University Of Strathclyde Announces New Campus In Bahrain With A Range Of Courses

The University of Strathclyde has unveiled ambitious plans to extend its educational and research footprint into Bahrain, in collaboration with S Eleven Educational. This strategic move aims to replicate the university's successful model of fostering innovation ecosystems through industry, public sector, and academia collaboration. The initiative, dubbed University of Strathclyde, Bahrain, will leverage the university's extensive experience in local economic development and innovation.

Since 1995, the University of Strathclyde has been active in Bahrain, offering MBA programs through its international center. The new expansion in Manama will initially concentrate on educational offerings across various disciplines including Engineering, Science, and Business. Future phases are expected to focus on research and innovation enhancements.

Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Strathclyde, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion: "We are delighted to significantly expand our operations in Bahrain. S Eleven have recognised Strathclyde’s distinctiveness in education, research and innovation and selected us as their preferred strategic partner to help deliver an exciting vision for Bahrain’s new economy." He highlighted the university's role in Scotland's innovation districts and its anticipation to foster a similar ecosystem in Manama.

The partnership aims to attract students from September 2024, offering them access to state-of-the-art educational and research facilities. These facilities will include advanced laboratories, libraries, lecture halls, and an innovation hub designed to support a vibrant community of learners and innovators. The student body will primarily consist of individuals from Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

Khaled Al Hammadi, Managing Director of S Eleven Group, commented on the partnership: "This partnership with the University of Strathclyde is a significant leap forward in our mission to invest in the educational landscape and introduce global standards of learning to Bahrain and the broader region." He emphasized the venture's potential to provide unparalleled academic resources and attract international scholars, thereby enriching the educational ecosystem in Bahrain.

This collaboration between the University of Strathclyde and S Eleven Educational marks a significant milestone in enhancing the educational infrastructure in Bahrain. It promises to bring global standards of education, research, and innovation to the region, contributing significantly to Bahrain's new economy vision.