UDST Holds the Graduation Ceremony for Honors Students for the Class of 2025

Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, UDST held a one-of-a-kind graduation ceremony for 323 Honors graduates. The ceremony took place at the Qatar National Convention Centre in the presence of His Excellency Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, the Speaker of the Shura Council,  Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education as a guest speaker; other Excellencies, Ministers of State, and with the attendance of UDST Board of Trustees’ Chairman His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Bin Saleh Al-Sada and the board members; His Excellency Dr. Salem Al-Naemi President of UDST, the University’s staff and faculty, and Honors graduates’ families.

This week, the University is hosting three graduation ceremonies for its students. The first ceremony, held on Tuesday, celebrated the outstanding graduates of the Class of 2025. This year’s cohort includes 426 students from the College of Business, 164 from the College of Computing and Information Technology, 328 from the College of Engineering and Technology, and 248 from the College of Health Sciences. This Wednesday, the University will host the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 from the College of Business and the College of Computing and Information Technology, followed by a ceremony on Thursday for graduates of the College of Engineering and Technology, and the College of Health Sciences, bringing the total number of graduates this year to 1,166. The University proudly celebrates a milestone achievement with the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Interprofessional Neonatal Intensive Care, as well as the first cohort of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Healthcare Management.

During the ceremony, Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al-Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education, recognized 32 distinguished students who earned academic honors by maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA with an “Excellent” standing throughout their studies in addition to the recipients of the prestigious President’s Award for Academic Excellence.

In her speech to the graduates, Her Excellency, Minister Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater said: “The University today offers 77 academic programs, including 11 at the master’s level. It houses nearly 200 laboratories, holds 21 accreditations, and maintains 65 local and international partnerships. But the most surprising and delightful fact I learned is that the University has 30 sports facilities, enough to qualify it, without a doubt, to establish its very own football club. So, to our esteemed professors and proud graduates, you have every reason to take pride in being part of this inspiring story. Dear graduates, today, I won’t shower you with poetry or grandiose words. I haven’t come before you wearing the robe of a poet—but rather carrying an old, cherished bag filled with knowledge, skills, and memories. That bag belongs to my original field: engineering. It was my first career path before life took me down new roads and through different fields and institutions."

In his remarks, H.E. Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of UDST affirmed the graduates’ readiness to lead today and in the future. He noted: “The future promises rapid and unprecedented advancements in technology and artificial intelligence developments that challenge educational systems to adapt, integrate, and prepare future generations to use these innovations responsibly and sustainably, in service of humanity. Today, we proudly reaffirm that the University of Doha for Science and Technology, through its applied learning philosophy and steadfast commitment to sustainability, embraces technological progress with an open and forward-thinking approach. We harness these developments across our research, teaching methodologies, and daily engagement with students, partners, and the broader community to support national development, address sector needs, and build impactful initiatives that will contribute to long-term self-sufficiency and progress.

Dr. Al-Naemi also shed light on the University’s strategic direction and ongoing efforts to align academic offerings with evolving market demands, both locally and globally. This academic year witnessed the launch of several new programs, most notably the Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering and aviation management offered in collaboration with Qatar Airways, Airbus, the École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile (ENAC), and the Institut Supérieur de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace (ISAE-SUPAERO) in France. Additionally, newly introduced bachelor’s and master’s programs in STEM and TVET education were included under the national "Tomouh" in-country scholarship initiative. Dr. Al-Naemi underscored that these milestones reflect the invaluable support extended by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, which plays an important role in advancing the University’s mission in alignment with the priorities of Qatar’s Third National Development Strategy.

In closing, Dr. Al-Naemi extended heartfelt gratitude to the wise leadership of the State of Qatar, led by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, may God protect him; to His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; and to the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, headed by Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, for their constant guidance and support in elevating the University and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Addressing the graduates, Dr. Al-Naemi concluded: “I extend my warmest congratulations to each of you on this remarkable achievement and encourage you to continue striving forward. I take great pride in celebrating this moment not only with this cohort but with all graduating generations and age groups who have chosen knowledge as their path and embraced innovation in its many forms throughout their journey at the University. The outcome is one and the same: excellence, commitment, and a collective determination to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our nation and to proudly represent Qatar on the global stage.”

The Class of 2025 valedictorian, Hamad Al-Sharshani expressed his happiness to be representing all his fellow honor graduates during the ceremony. He said: “I am pleased to stand before you today as a doctor and as the first Qatari man to graduate from a program that is the first of its kind in Qatar and the region: the Master of Science in Diabetes Care and Patient Education.

I am also proud to be the first Qatari man to work in the field of Diabetes Care and Education at Hamad Medical Corporation. Graduating from this esteemed institution is a proud moment for all of us. It marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another. To my fellow graduates, let us remember that today is not the end, but the beginning of a new chapter. Every one of us carries the promise of achieving extraordinary things. Let us continue to innovate, grow, and strive towards the betterment of our society and our beloved homeland.”

Furthermore, the audience joined the graduating students on a virtual journey through a video that retraced their educational path, showcased the successful completion of their studies, and highlighted their aspirations and dreams for the future.

University of Doha for Science and Technology has graduated more than 10,000 students dedicated to serving Qatar locally and internationally. UDST hosts more than 8500 students across its 5 Colleges. They embody a diverse community of over 85 nationalities, united by a passion for learning and a collective effort towards a brighter future. The audience celebrated the class of 2025, who were adorned in graduation regalia designed and created by a Qatari Fashion House.