Where Women Excel
by: BTM - Fri, 02 Aug 2024
Royal University for Women (RUW) President, Prof. Riyad Hamzah, provides insight into what makes Royal University for Women a unique higher education institution for high school graduates.
The Royal University for Women has been at the forefront of higher education for women in Bahrain and the wider region since its founding in 2005. RUW’s unmatched initiatives show themselves through some of the community-reassuring projects, such as the solar energy prototype facility and the establishment of a women’s research centre.
Prof. Hamzah delves into the university’s growth from various perspectives. The leadership’s commitment to expanding programmes that cater to women’s needs and career aspirations, prioritising research on women’s leadership, workforce challenges, and economic empowerment, and fostering regional collaboration within the higher education field is a testament to the bright future of the university.
The upcoming academic year, 2024/25, promises to be an exciting and fulfilling experience for prospective students. The RUW team is gearing up to integrate advanced technology, including AI tools, into their curriculums. This forward-thinking approach, coupled with the development of programmes to enhance soft skills and practical knowledge, is sure to prepare students for the demands of the modern job market.
RUW continues to contribute to its students and Bahrain’s vision by introducing sustainability initiatives with schools, implementing eco-friendly practices, incorporating sustainability into their curriculum and campus operations, providing internships in various fields, and embedding transferable skills into the core of the curriculum and educational values.
