International agreements and memoranda of understanding

Based on the mutual desire between the two universities to deepen scientific cooperation relations and the desire of each to deepen and strengthen cooperation between them in all common scientific fields, it was decided to conclude a joint cooperation agreement as follows: Article One: Joint Scientific Work The two universities will exchange documents and information that serve their scientific research and higher education programs. The two universities will cooperate in conducting joint scientific research of a strategic nature at the national and international levels. The two universities will exchange invitations to participate in conferences, seminars, exhibitions, and other scientific and academic activities held at each university. The two universities will cooperate in various fields of studies, consultations, and expertise. The University of Homs will provide scientific support, advice, and administrative expertise. to the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, with the aim of facilitating the university's work. The University of Homs contributes to teaching at the Arab Private University for Science and Technology in the specializations available therein through the exchange of teachers and lecturers. The University of Homs announces its willingness to contribute to examining the accreditation standards for the educational programs to be adopted at the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, through its committees, in exchange for a subsequent agreement concluded between the two universities. Article Two: Graduate Studies and Scientific Research The two parties shall cooperate in supervising and evaluating graduate theses in accordance with the regulations in force in both countries. The two universities shall exchange the regulations and rules governing their graduate studies. Each party shall inform the other of the areas and topics of scientific research it is conducting and that need to be conducted. Conducting scientific research procedures Joint. The two universities will cooperate in the field of authoring, translating books, and joint publishing. The two parties will exchange documents, publications, periodicals, and books published by each of them. Article Three: Exchange of Academic Visits The two sides will exchange academic visits by members of the teaching and technical staff for the purpose of giving lectures, teaching, training, and scientific research. The two universities will exchange student visits for undergraduate and graduate students in various scientific fields to benefit from the scientific capabilities available at each university for training and conducting scientific research. Exchange of faculty members on loan between the two scientific institutions for a renewable academic year by agreement between the two parties in accordance with applicable regulations. Permitting students from the Arab Private University for Science and Technology to conduct some lessons and practical applications in the laboratories of the University of Homs. The method and fees for this process will be determined by a subsequent agreement. Article Four: Financial Conditions The costs of any mutual activities between the two parties shall be agreed upon through official correspondence. Article Five: The agreement shall be effective for a period of five years from the date of its ratification by the competent authorities in accordance with the regulations in force at both parties. The agreement shall be automatically renewed annually after its expiration unless one party notifies the other party in official writing of its desire to terminate it six months prior to the renewal date. Any clause or article of this agreement may be amended, changed, or added to the articles of this agreement after consultation and agreement between the two universities through official means. This shall be considered effective after its ratification by both parties in accordance with the procedures followed by each of them.

Professor Dr. Muhammad Yahya Mualla, President of the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, headed an academic delegation consisting of Professor Dr. Ahmed Zahi Al-Shawaf, Professor Dr. Abdul Razzaq Al-Sufi and students from the Faculties of Petroleum Industries Engineering and Chemical Industries Engineering to Kazan State University in Russia (founded in 1804) in order to review its educational programs, and work to coordinate with its scientific and administrative cadres in order to conclude an academic cooperation agreement that benefits our university, which seeks to develop its scientific outputs and prepare them with appropriate scientific and practical preparation. This scientific visit resulted in scientific results, the most notable of which are: 1- Concluding a scientific cooperation agreement that involves sending a number of students from all of the university’s faculties and higher institutes to attend training courses for a period of two to six months in the summer, and to receive Their counterparts at our university. 2- The possibility of sending a number of our university professors to conduct scientific research in the laboratories of Kazan University. 3- The possibility of joint academic supervision of graduate theses at both universities. 4- Conduct joint scientific research of interest to both parties. 5- Attending conferences and seminars held by both universities. 6- Publishing the results of joint scientific research in publishing outlets at the two universities. The professor, the president of the university, held a meeting (in the presence of members of the delegation) that included deans of colleges, deputies, and professors concerned with scientific research. He presented to them an integrated picture of the rationale for the visit and its academic results, and urged them to study the prospects for cooperation and coordination between our university and Kazan University to empower researchers and students. To keep abreast of developments in the fields of their academic specializations, request the study of these topics in the field of the college, and provide the university presidency with joint projects and scientific research. The Professor, President of the University, emphasized the ambitious and hard-working nature of the Kazan University staff and its research students, and this dedication to academic achievement falls within the work ethics that prevail in universities and academic circles with a high scientific reputation. /strong>

