Undergraduate Prospectus

Undergraduate Prospectus 2018

Table of Contents Our Mission Accreditation Admission Process Application Categories Admission To Qatar University High school applicants First Year applicants Early Conditional Admission Other Applications Second Degree Applicants Non- Degree Applicants Visiting Applicants Readmission Transfer Applicants From Other Universities Transfer from College of the North Atlantic Qatar Transfer from the Community College of Qatar Transfer of Credits Criteria College Requirements and fees Colleges College Of Education College Of Sharia and Islamic Studies College Of Engineering College Of Business and Economics College Of Arts & Science College Of law College Of Pharmacy College Of Medicine College of Health Sciences High School Percentage Exception Foundation Program Student Programs and Services Honors Program New Student Orientation Statistical Information 2016-2017 3 4 7 8 8 8 8 11 14 14 14 15 17 17 17 18 19 20 21 23 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 37 38 40 42 44 45 2 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Our Mission Qatar University is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. It provides high quality undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare competent graduates, destined to shape the future of Qatar. The university community has diverse and committed faculty who teach and conduct research, which addresses relevant local and regional challenges, advances knowledge, and contributes actively to the needs and aspirations of society. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 3

Academic Accreditation Academic Accreditation composes an integral framework which Qatar University has persistently used to ensure the quality of its academic output through revising the components of its programs and adjusting them accordingly in order to meet the highest international standards for said programs. This type of accreditation was rightfully earned by a multitude of Qatar University s programs from the most prestigious of boards and organizations. This includes programs in Engineering, Business & Economics, Education, Pharmacy, Arts and Sciences. Law One of the College of Law latest achievements was earning accreditation from The High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES). Education College of Education followed suit by earning accreditation for all its programs from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for the period of 2016-2021. This was preceded by the College achieving the standards set by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and through this accomplishment, Qatar University s College of Education becomes the first national university outside of the United States to earn such accreditation. Spring 2011 saw the College earning international recognition for its Teacher Preparation programs from the International Recognition of Teacher Education Programs Agency (IRTE), making it only the second college in the Middle East to earn this type of recognition. Engineering College of Engineering renewed its academic accreditation for a variety of its programs in July 2011 through the Accreditation Board of Engineering & Technology (ABET). Those programs were the following seven bachelor degrees: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science. The College is considered the earliest earner of academic accreditation, having earned it as early as October 2004. Pharmacy College of Pharmacy earned its accreditation the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs, thereby becoming the first college to be accredited by said council outside of Canada. 4 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Business & Economics College of Business & Economics earned its accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), making it the third college in the University to be accredited, after Engineering and Pharmacy. Arts & Sciences College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) has a multitude of accreditations, among them is that earned by its Bachelor and Masters of Environmental Studies from the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES), a leading organization in the field. The college has also earned an official letter of accreditation for its Mass Communication and Journalism programs from the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications, or ACEJMC. The process of earning such accreditation started as early as 2006, with the Department restructuring itself and adjusting its study plans to meet the accreditation standard for its current programs which are Journalism, Radio, Television, Strategic Communication and Public Relations. The Statistics program in the Department of Mathematics, Physics & Statistics earned a 5 years accreditation from the British Royal Statistical Society. The Chemistry program has earned its accreditation from the Canadian Society of Chemistry. Health Sciences The Biomedical program in the college is considered the first outside the US to earn a 5 years accreditation from National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), making it on an equal footing with American universities in its strength. Foundation Program The department in the Foundation Program Unit has earned its accreditation from the Commission on Language Accreditation (CEA) from the United States. Such accreditations are sure to establish Qatar University s ability to meet international standards and guarantee high quality outcomes, thereby reflecting Qatar s advancement in the field of learning and its vision of high quality education. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 5

Accreditations gained and their definition AACSB AALS ABA ABET ACEJMC A2LA CCAPP CEA CHES CQAIE CSC IES IRTE NAACLS RSS SACS Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business American Association of Law Schools American Bar Association Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication American Association of Laboratory Accreditation Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs Commission on Language Program Accreditation Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences Centre for Quality Assurance in International Education Canadian Society for Chemistry Institute of Environmental Sciences International Recognition for Teacher Education National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences Royal Statistical Society Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 6 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Admission Process The following is a step-by-step guide intended to assist undergraduate applicants through the admissions application process: Step 1: Admission Requirements and Timelines A comprehensive listing of QU s undergraduate programs, admission requirements, and important dates and deadlines is available on the Admissions website. Step 2: Apply for Admission All undergraduate applicants to Qatar University are required to apply to their intended college of study using the QU online admission application. Note: The QU online admission application allows you to complete your application or save your application to complete at a later time, review and submit your admissions application from the convenience of your personal computer with in the announced deadline. You may apply for an online admission as the following: 1. Start creating your account with username and password. 2. Complete the online admissions application at your own pace. You may save your application to complete at a later time. Remember your Login ID and PIN 3. Submit the QR 200 non-refundable undergraduate admission application fee as part of your online admission application. Step 3: Submit required documents It is important to note that all required documents need to be submitted to the Admissions Department in order to complete your application or mailed to the following address: Undergraduate Admissions Admission Department Qatar University PO Box 2713 Doha, Qatar All other missing requirements may be submitted in-person or mail, by the admission deadline. Applicants should not submit any supporting documentation to the Admissions Department until they have submitted an admissions application. The Admissions Department will not accept any documentation unless an admissions application has been submitted for the intended semester of admission. Step 4: Check your Admissions Status Review the status of your application, track all outstanding requirements, and receive your admission decision online. Step 1: Admission Requirements and Timelines Step 2: Apply for Admission Step 3: Submit required documents Step 4: Check your Admissions Status Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 7

Application Categories Admission to Qatar University Applicants who satisfy Qatar University s minimum admission requirements are considered for admission. Admission to QU is based on a number of academic qualifications designed to enhance student s ability to be successful during their course of study. Applicants to Qatar University will be considered for admission according to the following admission categories: High School Applicants - First year applicants - Early Conditional Admission Other Applicants - Transfer - Second Degree - Non-Degree - Visiting - Community College Cross Registration - Readmission First Year applicants All applicants who have never attended a university or who have not earned at least 24 credit hours at a university and who are applying to Qatar University as either Foundation Program or Undergraduate applicants are classified as First Year applicants. First Year applicants may apply for either Fall or Spring admission. First Year admits who earned less than 24 credit hours at another university are eligible to receive transfer credit consideration for coursework completed prior to their semester of admission to QU. High School Requirements All applicants to Qatar University must complete a minimum of 12 years of formal education and their transcript results must be certified by the appropriate educational agency. The high school grade requirements mentioned in this section are minimum scores, they do not guaranteed admission, and they may change according to the strength of the applicant pool and the available capacity in each college or major. Additionally, high school requirements do vary by college and individual colleges reserve the right to stipulate additional requirements to the admission minimums listed below. Undergraduate Application Checklist - First Year Applicants All applicants who have never attended a university or who have not earned at least 24 credit hours at a university and who are applying to Qatar University as either Foundation Program or Undergraduate applicants are classified as First Year applicants and are required to submit the following: 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200. 2. Final, official and certified high school transcript. 3. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar (International students please refer to International Students Website) 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport; international students please refer to International Students website) 5. Two passport sized photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background. 6. Official test score reports for applicants to Colleges that require Foundation Program (if available) to be submitted to the Foundation Program Testing Center in order to be exempted from the Foundation Program. 8 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Undergraduate Admissions - Transcript Requirement The following conditions must apply on transcript of private high schools located in side Qatar: 1. The transcript must be official, final and signed by an appropriate high school official. 2. The transcript must be certified by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education for Private Schools. Students, who comes from high schools outside Qatar, must submit their transcript according the following conditions: 1. The transcript must be official, final and signed by an appropriate high school official. 2. The transcript must be certified by either the Ministry of Education or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the country in which the high school is located. 3. The transcript must also be certified by either by Qatar Embassy in that country or the Embassy of that country located in Doha. 4. An Arabic or translation of the final transcript must accompany the transcript if it is issued in a language other than Arabic or. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 9

