Prof. Dr. Mona Al-Zayani: Building Competencies Capable of Meeting Future Challenges
Gulf University celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of students enrolled in the University of Northampton programs hosted on its campus, in the specializations of the Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering. The ceremony was held at the University of Northampton in the United Kingdom, in the presence of Prof. Dr. Mona bint Rashid Al-Zayani, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees and Chair of the Board of Directors of Gulf University, and Dr. Hesham Al-Morsafawi, Vice President for International and Administrative Affairs, along with a distinguished group of academics and international partners.
The ceremony highlighted the success of the academic partnership between Gulf University and the University of Northampton, aimed at enhancing the quality of engineering education and preparing students for global learning experiences that strengthen their career paths and build competencies capable of addressing future challenges in engineering and technology.
Prof. Dr. Mona bint Rashid Al-Zayani expressed her great pride in this achievement, affirming that the graduation of the first cohort of these engineering programs marks a qualitative step that strengthens Gulf University’s international standing. She said:
“At Gulf University, we believe that investing in human capital is the foundation for building advanced societies. The excellence we witness today from our students is the result of dedicated efforts and an ambitious vision to provide high-quality education aligned with top global standards and to offer students promising opportunities for a bright future.”
She added that the university is moving forward in expanding its international partnerships, noting that the upcoming stage will see the launch of new academic programs hosted in collaboration with the University of Northampton. This step aims to enrich the educational experience and meet the needs of local and regional labor markets.
As part of this partnership, Gulf University currently offers several academic programs hosted from the University of Northampton, including:
• Bachelor of Advertising and Digital Marketing
• Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
• Master’s in Human Resource Management
The university also aims to introduce additional hosted programs from the University of Northampton in the coming years, in alignment with student aspirations and evolving market demands.
Graduates expressed their gratitude for this exceptional educational experience. Student Fatima Al-Jowder said:
“Our years in the Northampton programs were filled with challenges, knowledge, and experiences that helped us grow academically and personally. We thank Gulf University for this opportunity that opened the doors of the world for us and prepared us for a bright, confident future.”
Student Salah Al-Ani also expressed pride in being part of this international program, affirming that the experience provided them with unique skills and a promising professional future.
Parents of the graduates expressed their heartfelt appreciation to Gulf University for this international partnership that provided their children with distinguished education and exceptional opportunities. They emphasized that the graduation day was a moment of pride and joy, reflecting the hard work of both the university and the students.
The ceremony concluded with the honoring of graduates amid a celebratory atmosphere filled with pride and achievement, affirming their readiness to embark on new career paths supported by solid education and a leading international partnership between Gulf University and the University of Northampton.
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