The College of Engineering at the University of Information Technology and Communications held an awareness seminar for Master’s students as part of the Graduate Student Training and Development Program, entitled “Hidden and Overt Addiction: Challenges and Prevention Methods,” presented by Dr. Ahmed Yahya, a lecturer in the Department of Media Technology and Communications Engineering.

The symposium highlighted the phenomenon of addiction in its various forms, both overt and covert, and the psychological, social, and health effects it leaves on the individual and society, in addition to reviewing the most prominent factors leading to it and ways to reduce its spread through the adoption of awareness programs and effective preventive measures.

The seminar addressed the importance of early awareness of the dangers of addictive behaviors and the role of the educational and community environment in promoting prevention of them, which contributes to building an academically aware personality capable of facing contemporary behavioral challenges.

The lecturer stressed the importance of establishing a culture of mental health and adopting positive lifestyles that contribute to promoting psychological and physical balance, pointing to the pivotal role that academic institutions play in raising students’ awareness and providing a supportive and safe educational environment that contributes to developing their scientific and personal abilities.

​The College of Engineering at the University of Information Technology and Communications (UoITC) concluded the training course titled “Mechanism for Understanding and Constructing Course Specifications According to Bologna Process Standards.”
The course was held under the supervision of the Continuing Education Center from May 31 to June 4, 2026, with the participation of faculty members from various scientific departments.

​The seminar addressed key themes adopted in preparing course specifications according to the requirements of the Bologna Process. It focused primarily on formulating learning outcomes, as well as developing modern teaching and evaluation methods in alignment with quality and academic accreditation standards.
​Additionally, the course featured an overview of the philosophy behind the Bologna system and its significance in developing the higher education framework. Participants were also trained on designing curricula and constructing effective learning outcomes that comply with international academic standards, thereby contributing to enhancing the overall quality of the educational process.
​The course concluded with a final exam for the participants to assess their comprehension of the concepts and skills related to preparing and developing curricula in accordance with the Bologna Process requirements.
The event witnessed active interaction and engagement, which successfully fulfilled the course objectives and strengthened the faculty’s capabilities in implementing the system’s standards within the academic environment.