A delegation from the Homs Chamber of Industry, headed by Engineer Talal Raslan and members of Mr. Milad Hanna and Dr. Bassam Al-Mansour; They visited the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, and met with the President of the University, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yahya Mualla, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Tamer Al-Rifai, Mr. Khaled Khanjar, a member of the Board of Trustees, and the deans of the colleges.The two parties discussed the available and possible means and methods in order to reach A memorandum of understanding between the Arab Private University for Science and Technology and the Homs Chamber of Industry, with the aim of cooperation in the field of training and qualification; University students are trained in institutions, companies and factories affiliated with the Homs Chamber of Industry for periods ranging from one month to six months.The participation of the two parties in all scientific activities held by the two parties was also discussed, and the discussion also touched on providing the capabilities available in the Homs Chamber of Industry to In order to implement graduation projects for university students in institutions, companies and factories affiliated with the Homs Chamber of Industry.The issue of the Homs Chamber of Industry’s participation in identifying those that can be implemented at the university that contribute to solving the issues that the Homs Chamber of Industry needs was also discussed, including benefiting from The results of this research in a way that serves the areas of interest to the Homs Chamber of Industry, and the attendance of representatives from the Homs Chamber of Industry to the university college councils was also discussed.

Given the cultural relations between the two countries, and recognizing the importance of exchange in the academic field, including teaching and research, as well as the special opportunities provided by enhancing academic and professional contacts between the two universities, the two universities have agreed to enter into this Memorandum of Understanding to establish, develop, and strengthen academic cooperation between them. This agreement aims to encourage exchanges between the parties in all academic fields and activities, as well as between their respective colleges and schools. It also aims to develop cooperation between the two institutions and promote the following activities in particular: Mutual exchange and cooperation between professors, researchers, students, and other academic staff. Conducting joint research projects, whether funded by one party or both universities, as well as those funded by government grants and/or funds Private. Organizing academic programs/courses, seminars, scientific conferences, and other forms of knowledge exchange. Exchanging expertise and programs in areas of common interest. Welcoming any other efforts to achieve mutual benefit for the parties.

Based on the university's desire to conclude a memorandum of cooperation between the university and the commercial and production sectors affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce, and based on the third function of higher education, which is to serve the community and open up to the productive, social, cultural, and local market sectors, and based on the meeting held with the Chamber's Board of Directors on October 15, 2024, the two parties announced their desire to conclude an agreement according to the following items: The university will conduct training courses for students at the end of the academic year for a period of one month in sectors determined by the affiliated chamber. The student may receive a nominal fee as an incentive. The university will adopt scientific research presented by the chamber, which will raise the level of local trade, provided that the sponsor provides the basic requirements for the research and enables the chamber to review research and studies in the commercial field, which will support the chamber's scientific library. Cooperation between the two parties in the field of scientific translation of publications The catalogs provided by the Chamber, which aim to develop local trade in line with global trade development. A 20% discount is calculated on non-medical college fees for children of members of the General Assembly of the Hama Chamber of Commerce. A 10% discount is also calculated on university housing fees, with a 50% discount for the student who achieves first place, 25% for the student who achieves second place, and 20% for the student who achieves third place in the general secondary certificate in the city of Hama. Both parties are permitted to conduct the required advertising after reviewing and approving its content by both parties. The university provides the required spaces (halls, library, auditorium, etc.) to hold exhibitions proposed by the Chamber of Commerce in coordination with the university presidency.

