Strategic Plan

About the College

Year of Establishment: The College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences is one of the faculties of the University of Maysan. It was established in the 2005/2006 academic year and comprises two departments: the Department of Theoretical Sciences and the Department of Applied Sciences.

Although the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Maysan is relatively young, its inception—followed by a series of rapid, well-executed developmental steps—demonstrates a remarkable capacity to overcome the challenges inherent in establishing a new institution. Despite its recent origins, the College stands tall, distinguishing itself from its peers through a unique identity and approach.

The College has successfully laid a solid foundation for the development of sports—a vital need for the community in Maysan Governorate—replacing what were previously disorganized and fragmented efforts. In today’s world, sports have become a key artery across economic, social, and cultural spheres; the significant financial investment and human capital dedicated to this sector underscore its potential as a promising “second economy.” Since its inception, the College has focused on attracting elite sports professionals from both within and outside the governorate. These experts have shared their extensive knowledge and achievements in sports science and athletic performance with students, who can now pursue both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at the College. Academic Degrees Awarded by the College: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Sciences, and Master’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Sciences.

College Address: Iraq – Maysan – Al-Kahla Road – Near the Technical Institute.

Strategic Planning Team

The Strategic Planning Committee was established pursuant to Administrative Order No. 129, dated July 16, 2025, comprising the following individuals:

No. | Academic Rank | Full Name | Position
1 | Professor (Ph.D.) | Majid Aziz Lafta | Chair
2 | Professor (Ph.D.) | Mohammed Hussein Hamidi | Member
3 | Professor (Ph.D.) | Ali Mohammed Yassin | Member
4 | Professor (Ph.D.) | Fadhil Baqir Mutashar | Member
5 | Lecturer (Ph.D.) | Alaa Jawad Kadhim | Member

College Vision

We aspire to be a leading college that provides an outstanding level of education and scientific research in the field of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, while serving the community at both local and regional levels.

College Mission

The College strives to provide high-quality educational services, conduct applied scientific research in the sports field, and engage in unique and impactful community participation.

General Objectives of the University of Maysan:

– To enhance students’ knowledge, skills, and research capabilities.

– To foster a university environment that stimulates the potential of both faculty members and students, leading to high-quality scientific output.

– To develop scientific, professional, and educational capacities, enabling the institution to compete effectively at both local and international levels. – Working toward inclusion in recognized global university rankings.

– Developing the university’s administrative framework and providing training for academic leaders and administrative staff.

– Adopting the “productive university” model and diversifying funding sources.

– Achieving alignment between educational outcomes and the labor market.

– Engaging with the local and global community and strengthening communication to achieve desired objectives.

General and Operational Objectives and Programs

First: Enhancing students’ knowledge, skills, and research capabilities:

1. Evaluating and periodically updating the teaching methods employed:

A. Program for establishing criteria to evaluate teaching methods:

Implementation duration: Five years.

Frequency: Annual.

Responsible entity: A committee formed for this purpose.

Program Implementation Steps | Responsible Entity | Implementation Timeline | Notes
– Forming a committee of experienced faculty members to establish criteria for evaluating the teaching methods currently in use. | Office of the Dean | July 16, 2025 | (Annually, each academic year)
– Compiling a list of criteria for evaluating the teaching methods in use. | Committee formed for this purpose | July 16, 2025 | (Updated each academic year)
– Monitoring the teaching performance of faculty members—conducted by the designated committee—based on the established evaluation criteria. | | | Committee formed for this purpose | 16/7/2025 | (Periodically, each academic year)
– Submitting annual reports on the evaluation of the teaching methods employed, with the aim of continuously updating them. | Committee formed for this purpose | End of each academic year (30/6/2022) | (Periodically, each academic year)
– Presenting and discussing the results at the Department Council. | Department Council | 1/7–31/8/2022 | (Periodically, each academic year)
– Presenting and discussing the results at the College Council. | College Council | 1/7–31/8/2022 | (Periodically, each academic year)

B. Program for preparing a questionnaire to assess student satisfaction with the teaching methods employed:

Program duration: Five years.

Frequency: Repeated annually.

Entity responsible for implementation: The Scientific Committee within the academic department.

Steps for program implementation | Entity responsible for implementation | Implementation timeline | Notes
– Preparing a questionnaire to gauge student satisfaction with the teaching methods used by the teaching staff, in order to identify strengths and weaknesses. | Scientific Committee within the academic department | 1–15/3/2021 | (Periodically, each academic year)
– Distributing the questionnaire to students to assess their satisfaction with the teaching methods employed by the teaching staff. | | | Scientific Committee of the Academic Department | April 1–15, 2021 | (Recurring annually)
– Preparation of annual reports on survey results, including analysis and interpretation by the department’s Scientific Committee, along with a set of proposals and recommendations. | Scientific Committee of the Academic Department | End of each academic year (June 30, 2021) | End of each academic year (June 30, 2021) (Recurring annually)
– Presentation and discussion of the results at the Department Council. | Department Council | July 1 – August 31, 2022 | (Recurring annually)
– Presentation and discussion of the results at the College Council. | College Council | July 1 – August 31, 2022 | (Recurring annually)

C. Program for developing a survey to gather opinions