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Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the University’s Office of International Relations organized the first forum for the Francophone Programs Sector, in order to introduce the scientific, literary and educational programs taught in French language in the various university faculties, introduce dual degrees with French universities, and enhance cooperation between the departments that teach specialized literary or scientific subjects in the French language in some of the university’s faculties. In addition, the forum aims at consolidating and expanding ties of cooperation and partnership between the university and Francophone knowledge institutions and bringing in expatriates from French-speaking African countries.
The forum that took place in the conference hall at the Faculty of Nursing, was attended by officials from the Francophone programs at the various Alexandria University Faculties, Senghor University, the Francophone Activities Sector at the Library of Alexandria, and representatives of some Francophone knowledge institutions and students.
In her speech, Dr. Abeer El-Wakil, Deputy Executive Director of the Office of International Relations and responsible for Francophone relations at the university, referred to the main topics of the forum, which dealt with introducing scientific programs in French language at different faculties, development trends in academic programs granting dual degrees, the relationship of the proposed programs to educational development projects in the country, and future visions aspiring to create real opportunities for excellence, through establishing interest in the field of Francophone cooperation and its positive impact in increasing students’ interest in these distinguished programs.
The forum witnessed rich discussions on the role of academic programs in French language and dual degrees with French universities in enhancing the competitiveness of graduates in local, regional, and international labour markets.