Dr. Al Ansari: Postgraduate Programs are the Primary Source of Scientific Research at the University of Bahrain

During the Orientation Program for New Master’s and PhD Students…
Dr. Al Ansari: Postgraduate Programs are the Primary Source of Scientific Research at the University of Bahrain
Dr. Al Mousawi Confirms Continuous Curriculum Development to Meet Labor Market Needs

The President of the University of Bahrain, Dr. Fuad Mohammed Al Ansari emphasized the importance of postgraduate studies as the primary source of scientific research for the national university. He pointed to the continuous steady growth in the number of postgraduate programs offered by the University across various colleges to meet the requirements of sustainable development.

Dr. Al Ansari urged students from all disciplines to focus on the quality and competence of scientific research, affirming the University’s aspiration to develop postgraduate studies to make education smoother and more flexible. This would allow students to enjoy a comfortable university life, enabling them to focus their efforts on study and research, and ultimately produce outstanding scientific work.

The Deanship of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research organized the orientation day program for new postgraduate students in collaboration with the University’s colleges. The event was attended by Vice-Presidents, Deans, Department Heads, faculty members, and postgraduate students.

The Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dr. Athraa Sayed Abbas Almosawi, affirmed that postgraduate programs are among the most important tributaries of scientific research. Therefore, the University is keen to enhance postgraduate studies and develop their curricula to align with labor market needs, striving to increase the competence and distinction of its graduates.

Dr. Al Mousawi urged new students to benefit as much as possible from the scientific and academic skills offered by the postgraduate programs, focusing on honing their scientific research skills and choosing their research topics from pressing societal issues that require solutions.

She stressed the importance of this phase, stating: “The study period is an investment in oneself, through focusing on the fields of research and scientific publication, benefiting from the diversity of opinions in the classroom, exchanging experiences among colleagues, and developing skills.”

Students were introduced to the activities of the Deanship of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, study regulations and requirements, in addition to the various services provided by the University.

Regarding the postgraduate system, the Head of the Postgraduate Studies Department at the Deanship, Dr. Tawfiq Abdul Moneim, emphasized the importance of adhering to the study plan and maintaining continuous communication with committee chairs to successfully complete this stage. He provided an overview of the Deanship’s and committees’ roles, the study system, and academic degrees.

Attendees also learned, through a short film, about the experiences of postgraduate graduates and their opinions on this stage. The graduates emphasized the importance of Master’s and PhD programs in activating acquired knowledge, the importance of working on applicable scientific research, and refining personal and professional skills.

Additionally, a discussion panel highlighted key features of studying in the University’s colleges. Representatives of postgraduate studies from the academic faculty answered student questions about participating in the activities of the Deanship of Scientific Research, such as training workshops, forums, annual conferences, and scientific research publications. They also addressed student inquiries regarding selecting a thesis topic, its preparation, and its controls, to produce an outstanding scientific dissertation worthy of publication.

 

 

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