<br />As part of the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to enhance collaboration between universities and various state institutions, and under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Department of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Industries at the College of Engineering and Engineering Technologies organized a specialized workshop addressing key topics in higher education and scientific research. The workshop was supervised by Assistant Professor Dr. Azhar Mohsen Abdul, Dean of the College.<br /><br />Key Topics of the Workshop:<br />The Bologna System and Its Impact on Higher Education and Scientific Research, focusing on the implementation mechanisms and its compatibility with the local academic environment.<br />University Ranking According to Times Higher Education (THE) Standards, discussing strategies universities can adopt to improve their global ranking and enhance the quality of education and research.<br />The workshop featured participation from a distinguished group of academics and experts, including:<br /><br />Assistant Professor Dr. Wasan Adnan Hashim from Al-Qalam University College, an expert in the Bologna System and Artificial Intelligence, and a representative of the Ministry in the Kurdistan Region.<br />Assistant Professor Dr. Samira Tawfiq Saeed from the Supervision and Quality Assurance Authority at the Ministry of Higher Education in Erbil, who provided insights into academic quality standards and global rankings.<br />The workshop was attended by the Vice President for Scientific Affairs, along with several deans, deputies, department heads, and directors of scientific units at the university, reflecting the institution’s strong commitment to enhancing academic and research performance in line with the latest international standards.<br /><br />At the conclusion of the workshop, the distinguished guests were honored with shields and certificates of appreciation in recognition of their outstanding efforts and valuable contributions to advancing academic knowledge and improving educational performance at the university.<br /><br />This event is part of Al-Mustaqbal University’s ongoing efforts to strengthen academic networking and attract distinguished expertise to develop higher education and keep pace with the latest global trends—particularly those related to the Times Higher Education Ranking, one of the most prominent global indicators measuring university performance in research, teaching quality, and academic reputation.<br /><br />Al-Mustaqbal University – The First in Iraq.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />