The Canadian University Dubai signed a memorandum of understanding with the Université de Sherbrooke – paving ways for several additional research and teaching collaborations.
Facilitating a sustainable and fulfilling collaboration between the two institutions
The agreement evolves existing cooperations between the two higher education universities who have embarked on a journey together to build a sustainable future. Built upon collaboration between Dr. Seif Khiati and Prof. Ammar Yahia, this cooperation will advance both institutions pursuit of knowledge and innovation. The most recent joint-project focused on the development of low-carbon materials in the service of modern architectural designs and championed by Ammar Yahia, Professor, Civil Engineering & Building Engineering, UdeS and vis-à-vis Seif Khiati, Associate Professor, Architecture, Canadian University Dubai.
“This collaboration is a milestone in our scientific and innovative endeavours. Opening new realms to collaboration and cultural enrichment with Université de Sherbrooke.” Prof. Karim Chelli, President & Vice-Chancellor, CUD
The well-established relationship is solidified by the agreement which provides tools to develop research – through training programs, student transfers and co-leading graduate students. The collaborations support the interrelations and developments between Canada and the UAE – and provide future pathways to explore in Arts, Music, Sustainable Development, History and Management.
“The collaboration with Canadian University Dubai combines our respective expertise for the advancement of research development and scientific knowledge – a lasting alliance between both communities.” Roch Lefebvre, Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Engineering, Université de Sherbrooke.
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From left to right: Christine Hudon, Vice Rectrice International Relations, Université de Sherbrooke; Prof. Karim Chelli, President & Vice-Chancellor, Canadian University Dubai, Ammar Yahia, Professor, Faculty of Engineering, Université de Sherbrooke; Roch Lefebvre, Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Engineering, Université de Sherbrooke
About Université de Sherbrooke
Located in Canada, in the Province of Quebec, the Université de Sherbrooke is a university offering the opportunity to benefit from an academic education that is recognized and valued around the world. The Université de Sherbrooke is host to more than 31,000 students. Currently, more than 1,600 foreign students from 88 countries worldwide attend the Université de Sherbrooke. More than 82% of the students enrolled at the Université are from outside Sherbrooke. UdeS has three campuses offering an enviable and sought-after environment as a well-renowned international institution in Canada.
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