It is with great pride and honor that I assume the responsibility of serving as Dean of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Jordan, this distinguished academic institution that represents the beating heart of research and scholarly creativity at our pioneering university. Since its establishment, the School of Graduate Studies has been a cornerstone in building knowledge, generating innovative ideas, and preparing a generation of researchers and scholars capable of making meaningful contributions to the scientific and intellectual renaissance of Jordan, the region, and the world.
Graduate studies are not merely an advanced academic stage; they are a broad space for critical thinking, an open field for inquiry and the extraction of results, and a platform for development and innovation. They are the pathway through which nations rise toward scientific and intellectual excellence, for the standing of universities is measured by the originality and impact of their graduate-level research, which addresses contemporary challenges and anticipates future horizons.
In this context, the School of Graduate Studies continuously strives to develop its academic programs, expand its research partnerships, and foster an environment of creativity and free thought, in line with the mission and vision of the University of Jordan.
The University of Jordan has placed the highest importance on ensuring the quality of all its graduate programs - Master's, Higher Diploma, PhD, and Higher Specialization - so that they align with international accreditation standards. These programs are built upon solid academic foundations that integrate theoretical depth with practical application, enabling students to combine critical thinking with innovative practice.
At the School, we believe that graduate students and researchers are the true wealth of the nation, for they are best equipped to lead positive change, contribute to sustainable development, and generate knowledge that serves humanity and drives societies toward greater prosperity.
Building upon this vision, the School is committed to providing a stimulating academic and research environment that supports both individual and collective creativity, promotes intellectual diversity, and opens new horizons for cooperation with regional and international universities and research centers. It also works on establishing joint academic programs that enrich the research experience and strengthen the University of Jordan's standing among prestigious universities worldwide.
To this end, the School seeks to achieve greater distinction and innovation through the development of clear policies, the simplification of academic procedures, and the provision of genuine support for students and researchers, ensuring for them a rigorous academic journey and research outcomes that reflect the University of Jordan's distinguished reputation.
Looking ahead, the School's vision is to achieve a qualitative leap in the management and development of graduate programs through the adoption of digital transformation in all academic and administrative services, thereby facilitating students' research journeys, ensuring the highest levels of efficiency and transparency, and promoting interdisciplinary research that brings together different fields to develop innovative solutions to national and global challenges.
In this regard, the School pays special attention to high-quality scientific publishing in leading international journals, which contributes to enhancing the University of Jordan's global rankings. It also works on building strategic research partnerships with leading universities and scientific institutions around the world, opening wide horizons for our students and researchers to innovate, renew, and engage with diverse academic traditions and intellectual perspectives.
Through this approach, we aspire for the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Jordan to become a model institution in the region, a beacon of science that contributes to the production of knowledge and the shaping of the future, and a pillar that reinforces the University's role as a national and global center of academic excellence.
As I proudly lead this distinguished School, I pledge to exert every effort, together with my esteemed colleagues on the faculty and our dedicated students, to translate this ambitious vision into tangible reality. Together, we shall make the School of Graduate Studies a true beacon of science and innovation, a nurturing home for creativity, and an institution that prepares generations of researchers capable of shaping the future.
Prof. Dr. Laith Nasrawin
Dean, School of Graduate Studies
University of Jordan