The Egyptian Ministry of Education and Technical Education has signed a cooperation protocol with RATP Dev, a French public transportation company, and the French Development Agency (AFD) to establish a school for applied technology in Badr city. The school aims to provide technical cadres qualified to work in the operation and maintenance of modern transportation systems. The protocol was signed by Minister of Education Mohamed Abdellatif, RATP Dev's General Manager Wadie Bouchihca, and AFD's Cairo office director Marie Cecile Terrien.
The school, set to begin classes in the 2026/2027 academic year, will offer a three-year program that combines theoretical and practical training. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a technological baccalaureate certificate and a certified experience certificate from RDMC or the entity responsible for practical training. The school's curriculum will focus on providing students with the technical and practical skills required by the job market, leveraging RATP Dev's expertise in transportation and the AFD's experience in supporting urban transportation projects in Egypt.
The partnership between the Ministry of Education and the French entities aims to improve the quality of technical education in Egypt and increase job opportunities for graduates. Minister Abdellatif expressed his satisfaction with the agreement, highlighting the importance of the partnership with the French side, particularly in technical education. He also praised the ongoing French support for Egypt's efforts to develop its technical education system.
The new school is part of Egypt's efforts to modernize its education system and align it with international standards. The Ministry of Education aims to develop technical education and vocational training, improving the quality of graduates and meeting the needs of the job market. The school in Badr city will serve as a model for technical education in Egypt, incorporating French expertise in education and training.
The protocol signing ceremony marks a significant milestone in the cooperation between Egypt and France in the field of education. The partnership is expected to contribute to the development of Egypt's transportation sector by providing skilled technical cadres. The school's graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to work in the operation and maintenance of modern transportation systems.
The Ministry of Education has emphasized its commitment to improving technical education and vocational training in Egypt. The establishment of the school for applied technology in Badr city is a key step in this direction. The ministry aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge required by the job market, increasing their chances of employment and contributing to Egypt's economic growth.
The school's establishment is also expected to strengthen ties between Egypt and France in the field of education. The partnership between the two countries aims to promote cooperation and exchange of expertise in education and training. The school in Badr city will serve as a model for future partnerships between Egypt and international entities in the field of education.
Key points
- The Egyptian Ministry of Education has partnered with RATP Dev and the French Development Agency to establish a school for applied technology in Badr city.
- The school aims to provide technical cadres qualified to work in the operation and maintenance of modern transportation systems.
- The partnership between the Ministry of Education and the French entities aims to improve the quality of technical education in Egypt and increase job opportunities for graduates.
