The Deputy Minister for Educational Affairs of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology announced the start of the new academic year in most universities across the country in person and said: more than 40 universities and 300 university locations and buildings have been damaged during the recent 40-day war. Among them, 14,000 PhD students will also be studying this academic year.
Beginning Studies in Difficult Conditions
The new academic year begins while universities are facing multiple challenges. The Deputy Minister of Science emphasized that these challenges are due to the damages inflicted during the war and the outbreak of the coronavirus. He added: universities are striving to create suitable conditions for students' studies by compensating for damages and reconstructing the affected spaces.
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Number of PhD Students and Educational Programs
The Deputy Minister of Science also referred to the increase in the number of PhD students and stated that 14,000 students will be studying at the PhD level this academic year. He added: this number reflects the determination and will of the Ministry of Science to enhance the educational and research level of the country. Additionally, efforts will be made to create the necessary infrastructure to provide better study conditions for students.
Despite the challenges, the Deputy Minister of Science emphasized that the educational and research programs of universities remain strong, and the Ministry of Science will do its utmost to support universities and students. This approach demonstrates the Ministry of Science's commitment to maintaining the quality of education and supporting students in difficult conditions.
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