Our Commitment
to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The University is committed to the belief that diversity is one of the institution's greatest strengths as an intellectual community, that represents a key for educational success and excellence. A campus that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion enhances the experience for every member in the University in either the learning or working environment. Qatar University considers diversity as one of Core Values of the University in achieving its vision and mission, as it embraces diversity that respects religious and cultural tenants, and considers a diverse faculty and student body a source of strength that enriches its educational and work environment.
In seeking to achieve a diverse, equal and inclusive environment, Qatar University embraces a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, of all nationalities, cultures, colors, religions, and different age groups, and prohibits any form of discrimination against any of its members in teaching, learning, research or any services provided by the University. The University is committed to providing equal opportunities and ensuring every individual is treated fairly without regard to race, gender, nationality, age, disability, religion, political belief or social origins. The University is also committed to ensure that existing members as well as applicants for either employment or admission are treated on an equal basis and judged solely by reference to their qualifications, abilities, and skills, based on the legislations in the approved and effective bylaws and policies.
This webpage highlights the University’s efforts and practices towards achieving a sustainable environment that is committed to providing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to all members.
Qatar University is committed to providing its students with a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment that aids toward achieving an exceptional learning experience throughout their university life, and facilitates the participation in different programs, activities and services for all students, including students with special needs.
Enrollment by Gender, Nationality, Age
Programs Data Facts Dashboard provides an overview about multiple diversity breakdowns of QU registered students. It also displays information about employees, research, surveys, and outreach. Data can be filtered by College, Academic Level, Program, Academic Year, and Semester.
*Data used in this visualization is updated per semester.
QU's Internal Legal Documents
- The University is committed to providing equal opportunities to all students regardless of race, color, gender, religion, ethnicity, age or disability, as referenced in the student Catalogs.
- Undergraduate and Graduate Student Catalogs
- The Undergraduate Student Catalog
- The Graduate Student Catalog - The University is committed to maintaining an educational and practical environment free of all forms of discrimination, as referenced in the President Decision regarding Anti-Discrimination.
- The University is committed to preventing any form of harassment or misconduct from occurring, and to reporting any violations to the authorities concerned, as indicated in the Student Code of Conduct Bylaws.
- The University is committed to providing special support to all categories of students with special needs to ensure all students have equal access to the educational opportunities in the University, as referenced in the President Decision regarding Services of the Inclusion and Special Needs Support Center.
Centers and Programs
Qatar University values inclusion as a necessary condition for achieving institutional excellence. The University is committed to providing special support to all categories of students with special needs. The Inclusion and Special Needs Support Center at Qatar University provides support to students with special needs to ensure that all students with special needs benefit from the educational opportunities through a supportive environment that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Accessibility
As part of Qatar University’s commitment to excellence through diversity, equity and inclusion, the University strives to ensure that campus information technology services are accessible to everyone.
Student Complaint System
In reference to the President Decision regarding Anti-Discrimination in Qatar University, if a student is subjected to discrimination in treatment, he/she is entitled to file a complaint using the means stipulated by the relevant policies and procedures: