QU Health at Qatar University (QU) established in 2017 in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030, is the national provider of higher education in health and medicine and is the largest academic cluster in the region. QU Health works to address Qatar’s evolving needs and healthcare system. It strives to be recognized as a leader in health profession education, research, clinical care, and community engagement through interprofessional collaboration and partnership. The institution aims to inspire and empower individuals, ultimately driving excellence and innovation for healthier communities.
QU Health is comprised of five colleges: Pharmacy, Medicine, Health Sciences, Dental Medicine, and Nursing. It offers nine undergraduate programmes in health professions, including Pharmacy, Medicine, Dental Medicine, Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, Human Nutrition, Physiotherapy, Public Health and Speech and Language Pathology.
QU Health is passionate about ensuring excellence at every level in the institution. In 2023, QU made big progress in its rankings. According to the prestigious QS World University Rankings, QU soared to an impressive position at 173rd worldwide. Notably, QU’s outstanding performance extends beyond the global stage. In the Arab region, it proudly holds the title of being the second top university. It jumped from the 250th spot in 2022 to the top 150th globally in the field of Pharmacy & Pharmacology in the QS Subject Ranking. In the fields of Life Sciences & Medicine, it places in the top 300, and in Medicine, the top 350.
The tapestry of excellence at QU Health
With a total of 1,484 enrolled students, QU Health serves as a diverse hub where talents and perspectives from around the world converge. Its dedication to excellence shines through the diverse range of programmes. With two graduate certificate programmes, six master’s programmes, and one PhD programme, QU Health offers a wide array of opportunities for academic growth. The 89 dedicated, nationally and internationally recognized faculty, who serve as educators and researchers, exemplify the cluster’s commitment to excellence in education and research. QU Health is at the forefront of cutting-edge research, collaborating locally and globally to enhance health outcomes. It emphasizes experiential education, providing students with hands-on learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom, enriching their education and preparing them for success.
QU Health’s commitment to excellence and empowering minds
At QU Health, the strategic objectives are deeply woven into the commitment to quality, believing that a strong healthcare system hinges on solid education and research. QU Health colleges have achieved several important accreditations, including Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, USA (ACEND) for the BSc Nutrition programme, National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, USA (NAACS) for the BSc Biomedical Sciences programme, and the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) for both the Bachelor and PharmD pharmacy degree programmes. QU has also recently obtained the institutional accreditation from the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). This reflects QU’s commitment to delivering top-tier education and research, aligning with the highest academic standards.
These accreditations underscore QU’s commitment to maintaining high standards in education and healthcare. QU has a major goal to pursue accreditation for all the degree programmes for which there are accrediting agencies.
QU Health aims to be recognized as a leader in health profession education, a symbol of inspiration, collaboration, and innovation in the healthcare arena.
QU Health focuses on an integrated campus to encourage collaboration among students, faculty, and researchers, fostering innovation and preparing graduates for interprofessional health teams. Additionally, it is dedicated to creating a University Hospital System, offering practical training and advanced healthcare research opportunities, ensuring graduates are academically and clinically proficient.
Partnerships stand at the core of QU Health’s journey towards academic and healthcare brilliance, benefiting students, faculty, and the institution as a whole in several ways. QU Health fosters extensive collaborations with both national and international healthcare institutions. These collaborations encompass a wide range of activities, including research initiatives, clinical training, knowledge exchange, joint research projects, faculty and student exchanges, and collaborative educational programmes, which contribute to QU Health’s commitment to excellence in health profession education, research, clinical care, and community engagement.
All Together Better Health conference
In November 2023, QU Health will host the prestigious All Together Better Health (ATBH) conference, which aligns with its mission to lead in health profession education and innovation.
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