Assiut University Continues its "Discover the Excellence of Assiut University's Faculties and Institutes" Initiative... Faculty of Engineering Highlights its Distinction with 7 Scientific Departments and 4 Outstanding Academic Programs

From Assiut University Media:

As part of Assiut University's media initiative, "Discover the Excellence of Assiut University's Faculties and Institutes," under the slogan "Build Your Future," the university continues to showcase the academic and scientific strengths of its faculties and institutes, highlighting the advanced educational programs, training opportunities, and research capabilities that prepare students for the job market. This initiative is under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mawla, President of Assiut University, and the supervision of Dr. Rehab El-Dakhly, Media Advisor to the University President, and Mr. Gharib Zaki, Director General of the Public Relations and Media Department.

Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mawla affirmed that the Faculty of Engineering enjoys a distinguished scientific and academic standing, being one of the oldest engineering faculties in Egypt and one of the colleges that has contributed for decades to preparing generations of engineers and supporting Egypt's development. He pointed to the faculty's outstanding record in engineering education and scientific research, and its prominent presence in international rankings across several engineering disciplines.

He noted that the Faculty of Engineering's esteemed position reflects its academic and scientific expertise, diverse specializations and study programs, and training and research capabilities. He emphasized the university's commitment to continuing to support the faculty and develop its system to maintain its standing and enhance its competitiveness both locally and internationally.

The Faculty of Engineering at Assiut University is one of the oldest engineering faculties in Egypt. It began offering studies in 1957 with the establishment of Assiut University and has contributed over the decades to preparing generations of engineers in various engineering disciplines. It was also the first engineering faculty in Egypt to receive accreditation from the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education in 2011.

Dr. Khaled Salah, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, explained that the faculty comprises seven academic departments: Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Power Engineering, Mechanical Design and Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. This provides students with diverse fields of specialization across various engineering disciplines.

The faculty also offers four distinguished academic programs: Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering, Interior Architecture Engineering, Construction Engineering and Project Management, and Biomedical Engineering. These programs keep pace with modern developments in engineering and technology and support students' preparation for specialization in emerging engineering fields and the needs of the job market.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Safwat Abu Raya, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for Education and Student Affairs, explained that the faculty possesses a state-of-the-art infrastructure that supports the educational, training, and research processes. This infrastructure includes a range of production, educational, and research workshops across various engineering disciplines, such as machining, lathe, blacksmithing, welding, and carpentry workshops. These workshops provide students with a comprehensive training environment that helps them acquire practical skills and apply theoretical knowledge.

He added that the faculty also houses the Center for Engineering Studies and Consultations, which offers consulting and technical services in various engineering fields. In addition, the faculty boasts modern laboratories equipped with the latest equipment and technologies, supporting education and scientific research, enhancing the faculty's role in providing engineering consultations and services, and contributing to the implementation of development projects and community service.

The deadline for applications to postgraduate studies (Diploma, Master's, PhD) is August 20, 2026.

The Faculty Council approves the Advisory Board for the Architecture Department programs at the Faculty of Engineering, Assiut University.

The Faculty Council, in its 1159th session held on July 15, 2026, approved the formation of the Advisory Board, comprised of representatives from industry and professional bodies in the field of architecture and urban planning. This followed the approval of the Architecture Department Council in its 646th session held on July 5, 2026, of the proposed board.

Professor Dr. Khaled Ali Youssef, Head of the Architecture Department, explained that the board approved by the Faculty Council consists of:

• Eng. Khaled Bakr Moussa, Head of the Regional Center for Planning and Development of the Assiut Region

• Eng. Mona Farghali Mohamed Moussa, Director of the Technical Office at the Assiut Housing Directorate

• Eng. Hassan Khalaf Hassan Abdel-Magid, Director of the Projects Department at the New Assiut City Authority

• Eng. Hesham Ahmed Abu Deif Hamouda, Operations Manager at the Central and Northern Upper Egypt Development Authority

• Eng. Ahmed Khafagy, Director of the ECG Company branch in Assiut

• Eng. Sarah Saad Rumeih, Director of the Horizons Office branch in Assiut

Professor Khaled Salah, Dean of the College, explained that the advisory councils play a pivotal and essential role in linking the academic aspect with the requirements of the local and international labor market, and in ensuring the quality and accreditation of educational outcomes. The council's most prominent roles and functions include contributing to the development of curricula and study plans, ensuring quality and academic accreditation, developing and providing field training and professional opportunities for students and graduates, and supporting graduation projects and student activities. The council also contributes to establishing partnerships and conducting applied scientific research that responds to the needs of the community.

