It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to RAK College of Nursing (RAKCON), where we are dedicated to advancing excellence in nursing education, practice, and research. Our commitment to providing a world-class education and shaping the next generation of nursing professionals has never been stronger.

At RAKCON, we are driven by a vision of excellence in education, patient-centered care, and the advancement of nursing science. Our faculty and staff are passionate about nurturing the next generation of nursing leaders, and we strive to create an environment where students can grow intellectually, professionally, and personally. To meet the growing demand for highly qualified nurses, we are expanding enrolment in both our Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs. We believe that those with the passion and drive to pursue a career in nursing should have the opportunity to do so, and we are committed to making our programs accessible to a broader pool of students. We are also developing new specialized short courses and diploma programs that address the evolving needs of the nursing profession in the UAE. These courses will offer focused training in critical areas such as advanced clinical skills, leadership in nursing, and healthcare management, providing flexible and accessible options for nurses looking to enhance their expertise and advance their careers.

Our commitment to high-quality academic and workforce development programs is unwavering. We are enhancing our curricula to ensure that our graduates are competent, compassionate, and prepared to excel in a variety of healthcare settings. Through innovative teaching methods, clinical practice, and student-centered support services, we aim to foster an environment where all students can thrive and achieve success. To ensure that we continue to meet the highest standards of nursing education, we are actively working towards obtaining national and international accreditations for our programs. This will provide additional assurance to our students, faculty, and the healthcare community that we are offering programs that meet global best practices and are recognized as benchmarks for excellence in the field.

We are placing a strong emphasis on scholarly research, aiming to increase research output among both students and faculty. By fostering a culture of inquiry and innovation, we hope to contribute to the ongoing development of nursing science and evidence-based practice that will shape the future of healthcare. In addition to our academic focus, we remain deeply committed to community service and awareness programs. Nurses play a vital role in promoting health and well-being within communities, and we are expanding our outreach through volunteer initiatives, public health campaigns, and educational workshops.

We recognize the importance of building national and international partnerships. We are actively pursuing collaborations with universities, colleges, and hospitals both locally and globally. These partnerships will create new opportunities for student exchange, research collaboration, and the sharing of best practices.

As we move forward, our goal is to continue to promote student success through excellence in teaching, learning, and student support. We are committed to providing a nurturing, dynamic, and forward-thinking environment that prepares our graduates to meet the challenges of modern healthcare with competence, confidence, and compassion.

I am excited for the future of RAKCON and the role each of you will play in shaping that future. Together, we will continue to elevate the standard of nursing education, care, and leadership, and make a lasting impact on the health of individuals and communities worldwide.

Sincerely

Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Al Faouri,
Dean, RAK College of Nursing