The Faculty of Engineering is fostering responsibility for innovative technical implementation by addressing the burning issues related to the environment, society and economics through a specialized engineering curricula that are complemented by the core courses. In addition, the concept of sustainability is directly integrated into all the educational activities.
The Faculty of Business and Economics is at the forefront of innovative and alternative models applied in business and economics. We are committed to fostering a system that is simultaneously ethical, successful, and competitive, empowering our graduates with a unique set of opportunities and skills.
The Faculty of Pharmacy and Drug Technology complements the Egyptian pharmaceutical sector and society with capable and skilled graduates who are dedicated to the improvement of pharmaceutical services and facilities. The comprehensive approach towards a sustainable study of pharmaceutics is further enriched by a comprehensive core program.
Faculty of Physical Therapy pioneers a state-of-the art approach towards teaching and researching the field of Physiotherapy that heals and integrates the mind, body, and energy of the patients in a way that reflects their real needs and problems and solves them in a sustainable and continuous way.
Faculty of Organic Agriculture strives to be among the leading institutions in teaching, learning, research in the field of organic agriculture to serve the Egyptian community.
Heliopolis University Core Program is an integrated learning experience that aims to develop the student’s capacity for innovation and social responsibility.
Heliopolis University has five faculties – all of which play an essential role in sustainable development: new models in business and economics, innovative engineering solutions, cutting-edge organic agriculture applications, and comprehensive health …
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Our alumni are considered an important part of Heliopolis University ‘s growing community. As one family we are always looking to support each other to face sustainable development issues …
Prof. Dr. Ibrahim AbouleishFounder Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Abouleish (1937 – 2017) was a visionary and social entrepreneur. As part of his vision, Prof. Abouleish established Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development in 2009; the first university in the Middle East declaring sustainable development as its main guiding principal. The university builds on the efforts and achievements of SEKEM, a holistic initiative for sustainable development. Dr. Abouleish was multiple awarded for his achievements with the Right Livelihood Award, better known as “Alternative Nobel Prize” in 2003, the Business for Peace Award, UNCCDs Land for Life Award, and many others..
Mr. Helmy AbouleishChair of the Board of Trustees Together with his father, Dr. Ibrahim Abouleish, Helmy Abouleish was deeply involved in the establishment of Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development in 2009. As Chair of the Board of Trustees, he is leading the development of the university and overseeing its strategic departments. He is also the Chief Executive Officer of SEKEM Holding, which consists of five companies (ISIS Organic, ATOS Pharma, NatureTex, Lotus and SEKEM for Land Reclamation). Mr. Abouleish was recently recognized as UN Champion for Facing Climate Change .
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Yousri HashemPresident Prof. Mohamed Yousri Hashem is the President of Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development and the former Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University. He is one of the world’s foremost experts in Organic and Biodynamic Agriculture. During his time as Dean at Cairo University, Prof. Hashem developed one of the first Organic Agriculture Programs in Egypt, and at Heliopolis University he established the first Faculty of Organic Agriculture and the first non-public Faculty of Agriculture in Egypt.
Prof. Dr. Rasha El-KholyVice President and Dean of Engineering Prof. Dr. Rasha El-Kholy has over 20 years of experience in the fields of sustainable development, conventional/renewable resources management, and environmental protection. With her wide exposure to European and Canadian education she has formulated and presented curricula, programs, bylaws, and policies for the consideration of many engineering faculties of private universities as well as supervising master and doctoral students in many Egyptian universities.
Dr. Rasha has managed many foreign-funded research projects as well as local programs in the field of water quality monitoring, modeling and assessment, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) , Remote Sensing (RS), waste treatment, and , gender mainstreaming. She has a wide experience developing specialized post graduate and training programs, especially in Projects Design and Management (PDM).
Dr. Omar RamzyDean of Business and Economics Dr. Omar Ramzy is an Associate Professor of Marketing and the Acting Dean of Business and Economics. Dr. Ramzy received his BA, MSc, and PhD degrees in Business Administration at the Faculty of Commerce, Ain Shams University. He contributed to many international conferences such as “The Practice of Trade Policy: Economics, Negotiations, and Rules” held at John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University and “Innovations in Capacity Building for Planning and Managing Local Services for Development” at the School of Policy, Planning and Development, University of Southern California. He was awarded the Certificate of Honorary Citizenship of the State of Maryland for his performance at the Economic Reform and Project Efficiency program.
Prof. Dr. Gouda HelalDean of Pharmacy and Drug Technology Prof. Dr. Gouda Helal is a Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Dean of Pharmacy and Drug Technology at Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development. He earned his PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology following the American/Egyptian Channel System Program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), Omaha, NE, USA. He has been the Dean of a number of Pharmacy faculties in Egypt. He has more than 50 publications in the field of pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical pharmacy. Most of his publications are cited by a large number of international text books and research papers. He supervised more than 80 PhD and MSc students inside and outside Egypt.
Two of Heliopolis champions won advanced positions at the National Championship for Crossfit that was organized by the Egyptian Functional Fitness Federation (EF3) on May 3-4 in Cairo. Eyad Hossam, …
Under the supervision of HU Entrepreneurship Center for Social Impact (ECSI) and funded by the university two teams represented Heliopolis University in the semi-finals of the international entrepreneurship competition Hult …
A number of Heliopolis University students participated in the “Happiness Day”, organized by “Basma and Khtwa Association for Community Service” at El Salam Park on Friday, March 29, as part …
