S Eleven Educational, an investment company specialising in development of innovative educational initiatives, has announced the launch of an expansion project for the Strathclyde University – Bahrain campus. 

 

This expansion will take place in the Harbour Heights, owned by Infracorp, a company specialising in investment in the infrastructure and sustainable development sector.

 

The expansion agreement signing was attended by Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Principal of Strathclyde University - Scotland; Khaled Al Hammadi, Managing Director of S Eleven Holding; Hisham Alrayes, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Infracorp; and Majed Al Khan, CEO of Infracorp.

 

The university will undergo a comprehensive expansion, featuring newly equipped spaces dedicated to practical training. This includes four state-of-the-art laboratories for Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic, Chemical, and Civil Engineering programmes, all adhering to the standards of the Strathclyde University’s UK parent campus. The project aligns with the university's vision to meet the growing demand for academic and research programmes and will involve increasing academic and administrative staff to support the enhanced educational process. Furthermore, over 2,000 square meters will be allocated to specialised equipment areas and collaborative workspaces, fostering the integration of education and industrial innovation.

 

Dr Abdullah Al Sada, General Manager of S Eleven Educational, stated: "We are proud of our partnership with Strathclyde University – Bahrain to provide an innovative educational experience. These new facilities and laboratories will serve as centers of innovation, enabling students to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to face real-world challenges. This expansion reflects our continuous commitment to fostering an advanced educational system that aligns perfectly with the ambitious goals of the Kingdom of Bahrain, supporting the Kingdom's aspirations towards innovation, economic growth, and global competitiveness."

 

Professor Stephen McArthur, President of Strathclyde University – Bahrain, also expressed his happiness with this important step and the purposeful expansion to achieve the university's vision in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in addition to growth in the academic and research programs offered.

 

For his part, Majed Al Khan, CEO of Infracorp, commented: "At Infracorp, we are keen to adopt a future vision aimed at promoting education and innovation in the Kingdom of Bahrain through our participation in this strategic project to expand the Strathclyde University – Bahrain campus. We are also committed to providing advanced infrastructure solutions that support the latest technologies and enhance the level of education and scientific research.  Our partnership with Strathclyde University and S Eleven Educational is a distinguished model of cooperation, which positively reflects on the Kingdom's vision for achieving sustainable development and promoting economic growth. We also strive to provide an integrated educational environment that enables students to face the challenges of the times and compete globally."

 

The project is scheduled to be completed before the start of the next academic year. - TradeArabia News Service