QU and UM Malaysia renew collaboration activities

Qatar University (QU) signed a 5-year agreement with the University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia on November 16 to renew collaboration in the field of education and research.  

The agreement was signed by QU Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dr Humaid Al Midfaa and UM Vice-Chancellor Prof Dato’ Dr MohdAminJalaludin in the presence of QU Vice President and Chief Academic Officer Dr MazenHasna, QU College of Sharia and Islamic Studies (CSIS) dean Dr YousufMahmoudAl-Siddiqi and UM Academy of Islamic Studies (API) director Prof Dato’ Dr MohdYaakubZulkifli bin MohdYusoff, as well as officials from both parties.

In the terms of the agreement, QUCSIS and UM API will organize joint academic and research activities, and facilitate opportunities for student, faculty and administrative staff exchanges. The agreement also covers sharing of publications, reports and other academic materials and information between both institutions. 

Commenting on the agreement, Dr Al Midfaa said: “We are pleased to partner with the University of Malaya in this initiative which aligns with QU’s ongoing efforts to advance its research capacity and to provide students with an environment of vibrant research activity that motivates them to realize their full potential. This underlines the organization’s commitment to developing collaborations with local and international institutions, and promoting quality education and research in Qatar and the region.”

Dr Jalaludin said: “As a leading research university in the country, University of Malaya is well-positioned to actively spearhead cutting-edge research projects with our many international partners. We continue to collaborate with QU as we learned of the great potential in its research capacity and  its commitment towards the development of its academics and students.”

Dr Al-Siddiqi said: “Academic and research activities emerging from this agreement will enrich the College’s curriculum, and facilitate collaboration in scientific research, faculty exchange and supervision of graduate projects. It will also provide CSIS students with wide-ranging opportunities to develop their skills and abilities in their journey to becoming the future generation of leaders in Qatar, and contributing to the country’s aspirations towards a knowledge-based society.”