Sultan explores collaborations with Exeter University, chairs UKF’s Board of Trustees meeting

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Khorfakkan (UKF), held a meeting on Monday with a delegation from the University of Exeter. The delegation, led by Dr. Lisa Roberts, University of Exeter President, was welcomed by Dr. Sheikh Sultan at the University of Khorfakkan.

At the meeting, the Ruler of Sharjah expressed his appreciation for the strong ties and substantial collaboration in various scientific and educational domains between the University of Exeter and the Emirate of Sharjah.

Discussions encompassed various topics such as joint plans, curricula, and the establishment of specialised research centres and institutes in marine sciences. The meeting also delved into potential areas for collaboration in advancing education and providing teacher training to ensure optimal educational outcomes, aligning with the emirate's strategy to bolster education and enhance the educational process.

Sheikh Sultan was briefed on the plans for the upcoming Marine Research Centre, a collaborative effort with the University of Exeter, designed to incorporate cutting-edge technologies and advanced educational facilities in the maritime field.

Also on Monday Sheikh Sultan chaired the University of Khorfakkan’s (UKF) Board of Trustees meeting at the university.

Sheikh Sultan stressed the importance of developing society in all aspects, especially the environmental aspect, highlighting that all efforts aim to provide a decent and healthy lifestyle and a pollution-free life for members of the community.

The board discussed various academic and administrative matters concerning the university and approved several decisions.

The board approved the university’s internal regulations regulating all academic, administrative, and financial matters, in addition to graduate programmes, scientific research, and others.

The proposed budget was also approved along with the reports of the committees affiliated with the board: the Academic Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Financial Resources Committee.

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