Students who have submitted appeals in the Electrical Engineering Department should go to the office of the Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs to review their answer booklets, starting from today and for a period of five days only.

On behalf of the college administration and all its members, Professor Dr. Khaled Salah, Dean of the College, extends his sincerest congratulations to Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mawla, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, on the occasion of the issuance of the decision by His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education, Professor Dr. Abdel-Aziz Qansouh, appointing him to assume the duties of President of Assiut University, effective August 1, 2026. We pray to God Almighty to grant him success in all that is good and beneficial for the prestigious Assiut University.

The Secretariat of the Supreme Council of Universities announces the opening of applications for diploma and technical institute entrance exams for the 2026/2027 academic year for students holding technical certificates (three-year and five-year programs and two-year technical institutes) according to the terms and conditions for admission to engineering faculties. Applications will be accepted starting from August 1, 2026, on the Supreme Council of Universities' website and will continue until five days before the start of the exams.

The College Organizes a Workshop to Develop the New College Bylaws.

On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the College organized a workshop to develop the new academic bylaws, in accordance with the 2026 Engineering Studies Sector Committee's Reference Framework and the 2024 Higher Education Programs Guidance Framework in Egypt.

The workshop reviewed the 2024 Higher Education Programs Guidance Framework in Egypt, the 2026 Engineering Studies Sector Committee's Reference Framework, and the general requirements issued by the Engineering Studies Sector Committee.

The workshop also reviewed the efforts of the Architecture and Civil Engineering Departments in designing their respective programs and identified the university and college requirements to standardize them across all programs.

Participants discussed some of the problems that arose during the implementation of the current bylaws and how to avoid them in the new bylaws. They also discussed some of the trends, policies, and teaching and learning methods, as well as ways to integrate and align with labor market demands, contributing to achieving certain aspects of the higher education strategy in Egypt, Egypt's Vision 2030, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

The workshop was held in the auditorium of Professor Dr. Abdel Moneim Hassan Kamel in the Department of Architectural Engineering. The workshop was attended by a number of the college’s vice deans, heads of departments, the director of the college’s quality assurance unit, coordinators of specialized programs, and members of the working groups in preparing the new regulations for departments and programs.

College Self-Study Preparation Team Meeting

The College Self-Study Preparation Team held a meeting on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, chaired by Professor Dr. Khaled Salah, Dean of the College. Professor Dr. Mahmoud Aneeb, Director of the College's Quality Assurance Unit, also participated, along with several faculty members who serve as standards coordinators. These included Dr. Walid Abu Al-Wafa, Dr. Mohamed Khaled Nafadi, Dr. Ahmed Yahya Abdel-Azim, Dr. Abdullah Atef, Dr. Abdel-Rahman Morsi, and Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Diaa El-Din.

Several faculty members who serve as standards consultants also participated in the meeting, including Professor Dr. Mohamed Abu Al-Qasim, former Dean of the College; Professor Dr. Salwa Abdel-Rahman Mogahed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset Abdo, Head of the Civil Engineering Department; and Professor Dr. Hassan Ibrahim, in addition to the unit's administrators.

The meeting focused on monitoring progress in the College's self-study and ensuring the availability of resources necessary for its completion according to the established timeline.

The College Quality Assurance Unit held its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, chaired by Professor Dr. Khaled Salah, Dean of the College. Attendees included Professor Dr. Mohamed Safwat Abu Raya, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Professor Dr. Salwa Abdel Rahman Megahed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Dr. Mahmoud Aneeb Othman, Director of the Unit; Professor Dr. Mohamed Abdel Basset Abdo, Head of the Civil Engineering Department; Professor Dr. Adham Mokhtar, Deputy Director of the Unit; Engineer Nevin Salah Deif, Deputy Director of the Experts Office at the Ministry of Justice in Assiut, representing engineering employment agencies; Engineer Mayar Abdel Basir, representing the College's teaching assistants; and the Unit's administrative staff.

The session addressed several important topics, including informing the council that the application for the 2026 Government Excellence Award had been completed and uploaded to the platform on June 30, 2026. The council also reviewed the progress made in describing courses and programs, preparing reports, and fulfilling the requirements for uploading them to the National Qualifications Framework platform. Furthermore, the council approved the formation of the advisory council for the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and reviewed the implementation status of the college's self-study committee. The general committee, subcommittees, and internal quality monitoring committee were also formed.

The council also approved the annual plan for periodically evaluating the college's activities using objective performance indicators throughout the calendar year.