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University President Announces the Establishment of Al-Qurna Polytechnic College
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Professor Dr. Adnan Abdullah Atiq, President of Southern Technical University, announced:

“We are pleased to share with our dear students, university staff, and the wider community the joyful news of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s decision to convert Al-Qurna Technical Institute into Al-Qurna Polytechnic College.

This represents a significant academic milestone that adds to the growing list of achievements of Southern Technical University. This success was made possible by the dedication of our hardworking team and their unwavering support for the university’s continuous development journey.”

This decision aligns with the national strategy for the advancement of higher education, which promotes the establishment of polytechnic colleges as a means to strengthen the connection between technical universities and the industrial and productive sectors. It is a strategic step toward supplying the labor market with highly qualified technical professionals equipped to meet the demands of development and technological innovation.

Dr. Atiq also expressed his appreciation, stating:

“On this occasion, we extend our heartfelt thanks and deep appreciation to His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, and to the Undersecretary for Scientific Research Affairs, Professor Dr. Haider Abd Dhahad, for their outstanding dedication and continuous support. Their efforts in overcoming challenges have made this achievement possible and reflect the Ministry’s vision of enhancing applied education and developing the capacities of academic institutions across Iraq.”