The Faculty of Education Council at Assiut University Commends the Scientific Achievements and Regional Distinction of the Faculty’s Academic Journals

On Sunday, October 18, 2026, the Faculty of Education Council at Assiut University held its periodic meeting, chaired by Professor Hassan Mohamed Huwail, Dean of the Faculty, and attended by the Faculty’s vice-deans, heads of academic departments, and council members.

At the beginning of the meeting, the Dean highlighted the outstanding scientific achievements attained by the journals published by the Faculty. These accomplishments reflect the advanced academic and research standing the Faculty holds within the Arab region and underscore the success of its efforts to develop the scientific research ecosystem and enhance the quality of academic publishing.

The *Journal of the Faculty of Education* ranked fourth in the Arab world—based on the Arab Citation and Impact Factor (ARCIF), which aligns with international standards—out of 1,303 journals that met the required criteria. It also secured the third position within the field of educational sciences, with an impact factor of 2.9722.

Furthermore, the *Educational Journal for Adult Education* achieved a notable milestone, ranking eighth in the Arab world according to the ARCIF impact factor, and fifth within the field of educational sciences, with an impact factor of 2.5385. These outstanding results reflect the high quality of scientific output, the elevated standard of published research, and a firm commitment to quality benchmarks and rigorous peer review. This strengthens the presence of the Faculty of Education at Assiut University within the Arab research landscape and reinforces its role in generating educational knowledge and advancing pedagogical practices.

The Council commended this scholarly achievement, emphasizing the importance of further developing the Faculty’s academic journals, enhancing their competitiveness, and expanding their reach and scientific impact in alignment with international standards for academic publishing.

Furthermore, the Council praised the smooth and consistent conduct of the educational process at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It underscored the necessity of maintaining ongoing academic and administrative oversight, while providing the essential support required by students and researchers to ensure the quality of the educational process and its outcomes.

The Council also addressed several academic and administrative matters, including the approval of the second-round examination results for fourth-year students (in accordance with the 2017 regulations), the registration of research topics for master’s and doctoral candidates, and recommendations for the conferral of various academic degrees—ranging from professional and specialized diplomas to master’s and doctoral degrees—all in compliance with established rules and regulations.

Professor Hassan Huwail, Dean of the Faculty, highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts across academic departments and administrative units to foster an optimal educational and research environment. He stressed the need to support students and researchers, encourage excellence and innovation, and continuously develop academic programs and educational services—all of which contribute to fulfilling the Faculty’s mission and elevating its standing in the realms of academia and research. The meeting concluded with an emphasis on continuing institutional work and joining efforts to achieve the college’s goals in academic and research excellence, as well as enhancing its contribution to the advancement of education and service to the community.