Academics

TAMUQ is a branch campus of Texas A&M University. It offers Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, and Petroleum Engineering. Degrees are issued from Texas A&M University.

TAMUQ curricula are identical to the respective engineering programs at TAMU-College Station and academic instruction is in English.

Upon completion of the Engineering Building in 2007, an interdisciplinary research center will be established to address production and utilization of natural resources and environmental sustainability. The research program is designed to meet the needs of the State of Qatar. A graduate engineering program will be offered at this time as well.

Administration

Dr. Mark Weichold, former Dean of Undergraduate Programs and Associate Provost for Academic Services for Texas A&M University was appointed Dean and CEO of TAMUQ on January 1, 2007.

Dr. Charles Bowman, Emeritus Professor and former Department Head of Petroleum Engineering of Texas A&M, served as the Interim Dean and CEO of TAMUQ from June 2003 until February 2004 and from June 2006 till January 2007.

TAMUQ was established with seven faculty members and five staff in its inaugural year. In 2006, it consists of 37 faculty and 65 professional staff providing academic instruction and support services for the campus.

Education City

Texas A&M’s Qatar campus is part of Education City, a consortium of educational and research institutions on the outskirts of Doha, the country's capital. Texas A&M’s partners in Education City are Virginia Commonwealth University, Weill Cornell Medical College, Carnegie Mellon University, and Georgetown University.

Location

Located in the Weill Cornell Medical Building in Education City until December 31, 2003, TAMUQ is now housed in the Liberal Arts and Science building. The Academic Bridge Program and Georgetown University are also in the LAS Building. Construction has begun on the Engineering Building in Education City, which will be the permanent home of TAMUQ starting March 2007.

Admission Enrollment

The inaugural class of TAMUQ began on September 7, 2003 with twenty-nine students, of which twenty-four were Qatari and fifteen of these were female students.

The TAMUQ Fall 2004 class consisted of 61 new freshmen students

TAMUQ received over 600 applications from over 30 countries for fall 2005 admission. The Class of 2009 consists of 63 students from 12 countries. Thirty-eight are Qatari and 33% are female. Fall 2005 classes started with a total student body of 140.

TAMUQ received over 700 applicants from over 36 countries for fall 2006 admission. The Class of 2010 consists of 55 students from 15 countries. Fall 2006 classes started with a total student body of 183, of which 43% are Qatari and 38% are female.

Student Life

A student leadership exchange program takes place in the spring of each academic year, where 10 TAMU College Station students visit the TAMUQ campus for a week over Spring Break and in return 10 TAMUQ students visit the TAMU campus for a week over their Spring Break.

TAMUQ currently has 16 student organizations and clubs representing their diversified interests ranging from academic activities to entertainment. Some of the numerous clubs’ events are holding lectures and inviting guest speakers, organizing art exhibitions, sports activities and competitions, and environmental awareness activities.

TAMUQ students celebrate “Muster” which is a yearly event celebrated on April 21st and considered to be among the most honored Aggie Traditions to remember all Aggies who have passed away.

TAMUQ students have the opportunity to live on campus in male or female residence halls, which further enhances their university experience.