Qatari Secondary School Certificate General Secondary Schools The 12th grade final high school percentage is used when considering applicants from General Secondary Schools. Independent Schools Graduates from Independent Schools in the academic year 2009/2010 onwards are admitted according to Qatar Senior School Certificates (QSSC) based on the final total result for the last year. Private and International School Certificates Applicants from the following educational systems must satisfy supplementary admission requirements: 1. Grade Point Average (GPA) System - Awarded a High School Diploma in a General Studies Curriculum with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale ( C ) and satisfies the minimum high school percentage requirement during the final year of high school. - Passed at least six different subjects including at least one Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), one Mathematics (Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry), and one language course during the Junior or Senior year. 2. British Secondary School System - Earned at least five IGSCE (O Level) subjects with a minimum grade of «D» and a minimum of two subjects at the Advanced (A) or (AS) level or a combination of (A) and (AS) level subjects with a minimum grade of «D». As the official results for this school system will be released after QU has announced admission decisions, applicants may submit predicted grades in addition to official result certificates by the submission deadline. Applicants who submit predicted high school grades (pdf) will be considered for Provisional Admission. 3. International Baccalaureate (IB) System - Completion of the full IB Diploma with at least 2 subjects at the HL and the other 4 subjects at SL level. - The student should have attained a total grade point score of 24 out 42, excluding grades for Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Extended Essay. As the official results for this school system will be released after QU has announced admission decisions, applicants may submit predicted grades by the submission deadline. Applicants who submit predicted high school grades (pdf) will be considered for Provisional Admission 4. KSA School System: In order to be considered for admission to Qatar University, applicants from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia must complete High School & pass the National Exam for Assessment in Higher Education with the minimum percentage required by their major/program of choice, for male students starting from 1422/1423 (2002/2003), for female students starting from 1430 (2009) Early Conditional Admission What is Early Conditional Admission? Early Conditional Admission is provisional admission pending successful completion of the final year of high school and fulfillment of all admission requirements. 10 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Who is eligible for Early Conditional Admission? Early Conditional Admission is provisional admission pending successful completion of the final year of high school and fulfillment of all admission requirements. Admission Requirements for Students who are still in high school 1. Applicant should be Qatari citizen, following Qatari parent rule or Qatari Travel document holders or wife s of Qatari Husband. 2. Applicant should Submit all required documents. 3. Applicant should earn the following grades in 11th grade and in the first semester of 12th grade: College Art & Science Business and Economics Education Engineering Law Pharmacy Health Sciences Sharia and Islamic studies Medicine 11th grade 75% 75% 75% 75% 75% 80% 75% 75% 90% First semester of 12th grade 75% 75% 75% 75% 75% 80% 75% 75% 90% Admission Requirements for Students who graduated from high school 1. Applicant should be Qatari citizen, following Qatari parent rule or Qatari Travel document holders or wife s of Qatari Husband. 2. Applicant should Submit all required documents. 3. Applicant should earn the following grades in the Final year of 12th grade: College Art & Science Business and Economics Education Engineering Law Pharmacy Health Sciences Sharia and Islamic studies Medicine Final grade of 12th grade 75% 75% 75% 75% 75% 80% 75% 75% 90% Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 11

Admission Checklist 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200. 2. Submit the following admission documents before the deadline. Students who are still in high school: You can send them by Email: admission@qu.edu.qa documents Students who are still in high school: - Copy of the 11th year transcript. - Copy of the first semester of the 12th year transcript. For Privet schools, IB and British System: Applicants may submit predicted grades using QU form in addition to official result certificates by the submission deadline. - Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card and passport copy for non-qatari applicants (applicants with Qatari parents must also provide a photocopy of the applicant s parent Qatar ID card and Birth certificate and Non Qatari female students married to Qatari Nationals must also provide the marriage contract and a copy of the ID card of the husband) Students who graduated from high school: - Final, official and certified high school transcript - Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card and passport copy for non-qatari applicants (applicants with Qatari parents must also provide a photocopy of the applicant s parent Qatar ID card and Birth certificate and Non Qatari female students married to Qatari Nationals must also provide the marriage contract and a copy of the ID card of the husband) Important Notes applicants who graduated from high school and submitted their final official transcript will receive a final decision, while applicants who still in high school are required to satisfy all admission requirements and submit all other required admission documents including Final, official and certified high school transcript by submission deadline. Early conditional admission is provisional admission pending successful completion of the final year of high school with minimum of at least 75% high school percentage ( and 80% for college of pharmacy and 90% for college of Medicine applicants). All applicants who do not satisfy the minimum requirements for Early Conditional Admission mentioned above will still be considered for regular admission upon submission of their final and official high school results and according to Admission criteria. Provisional Admission As official results for the British Secondary School system (IGCSE, AS, and A-Level results) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) system will be released after QU has announced admission decisions, in-progress applicants from these two school systems will be considered for Provisional Admission based on predicted grades. The Provisional Admission process allows applicants from the British Secondary School and the International Baccalaureate systems to be considered for admission based on anticipated results of coursework that is currently in progress. Provisional Admission Process 1. Applicants from the British Secondary School and the International Baccalaureate systems must submit all application requirements by admission application deadline and must submit their predicted grades by submission deadline. 2. Predicted grades must be reported and attested by the applicant s high school using the appropriate QU provided form: - Predicted IGCSE, AS, and A-Level Grades for Provisional Admission form - Predicted International Baccalaureate Grades for Provisional Admission form 12 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

3. Applicants from the British Secondary School system may satisfy the minimum admission requirements through submission of official results for all completed IGCSE, A/S and A-Level results and anticipated final grades for the examinations. All in-progress International Baccalaureate (IB) applicants will be considered for admission on their anticipated results. 4. Using predicted grades, the Admissions Department will determine whether the applicant has satisfied Qatar University s minimum admission requirements. Applicants with predicted grades are considered for admission in competition with all other applicants and applicants receiving Provisional Admission are informed at the same time as all other admits. 5. Applicants receiving Provisional Admission will be informed of the conditions of their provisional admission essentially, their admission is based on anticipated grades, is conditional, and is not final until official results are submitted. 6. Provisional admits are required to submit their final and official transcripts. Provisional admits whose final results qualify them for admission to QU but are not sufficiently strong for admission into their college, will be contacted by the Admissions Department to change their college. Provisional admits whose final results fail to satisfy QU s minimum high school requirements will have their admission rescinded. Failure to provide official results by the deadline will result in the Provisional Admission being rescinded. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 13

