior. He has published extensively in both Arabic and English through prestigious international journals and publishers like Springer, while securing numerous research grants from Qatar University and the Qatar National Research Fund. Beyond academia, he has served in key leadership positions including Department Chair of Dawah and Islamic Culture, while maintaining a significant media presence through contributions to Al-Jazeera English, Chicago Public Radio, and Qatar Radio, making him a prominent voice in both academic and public discourse on Islamic studies and contemporary Muslim issues.