Al-Mustaqbal University Hosts an International Evaluator to Assess the Implementation of the Bologna Process in Accordance with European Standards

01/11/2026   Share :        
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Hosted Al-Mustaqbal University, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Turkish international evaluator Dr. E. Burak Arıkan, assigned by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, to conduct an external evaluation visit of the University's experience in implementing the Bologna Process and assess the extent to which its academic practices comply with the standards of the European Higher Education Area. The visit took place in the University's Presidency Ceremonial Hall. The visit was attended by the University President, Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi; the Dean of the College of Engineering and Engineering Technologies, Professor Dr. Azhar Mohsen Abd; the University Assistants to the President; the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision; college deans; heads of academic departments; quality assurance officials; and several academic and administrative leaders. The activities began with a specialized workshop, opened with a speech on behalf of the University President by the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision. The speech emphasized the importance of the Bologna Process as a qualitative transformation in the higher education system, focusing on learning outcomes, student-centered education, skills and competencies development, modernization of teaching and assessment methods, quality assurance, and continuous improvement. The international evaluator delivered a scientific presentation addressing the philosophy of the Bologna Process and its implementation mechanisms. This was followed by academic discussions and specialized evaluation sessions covering the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), student workload, course descriptions, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and a review of the University's institutional documents, evidence, and adopted practices. Al-Mustaqbal University currently implements the Bologna Process in eight colleges: Engineering, Engineering Technologies, Sciences, Administrative Sciences, Law, Agricultural Technologies, Nursing, and Arts. The University also plans to expand its implementation during the 2026–2027 academic year to include three additional colleges: Education, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, and Fine Arts. The evaluation sessions also focused on identifying strengths and areas for improvement, discussing mechanisms to enhance the effectiveness of implementation, improving the quality of academic programs, and aligning their outcomes with labor market requirements. These efforts aim to strengthen the University's academic standing and expand its presence at both local and international levels. This visit aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), through improving educational quality, developing skills and competencies, and supporting innovation and institutional modernization. Al-Mustaqbal University continues its efforts to develop its educational environment and enhance its academic performance in accordance with international standards, guided by its vision of becoming a leading university in education, scientific research, and community service. These efforts further reinforce its distinguished position as the number one private university in Iraq.