Other Applications Second Degree Applicants All applicants who have previously earned a bachelor s degree and who wish to pursue further undergraduate work in a different major may apply for admission to a second bachelor s degree at Qatar University. All applicants seeking a second bachelor s degree who meet the following minimum criteria will be considered for admission to Qatar University: 1. Earned bachelor s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00/4.00 from a university accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent authority in that country. 2. Met Qatar University s competency requirements by satisfying either of the following: - Submit official test score reports taken within the last two years. - Earned a previous undergraduate degree from an institution of higher education in a program where was the primary medium of instruction. Official statement proving this must be submitted at the time of application in order for exemption to be considered. - Applicants who do not satisfy these competency requirements are not eligible for Foundation Program admission. 3. Met Qatar University s mathematics competency requirements. Applicants who do not satisfy these competency requirements are not eligible for Foundation Program admission. 4. Pursue a different major than was earned in the first bachelor s degree. Second Degree Applicants Checklist All applicants who are not considered pursuing an undergraduate degree may apply for Second Degree admission to Qatar University by submitting the following: 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200 2. Final, official and certified university transcript 3. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar (International students please refer to International Students Website) 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport; international students please refer to International Students Website) 5. Two (2) recent identical passport size photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background 6. Official test score reports for applicants to Colleges that require Foundation Program ( if available) to be submitted to the Foundation Program Testing Center in order to be exempted from the Foundation Program. 7. International students who do not hold a valid State of Qatar residence permit (excluding GCC citizens) are not eligible for QU admission consideration. It is crucial that international student who is interested to enroll at QU to have a valid Qatari residence permit. Qatar University International Student Section assists students to get a student visa (Qatar Residence Permit). Those interested students should Apply Online for the student visa and upload the Documents during the same timeline of QU admission. Applicants who fail to satisfy the requirements for a student visa will not be considered for Qatar University admission. Non- Degree Applicants Qatar University offers non-degree admission to a limited number of individuals who may enroll in undergraduate credit courses at QU but who are not considered pursuing an undergraduate degree program. Non-degree students may register in a maximum of 48 credit hours or 4 semesters of course work at Qatar University, whichever comes first. All non-degree applicants who meet the following minimum criteria will be considered for admission to Qatar University: 1. Have earned an undergraduate degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 from a university accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education in that country. 2. Must satisfy all QU undergraduate admission requirements for the semester of intended admission and must 14 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

submit all appropriate application materials and supporting documents to the Admissions Department by the admission deadline. Non-degree applicants must satisfy all QU undergraduate admission requirements for the semester of intended admission, and must submit all appropriate application materials and supporting documents to the Admissions Department by the admission deadline. At Qatar University, non-degree students may apply coursework taken during a non-degree status towards a second bachelor s degree. Non-degree students may apply a maximum of 48 undergraduate credit hours earned at Qatar University in courses passed with a grade of D or higher toward a second bachelor s degree. All second bachelor s degree requirements apply. Non-Degree Applicants Checklist All applicants who are not considered pursuing an undergraduate degree may apply for Non-Degree admission to Qatar University by submitting the following: 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200 2. Final, official and certified university transcript 3. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar (International students please refer to International Students Website) 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport; international students please refer to International Students website) 5. Two (2) recent identical passport size photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background 6. International students who do not hold a valid State of Qatar residence permit (excluding GCC citizens) are not eligible for QU admission consideration. It is crucial that international student who is interested to enroll at QU to have a valid Qatari residence permit. Qatar University International Student Section assists students to get a student visa (Qatar Residence Permit). Those interested students should Apply Online for the student visa and upload the Documents during the same timeline of QU admission. Applicants who fail to satisfy the requirements for a student visa will not be considered for Qatar University admission. Visiting Applicants Applicants who are currently attending another university and who do not intend to graduate from Qatar University may be considered for admission as a Visiting Student. Visiting admission is available for the Fall, Spring and/or Summer semesters and visiting students may register in a maximum of 48 credit hours or 4 semesters of course work at Qatar University, whichever comes first. Visiting Admission Requirements Applicants seeking Visiting admission are not required to go through the university s regular admission process. Instead, the following minimum admission requirements are necessary in order to be considered for admission as a Visiting student to Qatar University: - Applicants must be in good academic standing at their home university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. Applicants who have been admitted to a university for a future semester and who wish to take classes at QU before enrolling at that university are required to provide a copy of their admission letter in lieu of an official university transcript. In all cases, the home university must be accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent in that country. - Must submit all appropriate application requirements to the Admissions Department by the admission deadline. Documents for Visiting Applicants Students who are already attending another university and who wish to take courses at Qatar University are welcome to do so as a visiting student. Visiting applicants are required to submit the following: 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200 2. Final, official and certified university transcript (Applicants who have been admitted to a university for a future Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 15

semester and who wish to take classes at QU before enrolling at that university are required to provide a copy of their admission letter in lieu of an official university transcript). 3. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar (International students please refer to International Students Website) 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport; international students please refer to International Students Website) 5. Two (2) recent identical passport size photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background 6. International students who do not hold a valid State of Qatar residence permit (excluding GCC citizens) are not eligible for QU admission consideration. It is crucial that international student who is interested to enroll at QU to have a valid Qatari residence permit. Qatar University International Student Section assists students to get a student visa (Qatar Residence Permit). Those interested students should Apply Online for the student visa and upload the Documents during the same timeline of QU admission. Applicants who fail to satisfy the requirements for a student visa will not be considered for Qatar University admission. 16 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Re-Admission Readmission Refers to a process by which applicants who previously admitted to Qatar University and who enrolled in at least one semester at the university request returning and readmission to Qatar University. Applicants seeking readmission are required to apply to their intended college of study by filling the QU online admission application and submit the following admission requirements by admission deadlines: 1. Final, official and certified high school transcript 2. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar (International students please refer to International Students Website) 3. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport; international students please refer to International Students website) 4. Two (2) recent identical passport size photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background 5. Official test score reports for applicants to Colleges that require Foundation Program Eligible applicants for readmission to Qatar University 1. Previously admitted students who officially withdrew from the university. (Students placed under the withdrawal from university status). 2. Previously admitted students who were absent from the university for more than four consecutive regular semesters without prior approval (students placed under the Long Absence status). 3. Previously admitted students enrolled in the Foundation Program who were absent from the university for more than two consecutive regular semesters (students placed under the Foundation Absence Suspension status). 4. Previously admitted students enrolled in the Foundation Program who did not complete the program requirements within four regular semesters of enrollment (students placed under the Foundation Academic Suspension status). 5. Previously admitted students who academically dismissed from the university. (Students placed under the Academic dismissal status). Transfer Applicants From Other Universities All applicants who are currently attending or have previously attended another university and have earned at least 24 credit hours and attended a minimum of two semesters (Fall and Spring), are considered transfer applicants, and may apply for transfer admission to the University. Transfer applicants may apply for either the Fall or Spring semester and are eligible for Undergraduate admission only. All transfer applicants who meet the following minimum criteria will be considered for admission: 1. Earned a General Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent. 2. Have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours AND attended a minimum of two semesters (Fall and Spring) of undergraduate coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 at a university accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent authority in that country. 3. Met Qatar University s competency requirements by satisfying either of the following: - Submit official test score reports taken within the last two years. - Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours and two semesters at an institution of higher education where was the medium of instruction. Official statement proving this must be submitted at the time of application in order for exemption to be considered. Applicants who do not satisfy these competency requirements are not eligible for Foundation Program admission. 4. Met Qatar University s Mathematics competency requirements. Applicants who do not satisfy these competency requirements are not eligible for Foundation Program admission. 5. Applicants who were subject to disciplinary action or non-academic dismissal at a prior university/college may not apply or enroll as a transfer student. 6. Submitted required documents before the admission deadline. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 17

