The College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Arabian Gulf University is conducting personal interviews with applicants from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries seeking admission to its academic programs, which include the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Services. These interviews are part of the admissions process designed to select students best prepared to pursue medical studies and to meet the profession’s future demands and challenges.
The interviews are conducted by specialized evaluation committees comprising university professors and a number of medical students in their final years, which helps enrich the interview experience and convey a realistic picture of the nature of study and academic life at the college. The interview provides an opportunity to get to know the applicant’s personality, abilities, and motivations, as well as to assess their suitability for the medical profession and its requirements—including commitment, responsibility, and the ability to handle various academic and medical challenges.
Dr. Aseel Al-Saleh, Dean of Student Affairs at Arabian Gulf University, said that the distinguished academic track record established by Arabian Gulf University throughout its history is clearly reflected in the level of trust that parents in the Gulf countries place in the university, as well as in their eagerness to enroll their children in the various medical programs offered by the college. She emphasized that admission interviews serve as a crucial step in getting to know the student’s personality and assessing their psychological and intellectual readiness to undertake the medical education experience.
She added: “We clearly saw the extent of this trust during our meetings with students and their parents while the English proficiency exam for admission was being administered; their participation and eagerness to enroll at the university demonstrated its academic standing and trust it enjoys in the Gulf countries.” She added: “The Arabian Gulf University has taken steady and determined steps toward improving education and enhancing its outcomes by adopting innovative approaches, and by introducing modern and unique majors that meet the needs of the Gulf job market, based on an ambitious strategic vision formulated by an integrated team, with the goal of establishing the university as a leading academic institution in innovation and medical education.”
Dr. Al-Saleh explained that the interviews aim to assess the student’s personality, their ability to communicate, think critically, and take responsibility, as well as their awareness of the nature of health professions and the humanitarian and professional challenges and responsibilities they entail. This enhances the university’s ability to select students who possess the qualities necessary for success in their future medical careers.
In this context, the assessment committees focus during the interviews on a set of fundamental criteria, foremost among which are intrinsic motivation and awareness, leadership qualities and a sense of responsibility, self-confidence and emotional stability, sound judgment in handling various questions and situations, as well as communication skills, active listening, and positive interaction with committee members.
These interviews serve as a crucial stage in the student selection process, in line with Arabian Gulf University’s commitment to attracting students who possess academic excellence, a well-rounded personality, a genuine motivation to learn, and the ability to communicate, work, and take on responsibility, which are qualities that will prepare them to continue their medical education and contribute to serving their communities in the future.
His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, signed a joint memorandum of understanding with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, represented by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Chris Watling, in the Austrian capital of Vienna, marking a significant step toward enhancing academic and medical excellence at the university.
This memorandum is the first of its kind signed by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with an academic institution based in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It aims to strengthen academic and professional cooperation and facilitate the exchange of expertise in the areas of faculty development, training programs, fellowship programs, as well as academic and professional accreditations.
In a statement following the signing, His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, emphasized that this partnership represents a significant milestone in the university’s journey toward enhancing academic and medical excellence. He added: “The signing of this memorandum with a long-standing institution such as the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada reflects the Arabian Gulf University’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest levels of medical education and clinical training, and to opening new horizons for faculty members and students to benefit from advanced global expertise, which will positively impact the efficiency of the healthcare sector in the region.”
For his part, Dr. Chris Watling, CEO of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, expressed his pride in this first-of-its-kind collaboration in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that this partnership represents an important step toward strengthening international cooperation in medical education. He said: “We are eager to work side by side with Arabian Gulf University to develop training programs and academic accreditation, and to implement best professional practices that help equip medical professionals with modern skills.”
It is worth noting that this agreement paves the way for both parties to implement joint initiatives aimed at raising the quality of medical training and developing curricula in accordance with the highest internationally recognized standards. This step builds on the remarkable progress that Arabian Gulf University has made in the field of medical education and crowns its track record of significant achievements. It is also worth noting that few days ago, the university was honored with the (ASPIRE) Award for Excellence in Medical Education in the “Excellence in Medical Simulation” category, during a special ceremony organized by the International Association for Health Professions Education (AMEE).