Based on the university's desire to conclude a memorandum of cooperation between the university and the commercial and production sectors affiliated with the Chamber of Industry, and based on the third function of higher education, which is to serve the community and open up to the production, social, cultural, and local market sectors, and based on the meeting held with the Chamber's Board of Directors on October 15, 2024, the two parties announced their desire to conclude an agreement according to the following items: The university will conduct scientific trips to the sectors affiliated with the Chamber, during which students can view production lines and enhance the practical aspect. The university will conduct training courses for students at the end of the academic year for a period of one month in the sectors identified by the affiliated Chamber, for which the student may receive a nominal fee as an incentive. The university will adopt scientific research proposed by the Chamber, which will raise the level of local industry, provided that the sponsor provides the basic requirements for the research and enables the Chamber to view On industrial research and studies that would support the Chamber's scientific library. The two sides will cooperate in the field of scientific translation of publications and catalogs provided by the Chamber, which would develop local industry in line with global industrial development. The university will conduct laboratory tests and scientific consultations requested by the Chamber, according to a fee agreed upon by both parties. A 20% discount will be applied to non-medical college fees for children of members of the General Assembly of the Hama Chamber of Industry, as well as a 10% discount on university housing fees, 50% for students who achieve first place, 25% for students who achieve second place, and 20% for students who achieve third place in the general secondary school certificate in the city of Hama. Both parties will be permitted to conduct the required advertising after reviewing it and approving its content by both parties. The university will provide the required spaces/hallways - Library - Amphitheater... / To hold exhibitions proposed by the Chamber of Industry in coordination with the university presidency.

Based on the mutual desire to enhance scientific and cultural cooperation between Hama University and the Arab University for Science and Technology, and a desire to support and develop joint cooperation between the two universities in the fields of research, training, development, and knowledge dissemination, a Memorandum of Understanding was agreed upon in light of Legislative Decree No. 36 of 2001 regulating private universities and its executive regulations, the relevant decisions of the Higher Education Council, and the rules for academic accreditation of private universities, in accordance with the following articles: Article One: Exchange of Visits The two universities will exchange visits by faculty and administrative staff members for the purpose of exchanging information and expertise, giving lectures, and participating in various academic events. The sending party will bear the travel expenses of its delegates, and the receiving party will bear the accommodation expenses. The two teams will also exchange student visits to learn about the offerings available at both universities. Article Two: In the Field of Scientific and Administrative Activities and Graduate Studies The two universities will work to implement and develop joint research projects that are agreed upon and exchange information about them through direct communication between the relevant colleges and departments, noting the need to clarify the ownership and affiliation of this scientific research. The two universities will exchange invitations to participate in conferences, seminars, research groups, workshops, and sports, artistic, social, and cultural activities held by both universities. Joint training courses will be held for faculty and administrative staff from both universities. Providing the opportunity for graduate students at Hama University to benefit from the laboratories and equipment available at the Arab University for Science and Technology, in coordination between The two universities. Article Three: Exchange of Publications and Scientific Documents The two universities shall exchange all publications, printed materials, books, research journals, and periodicals issued by them, subject to the applicable laws and regulations pertaining to intellectual and literary property rights. Benefit from the electronic libraries available at both universities, provided that this does not conflict with the approved internal regulations. Article Four: Executive Program The two universities, through similar colleges, shall develop a detailed executive program for cooperation that defines the aspects of joint cooperation in accordance with the applicable regulations and laws at both universities. A joint committee from both universities shall also be formed for evaluation and follow-up, to meet at least once a year. This agreement shall include all The currently existing similar colleges and any colleges that will open later. Article Five: Mutual Support Both universities will provide support to the individuals participating in the work program by providing them with the information and facilities required for cooperation, in addition to resolving other problems related to organizational matters in accordance with legal procedures. Article Six: Final Provisions The agreement will enter into force after both parties have signed it and it has been approved by the Higher Education Council. It will remain in effect for three years and may be renewed for another three years upon agreement between the two universities. Either university may terminate this agreement by providing written notice to the other party. It will become effective three months after the other party receives the termination request. Any amendment, change, or addition may be made. An item or article of this agreement shall be added to the articles of this agreement after consultation and agreement between the two parties through formal means. It shall be deemed effective after it is signed by both parties in accordance with the procedures followed by each party and approved by the Higher Education Council. All details related to the implementation of the provisions of this agreement shall be clarified in an additional appendix approved by the Higher Education Council.

