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At KCST, we take pride in our dedication to academic excellence, innovative research, and holistic student development. Our faculty comprises esteemed scholars, researchers, and industry professionals committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in an ever-changing world.
Beyond traditional academics, KCST offers abundant opportunities for practical learning, collaborative research, and real-world exposure. From cutting-edge laboratories to industry collaborations, students have access to resources that enrich their academic experience and bolster their career prospects.
As KCST continues to expand, our mission remains steadfast: to nurture future leaders and innovators who will leave a lasting impact in Kuwait and beyond. We welcome you to join us on this thrilling journey of exploration, education, and growth at Kuwait College of Science and Technology.
KCST'S Vision
A leading university with international standards in knowledge creation and academic excellence guided by human, social and environmental values.
KCST'S Mission
Kuwait College of Science and Technology was founded to provide high-quality education and knowledge creation, to contribute to the development of society and to create scientific and technological environments for enabling leadership and entrepreneurship and for establishing local and international partnerships in order to prepare graduates to lead and contribute to the economy and society who are capable of continuous learning and self-development for building a diverse, fair and sustainable world.
KCST President
Professor Khalid Al-Begain
Former President of the European Council for Modelling and Simulation
Former President of The Federation of European Simulation Societies
Fellow-British Computer Society, Fellow-German Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, SMIEEE
President's Message
It is a great honour to serve as the first President of KCST and witness its remarkable progress since 2016 toward becoming a leading science and technology institution in the Middle East. KCST has achieved key milestones, including over 1500 graduates (2024/25) with a 90% employment rate within three months, and over 1000 faculty publications in five years.
We remain committed to our core values of Excellence, Care, and Respect. Our focus is on preparing students with lifelong learning skills, global awareness through UN SDG-linked projects, and the technical and managerial expertise needed to thrive in the job market.
KCST continues to invest in facilities, teaching, research, and talent. We are proud of our reputation for high teaching standards and impactful research, supported by unique facilities such as the MIT-certified FabLab, the first university Cybersecurity SOC in the Middle East, the world-first Renewable Energy stand-alone Testbed, and labs in AI, robotics, nanotechnology, and IoT.
Our innovation was evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, when our labs and volunteers supported Kuwait’s frontline workers by producing face shields and conducting research to combat the crisis.
KCST is expanding. Our new campus project began in November 2024 and will include advanced student, sports, and innovation facilities. We are updating our curriculum with IIT Delhi to include specialisations in Cybersecurity, AI, Data Analytics, Renewable Energy, and OT Instrumentation. New engineering and business programs, in collaboration with BAYES Business School, are awaiting final approval, marking our transition to university status.
KCST will always prioritise student success, offering quality education and fostering a culture of mutual respect among all. We are proud of our achievements and excited for the future. We hope you find our programs inspiring and look forward to welcoming you to KCST.
Professor Khalid Al-Begain
President of Kuwait College of Science and Technology
Nationality: British/Jordanian Permanent Address: Cardiff, UK Current Address: Kuwait
- • MSc (1986) and PhD (1989) in Communications Engineering from Budapest University of Technology
- • Postgraduate Diploma in Management (2011) from Glamorgan Business School, Wales, UK
- • Senior Strategic Leadership Certificate (2014) from the UK Leadership Foundation in Higher Education, London
Summary of Research Productivity
- • 2 registered UK patents.
- • 2 authored books published by John Wiley & Sons and Kluwer Elsevier.
- • 21 edited books, mostly with Springer Verlag and IEEE Computer Science Press.
- • 200 Published research articles in Journals, conferences and book chapters.
- • Supervised 27 successful PhD projects. His students are now full professors and CEOs.
- • Examined 30 PhD candidates in top universities, including Imperial College London and Manchester University.
- • >20 Keynote talks at major conferences.
- • Secured over GBP 20 million in research and consultancy funding for his projects.
- • Chaired 35 international conferences in 14 countries.
- • Co-inventor of MOSEL: The Modelling, Specification and Evaluation Language.
International Positions
- • President of the European Council for Modelling and Simulation (ECMS) (2006-2010 and 2014-2018.)
- • President of the Federation of European Simulation Societies (EUROSIM) (2010-2013).
- • Consultant to Major international companies: Lucent Technologies and Siemens (2000), Malaysian TeleKom (2003-2008), and US General Dynamics and Airbus Cyber and Defense (2014-2015)
- • Expert Witness (Patent Expert) on Major international IPR cases between Nokia-InterDigital in 2008 and Nokia-HTC in 2013.
- • UK Representative and Cardiff Conference Ambassador to EU Projects. Brussels
Academic Positions
- • Assistant/Associate Professor at Mut’ah University, Jordan (1990-1997)
- • Research Fellow at Politecnico di Torino, Italy (1997)
- • Guest Professor, Dresden University of Technology, Germany (1998-2000)
- • Senior Lecturer and Director of Research at Bradford University, UK (2000-2003)
- • Full Professor of mobile communications at the University of South Wales, Cardiff, UK (2003-2017)
- • Founder and Director, Centre of Excellence in Mobile Applications and Services (CEMAS, GBP6.4m) (2010-2015)
- • Founder and Co-Director, Centre of Excellence in Mobile and Emerging Technologies (CEMET GBP6.64m) (2015-2017)
- • Honorary Adjunct Professor at Edith Cowen University, Australia (2005-2017)
- • President of Kuwait College of Science and Technology, Kuwait (2015 - )
Important Honors
- • Winner of the “John von Neumann” Best project award in Hungary in 1986.
- • Recognised by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on 24 October 2006 for his contributions the British scientific community.
- • Winner of the 2013 Institute of Wales Affairs ”Inspire Wales Award” for Science and Technology.
- • Winner for Innovation at the Wales Centre of Quality Innovation Awards 2014.
Scientific and Professional Fellowships and Memberships
- • Fellow of the British Computer Society, UK
- • Fellow of the German Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, Germany
- • Fellow of the European Council of Modelling and Simulations
- • Senior Member of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), USA
- • Chartered Engineer of the Institute of Engineering and Technology, UK
- • Member of the UNESCO Expert team (1999-2004)
- • Member of the College of the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Council (EPSRC)
Founded 3 companies and managed over 20 development projects.
