Faculty of Arts

The Department of Sociology

Message from the Head of the Department

About the Department

About the Department -The Vision - The Mission- The Objectives- The Research Plan

It is my great pleasure to welcome you—on behalf of myself and my esteemed colleagues, the faculty members and teaching assistants of the Department of Sociology—to our department’s webpage. This platform serves as a gateway to introduce you to our department, share our academic mission, and open doors for communication with similar departments in local, regional, and international universities. Through this, we aim to strengthen ties, exchange expertise, and promote academic research.

The Department of Sociology is one of the most distinguished departments within the faculty. It was established to equip students with the knowledge and skills that align with the latest trends and requirements of higher education. To fulfill this goal, we have carefully reviewed and updated our academic programs in accordance with university regulations and ministerial guidelines. We also focus on integrating modern technology into the learning process and on fostering the professional development of our faculty members, ensuring a supportive environment that encourages academic excellence. Our aim is to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

The department offers a Bachelor’s degree in one of three specializations: Sociology, Anthropology and Folklore, or Population Studies and Family Planning. We are committed to enhancing students’ learning experiences, particularly through practical training. This includes fieldwork for students in both the General Sociology and Population Studies tracks, as well as academic excursions for students specializing in Anthropology.

Additionally, the department offers Master’s and PhD degrees in the same three fields, through an advanced graduate program based on the credit hour system. Our graduate curriculum is designed to keep pace with academic advancements and societal changes.

May success guide us all.

Prof. Dr. Eman Nasri

About the Department

The establishment of the Department of Libraries and Information at the Faculty of Arts, Helwan University, dates back to the founding of the faculty itself in 1995. The department began offering courses in the academic year 1995/1996, and the first graduating class completed their studies in the academic year 1998/1999.

The Mission

To contribute academically, professionally, and through research to the field of library and information science by preparing highly qualified graduates who can meet the needs of the job market locally, regionally, and internationally. The department also aims to develop graduates capable of continuous learning, creativity, and innovation in the field.

The Vision

To advance the field of libraries and information through academic, research, and professional contributions by preparing highly skilled professionals who can meet the needs of local, regional, and international job markets. These professionals will be equipped for continuous learning, innovation, and creativity in the field.

The Objectives

To introduce students to library and information institutions at the national, regional, and international levels.

To equip students with the skills needed to work in various types of library and information institutions.

To develop students’ ability to use information technology tools that support library services.

To foster an understanding of the importance of library science and its role in advancing culture and societal development.

Department Features

Attracting Egyptians and expatriates in the graduate studies phase, with the number of Egyptian students exceeding 35 and 44 expatriates from Arab countries by the end of 2023.
The presence of a qualified teaching staff scientifically and research-wise in all branches of sociology, advanced educational programs, and a supportive research environment.
The Sociology Department is characterized by the existence of three specialized sub-disciplines: General Sociology, Anthropology and Folklore, and Population Sociology and Family Planning.
The department also features the membership and participation of some faculty members in various governmental bodies and civil society organizations, as well as their involvement in technical, research, and training consultancy tasks for those bodies.
The Sociology Department is closely linked to Egyptian society through participation in solving social problems, providing community services, and disseminating the results of conducted scientific research.