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The EDU-SYRIA Scholarship Programme has awarded 135 scholarships to Syrian refugee students in Jordan following its application and selection process. The programme received 892 applications, of which 158 applicants were interviewed at Zarqa University on 10 October 2026. The scholarship recipients include 98 female students and 37 male students. Among the recipients, 26 students are from Zaatari or Azraq refugee camps, representing 19.26% of the scholarships awarded. Applicants who were awarded scholarships met all of the following eligibility criteria: In addition to these requirements, academic cut-off scores were applied during selection. The minimum Tawjihi score for scholarship eligibility was 85.1%, …

The German Jordanian University (GJU), through the Syrian Innovation in Academia (SyrIA) Project, implemented with the support of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), has announced the International Conference on Syrian Higher Education Transformation (ICSHET 2026), which will be held in Amman from November 24 to 26, 2026. As part of the SyrIA Project’s efforts to promote academic exchange, institutional cooperation, and dialogue on the development and transformation of Syrian higher education, ICSHET 2026 will bring together researchers, higher education institutions, and international partners to exchange knowledge, explore opportunities for cooperation, and contribute to discussions on the future development and …

The EDU-SYRIA Programme, funded by the European Union (EU) and managed by the German Jordanian University (GJU), announces the opening of applications for Bachelor’s degree scholarships at Zarqa University for the 2026/2027 academic year. Scholarships are available to Syrian refugees in all specializations except Dentistry. The application period is open from Thursday, 1st OCT to Thursday 8 OCT till 12:00 pm. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Be of Syrian nationality. Hold a valid UNHCR Asylum Seeker Certificate. Hold a valid Service Card for Syrians issued by the Jordanian Ministry of Interior. Have obtained the Jordanian Tawjihi (high school certificate) in 2025-2026. …

Preparing Teachers for the Future of Education The Higher Diploma in STEAM Education is an innovative professional programme jointly developed and implemented by the German Jordanian University and the Queen Rania Teacher Academy, with support from EDU-SYRIA and the European Union. The programme equips teachers and education professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to deliver integrated learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. It promotes innovative teaching practices that connect disciplines, integrate technology effectively and strengthen creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making among students. Programme Objectives Programme Structure Programme element Details Credit hours 25 accredited credit hours …

EU-funded initiative equips teachers to integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, with the first cohort beginning October 2026 Amman – September 8, 2026 – The German Jordanian University (GJU), in partnership with the Queen Rania Teacher Academy (QRTA) and with the support of the European Union-funded EDU-SYRIA Programme, has launched the Higher Diploma in STEAM Education for Teachers, to enhance teachers’ professional development, enabling them to keep pace with the rapid transformations in education and technology, and equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the future. Higher Diploma in STEAM Education for Teachers consists of 25 …

The collaboration will support 14 students while strengthening access to employment-oriented technical education and contributing to poverty reduction. Amman, Jordan  |  6 September 2026 Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) and RUWWAD Al-Tanmeya signed a partnership agreement, with the participation and support of the EDU-SYRIA Programme, a major educational initiative funded by the European Union, to assist 14 financially vulnerable Jordanian students enrolled in HTU’s Technical Degree Programs. The idea behind this collaboration emerged from the needs of underserved communities in Amman, particularly communities facing socioeconomic challenges, where many capable young people encounter financial barriers that limit their access to quality …

Amman, Jordan — 23 August 2026 The German Jordanian University (GJU) and Queen Rania Teacher Academy (QRTA) signed a partnership agreement on 23 August 2026 to develop and deliver Jordan’s first Higher Diploma in Integrated Education (STEAM), with support from the EU-funded EDU-SYRIA Programme. The new diploma pairs GJU’s academic strengths with QRTA’s track record in teacher training and professional development. Its goal is to give teachers the tools to build innovative, integrated lessons that draw together science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Beyond individual classrooms, the program is intended to help raise the overall quality of education in Jordan …

Amman, Jordan — 22 August 2026 The German Jordanian University (GJU) marked the graduation of the second cohort of its Training Diploma in Mental Health and Community Work at a ceremony held on Saturday, 22 August 2026, under the patronage of Minister of Education and Human Resources Development Dr. Azmi Mahafzah, in the presence of GJU President Prof. Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli. The four-month program was organized by GJU’s Department of Social Work at the School of Applied Humanities and Social Sciences (SAHSS), in cooperation with the Consultation and Training Center and with support from the EU-funded EDU-SYRIA Programme. It brought together …

Jordan – July 2026 EDU-SYRIA has wrapped up its High School Summer Program (HSSP) 2026, a nine-day journey that took 35 ambitious high school students from Zaatari Refugee Camp across Jordan’s leading universities and cultural landmarks, opening doors to new academic and career horizons. Running from June 29 to July 9, the program began at Zarqa University, where students took their first steps into the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity through interactive sessions exploring how these industries are shaping the future of work. They also visited Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) where they were introduced to modern technical and …