Qatar has officially established and organised the Tamim Bin Hamad University for Military Science and Technology, marking a new step in the country’s military higher education system.
His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar, issued Amiri Decision No. 36 of 2026 on Tuesday, September 29, establishing and organising the university. The decision takes effect from the date of issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette.
The university had first been announced by the Qatar Armed Forces in January 2026 as an advanced academic institution bringing military and technical education together under a unified framework.
What is Tamim Bin Hamad University?
The Tamim Bin Hamad University for Military Science and Technology is designed to bring Qatar’s military and technical education institutions under a unified academic structure.
The university aims to strengthen coordination between military colleges while maintaining the individual identity and specialisations of each institution.
Its establishment is also intended to connect military education with developments in science, technology and strategic studies.
Which military institutions are included?
The university brings together several major military education institutions, including:
- Ahmed Bin Mohammed Military College
- Mohammed Bin Ghanem Al-Ghanem Naval Academy
- Al-Zaeem Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah Air College
- Strategic Studies Center
- Military Technical College
- Cyber Space Academy
These institutions were identified as part of the university’s academic framework when its establishment was announced earlier this year.
Why is Qatar establishing the university?
The university is intended to strengthen military education in Qatar by bringing academic knowledge, technical expertise and professional military training into a more coordinated system.
According to the Qatar Armed Forces, the university will support the development of national military competencies and help prepare qualified personnel while keeping military education aligned with modern technological and strategic developments.
Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education now lists Tamim Bin Hamad University for Military Science and Technology among the country’s public higher education institutions.
Amir issues second decision on the university’s Board of Trustees
On the same day, His Highness the Amir also issued Amiri Decision No. 37 of 2026, appointing the university’s Board of Trustees.
The board will be chaired by the Commander-in-Chief of the Qatar Armed Forces, with the Minister of State for Defence Affairs serving as Vice Chairman.
The members include:
- Minister of Interior
- Minister of Education and Higher Education
- Minister of Transport
- Head of the State Security Service
- Chief of Staff of the Qatar Armed Forces
- President of the National Cyber Security Agency
- President of Qatar University
- Dr. Mariam Ali Sultan Al-Maadeed
- Sheikha Dr. Dena bint Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani
The chairman may also add other members with relevant expertise and experience.
A university focused on military, technology and future skills
The university’s creation follows Qatar’s broader expansion of higher education and specialised academic institutions.
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education currently lists Tamim Bin Hamad University for Military Science and Technology alongside Qatar University, Community College of Qatar, University of Doha for Science and Technology and other public institutions.
The university’s focus on military science, technology, cybersecurity, aviation, naval studies and strategic education gives it a specialised role within Qatar’s higher education system.
What happens next?
Both Amiri decisions are effective from their dates of issuance and are to be published in the Official Gazette.
Details such as admission requirements, academic programmes, application dates and student eligibility have not been provided in the announcements cited above. These details should be confirmed through official university or government channels when released.
For context, Qatar had already announced the university’s establishment in January 2026, describing it as an advanced academic framework for integrating the expertise of military and technical colleges.
You can also read our earlier coverage on guide to Qatar Military Diploma 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamim Bin Hamad University?
It is Qatar’s new university for military science and technology, created to bring military and technical education institutions under a unified academic framework.
When was Tamim Bin Hamad University established?
The university was formally established and organised through Amiri Decision No. 36 of 2026, issued on September 29, 2026.
Which colleges are part of the university?
The announced institutions include Ahmed Bin Mohammed Military College, Mohammed Bin Ghanem Al-Ghanem Naval Academy, Al-Zaeem Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah Air College, Strategic Studies Center, Military Technical College and Cyber Space Academy.
Is Tamim Bin Hamad University a public university?
Yes. Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education lists it among the country’s public higher education institutions.
Can students apply now?
The announcements available at the time of writing do not provide admission dates, application procedures or eligibility requirements for the new university. Those details should be confirmed when officially announced.