His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, signed a joint memorandum of understanding with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, represented by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Chris Watling, in the Austrian capital of Vienna, marking a significant step toward enhancing academic and medical excellence at the university.
This memorandum is the first of its kind signed by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with an academic institution based in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It aims to strengthen academic and professional cooperation and facilitate the exchange of expertise in the areas of faculty development, training programs, fellowship programs, as well as academic and professional accreditations.
In a statement following the signing, His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, emphasized that this partnership represents a significant milestone in the university’s journey toward enhancing academic and medical excellence. He added: “The signing of this memorandum with a long-standing institution such as the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada reflects the Arabian Gulf University’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest levels of medical education and clinical training, and to opening new horizons for faculty members and students to benefit from advanced global expertise, which will positively impact the efficiency of the healthcare sector in the region.”
For his part, Dr. Chris Watling, CEO of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, expressed his pride in this first-of-its-kind collaboration in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that this partnership represents an important step toward strengthening international cooperation in medical education. He said: “We are eager to work side by side with Arabian Gulf University to develop training programs and academic accreditation, and to implement best professional practices that help equip medical professionals with modern skills.”
It is worth noting that this agreement paves the way for both parties to implement joint initiatives aimed at raising the quality of medical training and developing curricula in accordance with the highest internationally recognized standards. This step builds on the remarkable progress that Arabian Gulf University has made in the field of medical education and crowns its track record of significant achievements. It is also worth noting that few days ago, the university was honored with the (ASPIRE) Award for Excellence in Medical Education in the “Excellence in Medical Simulation” category, during a special ceremony organized by the International Association for Health Professions Education (AMEE).
His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of Arabian Gulf University, received the ASPIRE Award for Excellence in Medical Education in the category of Medical Simulation Education at a ceremony organized by the International Association for Health Professions Education (AMEE), the award’s sponsor, as part of the organization’s annual conference, held in the Austrian capital of Vienna from August 22 to 26, in the presence of a select group of global institutions and leaders.
Arabian Gulf University received this international award in recognition of its efforts to develop simulation-based learning environments and enhance the quality of training for medical students and health practitioners, following a comprehensive evaluation of educational practices and innovations in the field of medical simulation.
The initiatives of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences have demonstrated a high level of integration of simulation into the medical curriculum and the use of modern technologies to provide realistic and safe learning experiences.
On this occasion, His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC), for the support they provide to the university and its educational mission, enabling it to fulfill its mission and objectives. He emphasized that this achievement by the university’s College of Medicine and Health Sciences embodies the university’s commitment to excellence and innovation in education, strengthens its presence at the regional and international levels, and reflects the status it has attained in the field of medical education through the adoption of modern teaching methods that focus on building clinical competencies, developing decision-making skills, and enhancing patient safety through practical training in advanced simulation environments.
His Excellency said: “The university will continue to invest in the development of medical education, support a culture of innovation, and strengthen its regional and international partnerships, thereby contributing to the preparation of physicians who possess the knowledge, skills, and professional values needed to meet the healthcare needs of the future.”
For his part, the Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Mohamed bin Saleh Madadin, expressed his delight that the university had received this award, which is considered one of the most prestigious international awards in the field of medical education. He noted that the award is subject to rigorous, high-level criteria and extended his thanks to the university administration for its continued support, as well as to the members of the nomination team who successfully highlighted the university’s outstanding efforts and capabilities. He also commended the efforts of all university staff—including members of the academic and administrative bodies—who contributed to this achievement.
In the same context, the Director of the Medical Skills and Simulation Center, Dr. Reem Jassim Al-Ansari, explained that this achievement is the culmination of years of work and development in the field of medical simulation, and the intensive efforts made by the center’s team in preparing the award nomination dossier, which highlighted the Arabian Gulf University’s experience in utilizing medical simulation in accordance with the highest international standards.
