Hayakom at Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Student Orientation 2026/2027
August 18 - 20, 2026

University Voices
Dr. Ahmad Hasnah
President
Dr. Maryam Hamad Al-Mannai
VP of Student Affairs
Dr. Prabhat Hajela
Provost
Noora Al-Kuwari
Graduate Student, CSE
Omar Farouk
Student Government President
As you begin your journey, I encourage you to embrace every opportunity to grow in knowledge, character and purpose, to emerge from this experience as grounded and thoughtful leaders in an increasingly morally complex world.
Dr. Recep Şentürk
College of Islamic Studies

Your journey at the College of Humanities and Social Sciences will be shaped by knowledge, curiosity and engagement with diverse perspectives. Together, we will cultivate a community that fosters critical thinking, compassion and personal growth.
Dr. Yasir Suleiman-Malley
College of Humanities and Social Sciences

At the College of Science and Engineering, excellence, innovation and purpose come together. Here, you will gain the knowledge and skills to contribute to Qatar's vision and address global challenges through science, engineering and technology.
Dr. Mounir Hamdi
College of Science and Engineering

We are living in challenging times, which makes your legal studies more critical than ever before. Let's roll up our sleeves together and forge ahead for the betterment of humankind.
Susan Karamanian
College of Law

This is an exciting time to join the College of Health and Life Sciences. As disruptive technologies transform research, diagnosis and treatment, you will be part of a collaborative community driving innovation for better health.
Dr. Markus Wenk
College of Health and Life Sciences

The world is not shaped by those who think they have the answers, but by those who are curious enough to ask new questions and seek novel answers. Here is the place where you can transform your ideas into impact and make a meaningful difference in the world.
Dr. Logan Cochrane
College of Public Policy

Congratulations! Each one of you is a testament to academic excellence, reflected in your impressive results in our admission assessments. We are confident that you are well equipped to achieve remarkable success throughout your academic journey.
Dr. Laoucine Kerbache
School of Economics and Management

Orientation Agenda
Download AgendaDay 1
18 August 2026
- 8:30am - 9:20amArrival, Registration and Community WelcomeMinaretein
- 9:30am - 9:35amCampus Safety and Community ResponsibilityMinaretein
- 9:35am - 9:40amUniversity Leadership AddressMinaretein
- 9:40am - 9:50amInstitutional Mission, Values, and the Student RoleMinaretein
- 9:50am - 9:55amThe Role of Graduates in Advancing Knowledge and InnovationMinaretein
- 9:55am - 10:00amPerspectives from FacultyMinaretein
- 10:00am - 10:15amAcademic Structure and Disciplinary PathwaysMinaretein
- 10:25am - 10:30amOverview of Institutional Financial ProcessesMinaretein
- 10:30am - 10:45amAcademic Q&A with University LeadershipMinaretein
- 10:45am - 11:00amInformal Learning Through Trivia and Peer EngagementMinaretein
- 11:10am - 12:30pmStudent Networking Lunch, Break, and PrayerMinaretein
- 12:30pm - 1:30pmCurrent Student Orientation Team Activity: The Creativity Competition, Part 1Minaretein
- 1:30pm - 2:00pmStudent Networking Lunch, Break, and PrayerMinaretein
- 11:55am - 12:00pmTransitionMinaretein
- 12:00pm - 1:00pmStudent Organizations and Interdisciplinary CommunitiesMinaretein
Student Services
Every team you will need in your first weeks on campus, from advising and wellbeing to housing, careers and IT support.

Academic Advising
One-to-one guidance on course selection, credit loads and degree planning.

Health and Wellbeing
Counselling, medical support and wellbeing programmes across Education City.

Housing and Residence
On-campus accommodation, room assignments and residence life support.

Library and Learning
Qatar National Library access, research databases and study spaces.

Career Development
Internships, CV clinics, employer events and graduate career coaching.

Clubs and Student Life
More than 40 student clubs, sports leagues and cultural societies.

IT Support
Email, Wi-Fi, learning platforms and device setup at the IT Help Desk.

Transport & Parking
Shuttle routes, metro links and student parking permits.
Useful resources
Orientation Handbook 2026
Everything you need for your first week, in one PDF.
PDF · 4.2 MBAcademic Calendar
Key dates, add/drop deadlines and examination periods.
PDF · 820 KBStudent Portal
Register for courses, view grades and manage your records.
my.hbku.edu.qaCampus Map
Find your building, lab, prayer room or nearest café.
Interactive mapStudent Code of Conduct
Rights, responsibilities and academic integrity policies.
PDF · 1.1 MBContact Student Affairs
Reach the orientation team for any question, big or small.
studentaffairs@hbku.edu.qa
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