Higher Education and Education Ministries Discuss Alignment of Secondary School Tracks with Scholarship Plan

Dr. Badr Al-Basiri, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, held talks with Dr. Khaled Al-Rashid, Deputy Minister of Education, on the extent to which the high school track system aligns with the external scholarship plan and the admission requirements for the majors and universities listed therein. The meeting comes as part of early coordination between the two ministries regarding the track regulations scheduled to take effect from the 2026/2027 academic year, ensuring that the track chosen by students in high school is aligned with the requirements for completing their university studies. Dr. Al-Basiri clarified that both sides discussed the academic options included in the track regulations and their implications for the educational opportunities available to students after graduation, thereby providing students with a clear vision when selecting their track and minimizing any challenges that could affect their future university choices or their chances of enrolling in their desired majors. He emphasized that the student’s best interest is the priority in the coordination between the two ministries, stressing the importance of students’ high school track choices being based on a clear understanding of the university opportunities and pathways each track offers. He noted that technical coordination between the two sides continues to examine various aspects related to the implementation of the track system, thereby enhancing integration between the high school and university stages and clarifying the available options for students and their parents at an early stage.