A student confirms: I joined Suez National University because it has modern departments that qualify for the labor market

Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, the Prime Minister, inspected the Suez Ntional University in Al Salam City, as part of the state's follow-up to the plan to develop the higher education and scientific research system and implement the directives of President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi to establish modern national universities that provide excellent education that meets the requirements of the fourth industrial revolution, during his visit to the governorate today.

Moreover, the Prime Minister was welcomed by Dr Maher Mesbah, the Secretary General of the Council of National Universities, and Dr. Ashraf Hnijal, the President of Suez National University.

During his visit, the Prime Minister stressed that the establishment of new national universities represents a qualitative leap in the development of university education in Egypt by linking academic study with practical application and the labor market, and supporting the fields of innovation, scientific research, and modern technology.

Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, pointed out that there is a remarkable development in the establishment of national universities, which was achieved through the overwhelming support provided by the political leadership to establish these universities in order to provide an advanced and distinguished educational experience for students, through modern intercultural study programs that keep pace with the latest international educational systems and promote partnership with the industrial sector. He also explained that the relationship between governmental and national universities is based on integration and cooperation.

During his tour of the university, Dr Moustafa Madbouly listened to an explanation from the Minister of Higher Education, who pointed out that Suez National University is one of the leading private universities established by Presidential Decree No. (243) of 2025, to be a new scientific beacon in Suez Governorate, serving national development goals and contributing to the achievement of Egypt's Vision 2030.

 Dr Maher Mesbah, the Secretary General of the Council of National Universities, explained to the Prime Minister that the university campus is located in Al Salam 1 city on the Cairo-Suez road, in a strategic location close to the new administrative capital and the industrial zone, which provides students with excellent opportunities for practical training and direct contact with the work environment.

Dr. Moustafa Madbouly also listened to a detailed explanation from Dr. Ashraf Hnijal, President of Suez National University, about the academic programs related to earth and energy sciences, as well as a detailed presentation from the university management about the academic programs offered by the university in ten faculties, including: Petroleum and Mining Engineering, Engineering, Computers, Information, and Artificial Intelligence, Physical Therapy, Dentistry, Science, Media, Languages and Humanities, Business and Political Science, and Applied Arts.

Therefore, the programs include modern disciplines in line with labor market requirements, such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, energy and environmental engineering, molecular biotechnology, digital media, smart communication systems, supply chain and logistics management.

During the tour, the Prime Minister inspected the auditoriums of the Faculty of Science, where he saw a lecture on geology for the faculty's students; the Prime Minister held a dialogue with several students. He also expressed his pleasure to be present today with the youth of Egypt in the first academic year of this emerging university, saying: "You are the future because we are working for the future and the state's goal is to graduate competent students who keep pace with the requirements of the future and can adapt to the latest technological developments in various fields.

Hence, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly pointed out that his visit today to the university is to check on the regularity of studies at the university. He pointed out that the state is currently doing its best to increase the number of universities in Egypt, which has reached 132 universities, after it was only 50 universities a few years ago.

In addition, the Prime Minister spoke about the experience of establishing national universities. He also stressed that it is a new and rich educational experience, and the directives of His Excellency, the President of the Republic, were necessary to increase the number of universities in Egypt and diversify them, as we have had only public universities and private universities for many years. The idea was born to establish national universities that are affiliated with the public university but are somewhat distinctive compared to public universities.

Meanwhile, a student explained to the Prime Minister the content of the lecture about rocks and their types and uses, and during his dialogue with the students, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly asked the students about their reasons for joining this university; one student explained that she joined the Suez National University because it has modern departments that qualify for the labor market. One of the students pointed out that there are new sciences that are only available in national universities, and they seek to study them. As well, it encouraged them to join the national university in Suez, which was welcomed by the Prime Minister, who expressed his happiness with the level of thinking of our youth, and we have minds that do not think in traditional ways, which makes us expect a better future for them and our dear Egypt.

Moreover, the Prime Minister continued his inspection tour of the university, where he visited the physics lab for students of the Faculty of Computers, Information, and Artificial Intelligence, which is equipped with the latest digital devices and systems to train students on practical applications of artificial intelligence and smart systems, which he praised.

The Prime Minister concluded his tour of the university by visiting the chemistry lab at the Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Engineering, which is one of the advanced labs in the field of petrochemistry and analysis of geological samples, and is dedicated to training students in industrial applications in the fields of oil and gas.

The Prime Minister stressed the importance of the role played by Suez National University in preparing graduates who possess the technological and practical skills required in the local and international labor market. He also praised the progress the university has achieved in a record time in terms of infrastructure, laboratories, and modern equipment.

He also praised the university's efforts in linking academic programs to national development plans, and its adoption of the philosophy of applied education and integration with industry and the private sector.

At the conclusion of his visit, the Prime Minister directed continued support for the university in its plan to establish new expansions on an area of 42 acres in New Suez City, and to strengthen international partnerships and academic and research exchange, in a way that enhances the university's position as a center of scientific and regional excellence that contributes to serving society and developing its human capabilities.

Dr. Moustafa Madbouly also directed that attention should be paid to exploiting the empty spaces between Suez University and Suez National University by increasing the area of agriculture and establishing places for students to practice their activities.