Student Experience - Northwestern University in Qatar Northwestern University Contact Careers Directory MyNU-Q Search NU-Q Websites Student Experience At Northwestern Qatar students engage in a learning environment that includes programs from one of the top universities in the world while capitalizing on its location in the Middle East – offering unparalleled opportunities to learning how to contribute to a better world. Academics Wildcats at Northwestern Qatar can pursue an academic career in journalism and strategic communication or communication. All students are offered a foundation in the liberal arts, which provides a wide variety of courses across many disciplines including philosophy, Middle East studies, anthropology, and literature. More Information keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right Going Global Wildcats have the option to study abroad and use their skills in a professional setting through J ournalism and Strategic Communication Residencies . Opportunities also abound for international experiences outside of Qatar that develop students' leadership skills and global awareness. More Information Student Life Experience outside the classroom is an important part of the Northwestern Qatar experience. From sports programs to film clubs students are offered opportunities to explore and expand the skills they are learning in class. Students are also provided a number of services including career services and mental health and wellness services. More Information keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right Wildcat Tales Research Research is an integral part of the Northwestern Qatar student experience. Wildcats have access to various research grants and opportunities from the home campus and other funding institutions. Students have presented their research at major international conferences, entered their films and documentaries in international film festivals, and submitted articles to international research publications. More Information arrow_forward Films and Documentaries Northwestern Qatar Wildcats are making award-winning films and documentaries. Students have submitted their work to international film festivals around the world including the Cannes Film Festival’s short film corner, Toronto International Film Festival Ajyal Film Festival, and many others. Watch arrow_forward News Articles and Features As students of Northwestern’s Medill School, Northwestern Qatar write news articles, features, and video stories for prominent news outlets from The Washington Post to Al Jazeera – as well as marketing and strategic communication plans for leading international firms. Read More Stories arrow_forward Discover More Qatar Find Out More arrow_forward Education City Find Out More arrow_forward Northwestern University in Qatar Education City, Qatar +974 4454 5100 Get directions Become a student Work at NU-Q Contact About Northwestern Qatar Careers Directory Contact NU-Q Admissions How to Apply Tuition & Aid Academics Undergraduate Programs Executive Education Undergrad Academic Calendar open_in_new Faculty Directory Research at Northwestern Qatar Research Topics Publications & Reports Campus Visit Map Location Student Life Library Safety open_in_new More Northwestern Qatar News Events Careers at NU-Q MyNU-Q open_in_new Resources for Students open_in_new Sharepoint open_in_new Privacy Statement open_in_new © Northwestern University