Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, chaired the second meeting of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research (SCHESR) on Monday, affirming that academic institutions in the emirate are advancing through ambitious, well-planned strategies.
According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was also attended by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Chairman of the Council of the Sharjah Police Academy, Vice Chairman of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research; H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah; H.H Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah; H.H. Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the University of the Arts in Sharjah; and members of the Council, who are presidents and directors of universities, academies, and higher education institutions in the Emirate of Sharjah.
H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah praised the efforts of the Council members and the achievements of the past period, noting that the Council comprises three modern universities that require academic support based on leading global models and best practices at prestigious universities worldwide. He expressed his joy at the graduation of the first batch of University of Khorfakkan students, noting that they deserve the good news of direct appointment after graduation, in appreciation of their hard work and diligence.
H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah signed an Emiri Decree to appoint Dr Nadia Mahdi Al Hasani, Director of the Academy of Visual Arts at the University of the Arts in Sharjah, to the membership of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research. The Council approved regulations governing the grant and discount programme for higher education and scientific research institutions in the Emirate, aiming to organise educational support mechanisms, ensure fairness and transparency in awarding educational opportunities, and enhance the sustainability of the higher education system.
The Council also adopted decisions to support and develop the higher education system in the Emirate and enhance academic and research performance efficiency, aligning with future trends and contributing to sustainable development. An executive summary of the proposed regulation on scholarships and discounts was reviewed, along with the strategy for higher education and scientific research in the Emirate.
The Council reviewed its achievements over the past period, performance indicators, and qualitative initiatives that supported and developed the higher education system. It discussed the framework of the Sharjah Strategy for Scientific Research and Innovation, aiming to enhance the research environment, support innovation, and link research outputs to sustainable development needs.
H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah unveiled a commemorative plaque marking the official opening of the SCHESR building and launched the Council's website, offering services to learners, researchers, and educational institutions. A film showcased the journey of excellence in academic institutions and the most prominent achievements, highlighting continuous development efforts and the preparation of qualified national cadres.