His Excellency, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Prof. Dr. Haider Bahaa Al-Hasani met with the Chair and members of the Committee of Deans of Media Colleges at Iraqi universities.

Prof. Dr. Haider Al-Hasani emphasized the importance of media faculties keeping pace with the rapid transformations in the media landscape, as well as scientific and technological advancements. 

His Excellency urged the updating of curricula and academic programs to meet current requirements, particularly in the fields of digital media and artificial intelligence applications. 

Prof. Dr. Haider Al-Hasani further highlighted the necessity of enhancing students' professional and practical skills to cultivate media professionals equipped with the knowledge and ability to navigate contemporary media practice based on sound scientific and professional foundations.

Prof. Dr. Haider Al-Hasani stressed the need to improve the outcomes of media education by realigning specializations and study programs with the shifts occurring in the media sector and the demands of the labor market. 

His Excellency called for a greater focus on the practical aspects of education to ensure that graduates possess the professional competence to keep up with new developments in media and communication. 

Prof. Dr. Haider Al-Hasani encouraged directing scientific research toward studying media phenomena, analyzing their associated challenges, and anticipating future trends.

For their part, the Chair and members of the Committee of Deans of Media Colleges outlined the key academic and professional challenges facing media disciplines. 

They presented their visions and proposals for developing programs and improving performance, in alignment with the Ministry’s strategic direction and the requirements for modernizing the higher education system. 

Directorate of Media & Government Communication

Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research

November 2, 2026