The Communication and Public Relations Department plays a central role in strengthening Qatar University’s presence and influence, both within the University and across the wider community. Its strategic importance stems from its close engagement with the University’s higher administration, officials, faculty, staff, and students. The Department also maintains strong relationships with government entities, private-sector organizations, civil society institutions, and other universities in Qatar, as well as with regional and international higher education institutions, accreditation bodies, and evaluation agencies.
The Department is responsible for promoting and enhancing Qatar University’s identity and reputation locally, regionally, and internationally. To achieve this, it works closely with local and international media outlets and uses a wide range of communication channels and platforms, including events and conferences. It also strives to develop the expertise, capabilities, and resources required to support the achievement of Qatar University’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
The Department supports the University’s leadership and faculty to achieve the internal and external communication objectives through providing the necessary advice and the practical support. It monitors the efficiency of the communication and public relations policies to ensure their compliance with the strategic organizational requirements of the University, as well as the internal laws, regulations, and best practices.
The Department also assists Qatar University with its digital and media appearance, publishing development, marketing, events organization and translation through an integrated strategy covering all QU’s colleges, departments and centers to enhance the institution’s reputation locally, regionally and internationally. Moreover, it produces audiovisual and digital programs featuring the academic, cultural, scientific, sports, and student activities.
The Department is very much engaged in the production of printed and audiovisual materials for the benefit of QU’s colleges and departments. At the internal and external levels, it also oversees the University’s announcements, art designs, digital boards, and screens. It organizes and manages the major events such as Qatar National Day, Darb Al-Saai, Qatar Sports Day, the Book Fair, and Ramadan annual gathering.
The Communications and Public Relations Department consists of 3 main sections: Media Section, Brand and Visual Identity Section, and Events and Protocol Section.