The Department of Planning and Follow-up at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has published a comprehensive guide outlining the regulations and instructions for defining the course system and the mechanisms for implementing it.
According to the guide, the Ministry defines the course system as a globally recognized educational system for delivering academic programs. Study is based on credit hours, rather than a fixed annual or traditional semester system.
This system gives students the flexibility to choose the courses they wish to study each semester. It offers several advantages, including:
1. Developing the student’s personality
It enhances students’ independence by training them to select their courses from a range of available options, allowing them to shape their academic path according to their abilities and capabilities.
2. Opportunity to improve academic performance
Students are given the opportunity to retake courses in which they did not achieve a passing grade or received a low score, enabling them to improve their GPA. They may also choose alternative elective courses.
3. Flexibility in study duration
The system accommodates different student circumstances. Some students may prefer to complete their studies in a shorter time without compromising educational quality, while others—such as working students or those facing challenges—may extend their study period.
4. Better alignment with the labor market
It helps in preparing graduates for suitable job roles based on their academic achievements and the needs of the job market they aim to enter.
5. Efficient use of resources
The course system allows better utilization of human and material resources throughout the academic year.
For full details, the official guide can be downloaded from the Ministry’s resources.