At the beginning of the meeting, His Highness welcomed Dr. Gareth Stanfield, praising the strong relationship and continuous communication between the University of Exeter and the Emirate of Sharjah, highlighting the fruitful cooperation in various scientific, educational, technological, and cultural fields, which contributes to providing the best opportunities for academic exchange between global academic institutions.
The meeting discussed several topics related to academic education and the utilization of advanced modern technologies for its development. It also emphasized enhancing educational plans and curriculum to positively impact the students' level and the efforts of the faculty members. Additionally, scientific research was highlighted as an advanced development for the institution through utilizing the expertise and efforts of its scientists and academics to contribute to the development of society in various fields.
The meeting also discussed expanding cooperation between the Emirate of Sharjah and the University of Exeter in developing the educational process and teaching methods. This includes teacher training to ensure the best educational outcomes that contribute to the development of students and educational practitioners according to the latest global practices in the field of education in line with the Emirate's strategy to support education.
Pro-Vice Chancellor and Executive Dean for the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Exeter praised the unlimited support and interest of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah in knowledge and education. He commended His Highness's dedication to promoting education and elevating the levels of universities in the Emirate of Sharjah, making it a prestigious academic beacon.