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A group of students from the Department of This collaboration is a testament to Dhofar

Architectural Engineering at the College of University’s commitment to staying abreast of

Engineering recently visited the General the evolving labour market and equipping our

Directorate for Housing and Urban Planning students with the latest knowledge in urban

in Dhofar. This visit is part of our ongoing development.

efforts to enhance our students’ knowledge The participation involved engaging in various

and awareness of the National Strategy for activities and discussions centred around urban

Urban Development 2040. development, housing, and infrastructure. This

A special thanks to the Ministry of Housing educational excursion was also an opportunity

and Urban Planning for extending an for our students to gain firsthand experience

invitation to participate in the October Urban and insights into the real-world challenges and

Activities. advancements in urban planning.

Engineer Lamia Mostafa, lecturer in the

Department of Architectural Engineering, lead

the initiative and took part in a design talk.

This venture aligns with Dhofar University’s

mission to contribute to the sustainable growth

andprosperity of our communities through

improved urban planning and infrastructure. Our

students are not just learning about the future of

urban planning but are also actively participating

in shaping it.

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