King Khalid University Signs 6 International Partnership Agreements
King Khalid University under the auspices of the International Affairs Administration is taking the necessary steps to lay the groundwork and subsequently fulfill its commitment to forming partnerships and applicable joint ventures with other educational institutions and government entities throughout the world. By integrating educational programs and systems with highly reputable partners around the globe, the university will achieve its goals through advanced research activities and community outreach. During the 1439-40 AH academic year, the International Affairs Administration signed 6 international partnership programs. The partnerships were formed with the Saudi Cultural Attaché in the United Kingdom, Swansea University in the United Kingdom, New Mexico State University in the United States of America, Jawaharlal Nehru University in India, Jamia Millia Islamia in India, and Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University in the Kingdom of Morocco.
The International Affairs Administration also participated in a number of high profile events; most notably, the Fourth International Scholarship Conference hosted by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the Fourth International Academic Partnerships Conference held by King Abdulaziz University. Additionally, the administration coordinated several scholarly international visits as part of the university's goal to build international relations and share expertise.
Vice Rector of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dr. Saad Al-Amri, explained that King Khalid University is determined to forge ahead with the expansion of international partnerships and agreements, and exchange expertise in specialized research fields. He added that the university has been successful in creating the 6 partnerships as mentioned above due to strong support from the Ministry of Education. Vice Rector Al-Amri stressed that we must continue to develop the framework and regulations that will continue to foster these cooperative programs. "These programs and integrated partnerships will ultimately lead to cutting-edge research breakthroughs, joint degree programs, and help raise our international ranking," he asserted.
International Affairs Administration Supervisor, Dr. Mohammed Al-Shughibi, explained that the administration is currently working on a comprehensive five-year strategic plan that would result in King Khalid University's international recognition as a top 200 institution in the world by the year 2030. A critical part of this strategic plan is continuous performance improvement, the constant expansion of specific objectives, and ensuring the success of partnerships and joint ventures. He added that there would be many specific programs targeting continuous development of faculty members and students in scientific research and learning skills.
The International Affairs Administration is helping the university to stay on the leading edge of global scientific and applied research. Through these partnerships and agreements, King Khalid University will further enhance its standing within the academic community and raise the bar for scientific research and complex program management in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
