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3. 3 In the academic year 2004 /2005, all foundation programs had been activated and joined together in the Foundation Programs unit for all Qatar University Faculties (Engineering college, Arts & Sciences college, Business & Economics college and Law college). The mission of the Foundation Program is to prepare and equip high schools graduates with English, Mathematics, and Computer skills that help and qualify them for admission and move to their respective colleges and programs. Foundation Programs Unit SS-3-4

4. 4 Score Comparisons Course Number IELTSCBTIBT Paper - based IELTS Computer - based Internet - based Level (1)ـــــــــــLess than 97 Less than 32 Less than 400 Level (2)ـــــــــــ79 - 13032 - 44400 - 449 Level (3)ـــــــــــ133 -15045 - 52450 - 474 Level (4)ـــــــــــ153 - 17053 - 60475 - 499 Exemption5.517361500 To pass the foundation program, TOEFL or IELTS should be obtained according to the following table: SS-3-4

5. 5 A student will be exempted from mathematics courses A SAT or ACT points obtained as follows: Complete& Partial Exemption Table ( By Major) ACT SAT Complete Exemption Major 500 19 Arts \ Law \ Sharia 500 21Business 500 24 Science \ Engineering SS-3-4

6. 6 A student will be exempted from Computer courses if A SAT or ACT points obtained as follows: IC3 Total ScoreEntry Level 0 To 1799Foundation Computer (1) 1800 To 2350Foundation Computer (2) 2350 – 3000 Complete Exemption SS-3-4

7. 7 A student may be partially exempted from foundation courses if he/she is Exempted from one or two Foundation subjects (English, Mathematics & Computer) A student who attains partial exemption is eligible to register in credited Courses according to the following table: SS-3-4

8. 8 A student will choose his/her courses depending on the results of the level examination tests. Those students who have been completely exempted from all foundation courses should get advised by the college’s advisor. Students who have been partially exempted, should register foundation courses first and then register remaining subjects according college’s advisory. If any questions or inquiries, please contact Foundation Program: SS-3-4

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10. 10 myQU – Your University Portal How do I login to myQU? Services available through myQU SS-3-4

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12. 12 http:// my.qu.edu.qa SS-3-4

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19. 19 The ITS Helpdesk is available to serve you in case you have any questions, comments or issues with using myQU. Email: helpdesk@qu.edu.qahelpdesk@qu.edu.qa Phone: 485-2549 SS-3-4

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21. 21 What is myBanner? Registration Self-Service Uses: Viewing student’s personal information Registration and Add/drop classes Checking registration status Viewing Registration holds Viewing the classes schedule Viewing and printing academic transcripts Viewing study plans Demo SS-3-4

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23. How to go to the Library web? http://www.qu.edu.qa/library/ http://www.qu.edu.qa/library/ 23SS-3-4

24. To get Library search… OPAC 24SS-3-4

25. You can insert your search word 25SS-3-4

26. This is the result… Choose your title 26SS-3-4

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28. To combine your search click.. Choose Field 28SS-3-4

29. For More Details click on: http://www.qu.edu.qa/library/research_tools/guides.p hp http://www.qu.edu.qa/library/research_tools/guides.p hp 29SS-3-4

30. DATABASES & E-RESOURCES The library is subscribed to 40 databases http://www.qu.edu.qa/library/e_resources/index.php 30SS-3-4

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33. 33 The Student Learning Support Center (SLSC) provides academic support services to all students at QU. The SLSC is a supportive environment where students can seek assistance with course assignments, instructors, transitioning to college academic life, or other academic issues. SLSC programs include: Peer Tutoring The Writing Lab Writing Workshops The Academic Success Workshop Series Confidential, individual academic counseling SS-3-4

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36. 36 The Student Counseling Center (SCC) is one of centers under the umbrella of the Student Affairs sector at QU that provides different services to QU Students. The Goal of the SCC is to provide variety of counseling and mental health services to QU community in general, and to QU student in particular. SCC services include: Personal and social counseling for students Marital and familial consultation for students Consultation for administrative and academic staff in students' related issues Outreach and psycho-educational programs for QU wide community Contact SCC Women's Campus - Student Activities Building - First Floor Qatar University P.O.Box 2713 Doha, Qatar Phone: +974 4856677 Email: counseling@qu.edu.qacounseling@qu.edu.qa SS-3-4

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38. 38 the Career Services Center at Qatar University provides individualized career and professional development services that engage, empower, and connect students with potential employers as well as the university community. Services For Students: Helping students to clarify their career and life goals. Identifying job opportunities, sponsorship and/or internship opportunities. Researching employers through building network employer relations, Strengthening job seeking skills and strategies, and negotiating employment offers. Providing print and online career news publications (career booklets). Preparing and editing resume and cover letter writing. Maintaining the Career Resource Library and Career Services Website. Coordinating Career Fairs and other Career Events & Seminar (sponsorship, internship, and teacher's career day). SS-3-4

39. 39 Contact Information Men’s Campus: Men's Campus Activity Building Room number: 122-123-124 (Basement) Women’s Campus Office: Women's Campus Activity Building Room number: 225 (first floor) Phone: 485 6655 / 1987 / 2585 Fax: 4831859 / 1279 E- mail: CSC@qu.edu.qa Web Site: www.qu.edu.qaCSC@qu.edu.qawww.qu.edu.qa SS-3-4

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41. 41 Services and Supports Provided By Students Fund: Monthly financial Help Fess Payments Providing Financial Help For Laptops and student housing Student who are intending to apply for Financial Aid should first read the Student Fund policies and regulations and then obtained required documents. SS-3-4

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43. 43 The section is responsible for the welfare of the students who are sponsored by Qatar University, whether they study on their own expenses, or have an Outside Scholarships to study for Bachelor degree, or have an Arabic Program for the Non-Native Speakers scholarship. Our goal is providing the international students an excellent experience while they are studying at Qatar University. SS-3-4

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45. 45 The section is responsible for providing different kinds of services that support Students with Special Needs in their academic life at Qatar University. They will be provided by a fully rooms supplied with modern equipments. Students with visual problems Students with mobility problems Students who have problems in speech Dyslexia category SS-3-4

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47. 47 The Student Helpdesk provides all students with the information that will allow them to make knowledgeable and responsible decisions. Services provided by the section: Assisting QU students with questions regarding admission to Qatar University, completing the online admissions application, changing majors, etc.. Solving academic difficulties that related to registration, add/drop, as well as tuition and fees. Carrying out the proactive communication between the university and students. keeping parents on track with a student current academic status. SS-3-4