Mission
Promote interdisciplinary and innovative graduate studies and academic research to advance in-depth knowledge of issues related to the Gulf region.
Objectives
Provide a Qatar University-based Gulf Studies Center of international excellence offering multidisciplinary postgraduate academic programs and cutting edge research on the Gulf region.
Stimulate and advance education and research on a broad range of political, economic, social, environmental, cultural and security issues, and other matters relating to the Gulf region.
Foster thoughtful dialogue among students, scholars, and practitioners of Gulf affairs and facilitate the free flow of ideas and knowledge thus promoting scholarly interest in the region.
Develop a forum for develop a forum for innovative scholarship and academic research to foster interdisciplinary Gulf studies research led teaching.
Engage in outreach activities with a wide range of local, regional, and international partners.