Zahedan University of Medical Sciences

Report from: ZAUMS Public Relations & International Affairs Office
Published on: 18 January 2021

The topic of international university cooperation has long been on the agendas of governmental and institutional bodies, and it has been considered an important aspect of the processes of education and research. Promotion of internationalization of universities is a main priority in higher education of the country, and of paramount importance in this regard is enhancement of the quality of education and academic activities.

The aim of Internationalization of Higher Education in Iran is to raise the International Relations capacities of Iranian Higher Education Institutions by increasing their potential openness and reducing barriers for international academic collaborations.

Internationalization of higher education involves recruitment of international students, development of international branch campuses, students, staff and scholars exchange programs, internationalization of the curriculum, and research and education partnerships between institutions regionally and internationally.

In line with of international technical cooperation, the introduction of the potentials of the University concerning education, research, health and treatment , with a focus on subjects such as: student, expert, teacher, volunteer, administrative, and academic exchanges; traineeship; carrying out joint research activities with recipient countries or institutions; development-oriented social and cultural programs; and scholarships, is of particular importance.

After three decades from establishment of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences and Health Services (ZAUMS), taking into consideration full potentials and various human, scientific, natural, geographical and tourism capacities and resources, along with University"s location in Zahedan - a city in the vicinity of Pakistan and Afghanistan border and with cultural and ethnic commonalities, the grounds is now paved for international activities and developing regional cooperation in health.

Taking into consideration major policies of the government and the Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical education, and in line with contribution to the prosperity of the province as well as acceleration in the rate of scientific and socio-economic growth of the region through a route based on knowledge and wisdom-centeredness, ZAUMS can take action regarding active participation in regional events and health tourism by making necessary preparation and developing infrastructure.

We believe that this subject is a new paradigm and inevitable approach in the universities and curriculum. Active participation of faculty members and respective units of ZAUMS in introducing potentials and actual capacities of the University at international level through sharing previous experiences, spreading news and achievements on English website of the University, electronic booklets and brochures in English can be an effective step.Public Relations and International Affairs of the University have taken the following measures, the continuation of which requires contribution on the part of academics and particularly respected faculty members:

•  Registering the Zahedan University of Medical Sciences with EducationIRAN website in English, which is a program designed to manage and monitor the international aspects of Iran"s higher education. EducationIRAN has been developed to act as a platform, facilitating global higher education interactions including, though not limited to, student and faculty mobility, joint academic/research ventures, international projects.
• Communicating with international universities and institutes (including ECFMG,WES,DataFlow Group) for verification of degrees issued by the University and to pave the way for those graduates of the University who want to pursue their studies abroad
• Posting a total of more than 200 pieces of news on English website of the University, producing four video clips introducing the University in English
• Report on measures taken with regard to battling coronavirus disease pandemic in the districts under coverage of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences
• Preparation of a report concerning measures taken to implement International Health Regulations (IHR) and rendering preventive services to passengers in Mirjaveh-Pakistan Border Health Surveillance to fight coronavirus disease and issuing more than 8600 health certificates for incoming and Pakistan-bound travelers.
• Producing a video clip with English subtitle on coronavirus home isolation measures
• Holding webinar on "Some Principles of Clinical Voice" and "Clinical Panorama in Voice Area" in English through hosting professors residing abroad and academics of School of Rehabilitation
• Drafting a ‘concept note" in collaboration with Iran"s Ministry of Health for cooperation with Pakistan Ministry of Health in boosting joint activities to fight coronavirus pandemic
• Holding academic lecture series in English

The effective implementation of the development of internationalization of education in the field of medical sciences is of high importance for promotion of Iranian medical education. But there are some challenges to be addressed through inter-sectoral collaboration, and contribution of academic members of staff.

Expressing its readiness for broadening its activities regarding internationalization in all aspects, Department of Public Relations and International Affairs of ZAUMS extends its invitation to all concerned experts and academics for collaboration. Your valuable suggestions about the English website (en.zaums.ac.ir) can contribute to improving the quality of the materials. It should be noted that the news of the English Website is also available on social networks.

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