The College of Medicine (CMED) at Qatar University (QU) was founded in October 2014, following an Emiri Directive and a thorough feasibility study as a joint initiative by Qatar University and Hamad Medical Corporation. It admitted the first cohort of students in Fall 2015.
CMED plays an integral part of Qatar University’s Health Cluster (QU Health), where synergistic interprofessional and interdisciplinary efforts of all cluster members come together in the areas of teaching, research, and community outreach; therefore, helping advance knowledge in the field, addressing local and regional challenges, and contributing to population health aligned with the future needs of Qatar.
Building on best practice models from Europe and the United States, the College offers a six-year MD program, largely focused on problem-based learning. Students will develop their skills actively by learning about all major organ systems in an integrated way through patient cases, studying in small groups guided by experienced faculty members, and developing clinical and communication skills from the beginning, all while using the most innovative technologies available.
The College of Medicine aims to make contributions to medical education, patient care, medical research and community outreach and is fully aligned with Qatar’s national strategies in Education and Health, as well as Qatar University’s strategic plan.
Vision
To be a leading college of medicine and college of choice for top students and local and international academics, a driving force for innovation across the national healthcare sector addressing core national challenges, and a secure source of high quality, trusted physicians for Qatar.
Mission
- To graduate physicians and future leaders for the Qatar healthcare sector who are competent, caring, compassionate and motivated with a strong sense of responsibility towards the health of the community.
- To foster excellence in education, research, creativity and innovation, and to contribute to finding solutions for the health needs of the country and the region.
- To advance the health of the nation by supporting the national health strategy and by adding strength to the existing healthcare system through integration and synergy.
- To build a culture of diversity that sustains an environment which attracts, nurtures and retains the highest quality students, faculty, staff and administration in the Qatar context.