At Deraya University, every student has support to succeed. We provide the guidance, mentorship, and resources students need to build on their strengths, work through challenges, and reach their goals.
Deraya University provides students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed, both personally and professionally. Our campus facilities support a well-rounded student experience inside and outside the classroom.
Deraya also offers a range of career-readiness resources, including academic counseling, career guidance, internships, undergraduate research opportunities, and networking events with industry professionals. These programs help students build the skills they need for their chosen careers.
The Academic Policies & Procedures provide a comprehensive, structured framework designed to guide students through their educational journey. This blueprint outlines vital regulations governing registration schedules, course enrollment adjustments—such as adding or dropping courses—major declarations, and all essential institutional guidelines required to maintain academic standing.
Deraya University places a paramount emphasis on academic advising, ensuring students receive the personalized support and guidance necessary to attain their educational goals. Upon enrollment, each student is assigned a dedicated faculty mentor from their respective college. During the designated advising period each semester, students collaborate with their advisors to review progress, navigate curriculum requirements, and strategically select courses for the upcoming term.
Clinical training is an integral part of the curriculum at Deraya’s health sciences colleges (Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy), bridging classroom concepts with real-world practice. By participating in these clinical rotations, students gain invaluable hands-on experience, develop vital practical skills, and encounter a diverse range of clinical scenarios. Working directly with experienced healthcare professionals helps our students build the skills and confidence they need to excel in their fields.
The Office of Registration is dedicated to implementing the university’s administrative and academic policies. From enrollment to graduation and beyond, the office supports and advances the university’s educational mission by seamlessly connecting students with faculty, curricula, and classrooms.
Academic Calendar: Find registration deadlines, add/drop periods, and exam dates for the semester.
Course Registration: Get help building your semester schedule and resolving scheduling conflicts.
Exam Scheduling: Find your exam dates, times, and locations each semester.
Transcripts & Records: Request official transcripts and academic records.
Enrollment Guidance: Get help with credit-hour limits, academic standing questions, and prerequisite requirements.
Student activities play a vital role in shaping well-rounded personalities, discovering latent talents, and fostering personal growth. The Student Activities Office is dedicated to enriching campus life through the following responsibilities:
Advocate for Engagement: Promote and support a diverse range of extra-curricular student programs, clubs, and initiatives.
Manage Athletic Programs: Plan and execute both competitive and recreational sports activities, while providing direct supervision to athletic trainers and fitness instructors.
Support University Teams: Facilitate logistics, travel arrangements, and official participation for university sports teams in regional and national championships.
Cultivate Cultural & Arts Initiatives: Organize cultural programs, seminars, and artistic activities, supervising specialized coaches, directors, and instructors.
Organize Campus Recreation: Plan entertainment and leisure events for the student community, including campus gatherings, social dinners, concerts, camps, and recreational excursions.
Undergraduate Students: In accordance with Egyptian Military Service Law No. 127 (1980), Article (8), all male Egyptian undergraduate students must officially determine and clarify their military service status within 30 days of reaching their 19th birthday.
Graduate Students: Pursuant to Article (45) of the same law, all male Egyptian graduate students are required to submit an official photocopy of their military service completion certificate or exemption form upon enrollment.
The Military Education Course is a mandatory graduation requirement for all male Egyptian students. It is a pass/fail course, and graduation certificates will not be issued until the course is successfully completed.
Duration & Attendance: The course spans 15 consecutive days of full on-campus attendance, conducted under the direct supervision of officers from the Popular Defense Forces and Military Command.
Course Structure: The curriculum combines daily morning physical conditioning on the university grounds with theoretical lectures in designated university halls.
Academic Evaluation: Students must strictly comply with all attendance regulations and submit the required research papers specified by the course commander.
Failure & Re-registration: In the event of a course failure due to absence or poor performance, students must re-register for a subsequent session and pay the applicable re-enrollment fees.
National Readiness: Physically and psychologically preparing students for future national service obligations.
Discipline & Values: Instilling a structured sense of order, daily commitment, and civic responsibility.
Patriotism & Awareness: Cultivating loyalty to the nation while raising awareness of the Armed Forces’ pivotal role in national security and comprehensive state development.
Field Excursions: Organizing educational visits to military units, military academies, historical war museums, and major national development projects.
Eligible students can easily register by completing the digital form sent via their official university email or by visiting the Student Activities Office in person.
The Office of Information Technology (IT) delivers a comprehensive suite of digital solutions to the Deraya community, empowering academic excellence through cutting-edge, reliable, and secure technology infrastructure.
Official Deraya Email: Access your secure, university-branded communication gateway for all academic and institutional correspondence.
GPA Calculator: Utilize our built-in digital tool to seamlessly track, estimate, and manage your academic performance and semester grades.
IT Support Helpdesk: Get hands-on technical assistance and troubleshooting for campus connectivity, hardware, and account issues.
Learning Management System (LMS): Navigate your centralized hub for digital classrooms, course materials, assignments, and faculty communication.
IT Policies & Procedures: Review the official guidelines and security protocols governing acceptable technology and network resource utilization on campus.
Software Licensing & Agreements: Access complimentary or subsidized academic software packages and digital tools partnered with the university.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Find quick solutions, self-service guides, and instant answers to common technical inquiries.
The primary mission of Academic Support Services is to enhance student academic effectiveness. Students seeking assistance to achieve their educational objectives are encouraged to visit the Academic Support Center as early as possible to maximize the benefits of our resources.
The Academic Support Center focuses on the following core areas:
At-Risk Student Intervention: Implementing early warning systems and specialized remedial programs to identify and support students facing academic challenges.
Peer & Faculty Mentorship: Establishing a robust student mentorship framework and allocating qualified mentors to provide continuous academic and professional guidance.
Strategic Academic Advising: Advising students on optimal course workloads, effective study strategies, and the utilization of campus learning resources.
Exam Preparation Support: Organizing comprehensive review and help sessions tailored to student needs prior to examination periods.
Self-Improvement Programs: Designing and delivering personal development and skill-building workshops to boost students’ academic confidence and performance.
Cross-Departmental Referrals: Informing faculty members, counselors, and health center physicians of any critical student cases that require specialized institutional attention or care.
The University Medical Clinic, conveniently located on the ground floor of the Main Building, delivers professional healthcare services to all Deraya students and staff members. Managed by a dedicated team of qualified doctors and nurses, the clinic ensures immediate and reliable medical attention on campus.
In addition, Deraya University provides comprehensive medical insurance through “Medright” for all students. This premium healthcare network grants students access to a wide range of accredited hospitals and medical centers strategically located across Egypt.
We are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way on your journey with us. We understand that navigating academic and personal challenges can be overwhelming, and talking to someone can make a meaningful difference. While friends, family, or faculty members are often great sources of support, it can be uniquely beneficial to speak with an impartial, experienced counselor who is completely outside of the situation.
The Psychological Counseling Center focuses on the following core areas:
Professional Counseling & Guidance: Providing confidential, compassionate advice and therapeutic counseling for students experiencing mental health challenges, stress, or emotional difficulties.
Mental Health Assessment & Academic Accommodation: Evaluating the psychological well-being of students seeking support, and coordinating with faculty members to implement necessary academic accommodations that ensure a supportive learning environment.
Specialized Medical Referrals: Facilitating seamless referrals for students requiring advanced clinical attention to the University Clinic or specialized university psychiatrists for comprehensive medical care.
