Sana’a University Faculty of Medicine Advances Strategic Update of Graduate Program Standards

SANA’A, February 4, 2026

In alignment with Sana’a University’s commitment to academic leadership and institutional development, the technical and academic committee tasked by the University Rector convened an extraordinary session today at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The meeting focused on the comprehensive “re-description and modernization of graduate program specifications,” a cornerstone project aimed at elevating the quality of Master’s, Ph.D., and Doctor of Medicine (MD) programs.
The meeting was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Adel Al-Ghaili, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Graduate Studies, who emphasized that the updates transcend formal adjustments. “This is a strategic vision designed to transition our programs from traditional frameworks to global benchmarks, ensuring they meet both international standards and national healthcare needs,” Al-Ghaili stated.
The session brought together a distinguished panel of academic leaders and quality assurance experts, reflecting a synergy between medical sciences and institutional excellence. Key attendees included:
• Prof. Ahmed Mujahed, Vice Dean for Quality Affairs.
• Prof. Molham Al-Habori, Member of the Faculty Steering Committee.
• Prof. Amin Abdulrab Al-Bathiji, Faculty Member.
• Prof. Aref Al-Hammadi, Faculty of Science.
• Prof. Munir Al-Azzani, Vice Director of the University Center for Development and Quality Assurance.
The committee discussed a new “program identity” for graduate studies, prioritizing learning outcomes that produce researchers and clinical consultants with advanced analytical and applied skills. A significant portion of the deliberation focused on aligning the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program with the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) standards. The goal is to strike a rigorous balance between advanced medical research and specialized clinical practice.
The team underscored that scientific research within these programs must serve as a practical tool for solving existing health challenges in Yemen. By integrating academic rigor with field-based reality, Sana’a University aims to ensure its graduates remain the primary drivers of progress in national hospitals and research centers.
The meeting concluded with the approval of a strategic timeline for the project’s completion. There is a strong academic consensus that these new specifications will represent a “quantum leap,” positioning Sana’a University’s Faculty of Medicine as a regional leader in medical education. This initiative reaffirms the university’s dedication to sustainable quality and its role as a catalyst for human and scientific development in the Republic of Yemen.