Officials at the signing ceremony.
Doha: Qatar University and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for academic development, research and training of future Qatari professionals in new and emerging technological solutions in the field of information systems for a range of specialities.
The agreement will benefit students of the departments of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering in the College of Engineering.
Its objective is to harness Qatar’s central role as the lead producer of Qatar’s engineering graduates and partner with Thales’ experience, technological know-how, product expertise and active research activity in functional domains and associated services related to information systems.
The MoU was signed by QU President Prof Sheikha Abdulla Al Misnad and Thales Communications and Security Chairman and CEO Jean-Michel Lagarde, in the presence of the Ambassador of France, Jean-Christophe Peaucelle, QU VP and Chief Academic Officer for Academic Affairs, Dr Mazen Hasna, and officials from the French embassy, Thales, ictQATAR, QU, and information and communication organisations in Qatar.
Prof Al Misnad said: “The research component of the agreement is in line with our continued push to advance our research capacity and provide our students with an environment of vibrant research activity.”
Lagarde said: “It will enhance IT awareness in Qatar, improve skills of the Qatari workforce in the field and aid QU in becoming an active member of recognised university organisations and forums.” The Peninsula