Based on the mutual desire between the two universities to deepen scientific cooperation relations and the desire of each to deepen and strengthen cooperation between them in all joint scientific fields, it was decided to conclude a goodwill agreement for scientific and administrative cooperation (its provisions are listed below): Article One: Joint Scientific Work The two universities will exchange documents and information that serve their scientific research and higher education programs. The two universities will cooperate in conducting joint scientific research of a strategic nature at the national and international levels. The two universities will exchange invitations to participate in conferences, seminars, exhibitions, and other scientific and academic activities held at each university. The two universities will cooperate in various fields of studies, consultations, and expertise. Providing scientific support, advice, and expertise to the Arab League Private University for Science and Technology. The oldest university contributes to teaching at the Arab Private University for Science and Technology in the specializations available to it through the exchange of teachers and lecturers. Mutual accreditation of graduate degrees by the two universities according to academic standards agreed upon by both universities. Article Two: Graduate Studies and Scientific Research The two parties shall cooperate in supervising and evaluating graduate theses through the applicable regulations. The two universities shall exchange the regulations and rules governing their graduate studies. Each party shall inform the other of the areas and topics of scientific research it is conducting and that need to be conducted. Conduct joint scientific research. The two universities shall cooperate in the fields of authorship, translation of books, and joint publishing. The two parties shall exchange documents, publications, pamphlets, and periodicals. and books published by each of them. Article Three: Exchange of Academic Visits The two sides will exchange academic visits by members of the teaching and technical staff for the purpose of giving lectures, teaching, training, and scientific review. The two universities will exchange student visits for undergraduate and graduate students in various scientific fields to benefit from the scientific capabilities available at each university for training and conducting scientific research. Exchange of loan of faculty members between the two scientific institutions for a renewable academic year by agreement between the two parties in accordance with applicable regulations. Article Four: Financial Conditions The costs of any mutual activities between the two parties will be agreed upon through official correspondence. Article Fifth: The agreement is considered valid for a period of five years from the date of its ratification by the competent authorities in accordance with the regulations in force between both parties. The agreement is automatically renewed for an additional five years after its expiration unless one party notifies the other party in official writing of its desire to terminate it six months prior to the renewal date. Any clause or article of this agreement may be amended, changed, or added to the articles of this agreement after consultation and agreement between the two universities through official means. This shall be considered valid after its ratification by both parties in accordance with the procedures followed by each of them.

Based on the mutual desire between the two universities to deepen scientific cooperation relations and the desire of each to deepen and strengthen cooperation between them in all joint scientific fields, it was decided to conclude a goodwill agreement for scientific and administrative cooperation (its provisions are listed below): Article One: Joint Scientific Work The two universities will exchange documents and information that serve their scientific research and higher education programs. The two universities will cooperate in conducting joint scientific research of a strategic nature at the national and international levels. The two universities will exchange invitations to participate in conferences, seminars, exhibitions, and other scientific and academic activities held at each university. The two universities will cooperate in various fields of studies, consultations, and expertise. Providing scientific support, advice, and expertise to the Arab League Private University for Science and Technology. The oldest university contributes to teaching at the Arab Private University for Science and Technology in the specializations available to it through the exchange of teachers and lecturers. Mutual accreditation of graduate degrees by the two universities according to academic standards agreed upon by both universities. Article Two: Graduate Studies and Scientific Research The two parties shall cooperate in supervising and evaluating graduate theses through the applicable regulations. The two universities shall exchange the regulations and rules governing their graduate studies. Each party shall inform the other of the areas and topics of scientific research it is conducting and that need to be conducted. Conduct joint scientific research. The two universities shall cooperate in the fields of authorship, translation of books, and joint publishing. The two parties shall exchange documents, publications, pamphlets, and periodicals. and books published by each of them. Article Three: Exchange of Academic Visits The two sides will exchange academic visits by members of the teaching and technical staff for the purpose of giving lectures, teaching, training, and scientific review. The two universities will exchange student visits for undergraduate and graduate students in various scientific fields to benefit from the scientific capabilities available at each university for training and conducting scientific research. Exchange of loan of faculty members between the two scientific institutions for a renewable academic year by agreement between the two parties in accordance with applicable regulations. Article Four: Financial Conditions The costs of any mutual activities between the two parties will be agreed upon through official correspondence. Article Fifth: The agreement is considered valid for a period of five years from the date of its ratification by the competent authorities in accordance with the regulations in force between both parties. The agreement is automatically renewed for an additional five years after its expiration unless one party notifies the other party in official writing of its desire to terminate it six months prior to the renewal date. Any clause or article of this agreement may be amended, changed, or added to the articles of this agreement after consultation and agreement between the two universities through official means. This shall be considered valid after its ratification by both parties in accordance with the procedures followed by each of them.

