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It is one of the highly ranked universities in Palestine. In 2023, Al Quds University achieved 5–star rating in [[Quality Standards]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jordan |first=Masri |date=2023-08-28 |title=Al-Quds University Achieves 5 Star Rating in QS World University Rankings |url=https://www.masrifoundation.org/en/news-activities-en/322-al-quds-university-achieves-5-star-rating-in-qs-world-university-rankings.html |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Munib R.Masri Development Foundation (MDF |language=en-gb}}</ref> The university is locally known for its innovation programs in the field of high–tech industry and collaborations.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-Quds University offers a competitive edge with Microsoft Certifications |url=https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-learn-blog/al-quds-university-offers-a-competitive-edge-with-microsoft/ba-p/2633014 |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=TECHCOMMUNITY.MICROSOFT.COM |language=en}}</ref> In 2017, it was ranked as ‘most socially responsible university’ in the Arab world.<ref>{{Cite web |last=aqu2020 |date=2017-12-03 |title=Al-Quds University ranks ‘most socially responsible university’ in the Arab world |url=https://www.alquds.edu/en/news/staff-news/3149/al-quds-university-ranks-most-socially-responsible-university-in-the-arab-world/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Al-Quds University |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2001, Al–Quds Medical School, medical branch of the university got official recognition.<ref>{{Cite web |last=FQMS |date=2015-12-19 |title=Success follows recognition of Al Quds Medical School |url=https://www.fqms.org/2015/12/success-follows-recognition-of-al-quds-medical-school/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=FQMS |language=en-GB}}</ref>
It is one of the highly ranked universities in Palestine. In 2023, Al Quds University achieved 5–star rating in [[Quality Standards]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jordan |first=Masri |date=2023-08-28 |title=Al-Quds University Achieves 5 Star Rating in QS World University Rankings |url=https://www.masrifoundation.org/en/news-activities-en/322-al-quds-university-achieves-5-star-rating-in-qs-world-university-rankings.html |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Munib R.Masri Development Foundation (MDF |language=en-gb}}</ref> The university is locally known for its innovation programs in the field of high–tech industry and collaborations.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-Quds University offers a competitive edge with Microsoft Certifications |url=https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-learn-blog/al-quds-university-offers-a-competitive-edge-with-microsoft/ba-p/2633014 |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=TECHCOMMUNITY.MICROSOFT.COM |language=en}}</ref> In 2017, it was ranked as ‘most socially responsible university’ in the Arab world.<ref>{{Cite web |last=aqu2020 |date=2017-12-03 |title=Al-Quds University ranks ‘most socially responsible university’ in the Arab world |url=https://www.alquds.edu/en/news/staff-news/3149/al-quds-university-ranks-most-socially-responsible-university-in-the-arab-world/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Al-Quds University |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2001, Al–Quds Medical School, medical branch of the university got official recognition.<ref>{{Cite web |last=FQMS |date=2015-12-19 |title=Success follows recognition of Al Quds Medical School |url=https://www.fqms.org/2015/12/success-follows-recognition-of-al-quds-medical-school/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=FQMS |language=en-GB}}</ref>


== History ==
[[File:Faculty of Science & Technology.jpg|thumb|Faculty of Science & Technology]]
Today's Al–Quds University is part of many institutions of Jerusalem, which merged and formed the university.<ref>{{Cite web |title=“Inside the Cradle of History”: Vincent Lemire and Yann Potin’s lecture at Al-Quds University - Open Jerusalem |url=http://www.openjerusalem.org/cradle-history-lecture-alquds-university |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=www.openjerusalem.org |language=en-US}}</ref> After establishment of [[Hebrew University of Jerusalem|Hebrew University]] for city's Jewish sector, a plan of establishing Palestinian university in Jerusalem, was released at [[Islamic Conference|All Islamic Conference]].<ref name=":0">https://comsats.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20thCC_AlQuds_University-Palestine.pdf</ref> Al Quds University was established by merging four institutions of Jerusalem — [[Hind al-Husseini|Hind al-Husseini College]], College of Daawa and Religious Principles, Colleges of Medical Professions and Science and Technology and Faculty of Arts & Center for Islamic Archaeology in 1984<ref name=":0" />. The merged colleges were opened in the 1970s, by Palestinian organizations.<ref name=":0" />

