Arab States
Legal Framework
Convention
on the Recognition of Studies, Diplomas and Degrees concerning Higher Education
in the Arab States, 1978
Mobility Tools
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Resources
Association of Arab Universities (available in Arabic only)
This organization’s goals include enhanced cooperation among Arab universities
and the coordination of their efforts with a view to raising the quality of
university and higher education. It also aims at encouraging scientific
research with direct relevance to economic and social development plans, as
well as exchanging knowledge and experience among universities, and holding
scientific conferences and symposia. The site provides information on their
publications, including list of its members, which must be nationally accredited higher education institutions. Please note that not all nationally accredited higher education institutions are members of the AAU.
Islamic World Academy
of Sciences
This academy serves as a consultative organisation of the Muslim Ummah and
institutions of member states of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference
(OIC), on matters related to science and technology. It is also involved in
initiating scientific and technological programmes and activities in science
and technology, and encouraging cooperation among research groups in the
various Islamic countries on projects of common interest. The site offers
information on their activities (including seminars and conferences), programs
and publications.