The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has announced seven new programmes to address the market needs and contribute to economic growth in Qatar and beyond.
The new programmes are: a Master of Science in Process Safety; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with three tracks; a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Cybersecurity; a combined Arabic and English track in the Bachelor of Science in Digital Communication and Media Production; a Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and a Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship.
All new programmes are available for the Fall 2024 semester and are open for admission.
The university has highlighted the importance of these programmes in various aspects. The Master of Science in Process Safety programme was developed after a field study showed a significant demand for graduates and specialists in process safety, particularly following Qatar's largest expansion in its history for the production of liquefied natural gas.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing was created in response to the substantial global and local demand for nurses, estimated at about 5.9mn worldwide. It contributes to providing more nurses and upgrading the skills of current nurses by enhancing their credentials from Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse and increasing their academic qualifications from diploma-prepared RN to Bachelor-prepared RN.
The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Cybersecurity programme has been designed within the framework of Qatar Vision 2030. The country is adopting emerging technologies and extensive digital transformation initiatives through its national programmes.
The Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management with a concentration in Marine Logistics aims to produce specialists capable of addressing modern challenges in the broad logistics sector, including maritime logistics.
The programme integrates core business administration principles such as HR, Marketing, Accounting, and Finance, with a particular focus on the maritime field.
The Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship focuses on key business skills related to technology, business research, design thinking, and innovation. It includes courses like Strategic Marketing Management, Digital Media, Entrepreneurial Marketing, Strategic Brand Management, and more.
Finally, the combined Arabic and English track in the Bachelor of Science in Digital Communication and Media Production is designed to respond to the needs of Qatar media market to attract more Qatari students and to equip graduates with the necessary skills to deploy the latest digital technologies in media production.
Dr Salem al-Naemi, president of UDST said: “The university has launched its new programmes after a comprehensive field study that brings together specialists, leaders from the industry and the academic world to develop curricula and courses that prepare students not only for the current job market needs but also for future demand. We are also pleased to witness the awareness that the new generation and their parents have about the importance of applied education. Our students learn in simulated environments and get the chance to experience the professional world through our partners’ network as well.”