Founded in 1984, but its official constitution was written in 1993.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-Quds University - Nica.team |url=https://nica.team/school/al-quds-university/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Nica.team - home of moot courts |language=en-US}}</ref> In 1985, Faculty of Medicine was established at Al-Quds University, offering a six-year program leading to a medical degree.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-Quds University - WHED - IAU's World Higher Education Database |url=https://whed.net/detail_institution.php?Jjo2MF0tU0RWCmAK |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=whed.net}}</ref> In 1993, the Institute of Community and Public Health was established at the university, focusing on research, training, and interventions in public health. Al-Quds University established the Faculty of Dentistry, providing education and training in the field of dentistry in 2000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Faculty of Dentistry |url=https://www.alquds.edu/en/faculties-at-al-quds/dentistry-en/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Al-Quds University |language=en-US}}</ref>

Faculty of Engineering and Technology was established in 1995, offering programs in civil engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial engineering. In 2002, Al-Quds University established the Faculty of Pharmacy, providing education and training in pharmaceutical sciences. Next year, in 2003, the Faculty of Nursing, for nursing education was established at the university. Faculty of Law was established in 2004 and Faculty of Public Health in 2011.

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The [[Israeli West Bank barrier]] built in 2004 have impeded university operations. Students have been injured and many of the students studying at the university have faced tear gas and some students have been shot.<ref>[http://www.maannews.com/Content.aspx?ID=77347152 Palestinians injured during clashes with Israeli forces near al-Quds University]</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2003-09-13 |title=Splitting Al-Quds University in Two |url=http://right2edu.birzeit.edu/splitting-al-quds-university-in-two/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Right to Education |language=en-US}}</ref>{{Failed verification|date=May 2023}}

Throughout its history, Al-Quds University has faced various challenges due to the political situation and the complex context of Jerusalem.<ref>{{Cite web |last=CADFA |title=Army violence at the Al Quds University – CADFA |url=https://www.cadfa.org/blog/2022/12/army-violence-at-the-al-quds-university/ |access-date=2024-01-20 |language=en-GB}}</ref> However, it has remained committed to providing quality education, conducting research, and contributing to the development of the Palestinian community. In 2020, Al-Quds University celebrated its 35th anniversary, marking three decades of providing education, research, and community engagement in Jerusalem and the surrounding areas.[[File:Faculty of Science & Technology.jpg|thumb|Faculty of Science & Technology]]
[[File:AQU from the east 2014.jpg|thumb|Al-Quds University from the east]]
[[File:AQU from the east 2014.jpg|thumb|Al-Quds University from the east]]
[[File:AQU and the wall of occupation.jpg|thumb|AQU abu dis campus 2013]]
[[File:AQU and the wall of occupation.jpg|thumb|AQU abu dis campus 2013]]
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The relationship between [[Brandeis University]] and Al-Quds ended in 2013 following a demonstration at Al-Quds and a widely criticized response from the Al-Quds University administration.<ref>{{cite web|title=Brandeis University suspends its partnership with Al-Quds University effective immediately|work=Brandeis Now|url=http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2013/November/al-quds-response.html|access-date=19 November 2013}}</ref>{{Primary source inline|date=May 2023}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2013/November/.../al-quds-statement-11-18-13.pdf |title=Brandeis Now |access-date=19 November 2013 }}{{dead link|date=June 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref>
The relationship between [[Brandeis University]] and Al-Quds ended in 2013 following a demonstration at Al-Quds and a widely criticized response from the Al-Quds University administration.<ref>{{cite web|title=Brandeis University suspends its partnership with Al-Quds University effective immediately|work=Brandeis Now|url=http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2013/November/al-quds-response.html|access-date=19 November 2013}}</ref>{{Primary source inline|date=May 2023}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2013/November/.../al-quds-statement-11-18-13.pdf |title=Brandeis Now |access-date=19 November 2013 }}{{dead link|date=June 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref>


== Bard College ==
=== Bard College ===
[[File:Al Quds University 2018 41.jpg|thumb|We love Jerusalem at Al-Quds University]]
[[File:Al Quds University 2018 41.jpg|thumb|We love Jerusalem at Al-Quds University]]
In February 2009, [[Bard College]] announced the first dual degree program between a Palestinian university and an American institution of higher education. The college entered into a collaboration with Al-Quds University, which included founding an honors college, a masters program in teaching and a model high school.<ref>[https://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/15/world/middleeast/15quds.html Palestinian Campus Looks to East Bank (of Hudson)], ''New York Times'', February 14, 2009</ref>
In February 2009, [[Bard College]] announced the first dual degree program between a Palestinian university and an American institution of higher education. The college entered into a collaboration with Al-Quds University, which included founding an honors college, a masters program in teaching and a model high school.<ref>[https://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/15/world/middleeast/15quds.html Palestinian Campus Looks to East Bank (of Hudson)], ''New York Times'', February 14, 2009</ref>