Documents: Transfer applicants are required to submit the following documents to the Admissions Department: 1. Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200. 2. Official, final, and certified university transcript 3. Health certificate issued inside Qatar. 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also submit a copy of their passport). 5. Two (2) recent, identical, passport-size photographs with a white background. 6. Official test score reports for applicants to colleges with Foundation Program requirements. REQUIREMENTS Requirements for Transfer of Credit Transfer credit may be considered for evaluation after passing the following criteria: 1. Applicant has submitted the following required documents for transfer credit: - Final, official and certified university transcript. - Detailed course syllabus stamped from the registrar s office or the department offering the course in the student s university (syllabus sample). 2. A minimum grade of C is needed for any credit hours submitted for transfer credit evaluation, and must have been completed within the last five years. 3. maximum of 50% of required credit hours for the submitted program may be considered for transfer credit evaluation; the colleges will individually determine the exact number of credit hours that may be transferred and applied towards their specific degree programs. - Grades and quality points earned in courses accepted for transfer will not be included in the grade point average to be maintained at Qatar University, but the credits will count toward the total number required for graduation. Transfer from College of the North Atlantic Qatar Under a special articulation agreement, students who have completed an advanced diploma degree from the College of the North Atlantic Qatar (CNA-Q) are eligible to seek admission to a limited number of Qatar University degree programs. Requirements for Transfer from CNA-Q to Qatar University: 1. To be considered for admission to Qatar University under this articulation agreement, applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in any of the following CNA-Q advanced diploma degree programs: - Business Management (Accounting) - Business Management (Human Resource Management) 18 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

- Business Management (Marketing) - Electrical Engineering Technology power and controls - Mechanical Engineering Technology - Instrumentation Engineering Technology - Telecommunication Engineering Technology - Internet Applications Developer - Programmer Analyst (Business) - Computer Support Specialist 2. Applicants must submit all required documents by the admission deadline. To be considered for admission to Qatar University under this articulation agreement, applicants must submit the following: - Complete Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200. - Final, official and certified CNA-Q transcript. - Health Certificate issued inside Qatar. - Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card (Non-Qatari applicants must also submit a copy of their passport). - Two (2) recent, identical, passport-size photographs with a white background. CNA-Q articulation agreement applicants must satisfy all QU undergraduate admission requirements for the semester of intended admission, and must submit all appropriate application materials and supporting documents to the Admissions Department by the admission deadline. Applicants who were subject to disciplinary action or non-academic dismissal from a prior university/college may not apply or enroll as a transfer student. Transfer of Credit from CNA-Q Transfer credit may be considered for evaluation after passing the following criteria: - Applicant has submitted the Final, official and certified transcript from the College of the North Atlantic Qatar. - A minimum grade of C is needed for any credit hours submitted for transfer credit evaluation, and must have been completed within the last five years. - A maximum of 50% of required credit hours for submitted program may be considered for transfer credit evaluation; the colleges will individually determine the exact number of credit hours that may be transferred and applied towards their specific degree programs. - Grades and quality points earned in courses accepted for transfer will not be included in the grade point average to be maintained at Qatar University, but the credits will count toward the total number required for graduation. Transfer from the Community College of Qatar Students who are currently studying or who have completed a diploma from Community College of Qatar (CCQ), and passed Qatar University requirements and conditions are considered transfer applicants and may apply for transfer admission to Qatar University. Transfer applicants may apply for either Fall or Spring semesters. Transfer Requirements for Graduates from CCQ 1. Successfully completed either an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree from CCQ. 2. Have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework from CCQ with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50/4.00. 3. Only CCQ graduates with an AS degree are eligible for Science-based majors at Qatar University. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 19

Transfer Requirements for Non-Graduates from CCQ 1. Have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of undergraduate coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50/4.00 at CCQ. 2. Met Qatar University s and Mathematics competency requirements. 3. Applicants who were subject to disciplinary action or non-academic dismissal at a prior university/college may not apply or enroll as a transfer student. Documents Checklist For All Transfer Applicants 1. Submit an Online Admissions Application with an e-payment of QR 200. 2. Final, official and certified university transcript. 3. Health Certificate issued inside Qatar. 4. Photocopy of the applicant s Qatar ID card. (Non-Qatari applicants must also provide a copy of their passport). 5. Two (2) recent identical passport size photographs (size 4 x 6 cm) with white background. 6. Official test score reports for applicants to colleges which require Foundation Program. Transfer of Credits Criteria Transfer credit may be considered for transfer credit evaluation if passed the following criteria: 1. Submitted official and certified CCQ transcript. 2. A minimum grade of C is needed for any credit hours submitted for transfer credit evaluation, and must have been completed within the last five years. 3. A maximum of 50% of required credit hours for submitted program may be considered for transfer credit evaluation; the colleges will individually determine the exact number of credit hours that may be transferred and applied towards their specific degree programs. Grades and quality points earned in courses accepted for transfer will not be included in the grade point average to be maintained at Qatar University, but the credits will count toward the total number required for graduation. For further information or inquiries regarding undergraduate admission to Qatar University, please contact the Students Recruitment Section of the Admissions Department at: Location: Admissions and Registration Building Telephones: 44033752-44033753 - 44033859-44033734 E-mail: studentrecruitment@qu.edu.qa 20 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

College Requirements and fees Admission is extremely competitive and satisfying the minimum high school requirements in this section does not guarantee admission into the intended college or major. Minimum admission requirements vary by semester according to the strength of the applicant pool and the available capacity within each college and major. Students admitted into the Foundation Program are required to complete all Foundation requirements before they can be considered for admission into their intended major. College High School Percentage Foundation Requirements Cost Per Credit hour Arts 70 % 800 Sciences 70 % 900 Business and Economics 70 % 900 Education 70 % Only for Secondary Education 800 with Concentration Area in (Biology - Chemistry - Physics - Math) Engineering 70 % 1000 Law 70 % 800 Pharmacy 80 % 1000 Sharia and Islamic Studies 70 % 800 Health Sciences 70% 900 Medicine 85% Cost per year Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 21

