Kuwait Technical College Concludes 'Future Specializations' Forum

Kuwait Technical College (KTC) successfully concluded the Future Majors Forum, held under the patronage and attendance of Sabah Al-Bader, the Governor of Mubarak Al-Kabeer and Acting Governor of Hawalli. The event was attended by the college’s administration and faculty members, as well as a select group of academics, experts, and specialists. The forum aimed to enhance youth awareness of promising academic and career pathways, aligning educational choices with the evolving demands of the labor market and the objectives of Kuwait Vision 2035, which seeks to build an economy based on knowledge and innovation.

The forum witnessed widespread attendance from students, parents, and interested parties. It focused on the importance of selecting appropriate academic majors and identifying the most promising sectors and skills required in the future labor market, thereby contributing to the preparation of a generation capable of keeping pace with rapid technological and economic transformations.

Organizing the forum aligns with the college’s commitment to its role in empowering youth and enhancing their academic and professional readiness by providing knowledge platforms that combine academic expertise with practical experience, guiding students toward majors that meet the needs of both local and global job markets.

The forum’s program included keynote presentations, discussion sessions, and specialized workshops covering key future fields, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainability, digital transformation, and the future of work. It also highlighted the skills necessary for success in the future work environment.

A select group of academics, experts, and specialists participated in the forum. Dr. Al-Bara’ Al-Tawrah, Assistant Professor of Media Studies at the college, delivered the opening session, while Dr. Fayy Binsalama, Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity at the college, presented the major transformations currently reshaping the labor market and the disciplines that will lead the future.

The college honored all speakers, experts, and participants in appreciation of their valuable contributions and their role in enriching discussions and sharing their expertise with students and attendees, reflecting the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and specialized expertise in supporting and empowering youth.

Speaking to the media, College President Dr. Ayman Al-Zaid stated, “True investment in the nation’s future begins with empowering youth to make informed educational decisions and linking education to the changing needs of the labor market.”

Al-Zaid added, “Through the Future Majors Forum, we strive to provide a platform that brings together academic and professional expertise, helping students anticipate future opportunities and choose pathways that enable them to contribute to achieving Kuwait Vision 2035 and building an economy based on innovation and knowledge.”

The college reaffirmed its continued launch of distinctive initiatives that strengthen its role as an applied educational institution aligned with future requirements, contributing to the preparation of national cadres equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to lead transformation across various sectors and support the objectives of Kuwait Vision 2035 toward an innovation- and knowledge-based economy.