She added: “This award represents the highest form of international recognition for excellence in simulation in medical education, a category directly linked to the Center’s mission and daily work". She said that preparing the nomination was a long journey involving the collection of evidence, analysis of practices, and documentation of educational impact, in which the Center’s team participated alongside partners from various colleges and departments at the university.”
She emphasized that what set the Arabian Gulf University’s experience apart was its institutional culture based on collaboration and teamwork, noting that winning this global award represents a success story to which outstanding individuals and various units across the university contributed, and therefore this achievement belongs to the entire university. She expressed pride in what the Medical Skills and Simulation Center has represented on the global stage in such a distinguished manner.
The ASPIRE TO EXCELLENCE AWARD is considered the most prestigious global award in the field of medical education. It is awarded to educational institutions that achieve exceptional levels of excellence and innovation in the fields of medical education and training and represents international recognition of the quality of academic practices and educational leadership.
His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of Arabian Gulf University, received the ASPIRE Award for Excellence in Medical Education in the category of Medical Simulation Education at a ceremony organized by the International Association for Health Professions Education (AMEE), the award’s sponsor, as part of the organization’s annual conference, held in the Austrian capital of Vienna from August 22 to 26, in the presence of a select group of global institutions and leaders.
Arabian Gulf University received this international award in recognition of its efforts to develop simulation-based learning environments and enhance the quality of training for medical students and health practitioners, following a comprehensive evaluation of educational practices and innovations in the field of medical simulation.
The initiatives of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences have demonstrated a high level of integration of simulation into the medical curriculum and the use of modern technologies to provide realistic and safe learning experiences.
On this occasion, His Excellency Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC), for the support they provide to the university and its educational mission, enabling it to fulfill its mission and objectives. He emphasized that this achievement by the university’s College of Medicine and Health Sciences embodies the university’s commitment to excellence and innovation in education, strengthens its presence at the regional and international levels, and reflects the status it has attained in the field of medical education through the adoption of modern teaching methods that focus on building clinical competencies, developing decision-making skills, and enhancing patient safety through practical training in advanced simulation environments.
His Excellency said: “The university will continue to invest in the development of medical education, support a culture of innovation, and strengthen its regional and international partnerships, thereby contributing to the preparation of physicians who possess the knowledge, skills, and professional values needed to meet the healthcare needs of the future.”
For his part, the Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Mohamed bin Saleh Madadin, expressed his delight that the university had received this award, which is considered one of the most prestigious international awards in the field of medical education. He noted that the award is subject to rigorous, high-level criteria and extended his thanks to the university administration for its continued support, as well as to the members of the nomination team who successfully highlighted the university’s outstanding efforts and capabilities. He also commended the efforts of all university staff—including members of the academic and administrative bodies—who contributed to this achievement.
In the same context, the Director of the Medical Skills and Simulation Center, Dr. Reem Jassim Al-Ansari, explained that this achievement is the culmination of years of work and development in the field of medical simulation, and the intensive efforts made by the center’s team in preparing the award nomination dossier, which highlighted the Arabian Gulf University’s experience in utilizing medical simulation in accordance with the highest international standards.
She added: “This award represents the highest form of international recognition for excellence in simulation in medical education, a category directly linked to the Center’s mission and daily work". She said that preparing the nomination was a long journey involving the collection of evidence, analysis of practices, and documentation of educational impact, in which the Center’s team participated alongside partners from various colleges and departments at the university.”
She emphasized that what set the Arabian Gulf University’s experience apart was its institutional culture based on collaboration and teamwork, noting that winning this global award represents a success story to which outstanding individuals and various units across the university contributed, and therefore this achievement belongs to the entire university. She expressed pride in what the Medical Skills and Simulation Center has represented on the global stage in such a distinguished manner.
The ASPIRE TO EXCELLENCE AWARD is considered the most prestigious global award in the field of medical education. It is awarded to educational institutions that achieve exceptional levels of excellence and innovation in the fields of medical education and training and represents international recognition of the quality of academic practices and educational leadership.