=== Israeli West Bank barrier ===

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The [[Israeli West Bank barrier]] built in 2004 have impeded university operations. Students have been injured and many of the students studying at the university have faced tear gas and some students have been shot.<ref>[http://www.maannews.com/Content.aspx?ID=77347152 Palestinians injured during clashes with Israeli forces near al-Quds University]</ref>{{Failed verification|date=May 2023}}

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==== Academy for Global Justice ====
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In 2018, Al-Quds University launched the Al-Quds Academy for Global Justice, an institute that will focus on teaching, training, and research in the areas of [[international criminal law]] and [[human rights]]. Palestinian Justice Minister Ali Abu Diak also delivered a speech at the event.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://english.pnn.ps/2018/02/19/al-quds-university-launches-academy-for-global-justice/|title=Al-Quds University launches Academy for Global Justice|date=19 February 2018|work=Palestine News Network (PNN)|access-date=23 July 2018|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723212237/http://english.pnn.ps/2018/02/19/al-quds-university-launches-academy-for-global-justice/|url-status=dead}}</ref>


== Faculty ==
== Faculty ==
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* Faculty of Public Health
* Faculty of Public Health
* Faculty of Dual Studies}}
* Faculty of Dual Studies}}

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==== Academy for Global Justice ====
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In 2018, Al-Quds University launched the Al-Quds Academy for Global Justice, an institute that will focus on teaching, training, and research in the areas of [[international criminal law]] and [[human rights]]. Palestinian Justice Minister Ali Abu Diak also delivered a speech at the event.<ref>{{Cite news |date=19 February 2018 |title=Al-Quds University launches Academy for Global Justice |url=http://english.pnn.ps/2018/02/19/al-quds-university-launches-academy-for-global-justice/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723212237/http://english.pnn.ps/2018/02/19/al-quds-university-launches-academy-for-global-justice/ |archive-date=23 July 2018 |access-date=23 July 2018 |work=Palestine News Network (PNN)}}</ref>


==Notable alumni==
==Notable alumni==

Revision as of 15:52, 20 January 2024

Not to be confused with Al-Quds Open University.
Al-Quds University
جامعة القدس
TypePublic
Established1970
FounderZuhair Al-Karmi
BudgetUS$2 million (annual)
PresidentImad Abu Kishek [ar]
Administrative staff
1,000
Undergraduates13,000
Postgraduates2,000
Address
Abu Dis, University Street, Jerusalem Governorate, State of Palestine
Other locations:
Beit Hanina
al-Bireh
Hebron
Campus{[Convert|47|acre}}
Websitewww.alquds.edu/en/

Al-Quds University (Arabic: جامعة القدس) is a Palestinian public university based in town of Abu Dis located in Jerusalem Governorate, Palestine. It is largest Palestinian university in the city of Jerusalem. The main campus is located in Abu Dis area of Jerusalem and additional campuses in Al-Bireh, Hebron and various locations across Jerusalem.

It is one of the highly ranked universities in Palestine. In 2023, Al Quds University achieved 5–star rating in Quality Standards.[1] The university is locally known for its innovation programs in the field of high–tech industry and collaborations.[2] In 2017, it was ranked as ‘most socially responsible university’ in the Arab world.[3] In 2001, Al–Quds Medical School, medical branch of the university got official recognition.[4]

History

Today's Al–Quds University is part of many institutions of Jerusalem, which merged and formed the university.[5] After establishment of Hebrew University for city's Jewish sector, a plan of establishing Palestinian university in Jerusalem, was released at All Islamic Conference.[6] Al Quds University was established by merging four institutions of Jerusalem — Hind al-Husseini College, College of Daawa and Religious Principles, Colleges of Medical Professions and Science and Technology and Faculty of Arts & Center for Islamic Archaeology in 1984[6]. The merged colleges were opened in the 1970s, by Palestinian organizations.[6]

