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Kuwait University

Kuwait University is the state of Kuwait’s national university, leading in both higher education and scientific research. It was established in 1966 as the state’s first public institution of higher education and research. It had made significant advances since its establishment nearly fifty years ago and has evolved into a multi-faculty institution of higher education comprised of sixteen colleges offering ninety-two undergraduate and eighty-nine graduate programs. 
As it celebrates its semi-centennial anniversary (Golden Jubilee), the university has seen its enrollment grow from about 418 to around 40,764 students, faculty from thirty-one to approx. 1,695, colleges from 4 to 16, administrative and academic support personnel from 200 to more than 6,283. Kuwait University offers a profound learning experience presented by distinguished and culturally diverse faculty, backed by advanced infrastructure, state-of-the-art technologies, and world-class laboratories. 
Kuwait University has a well-defined research grants program effectively engaging the scientific community in pursuing advanced and innovative research that meets the requirements of modern times, responds to national needs and priorities, and benefits science, ​society, and humanity. It also has instituted an annual researcher's rewards system for honoring distinguished researchers of exceptional research accomplishments and innovative patented discoveries
 
Programs 
Kuwait University is a public university located in Kuwait City; it was established in (1966) with different programs including:  
- College of Arts. 
- College of Education. 
- College of Law. 
- College of Graduates Studies. 
- College of Sharia & Islamic Studies. 
- College of Public Health. 
- College of Pharmacy. 
- College of Medicine. 
- College of Science. 
- College of Social Science. 
- College of Life Sciences. 
- College of Business Administration. 
- College of Allied Health Sciences. 
- College of Architecture. 
- College of Engineering and petroleum. 
- College of Dentistry.  
 
Library: (Knowledge beyond Education) 
The library administration at Kuwait University is the administrative and technical body responsible for overseeing all university library affairs. 
The library of Kuwait University has vision and message, first the vision is about seeks to be the hub and heart of the intellectual cultural, scientific, and academic life in the university. It also seeks to provide scientific resources in the best possible manner and to provide access to information sources at any time and in any place. 
Second the message is about the library staff directs students and researchers to use information resources and it works to support scientific research in line with the university's mission in learning and scientific research.  
Finally, libraries provide information and offer information services to meet the needs of education and research programs. 
Student Life 
Kuwait University is an institution that takes great pride in its students. It provides them with the best academic and scientific services that focus on achieving education outcomes. The University is committed to preparing young people in a balanced way that benefits both society and the country. To achieve this, it offers various means to facilitate services to its students, including study affairs, housing, social welfare, sports, personal skill refinement, care programs for persons with special needs, and scholarship opportunities for expatriates. 
Kuwait University takes an active role in promoting the potential and talents of its students in all fields. The university actively encourages student involvement in elections through the National Union of Kuwait Students, established in 1964 to represent students in Kuwait. 
Furthermore, the university is dedicated to promoting and highlighting the role of university debates. This is considered one of the most important activities that enhances the confidence and skills of Kuwait University students. It also helps to educate young people and provides them with a range of subjects that nurture their minds and increase the prospects for knowledge. Kuwait University students have participated in many international debates and have achieved advanced positions. 
 

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