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Discover Information Systems

Learn about Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. The virtual workshop will introduce you to information systems, the faculty and more information about how to apply to Carnegie... View Article

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Computing Hub Workshop: Game Development

The CMU-Q Computing Hub will offer a free workshop to all students in Qatar. The workshop, titled “How to manage a game development team” will be hosted by Tony Davis,... View Article

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Biotechnology Explorer Program

The Biotechnology Explorer Program teaches you how bioinformatics coupled with molecular genetics can be used to combat global pandemics. More specifically, you will acquire firsthand experience in computational approaches to determine... View Article

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Game Qode

Are you interested in game design and development? The CMU-Q Computing Hub would like to invite you to register to attend Qatar's largest game development competition. You can join as an individual or as a team of three. Middle and high school students (grades 5-12) are welcome to attend along with university students and professionals.... View Article

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Game Qode Virtual Award Ceremony

Interested in learning more about the skills need to succeed in game development? Join the Game Qode Virtual Award Ceremony to see the amazing talent Qatar has to offer. January 5, 2021 4:00 PM (Qatar time) Click here to tune in!    

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Experience CMU-Q

Learn more about the different areas of study at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. Experience CMU-Q will take place online on January 23, 2021. Register now.  

Early Decision Welcome

Students that have been accepted "Early Decision" to CMU-Q are invited to meet their program area heads and learn more about their next steps. *By invitation only.

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Alice Programming Competition

The Alice Programming Competition brings together middle and secondary school students to learn to create Alice animations in one of the following categories related to Raising Awareness: Impact of social media COVID-19 Education Qatar 2022 Save water even if you live next to a river During the competition, the selected teams will present their projects... View Article

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Biotechnology Explorer Program

The Biotechnology Explorer Program teaches you how bioinformatics coupled with molecular genetics can be used to combat global pandemics. More specifically, you will acquire firsthand experience in computational approaches to determine the origin of outbreaks of SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, and SARS-COV-2 and more importantly, to design potential vaccines against COVID-19. If you’re interested in science and innovation,... View Article

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The Great Chemistry Quiz

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Are you a senior in high school studying chemistry? Sign up for an opportunity to test your chemistry skills with students from across Qatar. The Great Chemistry Quiz will take place online! Step 1: Put together your team of 2-4 students with one accompanying faculty. You must also include one teacher per team. Step 2:... View Article

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Summer College Preview Program

The SCPP is an opportunity for students from Qatar and the surrounding region to visit our campus and put their skills to the test within a community of other bright young scholars. You will work hard, but you will also learn about different career paths, experience the excitement of campus life and challenge yourself to... View Article

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Code in Alice ’21

Students ages 13 to 18 are invited to learn the fundamentals of programming with Code in Alice '21! Participants will build their own 3D game and animation while learning the basics of 'Alice 3'. All you need is a computer with internet! Learn more about Code in Alice '21.

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Discover Education City

Join Discover Education City (DEC), an Education City-wide virtual information session, to learn more about CMU-Q's academic programs and admissions process. Upcoming sessions: IB & American Curriculum October 11 at 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Click here to register. International Curriculum October 12 at 4:30 – 5:30 pm Click here to register. British Curriculum October 13... View Article

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Experience CMU-Q

Learn more about the different areas of study at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. Experience CMU-Q will take place online on October 16, 2021.  Learn more about how to apply  

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Discover Information Systems

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Learn about Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. The virtual workshop will introduce you to information systems, the faculty and more information about how to apply to Carnegie Mellon University... View Article

Experience CMU-Q

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Learn more about the different areas of study at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. Experience CMU-Q will take place online on January 15, 2022. Click here for more information on how to register. 

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Ibtikar Qatar

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

Ibtikar: The Information Systems Advantage Upcoming workshop: Saturday, January 22, 2022 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Learn more Update: Ibtikar Qatar will take place online.

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Discover Information Systems

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Learn about Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. The virtual workshop will introduce you to information systems, the faculty and more information about how to apply to Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. You’ll learn more about: Innovation and startups Consulting real clients Green IS and sustainability Data science Business process management Register to attend!  ... View Article

Evolutionary biology: A workshop on research and teaching evolution in the MENA region

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A two-day workshop for faculty and researchers will feature panel discussions, research talks with invited speakers, and small group sessions for attendees to share their observations and experiences in research and teaching evolution at the university level in the MENA region. The workshop is in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar and the University... View Article

Alice Programming Competition

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

In this competition, middle and secondary school students will submit animations or games in Alice 3 on one of the following themes: Artificial intelligence Cybersecurity Entrepreneurship Climate change Health Learn more on how to register your team. 

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Computer Science Summer Camp

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

Hands-on experience where participants get to learn the foundation of computer programming, build their own projects, play games, enhance their communication and presentation skills, and much more! For more information, please contact: mindcraft@andrew.cmu.edu

Summer College Preview Program

If you are currently a student in year 10 (sophomore) or year 11 (junior), show strong academic potential and aspire to attend an elite university such as Carnegie Mellon, the Summer College Preview Program (SCPP) is a wonderful first step in achieving your goals. SCPP is an opportunity for students residing in Qatar to experience the excitement... View Article

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Applications open

Applications for students starting university in August 2024 opens on September 1. Please note that the deadline for Fall 2024 applications is January 15, 2024. To learn more about how to apply, please visit our Admission page.

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Qatar Collegiate Programming Contest

Carnegie Mellon Qatar

The Qatar Collegiate Programming Contest provides university and high school students, interested in any computing-related field, an opportunity to demonstrate their programming and problem-solving skills. Students living in Qatar meet under one roof to compete in teams by designing computer-based programs that solves real-life problems using high-level programming languages such as C, C++, Java and... View Article

A Day at CMU-Q: Biological Sciences

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

Experience a day in the life of a Biological Sciences student. Future students will have the opportunity to conduct hands-on experiments that showcase what our current students are doing daily in the lab.  Your day, if you choose to embark on this adventure, includes close interaction with current students to answer questions about university life,... View Article

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Experience CMU-Q

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

Experience CMU-Q is a one-day workshop for high school students to introduce them to the disciplines at CMU-Q. Students choose one of our four program areas, and then participate in fun, hands-on activities to learn more about that field. Experience CMU-Q is taught by faculty, staff and students, so this is an excellent opportunity to... View Article

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Early Decision deadline

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar is pleased to announce the Early Decision admission round for August 2024 entry.

Biotechnology Explorer Program

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

The Biotechnology Explorer Program is an outreach program where secondary school students perform experiments in the lab and learn more about the Biological Sciences program at CMU-Q.

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Regular Decision deadline

Applications to begin studies in Fall 2024 are due on January 15, 2024. Learn more about applying to CMU-Q.

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Pi Day Mathematics Competition

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

The Pi Day Mathematics Competition is an opportunity for secondary/ high school students in Qatar schools to explore the fun side of mathematics. Teams of four students compete in two rounds of mathematical problem solving. The preliminary round will determine the top four teams. The top four teams advance to the final round. Registration starts... View Article