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Educational institution in Damascus, Syria
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Higher Institute of Demographic Studies and Research
المعهد العالي للدراسات والبحوث السكانية
MottoNo Development Without Cooperation
TypePublic
Established2003
LocationDamascus, Syria
33°30′27″N 36°17′06″E / 33.5075642°N 36.2850597°E / 33.5075642; 36.2850597
CampusUrban
WebsiteHIDSR.edu.sy

The Higher Institute of Demographic Studies and Research is an educational institution located in Al-Baramkeh district of Damascus, the capital of Syria.

Established in 2003, the institute aims to qualify national cadres with advanced academic degrees in demographic sciences that address societal needs and labor market requirements.

History

The institute was founded in 2003 to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in demographic studies. It focuses on training and qualification in demographic and developmental sciences, child protection from abuse and neglect, and alternative care, alongside conducting scientific studies and research related to demographics.

Programs and Degrees

The institute offers several academic degrees in demographic sciences, including:

  • Diploma in Demographic Sciences.
  • Graduate Diploma in Demographic Sciences.
  • Master’s degree in Demographic Sciences.
  • Doctorate in Demographic Sciences.

Controversies

In January 2021, the institute faced controversy regarding the acceptance lists for its master's program. A decision to revoke the initial acceptance lists, which included a significant number of female candidates, was made without prior notice, raising concerns about transparency and fairness in the admissions process.

See also

References

  1. "المعهد العالي للدراسات والبحوث السكانية". ManHom. Retrieved October 12, 2024.
  2. "المعهد العالي للدراسات والبحوث السكانية". Al-Raaei. Retrieved October 12, 2024.
  3. "معهد عالي يستبدل قوائم القبول بأخرى لأسباب غامضة". سناك سوري. 17 January 2021. Retrieved October 12, 2024.


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