College of Medicine Tuition Fees Academic Year Tuition Fees per Unit (in Qatari Riyals) Tuition Fees per Academic Semester Fall Spring Summer Total (in Qatari Riyals) First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Fifth Year Sixth Year Tuition fees will depend on the courses registered by the student in different colleges. 1,000 1,000 (1,000) Academic Courses Level (2,000) Clinical Level 2,000 2,000 30,000 31,000 30,000 56,000 60,000 27,000 26,000 54,000 56,000 60,000 3,000 3,000 6,000 8,000 -- 60,000 60,000 90,000 120,000 120,000 22 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Colleges College of Education 1973 College of Sharia and Islamic Studie 1977 College of Engineering 1980 College of Business and Economics 1985 College of Art and Sciences 2004 College of Law 2004 College of Pharmacy 2008 College of Medicine 2014 College Of Health Sciences 2016 College Of Education Introduction about the College The College of Education was the primary academic body under which Qatar University was founded in 1973. The college is committed to providing excellence in the initial and advanced preparation of education professionals by establishing a foundation in which life-long learning, teaching, research, and community partnerships are fostered. The college fulfills its commitment by providing: - Its members an educational, motivational, and supportive environment for both learning and teaching in a climate which blends and balances modernity and the preservation of Arabic and Islamic identity. - Society with highly qualified education professionals and on-going professional development, by supporting scholarly activities, and by sharing the responsibility of the modernization of the country through effective partnerships. College Admission Requirements Requirements for admission in all undergraduate programs (Bachelor of Primary Education, Bachelor of Secondary Education, & Bachelor of Special Education): - High Schools: minimum 70% average for public school graduates - Pass the personal interview & written test Special requirements for admission in Bachelor of Primary Education: - Only female students can enroll in this program. - TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 is needed for concentration only. Special requirements for admission in Bachelor of Secondary Education (both female and male students can enroll in this program). - Math, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics students are required to pass the Foundation program. - TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 is needed for concentration only. Requirements for Special Education Program (both female and male students can enroll in this program). Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 23

Skills and Outcomes - Demonstrate understanding of the key theories and concepts of the subject matter. - Plan effective instruction to maximize student learning. - Use current and emerging technologies in instructionally powerful ways. - Foster successful learning experiences for all students by addressing individual differences. - Arrive at data-informed decisions by systematically examining a variety of factors and resources. - Actively engage in scholarship by learning from and contributing to the knowledge base in education. - Apply professional ethics in all educational contexts. - Lead positive change in education. Job Opportunities - Undergraduate programs enable students to work as qualified teachers in early childhood educational contexts, primary, and secondary schools in addition to appropriate educational agencies. - Educational Leadership program, graduates can serve as school or education leaders in the Ministry of Education and Higher Education schools or other schooling contexts in appropriate community organizations. - Special Education program, leaders in the field of Special Education working in the Ministry of Education and Higher Education schools, special Education schools, hospital schools, government and private educational agencies, and international organizations. - MA in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment graduates will be able to successfully contribute to education in the roles of teachers, coordinators and curriculum and assessment specialists in the Ministry of Education and Higher Education as well as in the Evaluation and Education Institute. Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students Bachelors 3% 4% Masters Diploma 93% Contact information: Qatar University College of Education - Corridor 1 P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-5104/5118 Fax: (+974) 4403-5101 E-Mail: dean-edu@qu.edu.qa 24 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

College Of Sharia and Islamic Studies Introduction about the College The College of Sharia and Islamic Studies was first established as a section of the College of Education at Qatar University in 1973/1974, and then developed to the College of Sharia and Islamic studies in 1977 at the Royal Decision No. (1) OF 1977. College Admission Requirements High Schools: minimum 70% average for public school graduates. Skills and Outcomes - Prepare competent graduates by providing high quality education - Conducting academic research aims to spread scientific knowledge in Islamic studies. - The integration of the College of Sharia with the community to support the social and cultural development. Job Opportunities - Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs - Teaching Islamic studies and Sharia courses - Courts of law and the Ministry of Justice - Islamic Institutions - Public relation sector - Media & Press - Supreme Council for Family Affairs - Research institutions Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students 10% Bachelors Masters 90% Contact information: Qatar University College of Sharia and Islamic Studies P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar E-Mail: shariadean@qu.edu.qa Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 25

College of Engineering Introduction about the College Since its inception in 1980, the College of Engineering is continuously working to offer international quality education. In addition to political and social sciences, the college programs provide students with excellent scientific and technical skills to enable them to contribute and improve their fields on regional and international demographics. The college hosts Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and Department of Architecture and Urban Planning. College Admission Requirements - Not less than 70% for the general secondary education certificate or its equivalent according to the university regulations. The high school score requirement may be reconsidered when the capacity of the programs allows additional admissions, provided that potential students achieve a score of 500 or higher in the TOEFL Test (or equivalent IELTS 5.5) as well as achieving 550 or higher in the mathematics part of the International SAT Test (or equivalent ACT 24). The CENG dean will consider such requests against the quality and depth of the applicant pool, the available capacity within the applicant s intended major. - Proficiency in and mathematics by satisfying the minimum competency requirements as set by the University or pass the Foundation Program. - Students who have not met the college minimum competency requirements receive admission to the QU Foundation Program as engineering foundation students. Skills and Outcomes The college aims to prepare globally competent and socially responsible graduates by providing quality education that fosters critical thinking and develop knowledge, creativity, problem solving, application development, ability, and skills to become innovators and leaders who are able to contribute to the aspirations of the country. Job Opportunities Graduates of CENG programs work in diverse fields, for example in the government, universities, oil and gas sector, construction, transportation infrastructure, manufacturing sectors, power generation and distribution systems, business sectors, banks, healthcare and many other service fields that directly underpin the welfare of the society. Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students Contact Information Qatar University College of Engineering Office of Research & Graduate Studies (B09) P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-4100 Fax: (+974) 4403-4101 9% 2% Bachelors Masters PhD E-Mail: dean-eng@qu.edu.qa 89% 26 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

College Of Business and Economics Introduction about the College The College of Business & Economics (CBE) at Qatar University is a premier educational institution that offers undergraduate programs, Master of Business Administration (MBA program), Master of Accounting (MAC), Master of Science in Marketing (MSc in Marketing) and executive education. Founded in 1985, CBE is known for academic rigor; creativity and innovation; hands-on and service learning opportunities; a firm grounding in ethics; and an applied education that prepares students to become outstanding leaders and global citizens within the ever-changing, complex, and fast-paced world of business. College Admission Requirements High Schools: minimum 70% average for public school graduates Skills and Outcomes - Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills - Utilize information technology in making business decisions - Recognize social responsibilities of business decision-making - Recognize ethical dimensions of business decision-making - Work effectively in teams - Foster global perspective in both appreciation and application - Enrich their academic experience with experiential learning Job Opportunities - Analysts - Decision Makers - Designer of business models - Forecasters - Accountants - Brand mangers - Marketing consultants - Marketing mangers Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students Contact Information Qatar University P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-5000 / 5004 Fax: (+974) 4403-5001 E-Mail: bus-econ@qu.edu.qa 3% 0.2% Bachelors Masters PhD 96.8% Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 27

