Directorate of Scholarships
and Cultural Relations
Al-Turath University
Our Vision
To establish the Directorate of Scholarships and Cultural Relations at Al-Turath University as a distinguished institutional hub for international academic engagement, recognized for building credible global partnerships, advancing intercultural dialogue, and enabling sustainable cooperation that strengthens the University’s regional and international academic standing.
Our Mission
The Directorate of Scholarships and Cultural Relations is committed to facilitating high-quality academic and cultural cooperation between Al-Turath University and reputable institutions worldwide. It supports students, faculty members, and researchers through structured international partnerships, exchange opportunities, scholarship pathways, and collaborative initiatives that enhance educational quality, research capacity, and institutional visibility.
Strategic Objectives
- Expand and diversify international partnerships with accredited universities, research centers, and academic networks in alignment with the University’s priorities.
- Develop and strengthen academic exchange pathways for students and faculty members through transparent, merit-based, and well-coordinated mechanisms.
- Enhance access to scholarships and study opportunities by improving guidance, nomination processes, and institutional coordination with national and international bodies.
- Promote collaborative research and scholarly engagement through joint projects, conferences, workshops, and academic events with partner institutions.
- Support institutional internationalization by embedding global cooperation into teaching, research, and community engagement activities.
- Advance quality and institutional readiness through partnerships that contribute to benchmarking, capacity building, and academic development.
- Strengthen the University’s global academic profile through sustained representation in international forums, networks, and cooperative initiatives.
- Institutionalize documentation and follow-up practices to ensure that all international cooperation activities are traceable, assessable, and continuously improved.
Operational Objectives
- Coordinate and monitor memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and cooperation agreements to ensure effective implementation and periodic review.
- Provide clear procedural support for student and staff mobility, including nominations, documentation, correspondence, and institutional liaison.
- Maintain an updated database of partnerships, scholarships, and opportunities accessible to relevant university stakeholders.
- Organize and support international academic activities (seminars, conferences, visits, and cultural programs) in coordination with colleges and departments.
- Publish accurate and evidence-based information on scholarships, exchange programs, and international opportunities through official communication channels.