Sana’a – Sana’a University Media Office
Monday, October 19, 2026, (7 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 AH)
The Graduate Studies and Scientific Research Council at Sana’a University held its fourth meeting for the 1448 AH/2026 academic year today, chaired by Prof. Hamoud Abdullah Al-Ahnoumi, Vice Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research. The meeting discussed a number of issues related to developing graduate programs and strengthening the scientific research system, as well as approving new research titles and endorsing the results of several academic theses and dissertations.
The Council began by reviewing, discussing, and approving the minutes of its previous meeting. It then considered the items on its agenda, foremost among them the tuition fees for the Level Improvement Diploma Program, as part of its review and regulation of the financial aspects of academic programs.
The Council also discussed a memorandum from the Faculty of Commerce and Economics concerning the addition of courses to the diploma program designed for non-specialists in economics, finance, and banking. It further considered a memorandum from the Faculty of Science regarding the completion and review of doctoral programs and master’s degree tracks, with the aim of developing curricula and enhancing the quality of academic programs.
As part of the University’s commitment to supporting scientific research and broadening its scope, the Council approved the registration of 46 new research titles for master’s theses and doctoral dissertations across various scientific, applied, and humanities disciplines. This decision is intended to strengthen research activity and open up broader opportunities for researchers in diverse fields of knowledge.
The Council also approved two requests to amend research titles and endorsed the defense and evaluation results for 30 researchers, comprising 13 doctoral dissertations and 17 master’s theses, in accordance with the approved academic regulations and standards.
In a related development, the Council approved the results of several academic programs, including level improvement programs, diploma programs, and the master’s preparatory program. It also approved internal scholarships for teaching assistants and assistant lecturers to pursue their graduate studies, and endorsed scholarships under the framework of joint cooperation between Sana’a University and public universities. These measures support the qualification of academic personnel and the development of their scientific and research capabilities.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Council reaffirmed its commitment to continuing efforts to develop the graduate studies and scientific research system, improve the quality of academic programs and their outcomes, and enhance institutional and research performance. These efforts aim to consolidate Sana’a University’s academic standing and strengthen its role in serving society and contributing to scientific and intellectual development..
