2 days Ago By Qatar Tribune
Qatar tribune Tribune N ews Network Doha The Academic Bridge Programme (ABP), part of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education (PUE), celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025 during a ceremony where it honoured 120 graduates. The event was held at the Pre-University Education Theater in Education City. On this occasion, Dr.
Saheim Khalaf Al-Tamimi, director of the Academic Bridge Programme, said: “We celebrate the graduation of our ABP students after a journey filled with challenges and opportunities that brought them to this pivotal moment in their lives. “I am proud of what our students have achieved throughout their time in the programme. This milestone represents a important stepping stone toward a promising future, where they carry their ambitions and dreams, ready to embrace their responsibilities and make meaningful contributions to their communities.
Dr. Al-Tamimi noted that the Academic Bridge Programme, which was launched in 2001, is preparing to celebrate its 25th anniversary next year, emphasizing that this milestone reflects the programme’s ongoing commitment to preparing its students for success in their university journeys, whether within Education City or beyond. “Over the past 25 years, the programme has provided comprehensive academic support, enabling more than 4,200 students to enroll in some of the world’s leading universities.
They graduate equipped with the academic knowledge and personal skills needed to excel and succeed. “We are proud that a significant number of our graduates have fulfilled their university aspirations, with more than 60% admitted to universities within Education City, 40% to leading universities across Qatar, and several others accepted into prestigious universities abroad.” Dr.
Al-Tamimi also emphasized that partnerships with universities within Education City, as well as local and international academic institutions, have provided students with flexible opportunities — including cross-registration, direct admissions, and foundation year equivalency — all aimed at enhancing their readiness for their upcoming university journey. “The Class of 2025 is the first cohort to graduate under our newly introduced academic tracks — STEM, Social Sciences, and Humanities and Visual Arts — which are designed to align with students’ interests and the evolving needs of the job market, enriching their academic experience and elevating the quality of their education.” Sheikha Ahmed, an 18-year-old graduate, said: “I am proud to be graduating and reaching this milestone after a journey filled with effort and challenges.
The programme truly served as a solid foundation for my university life. “We were given responsibilities similar to those we will encounter at university — from the way our instructors treated us as university students to our participation in initiatives and volunteer activities that strengthened our personal and social skills. This experience helped us adapt and better prepare for the next phase of our academic journey.
She also highlighted the importance of the academic tracks offered by the programme, saying: “Having clearly defined academic tracks made a significant difference in guiding us. It allowed me to focus on the specific requirements of the university I aspire to attend, reducing pressure and allowing me to invest my efforts more effectively.” Khalifa Ali Al-Ansari, an 18-year-old graduate of the programme, said: “The feeling of graduating from the ABP is indescribable.
The academic year flew by, but it was packed with experiences that deeply influenced both my academic and personal growth. “ABP provided the perfect environment for this development, using engaging teaching methods and continuous interaction that helped me significantly improve.” Copy 30/04/2025 10.