In a move to enhance academic cooperation and knowledge exchange, a delegation from the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, headed by Dr. Adnan Younis, President of the University, visited Al-Maaref University for Applied Sciences in Idlib Governorate. Dr. Mahdi Al-Kul, President of Al-Maaref University, was at the forefront of those receiving the delegation. The visit witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the two universities aimed at enhancing academic cooperation, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives. The Memorandum of Understanding includes a framework for mutual cooperation in various fields, including the exchange of academic and administrative expertise, the development of joint academic programs, and the promotion of joint research and projects. The agreement also includes the organization of joint academic conferences and events, in addition to academic support and development initiatives. Dr. Adnan Younis expressed his happiness with this cooperation, indicating that this agreement represents an important step towards strengthening education and scientific research between higher education institutions, emphasizing the Arab University's commitment to exchanging knowledge and expertise with Al-Maaref University to achieve academic excellence. The Arab University delegation also included Board members Dr. Majed Sharbak, Dr. Qusay Al-Munjed, and Dr. Nabil Al-Qaseer, and from Al-Maaref University, Dr. Hamdo Ibrahim, Dean of the College of Mechatronics; Dr. Mustafa Kayali, Dean of the College of Languages and Quality Officer; and Mr. Khaled Wazir Ali, Administrative Director at the University. This agreement complements the visit made by Al-Maaref University to the Arab Private University for Science and Technology earlier, and is part of the two universities' efforts to promote higher education and create an integrated educational environment that supports innovation and enhances communication between researchers and students.

In a move that reflects its commitment to cooperation in the fields of education and scientific research, the Arab University for Science and Technology signed a cooperation agreement with the Istanbul-based Rushd Virtual University (Rushd Academy), whose founding president is Professor Mulham Al-Droubi, a Syrian national. The agreement aims to establish a framework for mutual cooperation that enhances innovation, learning, and knowledge exchange between the two institutions. The areas of cooperation include several key areas, including the exchange of academic and administrative expertise and the development of a joint diploma in reconstruction. In a statement, Dr. Adnan Younis, President of the Arab University for Science and Technology, said: "The signing of this agreement represents a step towards strengthening academic and research cooperation between leading educational institutions. We believe that international cooperation is the key to achieving academic excellence and developing capabilities." For his part, Professor Mulham Al-Droubi, Founding President of Rushd Virtual University, expressed his happiness at signing this agreement, saying: " This partnership reflects our commitment to providing high-quality education and opening new horizons for students through the exchange of knowledge and expertise. We are excited to work with the Arab Private University to achieve our shared goals. The signing of the agreement was attended by Dr. Mustafa Al-Masry, Vice President for Administrative Affairs, Dr. Majed Sharbak, Dr. Nabil Al-Qaseer, Dr. Qusay Al-Munjed, and Mr. Raslan Al-Barazi, members of the University Company's Board of Directors.