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Experience CMU-Q
What can I study at CMU-Q?
This program enables attendees to do one workshop in the academic major of most interest to them here at CMU-Q between our four majors: Biological Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Science and Information Systems.
Summer College Preview Program (SCPP)
What is university like?
The SCPP is an academically intensive program that introduces high school students to the different facets of campus life. Students attend college-level preparation classes in math and writing, create a project in one of our academic majors as part of a team. Many SCPP students go on to become CMU-Q students.
Upcoming session: July 23 – August 10, 2023
Mindcraft
What is computer science?
Computing is the driving force in nearly every discipline and field of study. Engineering, aviation, business, social sciences and medicine all rely on computer science. Mindcraft Virtual sessions are two hour workshops for students to learn about computing and the many careers for computer scientists.
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Ibtikar Qatar
What is information systems?
The field of information systems is about applying technology to solve practical problems. In our technological age, the career possibilities in this area are limitless. Ibtikar introduces students to topics like human-centered design and business process management.
Upcoming session: Spring 2023
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Biotechnology Explorer Program
What is it like in a biology lab?
To introduce secondary students to biological sciences, CMU-Q hosts the Biotechnology Explorer Program where students investigate questions like how the brain works and what is the protein content in different foods.
Stay tuned for upcoming sessions.
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Alice Programming Competition
What can I create using my programming skills?
Here’s your challenge: create an animation or game using Alice Middle East in the category of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, climate change, or health. Make your world come alive with Alice Middle East!
Upcoming competition: May 24, 2023
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Pi Day Mathematics Competition
Can I challenge myself in math?
The Pi Day Mathematics Competition brings together students for a challenge in thinking. In the preliminary round, students work in teams. The top four teams advance to the finals, where they are given 16 rounds of questions, and only 90 seconds to answer each.
Preliminary round: February 18, 2023
Final round: March 25, 2023
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