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Former name | City University College |
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| Type | Private |
| Established | 2018 |
| Affiliation | Ulster University |
| Location | Lusail, Qatar |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | https://cuq-ulster.edu.qa |
City University Qatar in partnership with Ulster University (commonly known as CUQ Ulster) is a private higher education institution located in Lusail, Qatar. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in partnership with Ulster University in the United Kingdom. Its programmes are licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Qatar and validated by international awarding bodies.
History
[edit]City University Qatar was established in 2018 as City University College (CUC). In 2019, the institution entered into an affiliation agreement with Ulster University, enabling it to deliver Ulster-validated degree programmes in Qatar.[1]
The partnership agreement was officially signed in June 2019 and formally launched in February 2020. Under this collaboration, the college introduced undergraduate programmes including the BSc (Hons) in Business Studies, with the first cohort enrolling in top-up degrees in September 2020.[2]
In October 2020, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education directed that the institution be known as City University College in partnership with Ulster University.
In 2024, the Ministry officially recognised the institution as a university, renaming it City University Qatar (CUQ Ulster) and relocating its campus from Doha to Lusail. The transition marked its expansion into engineering, science and advanced technology disciplines.
Campus
[edit]City University Qatar’s main campus is located in the Smart City district of Lusail. The purpose-built campus spans approximately 11,500 square metres and includes lecture theatres, laboratories, computer facilities, study spaces, a library, student lounges, and recreational facilities.[3]
Academic Programmes
[edit]CUQ Ulster offers undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational programmes aligned with Ulster University’s academic standards. Degree awards are conferred by Ulster University, while selected vocational qualifications are awarded by Pearson Education under the BTEC framework.[4]
Undergraduate Programmes
[edit]Undergraduate degrees include:
- BA (Hons) Architecture
- BEng (Hons) Artificial Intelligence
- BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering
- BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering
- BSc (Hons) Business Studies
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) Game Design and Development
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- BSc (Hons) Global Business with Computing
- BSc (Hons) Global Business with Data Analytics
- LLB (Hons) Bachelor of Laws[5]
Postgraduate Programmes
[edit]Postgraduate degrees include:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- MBA (Women in Leadership)
- MSc Artificial Intelligence
- MSc Marketing
- Master in Education Management
- Master of Laws (LLM)[6]
Vocational and Foundation Programmes
[edit]The university also offers BTEC Higher National Diplomas and foundation programmes that provide progression pathways to undergraduate degrees.[7]
Accreditation and Recognition
[edit]City University Qatar is licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Qatar. Its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are awarded by Ulster University, while BTEC qualifications are awarded by Pearson Education Ltd.[8]
Student Life and Events
[edit]The university organises academic, cultural and professional development activities for students. It hosts annual graduation ceremonies for undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma graduates in collaboration with Ulster University.[9]
Partnerships and Community Engagement
[edit]CUQ Ulster maintains partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organisations in Qatar. In 2025, the university signed a memorandum of understanding with the Social Development Center NAMA to support youth training and employment initiatives in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030.[10]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "City University College becomes Affiliate College of Ulster University". City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "Ulster University exports education provision to Qatar". Ulster University. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "City University Qatar: Your Future Starts Here". The Peninsula Qatar. 28 September 2025. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "Accreditations and Partnerships". City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "General Prospectus 2025" (PDF). City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "General Prospectus 2025" (PDF). City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "Programmes". City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "Accreditations and Partnerships". City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "CUQ Ulster Honours Graduating Class of 2024". City University Qatar. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
- ^ "City University Qatar signs MoU with NAMA". The Peninsula Qatar. 26 May 2025. Retrieved 8 February 2026.
External Links
[edit]- Official website: https://cuq-ulster.edu.qa
Category:Universities and colleges in Qatar Category:Educational institutions established in 2018 Category:Private universities and colleges Category:Lusail Category:Ulster University
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