It was announced that, within the framework of Egypt’s 2030 vision and the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research, the ministry is adopting a contemporary approach towards establishing a new generation of specialized universities. These universities aim to link education with the labor market, support sustainable development, and enhance innovation and applied research. This direction comes in response to rapid changes in the global labor market and the need for qualified personnel in specific fields that serve the national economy and national projects.

It was emphasized that specialized universities represent a fundamental axis for developing higher education, in implementation of the political leadership’s directives. This is achieved by preparing qualified cadres with digital skills and precise specializations through flexible programs based on project-based learning, enhancing innovation and sustainability, and building effective partnerships with industry and international universities. The goal is to meet the requirements of the Fifth Industrial Revolution, localize advanced industries, attract investments, increase employment opportunities, in addition to supporting scientific research and transforming its outputs into products and services that contribute to strengthening the national economy and achieving sustainable development.

Minister of Higher Education: Study to Begin Next Academic Year at Transportation and Food Universities as the First Specialized Universities in the Middle East and Africa

It was clarified that the next academic year will witness the start of studies at the Transportation and Food Universities. The Transportation University is the first specialized university in the Middle East and Africa in transportation and logistics sciences, comprising three main colleges (College of Engineering, College of Transport Technology, and College of Transport Economics). These work integrally to prepare cadres capable of designing, operating, and managing modern transport projects. Meanwhile, the Food University includes five specialized colleges, covering (Smart Agriculture, Animal Production, Water Resources Management, Food Process Technology, Agricultural Mechanization) alongside a research center and an entrepreneurship incubator in partnership with Japan’s Hiroshima University. This aims to create an integrated academic platform linking water management and food security, offering research, training, and awareness programs that support national projects, increase productivity, and enhance community participation.

It was added that this comes within the framework of a series of coordination meetings held by the ministry. These included a meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, a meeting with the German expert from the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences at Dresden University of Technology, the foreign partner of the International Transportation University, and a meeting with the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation to discuss steps for establishing the Food University. It was agreed to hold intensive meetings between specialists from the Ministry of Higher Education and the relevant ministries to complete the procedures for establishing the two universities and starting studies there.

It was stated that the philosophy behind establishing specialized universities is based on maximizing the utilization of assets and capabilities available to partner ministries, developing existing entities or merging them into integrated educational institutions, while benefiting from the expertise of professors and researchers in universities and research centers, and activating partnerships with prestigious international universities. This ensures the compatibility of study programs with international standards and provides integrated education that combines academic qualification with high-quality practical training. It was indicated that the preparation of study regulations is done with the participation of experts from Egyptian universities, partner ministries, and international partners. It was confirmed that study at these universities relies on project-based practical training within the concerned authorities and ministries, granting graduates distinguished applied experience.

It was confirmed that the ministry continues to hold intensive meetings with national and international partners to form specialized committees, develop executive visions, and approve study programs in accordance with national and international academic standards. This ensures the success of the specialized university experiment and the achievement of its developmental goals. It was indicated that upon the completion of the work of the specialized committees in the concerned ministries, in coordination with the committees of the Ministry of Higher Education, the study systems and admission mechanisms for these universities will be announced.

Egypt’s 2030 vision

“Egypt’s 2030 Vision” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a national strategic framework launched in 2016 to achieve sustainable development by the year 2030. It serves as a roadmap for modernizing the country, with ambitious goals across economic, social, and environmental pillars, aiming to improve quality of life and build a competitive, diversified economy. Its history is rooted in Egypt’s long-term planning efforts, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research

The “National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a government policy framework. It is a strategic plan, typically developed by a nation’s ministry of education, to guide the development, funding, and goals of its universities and research institutions. Its history is tied to modern efforts to align higher education with national economic and social development objectives, often in response to globalization and technological change.

Transportation University

Transportation University is a specialized higher education institution in China, primarily focused on training professionals in railway engineering, logistics, and related transport fields. It was originally established in the early 1950s, reflecting the national priority on developing modern railway infrastructure and transportation networks during that period. Today, it remains a key academic center for transportation science and technology in the country.

Food University

“Food University” is not a widely recognized historical or cultural site, but the name is commonly used for modern culinary schools or marketing concepts focused on food education. For example, in Italy, the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo was founded in 2004 by the Slow Food movement to promote food sustainability and culture. These institutions generally aim to study and preserve culinary traditions while training future professionals in the food industry.

Hiroshima University

Hiroshima University was established in 1949 as a national university under Japan’s post-war education reforms, consolidating several older institutions. Located in Hiroshima City, it is a comprehensive research university known for its commitment to peace studies, reflecting the city’s history, and for strengths in fields like education and science.

Dresden University of Technology

The Dresden University of Technology (TU Dresden) is a major public research university in Dresden, Germany, founded in 1828 as the Royal Saxon Technical School. It evolved into a leading center for engineering and natural sciences, and today is a comprehensive university and a member of the prestigious TU9 alliance of Germany’s leading institutes of technology.

International Transportation University

Fifth Industrial Revolution

The “Fifth Industrial Revolution” is not a specific physical place or cultural site, but a conceptual term describing a predicted future phase of societal and technological development. It is envisioned as an era focusing on the seamless integration of human creativity, well-being, and collaboration with advanced technologies like AI and robotics from the Fourth Industrial Revolution. As a forward-looking concept, it does not have a concrete history, but emerges from ongoing discussions about creating a more human-centric and sustainable technological future.