Education

Articles and news related to education, modern teaching methods, curricula, and innovation in the educational process.

UNRWA announces the readiness of more than 8000 teachers to ensure the return of education in Gaza amidst enormous challenges

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) announced today, Saturday, the readiness of more than 8000 of its teachers to begin the process of returning children in the Gaza Strip to their classrooms and resuming their educational journey.

Trump criticizes American universities: "They have been corrupted by anti-American ideologies"

Trump confirmed that his administration would take strict action against institutions that practice illegal discrimination based on race or gender.

Temporary Accommodation for Students from Sweida in the University City of Damascus During the Supplementary Exam Period

The Director of the University City in Damascus, Imad al-Din al-Ayubi, announced the provision of temporary accommodation for students from Sweida Governorate who are enrolled in the faculties of Damascus University and wish to take the supplementary exams for the academic year 2024-2025.

The Syrian Higher Education Ministry Allows Students to Reapply for Admission Provided They Cancel Their Previous Enrollment

The Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced on Wednesday a new decision that allows students who have previously been accepted or enrolled in a public university and who applied this year with a high school diploma (2025 cycle) to reapply for the general admission process.

Cooperation Agreement for the Rehabilitation of University Laboratories between the Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and the Organization "Humanity for All"

The Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research signed a new cooperation agreement on Sunday with the organization "Humanity for All", aimed at equipping and renovating laboratories in several university hospitals, as part of a plan to support the medical and educational infrastructure in Syria.

Cancellation of government grants for private universities in Syria starting from the academic year 2025–2026

Dr. Mohammed Al-Suwaid, Assistant Minister of Higher Education for Private Education Affairs and Chairman of the Digital Transformation Committee, announced that the Higher Education Council decided in its last session to cancel the grants allocated to private universities starting from the academic year 2025–2026.

The Syrian Minister of Education Honors Student Mazen Fandi for Achieving Third Place in the World Chess Championship

The Minister of Education and Higher Education in the Syrian Arab Republic, Dr. Mohammad Abdul Rahman Turko, honored student Mazen Fandi from Hama Governorate for his excellence in achieving third place in the world at the World Chess Championship

Presidential Decree Establishing Idlib University and Merging Its Associated Colleges into a Unified Structure

Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara issued a decree today, Thursday, declaring Idlib University officially established as of August 2, 2015, with its numerical staff approved from the same date, in an organizational step aimed at unifying the academic and administrative structure in the governorate.

The "Hand, Foot, and Mouth" virus closes a classroom in an Egyptian school in Giza

An international school administration in the Saqqara area of Giza announced the closure of one fifth-grade classroom for five days after recording four confirmed cases of the "Hand, Foot, and Mouth" virus (HFMD) among students.

The Syrian Minister of Higher Education and the Acting Hungarian Ambassador Discuss Strengthening Academic Partnership

The Syrian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Marwan Al-Halabi, discussed with the Acting Hungarian Ambassador in Damascus, Istvan Gyula Shush, mechanisms to strengthen the ties of bilateral cooperation in the fields of higher education and scientific research.

Aleppo University Clarifies the Truth About the Broken Statues in the Faculty of Arts: Only Removal of Old Projects

"The artworks that appeared broken in the campus of the Faculty of Fine Arts were not actually destroyed, but rather old student projects that had deteriorated due to time and weather conditions were removed."

The Syrian Ministry of Education prohibits chanting any slogans or anthems other than the national anthem in schools

The Syrian Ministry of Education issued a circular on Monday prohibiting the chanting of any slogan or anthem in public and private schools at all educational stages, until the national anthem of the Syrian Arab Republic and the official logo of the ministry are adopted according to constitutional and legal procedures.

A Chinese Study Reveals a Strong Link Between Physical Weakness and the Risk of Dementia

An international study led by Zhengzhou University in China has revealed an unexpected causative factor for dementia, as researchers found that physical weakness is significantly associated with the development of the disease, according to what was published in the journal Neurology.

Syria: The qualifying rounds for the programming marathon for children and youth 2025 have begun

Today, the qualifying rounds for the programming marathon for children and youth for the 2025 season have begun, organized by the "Excellence and Creativity Authority" in partnership with the "Lifelong Learning Center" at the Syrian Virtual University, where 842 students

Syrian Higher Education Reduces Admission Rates for Students Returning from Abroad

In a strategic move aimed at supporting Syrian students returning from non-Syrian universities, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced today, Wednesday, a reduction in admission rates for several university specializations within the transfer and equivalent conversion competition for the academic year 2025–2026.

Damascus University Among the Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide According to Stanford and Elsevier Rankings

Damascus University has achieved a significant academic milestone by being listed among the top 2% of scientists around the world, according to a ranking issued by Stanford University in collaboration with the global research institution Elsevier, which is one of the most prominent internationally recognized scientific rankings.

Trump imposes strict financial restrictions on Harvard University.. what is the reason?

The Trump administration escalates its confrontation with Harvard University, imposing unprecedented financial restrictions that threaten its federal funding, amid accusations related to politics, race, and student protests.

Idlib – Ataa Association Launches Early Recovery Projects in Sarmin Including Education, Water, and Housing

The Ataa Association for Humanitarian Relief announced today, Wednesday, the launch of a set of early recovery projects in the city of Sarmin, eastern Idlib province, as part of its efforts to rehabilitate infrastructure and improve living conditions for affected residents.

Syria prints 24 million school books for the 2026 academic year: A comprehensive plan to support basic education

The Syrian Ministry of Education announced the completion of a massive printing plan that includes 24 million school books, designated for distribution to students in the basic education stage across various governorates, in preparation for the start of the 2025–2026 academic year.

Riyadh Hosts the Syrian Universities Forum for the First Time to Enhance the Regional Presence of Higher Education

For the first time, the Saudi capital Riyadh witnesses the launch of the Syrian Universities Forum, in a prominent academic event organized by the Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research from September 21 to 22, 2025, held at the Holiday Inn in the Al-Izdihar neighborhood.

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