Sana’a – The College of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Science and Technology (UST) organized a workshop dedicated to developing the mission, objectives, and learning outcomes of the curricula for both the Master’s Program in Emergency and Disaster Management and the Bachelor’s Program in Emergency Medicine, with the participation of a distinguished group of academics, specialists, and relevant stakeholders.
At the opening session, the President of the University, Prof. Al-Qasim Mohammed Abbas, delivered a speech welcoming the attendees and emphasizing the importance of the two programs in addressing the growing national need to prepare specialized cadres capable of managing emergencies and disasters with high professionalism and efficiency.
He noted that, through these specialized programs, UST aims to keep pace with scientific advancements, enhance its role in community service, and support the health and humanitarian sectors—especially in light of the ongoing challenges Yemen has faced for years due to natural and man-made disasters, most recently the repercussions of the aggression on Yemen.
The University President expressed hope that the workshop would yield outcomes and recommendations that contribute to strengthening coordination and clarifying roles, responsibilities, and competencies among various entities involved in the field of emergency and disaster management.
For his part, the Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dr. Abdullah Al-Makhlafi, explained that the workshop is part of the College’s efforts to develop modern academic programs that respond to labor market needs and meet accredited academic standards, thereby contributing to the preparation of qualified professionals equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge in emergency and disaster management.
Dr. Al-Makhlafi also expressed regret over the delayed introduction of such specialized programs in Yemen, despite the exceptional circumstances the country has been experiencing due to disasters and conflicts, noting that many Arab universities had established similar programs years earlier.
The workshop was attended by Dr. Munir Al-Makhlafi, representative of the Academic Accreditation Council, along with representatives from the Supreme Emergency Committee, the Meteorological Authority, and the National Atomic Energy Commission, as well as faculty members from the College of Medicine and postgraduate studies, and representatives from the University’s Quality Assurance and Accreditation Department. Participants discussed the mission, educational objectives, learning outcomes, and study plans for both programs in a manner that ensures academic quality and meets national needs in this vital field.
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