Welcome to the Deanship of General Studies at Qatar University (QU).
Through distinguished programs as well as an internationally recognized Testing Center, the Deanship aims to put
students on the right path to future success.
We strive to instill QU’s graduate attributes in our students to encourage them to be civically engaged and
become responsible citizens capable of leading the socioeconomic development in Qatar. Throughout their
studies at QU, students will be supported through our Programs and Center.
Our programs are the Core Curriculum Program (CCP), Foundation Program (FP), Honors Program, and the Testing
Center (TC).
The CCP offers a common academic experience that binds students from diverse disciplines together. In addition,
the Foundation Program is committed to developing students’ English language proficiency and math skills to a
level that will allow them to succeed in the academic programs of Qatar University. Through our Honors Program (HP), we aim to provide
talented, ambitious, and highly motivated students with an enriched cross- disciplinary academic experience with
a focus on the development of excellent lifelong learning habits. Finally, our distinguished and renowned TC
provides supports QU students and the wider community in assessing their knowledge, skills, and abilities as
they relate to higher education. Recently, the Testing Center got the highest grade of excellence from
Pearson VUE.
I am proud of our Directors, Faculty and Staff members as they strive to deliver the best education, mentorship
and quality opportunities to our QU community. Our team come from diverse backgrounds, expertise and
specializations. This in turn attributes to the distinction and wide impact of the Deanship of General Studies.
I would like to invite you to check our website and learn more about what the Deanship offers within QU.
Professor Ibrahim Alkaabi
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dean of General Studies