What are private universities
Private universities are non-profit educational institutions that provide advanced education at affordable prices, where the proceeds are reinvested in the development of infrastructure, academic curricula and support for scientific research. It differs from private universities in that its main goal is not to make profits, but to improve the level of education and serve society by offering modern study programs that comply with world standards.
Objectives of the establishment of private universities
These universities come within the framework of the state plan to achieve several goals, most notably:
Reduce the pressure on public universities with a large student density.
Improve the quality of higher education by offering modern curricula and advanced academic programs.
Prepare students for the job market by focusing on practical and technological skills.
Promote scientific research and innovation by linking research projects with the industry and trade sectors.
Achieving educational justice by providing excellent educational opportunities at a lower cost than private universities.
The role of President Sisi in supporting private universities
Since President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi took office, Higher Education has witnessed a qualitative leap through the implementation of comprehensive development projects, including:
1. Expanding the establishment of private universities
A number of private universities have been established in various governorates, most notably:
El Alamein International University
Al-Galala University
King Salman International University
New Mansoura University
Aswan National University
Beni Suef National University
2. Updating the school curriculum
The curriculum was developed in cooperation with such prestigious World Universities as:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Harvard University
University of Cambridge
This is to ensure that the curricula are compatible with the latest scientific and technological trends.
3. Introduction of new academic programs
New disciplines have been introduced to keep pace with the developments of the times, including:
Artificial intelligence
Data science and analysis
Renewable energy
Medical engineering
Nanotechnology
4. Promoting digital transformation in education
The development plan included the digitization of the educational process via:
Creation of interactive electronic educational platforms.
Adopt a hybrid education system, which combines traditional education and digital education.
Support scientific research through the establishment of advanced laboratories and specialized research centers.
5. Support for outstanding students
The state provides scholarship programs for outstanding students in cooperation with major universities, with the aim of enabling them to obtain an outstanding education without significant financial burdens.
6. Strengthening international cooperation
The state is keen to establish partnerships between private universities and international universities, which contributes to:
Raising the efficiency of the teaching staff through the exchange of academic experiences.
Providing international internship opportunities for students.
Improving the ranking of Egyptian universities globally.
The impact of private universities on the future of education in Egypt
Private universities have contributed to a significant transformation in the higher education system by:
Providing high-quality educational alternatives that reduce dependence on public universities.
Reduce the migration of students abroad, as these universities provide a globally competitive education.
Creating a modern academic environment that helps students keep abreast of global developments.
Supporting the Egyptian economy by graduating qualified human cadres capable of innovation and production.
Private universities represent one of the most important education development projects in Egypt, as they contribute to preparing new generations capable of competing globally through advanced skills and modern knowledge. Thanks to the vision of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his continuous support for the education system, the state continues to achieve unprecedented achievements in higher education, which strengthens Egypt’s position as a leading educational center in the region.
With the continuation of development and innovation efforts, private universities will become a successful model of modern education, supporting the achievement of the goals of Egypt’s Vision 2030, and establishing a new stage of Education based on creativity, scientific research and modern technology