College of Arts & Science Introduction about the College College of Art and Sciences offers majors in a variety of relevant and exciting specializations, including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Statistics, Arabic, Mass Communication,, History, International Affairs, Sociology, Social Work,Psychology, Sport Science and Policy, planning and Development. Minors are also offered in most of these areas as well as in Geology, Translation, French and Philosophy which allows for expansion of students employment prospects through accumulation of knowledge and skills outside of the main chosen area of studies. College of Art and Sciences also houses an Arabic center for Non-Native speakers who want to excel in the language. In addition to housing around 6000 students from all other majors at QU also complete courses offered by the college. College of Art and Sciences also has an exchange programs which provide a range of study abroad College Admission Requirements Art majors requires minimum 70% average for public school graduates Sciences majors requires minimum 70% average for public school graduates Sciences major students are required to pass the foundation program Skills and outcomes - Conduct research effectively - Work effectively in groups - Value cultural diversity - Acquire skills in applying methods and concepts of natural sciences, humanities and social sciences - Acquire broader knowledge of Qatari society from a historical, geographical and social perspective - Using statistical or mathematical reasoning to solve problems - Using information technology - Understanding professional and ethical issues - Acquiring effective leadership skills - Considering social responsibilities in decision making - Incorporating global perspective in decision making Job opportunities College of Art and Sciences holds a wide range of specializations ranging from hardcore sciences to social sciences and humanities which opens up a large sphere of selection for students in different types of professions such as research, administration, education, and so forth. 2.3% 0.6% Statistical information 2016-2017 96.1% 1% Total Number of Students Bachelors Contact information: Qatar University College of Arts & Sciences P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-4516 Fax: (+974) 4403-4501 Masters Dectorates Certificates E-Mail: casdean.office@qu.edu.qa 28 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

College Of Law Introduction about the College The College was established in 2006 as a separate college after being a department at the College of Sharia. The College of Law aspires to be the premier college of law in the region in recognition of the quality of its academic program, the achievements of its faculty and graduates, and its service to the local and the international community. College Admission Requirements Admission at QU Law is very competitive, and the College selects those candidates it considers to have the very strongest qualifications and the very greatest potential to contribute to the QU Law community and the legal profession. Prospective law students must: Hold high school degree with a total of 70% as a minimum average for admission. Skills and Outcomes - Understanding of the principles and values of ethical decision-making and the professional principles and values associated with the goals of justice and service to the wider community. - An ability to recognize and reflect upon, and a developing ability to respond to, ethical issues likely to arise in professional contexts. - Engage in critical analysis and make a reasoned choice amongst alternatives, and approach legal issues creatively and generate appropriate responses. - An ability to recognize and reflect upon, and a developing ability to respond to, ethical issues likely to arise in professional contexts. - A fundamental ability to exercise professional judgment. - Learn and work independently. - Reflect on and assess their own capabilities and performance, and make use of feedback as appropriate, to support personal and professional development. Job Opportunities Distinguished graduates emerging from College of Law have several options either to work in public or private sectors. They have the ability to work as judges, work in public prosecutor, or become legal researchers in the Legal Affairs department in various ministries. They can also work in private sectors such as banks, insurance companies, oil and gas companies, and other institutions that provide rare legal opportunities for distinguished graduates. Furthermore, our graduates are well-equipped with a set of academic and research skills to work independently and establish their own Law Firm office. Statistical information 2016-2017 5% Total Number of Students Bachelors Contact information: Qatar University P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-5254 Fax: (+974) 4403-5253 E-Mail: law@qu.edu.qa 95% Masters Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 29

College of Pharmacy Introduction about the College The College of Pharmacy provides its graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent pharmacists, to meet the health care needs of society. As a relatively new College and, first of its kind in this country, we are undergoing constant change as we strive to achieve excellence while meeting our mandate. Like our students, we are a young, enthusiastic and progressive new academic program. We are building a strong foundation of clinical and adjunct faculty and staff with a strong commitment to program excellence. We are committed to developing our physical resources to provide the best learning and working environment possible for our students, staff and faculty. We also continue to establish strong ties with our partners from local and international academic programs, professional practice, government and industry. Together, we are making this college a success and an academic program this country can be proud of. Selection Process The College of Pharmacy selects the applicants it considers best qualified for the study and practice of the profession from the pool of applicants. In particular, the college will select for admission those students who demonstrate academic potential, a motivation to study pharmaceutical sciences, and the qualities and skills necessary to be a competent and caring health care professional. The Committee takes a number of factors into consideration during the review process. These factors include academic performance (course grades and credit-hours), PCAT and TOEFL (or IELTS) scores, structured interview outcomes, letters of recommendation, personal statements, pharmacy experience (if applicable), leadership potential, emotional maturity, knowledge of the profession, and related academic and non-academic criteria. PCAT All applicants to the College of Pharmacy are required to submit a valid PCAT score to be considered for admission. The PCAT is a specialized test that helps identify qualified applicants to pharmacy colleges. It measures general academic ability and scientific knowledge necessary for the commencement of pharmaceutical education. The PCAT is -based, consists of approximately 280 multiple-choice questions and written essays. The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) endorses the PCAT as the official preferred admission test for entrance to the College of Pharmacy. Qatar University is the first official test center outside of the USA and Canada. Skills and Outcomes As identified by the WHO, today s pharmacists must possess specific knowledge attitudes, skills and behaviors in support of their critical role in health care. WHO describes the seven star pharmacist as a health care profession who is a: - Care-giver - Decision-maker - Communicator - Leader - Manager - Life-long-learner - Teacher Job Opportunities In Qatar graduates can work in Ministry of Public Health, Hamad Medical Corporation, Primary Health Care, private hospitals, Sidra Medical Research Center, Aspetar, Qatar Diabetes Association, Ebn Sina Medical, Well Care Group, Shafallah Centre, Qatar National Cancer Society, Boots Al Shaya, International Medical Company and others. Graduates interested in bench research can work in research laboratories in Qatar University, Anti-Doping Lab Qatar, Qatar Cardiovascular Research Centre, Sidra Medical Research Center, other universities and drug manufacturers such as Qatar Pharma. 30 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students 12% 11% Bachelors Contact information College of Pharmacy Qatar University PO Box: 2713 Doha, Qatar Tel: (+974) 4403-5550 Fax: (+974) 4403-5551 Email: pharmacy@qu.edu.qa 77% Masters Dectorates College Of Medicine Introduction about the College The College of Medicine is the 8th college at Qatar University. It was established in 2014, following an Emiri Directive and a thorough feasibility study as a joint initiative by Qatar University and Hamad Medical Corporation. It is rooted in the specific needs of the Qatari society, and well-aligned with national strategies and priorities in healthcare education. College Admission Requirements: - Minimum High school GPA of 85% - Completed 2 out of 3 science subject classes in high school (biology, chemistry and/or physics). - Personal statement (around 350 words in ) describing the applicant s motivation to study medicine. - Supporting evidence of previous volunteering experience in the healthcare sector, medical or scientific internships, or community work (recommended). - Passing a personal interview with the College Admission Committee - Admission for international students is highly competitive. While high school GPA is the main admission criterion, non-national students are advised to also submit evidence of outstanding performance in standardized tests (IELTS, TOEFL, MCAT, SAT CAT ), volunteer experience, or any other qualifications that might strengthen their applications. Skills and outcomes The College of Medicine was established in line with international accreditation requirements for medical programs, as specified by Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). We will work with leading experts and accreditors in the field to ensure that the MD degree is comparable to the best programs internationally. The MD program will be designed to qualify students to enter seamlessly into graduate medical education after completing the MD degree. We will also prepare our students to sit for international medical licensing exams (such as USMLE) to ensure their smooth transition into graduate medical education (such as residency and fellowship programs). Students will be especially prepared to enter residency programs within Qatar. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 31

