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Education City students can take courses at other partner universities to expand their learning experience. They may cross-register at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Georgetown University in Qatar, Northwestern University in Qatar, VCUarts Qatar, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, and Texas A&M University at Qatar.
Please see the details below and follow the steps to apply for a cross-registration course
For any questions about cross-registration, please email Najwa Sabagh at nsabagh@hbku.edu.qa
Applying for a Cross-Registration Course
HBKU Students
HBKU students should consult their academic advisor before registering for any course(s) to ensure the course fits within their degree plan.
Starting from their second (sophomore) year, HBKU students may enroll in courses offered by other Education City universities. Cross-registered courses are intended for academic enrichment; students are generally not permitted to complete core or major requirements at another institution.
- To apply for a cross-registration course, HBKU students must send the following documents via email to Dr. Selma Haghamed at shaghamed@hbku.edu.qa
- Cross-Registration Checklist
- Cross-Registration Request Form
- Student Consent Form
- A copy of your current passport
- The description of the course you are planning to take
- Approval is based on factors such as student classification, submission date/time, and course availability.
- Once approved, you will receive the signed forms via email. You must then forward them to the host university to complete your registration.
- The student and the branch campus will notify the Registrar’s Office about the registration. The Registrar’s Office will then notify HBKU Finance and the student of the successful and completed registration that includes the total credit hours during the semester.
Important:
- Registration at the host university is on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to space availability.
- Approval for cross-registration is determined by the institution offering the course.
- By enrolling in a course at another Education City university, you agree to follow their academic policies and calendar. This includes attending classes even if HBKU is closed. Please be aware that academic calendars may differ between institutions.
Non-HBKU Students
- To view available HBKU courses, please visit the Dynamic Schedule and select the appropriate term.
- To register, please email registraroffice@hbku.edu.qa with the following documents:
- Education City Cross-Registration Request Form, completed online with your digital signature and your home university registrar’s signature.
- A valid passport copy.
Important Information for Cross-Registered Students
Please refer to the Academic Calendars for key dates and deadlines.
Drop/Withdraw Cross-Registered Courses
If a student decides to drop or withdraw from a cross-registered course, they must communicate with the Registrar’s Office and email registraroffice@hbku.edu.qa to complete the required steps and ensure the process is properly finalized.