Al-Mustaqbal University Opens New Academic Horizons for Its Students in the UK, Earning Praise from the Iraqi Ambassador

05/09/2026   Share :        
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A delegation from **Al-Mustaqbal University**, headed by **Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Magdy**, President of the University, visited the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in London, where they met with **H.E. Prof. Dr. Saleh Hussein Ali Al-Tamimi**, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United Kingdom. The academic delegation included **Prof. Dr. Azhar Mohsen Abd**, Dean of the College of Engineering Technologies, in the presence of **Prof. Dr. Qusay Al-Ahmadi**, Cultural Counselor in London, and **Dr. Wissam Al-Furaiji**, Head of Expatriate Affairs at the Embassy, along with a number of student trainees. During the meeting, the delegation presented Al-Mustaqbal University’s pioneering experience in sending students from various scientific disciplines to the United Kingdom to undertake advanced summer training at several British universities and academic institutions, particularly at the **University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)**. The training focuses on areas including **artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the development of modern scientific and technological skills**. This unique experience contributes to enhancing students’ academic and practical expertise and preparing them for the future. The meeting also discussed prospects for expanding partnerships between Iraqi universities and their British counterparts, exchanging academic and research expertise, and creating broader opportunities for students and teaching staff to benefit from the scientific capabilities and resources available in the United Kingdom. For his part, **H.E. Ambassador Al-Tamimi** praised this distinguished academic initiative, affirming the Embassy and Cultural Mission’s continued support for all efforts aimed at enhancing the capabilities of Iraqi students and promoting the openness of Iraq’s educational institutions to leading global scientific and academic centers, thereby contributing to the advancement of higher education and scientific research. **Al-Mustaqbal University – Ranked First Among Iraqi Private Universities.**