Founded in 1984, but its official constitution was written in 1993.[7] In 1985, Faculty of Medicine was established at Al-Quds University, offering a six-year program leading to a medical degree.[8] In 1993, the Institute of Community and Public Health was established at the university, focusing on research, training, and interventions in public health. Al-Quds University established the Faculty of Dentistry, providing education and training in the field of dentistry in 2000.[9]

Faculty of Engineering and Technology was established in 1995, offering programs in civil engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial engineering. In 2002, Al-Quds University established the Faculty of Pharmacy, providing education and training in pharmaceutical sciences. Next year, in 2003, the Faculty of Nursing, for nursing education was established at the university. Faculty of Law was established in 2004 and Faculty of Public Health in 2011.

The Israeli West Bank barrier built in 2004 have impeded university operations. Students have been injured and many of the students studying at the university have faced tear gas and some students have been shot.[10][11][failed verification]

Throughout its history, Al-Quds University has faced various challenges due to the political situation and the complex context of Jerusalem.[12] However, it has remained committed to providing quality education, conducting research, and contributing to the development of the Palestinian community. In 2020, Al-Quds University celebrated its 35th anniversary, marking three decades of providing education, research, and community engagement in Jerusalem and the surrounding areas.

Faculty of Science & Technology
Al-Quds University from the east
AQU abu dis campus 2013

Partnerships

Brandeis University

Faculty of Science & Technology and SKITCE

The relationship between Brandeis University and Al-Quds ended in 2013 following a demonstration at Al-Quds and a widely criticized response from the Al-Quds University administration.[13][non-primary source needed][14]

Bard College

We love Jerusalem at Al-Quds University

In February 2009, Bard College announced the first dual degree program between a Palestinian university and an American institution of higher education. The college entered into a collaboration with Al-Quds University, which included founding an honors college, a masters program in teaching and a model high school.[15]

Faculty

Al-Quds University's faculties:[16]

  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Dentistry
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medical Professionals
  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Business and Economics
  • Faculty of Science and Technology
  • Faculty of Quran and Islamic Studies
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Public Health
  • Faculty of Dual Studies

Academy for Global Justice

In 2018, Al-Quds University launched the Al-Quds Academy for Global Justice, an institute that will focus on teaching, training, and research in the areas of international criminal law and human rights. Palestinian Justice Minister Ali Abu Diak also delivered a speech at the event.[17]

Notable alumni

See also

References

  1. ^ Jordan, Masri (28 August 2023). "Al-Quds University Achieves 5 Star Rating in QS World University Rankings". Munib R.Masri Development Foundation (MDF. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  2. ^ "Al-Quds University offers a competitive edge with Microsoft Certifications". TECHCOMMUNITY.MICROSOFT.COM. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  3. ^ aqu2020 (3 December 2017). "Al-Quds University ranks 'most socially responsible university' in the Arab world". Al-Quds University. Retrieved 20 January 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  4. ^ FQMS (19 December 2015). "Success follows recognition of Al Quds Medical School". FQMS. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  5. ^ ""Inside the Cradle of History": Vincent Lemire and Yann Potin's lecture at Al-Quds University - Open Jerusalem". www.openjerusalem.org. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  6. ^ a b c https://comsats.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20thCC_AlQuds_University-Palestine.pdf
  7. ^ "Al-Quds University - Nica.team". Nica.team - home of moot courts. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  8. ^ "Al-Quds University - WHED - IAU's World Higher Education Database". whed.net. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  9. ^ "Faculty of Dentistry". Al-Quds University. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  10. ^ Palestinians injured during clashes with Israeli forces near al-Quds University
  11. ^ "Splitting Al-Quds University in Two". Right to Education. 13 September 2003. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  12. ^ CADFA. "Army violence at the Al Quds University – CADFA". Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  13. ^ "Brandeis University suspends its partnership with Al-Quds University effective immediately". Brandeis Now. Retrieved 19 November 2013.
  14. ^ "Brandeis Now" (PDF). Retrieved 19 November 2013.[dead link]
  15. ^ Palestinian Campus Looks to East Bank (of Hudson), New York Times, February 14, 2009
  16. ^ "Faculties at Al-Quds". Al-Quds University. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  17. ^ "Al-Quds University launches Academy for Global Justice". Palestine News Network (PNN). 19 February 2018. Archived from the original on 23 July 2018. Retrieved 23 July 2018.
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