Review of Educational Enhancement Projects in Egypt's Medical Sector
Author Information
Author(s): Abdellah Galal Abdel-Hamid, Taher Salah El-Din Mohamed Fahmy, Hosny Somaya
Primary Institution: HEEPF National Committee, Egypt
Hypothesis
The paper aims to review the share of the medical sector in the higher education enhancement project fund (HEEPF) and its outcomes.
Conclusion
Educational enhancement in the medical sector in Egypt could be achieved through the HEEPF competitive projects.
Supporting Evidence
- The medical sector had a large share of the HEEPF (28.5% of projects) compared to its size (8% of student population).
- Projects covered ten areas, with human resource development being the most targeted (97.8%).
- HEEPF financed 158 projects in different faculties with a total budget of US$13 million.
Takeaway
This study looks at how projects funded by the government are helping improve medical education in Egypt, making it better for students and teachers.
Methodology
The methodology included obtaining statistics pertaining to the medical sector in Egypt and reviewing various reports and self-studies.
Limitations
The study did not cover all colleges in the medical sector and some problems were not prioritized in the projects.
Participant Demographics
The medical sector includes five major specialties: medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, and physical medicine.
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