Sawa University is a private university established in 2020 and recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. This is based on Establishment License No. 206 of 2020, issued by the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, and Ministerial Order No. (T.H.A / K 8444), dated 14/12/2020, issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The university comprises six colleges and 17 academic departments.
Vision of Sawa University
To achieve institutional excellence and academic leadership through the continuous development of academic and administrative staff, the adoption of modern teaching and learning approaches, and the implementation of quality assurance and accreditation standards, ensuring competitive graduates capable of serving society at the local and regional levels.
Mission
Sawa University is committed to delivering high-quality higher education, promoting applied scientific research, and strengthening effective partnerships with society and institutions to prepare graduates equipped with knowledge, professional skills, and ethical values, in accordance with international academic accreditation standards and continuous improvement principles.
Strategic Objectives
- Quality of Teaching and Learning
To prepare academically and professionally qualified graduates with strong cognitive and practical competencies that contribute to sustainable human development. - Learning Environment
To provide a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that supports student-centered learning and integrates modern educational technologies. - Academic Staff Development
To continuously develop faculty members’ academic, pedagogical, and research capabilities in line with national and international accreditation requirements. - Scientific Research and Innovation
To support high-quality scientific research and innovation, aligned with societal needs and labor market demands, and guided by national and global research priorities. - Community Engagement and Partnerships
To actively contribute to community development through research, training, and consultancy programs, and through building strategic partnerships with local, regional, and international institutions. - Governance and Continuous Improvement
To apply principles of good governance, quality assurance, and systematic performance evaluation at both institutional and program levels, ensuring continuous improvement.
Institutional Values
Sawa University upholds a core set of values that underpin its quality culture and accreditation framework, including:
- Excellence and Quality
- Integrity and Transparency
- Credibility and Accountability
- Equality and Equal Opportunity
- Institutional Commitment
- Collegiality and Teamwork
Graduate Attributes of Sawa University
(Learning Outcomes Framework – Accreditation-Oriented)
1. Knowledge and Discipline-Specific Competence
- Apply theoretical and practical knowledge relevant to their academic discipline with professional competence.
- Demonstrate awareness of contemporary developments and advances within their field of specialization.
2. Cognitive and Analytical Skills
- Critically analyze complex information and data using systematic and scientific approaches.
- Make informed decisions based on evidence, professional standards, and ethical considerations.
3. Professional and Technical Skills
- Effectively utilize information and communication technologies in academic and professional contexts.
- Communicate efficiently in written and oral forms and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
4. Ethics and Professional Values
- Demonstrate commitment to academic integrity, professional ethics, and independent intellectual thinking.
- Exhibit positive values, responsibility, and self-accountability in professional practice.
5. Lifelong Learning and Social Responsibility
- Show motivation for self-directed learning, continuous professional development, and engagement in research activities.
- Uphold good citizenship, national identity awareness, and social responsibility, and actively engage with contemporary societal issues.