Job opportunities After successful completion of the study program, students will be awarded a Medical Doctor (MD) degree and prepare for taking one of the international medical licensing examinations accepted in Qatar. Work and graduate study opportunities are ample for medical school graduates, both in Qatar and abroad. Some students may wish to go on to complete their specialization or graduate studies, others will go into residency programs at HMC or one of the many other public or private healthcare providers to practice as physicians, or venture into medical research and/or healthcare administration and leadership Study Plan PHASE I: The Transition (Basic Medical Sciences) Year 1 is the interface between high school education and the integrated medical Program. It introduces the students to foundations in Human Anatomy, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, IT, Medical & Terminology, and Core Curriculum courses. As an important component throughout a doctor s career, a Medical Education course that focuses on lifelong learning skills is also offered in this phase. PHASE II: Pre-clerkship phase (Integrated Organ Systems) In the second phase, which extends throughout years 2 and 3, as well as the first semester of year 4, the focus will shift to the foundations of medical sciences and its application to patients and population care. Clinical skills are mainly acquired in the clinical simulation labs, through regular encounters with standardized patients as well as medical training manikins (anatomically precise, high-tech mannequins). PHASE III: Clerkship phase (Hospital Training) During this phase, which extends from the middle of year 4 to the end of year 6, students will rotate in clerkships (hospital training) in order to ensure exposure to -and experience with- clinical situations, patients and population care. The clinical learning obtained during this phase will be integrated with the knowledge that the students established in the first two phases, which will continue throughout this last phase. Statistical information 2016-2017 167 students are currently studying in the College of Medicine Contact Information: College of Medicine Qatar University PO Box 2713 Doha, Qatar Location: New Building for College of Medicine, Building H12. Phone: (+974) 4403-7800 E-Mail: medicine@qu.edu.qa 32 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

College of Health Science Introduction about the College The College of Health Sciences (CHS) was founded in 2016 as one of the most ambitious health sciences educational establishments in the state of Qatar, fostering learning and academic excellence through its scholarly and passionate faculty. The standardized services provided to students, well-equipped laboratories, accessible facilities, dynamic diversity and talented faculty constitute an extraordinary and rich learning environment. Rooted in a culture of collaboration with other healthcare institutes in Qatar, the CHS is committed to graduating the most knowledgeable and skilled professionals who will solve major health problems and will significantly enhance the quality of the healthcare sector in Qatar. Emphasis is placed on unrelenting pursuit of knowledge through research, life-long learning, development of skills, and producing world leaders in health sciences. The three departments comprising the College of Health Sciences are Biomedical Sciences (BSc & MSc), Human Nutrition (BSc), and Public Health (BSc & MPH). Graduates of the CHS brilliantly manifest their unique capacity and leadership skills, reflecting the College s excellence and quality. College Admission Requirements Admission to Qatar University: - Meet the language requirements, or complete the foundation year, if required. - Minimum secondary school grade for final year of 70%. - Students are accepted twice a year (every spring and fall). - Degree evaluation is performed for the accepted students. - The Fall & Spring semester study plans are available online and from students academic advisors. Skills and Outcomes - Apply evidence-based guidelines, systematic reviews and scientific literature in the nutrition care process. - Use effective education and counseling skills to facilitate behavioral changes. - Serve in professional and community organizations. - Perform the Nutrition Care Process and use standardized nutrition language for individuals, groups and populations of differing ages and health status, in a variety of settings. - Develop and demonstrate effective communications skills. - Develop and evaluate recipes, formulas and menus for acceptability and affordability that accommodate the cultural diversity and health needs of various populations, groups and individuals. Job Opportunities - Ministry of Public Health - Hamad Medical Corporation hospitals - Primary health care centers - Qatar Foundation hospitals & research centers (SIDRA) - Qatar Diabetes Association - Private hospitals - ASPIRE & ASPETAR - Supreme Council of Education & schools - Sports clubs and nutrition clinics - Private nutrition clinics - Food service industry - Hotel food service - Health spas - Schools and universities - Research centers Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 33

Statistical information 2016-2017 Total Number of Students Contact Information College of Health Sciences Office Tel: (+974) 4403 4800 Fax: (+974) 4403 4801 Email: health@qu.edu.qa 6% 94% Bachelors Masters 34 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Arts and Sciences - Arts Majors Major Available to Available in Foundation Program Credit Hours Arabic Language Female Arabic 120 Literature and Linguistics Female 120 History Arabic 120 International Affairs Arabic 120 Mass communication Arabic 126 Policies, planning and Development Arabic 120 Sociology Female Arabic 120 Social Work Arabic 120 Psychology Female Arabic 120 Arts and Sciences - Sciences Majors Biology Female 120 Chemistry 120 Environmental Sciences 126 Statistics 120 Sport Science 120 Mathematics Female 120 College of Health Sciences Biomedical Female 135 Human Nutrition Female 132 Public Health Female 120 College of Business and Economics Accounting Arabic- 125 Finance Arabic- 125 Management Arabic- 125 Marketing Arabic- 125 College of Law Law Arabic 123 College of Education Primary Education with Concentration Area in: (Arabic Studies - Early Childhood- Math and Science) Female Arabic 120 Primary Education with Concentration Area in Female 120 Secondary Education with Concentration Area in (Arabic - Islamic Studies - Social Studies) Female Arabic 120 Secondary Education with Concentration Area in (Biology - Chemistry - Physics - Math) 120 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 35

Secondary Education with Concentration Area in 120 Physical Education Arabic 120 College of Engineering Architecture Female 160 Chemical Engineering 131 Civil Engineering Male 131 Computer Engineering 128 Computer Science 120 Electrical Engineering 131 Industrial and Systems Engineering Female 128 Mechanical Engineering Male 131 College of Medicine Medicine College of Pharmacy - Pharmacy Female 173 College of Sharia and Islamic Studies Quran and Sunnah Arabic 126 Doctrine and Dawa Arabic 132 Islamic Studies Arabic 132 Fiqh and Usul al Fiqh Arabic 132 36 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

