AFG College with the University of Aberdeen held the graduation of students who successfully completed their programmes of study at the campus in Doha.
The ceremony was a grand celebration attended by several dignitaries from across the local and international spectrum including NBK Holding chairman Sheikh Nawaf bin Nasser al-Thani, Al Faleh Educational Holding CEO Sheikha Anwar bint Nawaf al-Thani, representatives of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and other dignitaries.
Students and guests were joined by representatives from the University of Aberdeen, AFG faculty, staff, parents, in addition to family and friends of graduates.
The ceremony was officiated by Prof George Boyne, University of Aberdeen principal and vice chancellor who had travelled from Scotland to be part of the celebration.
Sheikha Anwar bint Nawaf al-Thani said: “As we gather here today, it is important that we congratulate the graduates, whilst appreciating the encouragement they have received from their families and guests who have supported them during this extraordinary journey. I am confident that each of those crossing the stage today will go on to future success, and I wish them all the best in their future careers and endeavours, whether it be here in Doha or overseas.”
Prof Boyne added: “Graduation celebrations are a time for family and friends to come together to recognise the hard work and commitment that our graduates have shown as they embark on their next chapter. I send my very best wishes to the class of 2023 and warmly welcome them to the international family of University of Aberdeen alumni.”
The ceremony included reference to the ancient rituals and culture of the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, whilst embracing the traditional Qatari heritage.
The ceremony concluded with emotional and uplifting speeches by cohort representatives who were able to reflect on their individual journeys and encourage the graduating cohort to go forward and be a force for positive change within society.
AFG College with the University of Aberdeen is a unique partnership between Al Faleh Group for Educational and Academic Services, a subsidiary of Al Faleh Educational Holding, and the University of Aberdeen. The University of Aberdeen is the UK’s fifth oldest university, founded in 1495.
