Al Mustaqbal University Enhances the Quality of Bologna Process Implementation Through an International Academic Evaluation

02/11/2026   Share :        
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In a step reflecting its commitment to developing its educational system in accordance with international academic standards, Al Mustaqbal University hosted the Turkish international evaluator, Dr. E. Burak Arıkan, assigned by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, to conduct an external evaluation of the university’s experience in implementing the Bologna Process and assess the alignment of its academic practices with the requirements of the European Higher Education Area. The visit was attended by the President of Al Mustaqbal University, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, the University President’s Assistants, the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision, college deans, heads of scientific departments, quality assurance officers, and a number of academic and administrative leaders. The visit included a specialized workshop addressing the theoretical foundations and practical mechanisms of the Bologna Process, highlighting its role in achieving a qualitative transformation in university education through learning outcomes, student-centered learning, skills and competencies development, as well as modernizing teaching and assessment methods and strengthening quality assurance principles. The university presented its experience in implementing the Bologna Process across eight colleges: Engineering, Engineering Technologies, Science, Administrative Sciences, Law, Agricultural Technologies, Nursing, and Arts. The university also outlined its plans to expand implementation during the 2026–2027 academic year to include three additional colleges: Education, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, and Fine Arts. The workshop further featured in-depth academic discussions and evaluation sessions covering the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), academic workload, course descriptions, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and a review of the university’s institutional documents and supporting evidence. These activities aimed to assess the current implementation status and identify potential areas for development. The evaluation sessions emphasized the importance of enhancing the efficiency of Bologna Process implementation and developing academic programs in alignment with European quality standards, thereby improving university educational outcomes and strengthening their alignment with labor market requirements. This visit reflects Al Mustaqbal University’s commitment to engaging with international academic experiences and benefiting from specialized evaluation expertise. It also supports the university’s ongoing institutional development, enhances the quality of higher education, and reinforces its position among academic institutions striving for excellence in accordance with global standards. Al Mustaqbal University The First University in Iraq