High School Percentage Exception All applicants who do not satisfy the initial high school percentage requirements listed above may still apply to the college and major of their choice by completing 12 years of formal education and satisfying the minimum competency requirements based on the college they apply to as follows: Applicants to the Colleges of Arts, Business and Economics, Education, Law, and Sharia: Mathematics A minimum score of 24 in ACT Math OR A minimum score of 550 in SAT (General Math Component- Old version) OR A minimum score of 570 in SAT(General Math component- New version) Applicants to the Colleges of Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Health Sciences: A minimum score of 5.5 in IELTS OR A minimum score of 500 in TOEFL Mathematics A minimum score of 24 in ACT Math OR A minimum score of 550 in SAT (General Math Component- Old version) OR A minimum score of 570 in SAT(General Math component- New version) The Dean of the College will consider such requests against the quality and depth of the applicant pool, the available capacity within the applicant s intended major, and high school subject grades. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 37

Foundation Program-Qatar University The Foundation Program seeks to improve the Mathematics and skills of students who could not achieve the required test scores required for Science, Health Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine, and Education (Secondary Education with concentrations in Sciences only) Colleges. What do I need to know about the Foundation Program? It is a one-year experience with a provision for completion in a maximum of two years. Students must achieve a score of 70% and above to pass all foundation courses. Foundation Program courses are noncredit courses. Foundation Program consists of two levels in (Elementary and Intermediate) and one level in Math. Exemption from the Foundation Program Exemption from the Foundation - : New students do not have to take foundation courses if they achieve any of the below mentioned exemption test scores. Test Score TOEFL (Test of as a Foreign Language) 61 500 Internet Based (ibt) Paper Based (pbt) IELTS (International Language Testing System) 5.5 ACCUPLACER ESL 400 100 100 Aggregate Score ESL Reading Skills ESL Language in Use 38 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Exemption from foundation - Math course: Students will be exempted from Elementary Algebra (Math 021) or Pre-Calculus (Math P100) according to the scores described in the following table: Test SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) General Math component only New SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) General Math component only ACT (American College Test) -International /Residual ACCUPLACER Math (APL Elementary Algebra) SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) General Math component only New SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) General Math component only ACT (American College Test) ACCUPLACER Math (APL College Level Math) Exemption Score 500 530 21 82 550 570 24 95 Course MATH 021 Elementary Algebra Contact details of Foundation Program departments: Foundation Program Department of : Location: Women s Foundation Building (D05)- 301 Tel.: 4403 5330 / 4403 5335 / 4403 5466 / 4403 5443 Email: fpde@qu.edu.qa Foundation Program Department of Math: Location: Women s Foundation Building (D05)- 314 Tel.: 4403 5329 / 4403 5505 Email: fmcqu@qu.edu.qa Qatar University Testing Center Location: College of Medicine (H12) Tel.: 44035522 Email: QUTCSupport@qu.edu.qa Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 39

Student Programs and Services QU presents a variety of services such as counseling, career services, financial aids, housing, special needs services, international students services, learning support, information technology, textbook and others. Some of the services include: Academic Advising Once admitted to Qatar University, each student is assigned to a full time academic advisor who is available to meet with the student. Academic advisors provide general assistance in educational planning. Advisors provide students with information on QU academic policies and regulations and help students identify and access useful campus resources. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their advisors throughout the year, especially prior to course registration each semester. Academic Scholarship Qatar University supports a wide variety of scholarships to students from various nationalities each academic year in order to attract highly qualified students. Academic Support The Student Learning Support Center (SLSC) provides academic support services to all students at QU. The SLSC is a welcoming environment where students can seek assistance with academic coursework, writing assignments, transitioning to college academic life, and other academic issues. SLSC services include: peer tutoring, the Writing Lab, the Arabic Writing Lab, the Math lab, the Language Lab, and academic success and writing workshops. The SLSC s Supplemental Instruction (SI) program supports students in courses with historically high failure rates. Students striving to improve their academic performance may also seek individual academic coaching services from the professional staff at the Center. Student Activities The Student Activities Department aims to promote and enhance QU s mission through creation of learning opportunities for students to help them develop an integrate mental, physical, spiritual, and social personality. Career Services Center The Career Services Center (CSC) is a part of the Students Affairs sector at Qatar University. The center is responsible for Career Counseling as well as career development programs and training services, which can help our students, and Alumni identify possible career options that match their majors, skills, and interest. CSC provides the best job opportunities in the labor market after graduation. It also provides QU students with student employment opportunities on campus during their study period, as well as, helps them find sponsorship and internship opportunities by different labor market sectors. 40 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

Special Needs Qatar University makes every effort to ensure fair and appropriate access to programs, services, facilities, and activities for its students with special needs. QU Library Qatar University Library (QUL) provides high quality information services to members of the QU Community, its local and international partners, and to all of Qatari society. QUL has extensive book collections in print and digital format. It subscribes to scholarly databases in all areas taught at Qatar University and provides trainings in general research techniques and information literacy. Parents Unit The purpose of the Parents Program is to facilitate, develop and nurture the lifelong relationships between the University and parents and help them become partners with the university in the education, development and retention of QU students which will support the educational mission of the University. We publish a Parent Handbook each academic year to give essential information to parents relating to campus life, facilities, University contact information, and the program of study. International Students International Student Section (ISS) supports one of Qatar University approaches in welcoming students from all over the world by adapting different practices that assist applicants from outside Qatar to enroll wide variety of programs in any academic level in the university. Additionally, ISS maintains services that support the enrolled international student s personal growth and progress to reach the academic success at QU; and mentor them to acquire the benefits of the university student-services programs and provides consistent care until they graduate. In addition, ISS manage all admission processes of the Arabic for Non- Native Speakers program, and ease the enrollment of the admitted students until they graduate and leave to their countries. Student Counseling Center Provide students with ample opportunities to develop greater self-understanding to identify and solve problems, and to improve academic performance through the alleviation of psychological, emotional, and cognitive impediments. Registration Department The Registration Department at Qatar University provides various services to undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. We are responsible for registration support and maintenance of all students records, as well as serving all faculty members and staff. Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018 41

Honors Program The Honors program is a community of exceptional, motivated, and innovative minds. It serves as a vehicle to enhance the intellectual quality and inspire the academic culture of the University. The program encompasses all undergraduate colleges and programs in the university. Honors Benefits: Members of the Qatar University Honors program have the following academic opportunities available to them: - Recognition at graduation and on the transcript of successful participation in a challenging, high-quality honors program. - Innovative courses created especially for the Honors Program by outstanding scholars/teachers. - Participation and intensive faculty guidance. - Priority for Undergraduate Research Funding. - A scholarship, if the student persists in good standing as a member of the college-wide - Honors Program and maintains a GPA of 3.5. - Opportunities for outstanding Honors students for Conference Attendance Support. - Annual Honors Program Awards for the best academic performance and best services award. - Possibility of attendance of conferences and events sponsored by Industrial sponsors. - Possibilities for Funding for Senior projects and Capstone Honors Thesis. - Free joining fees for QU clubs or %25 reduction in other selected clubs. - Honors students will have priority scholarships for Master and PhD studies at QU and GTAs. - Priority for students IAESTE exchange program. - Priority for internship and summer training. Contact information Qatar University The Men s Building, Room 103 / 104 P.O. Box 2713 Doha-Qatar Phone: (+974) 4403-4990 E-Mail: quhonors@qu.edu.qa 42 Undergraduate Prospectus 2017-2018

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