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As part of the university’s statistical report for the beginning of the current academic year, the total number of students enrolled across all faculties and academic levels reached 12,565. This figure includes all students registered in the various programs offered by Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela.
03-02-05
The number of students who commenced their studies during the 2025/2026 academic year amounted to 4,153, distributed across different academic pathways. This figure reflects the continued attractiveness of the university’s programs and the students’ commitment to pursuing higher education, serving as an indicator of the vitality of the academic tracks and the strong start of new students in their academic journey at Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela.
04-02-05
The number of first-year students beginning their studies toward a degree qualification amounted to 2489.
01-02-05
Among them, the number of female students entering university for the first time reached 1867, highlighting the university’s ongoing efforts to enhance women’s participation in higher education. This demonstrates Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela’s commitment to empowering women from the earliest stages of their academic journey and fostering an environment that promotes equal opportunities for both male and female students.
02-02-05
The number of female first-year students commencing university studies during the current academic year amounted to 1867, reaffirming the increasing inclusion and participation of women in higher education at the university.
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02-03-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela places women’s empowerment at the core of its educational vision, ensuring that female students are active participants in both academic and professional life. In this context:
Student Support Programs:
The university provides dedicated programs designed to support female students throughout their academic and professional journeys, aiming to equip them with the skills and confidence needed for success and advancement. These programs include training courses certified by the university, which allow female students to connect with successful professional women in various fields and learn from their experiences.
Additionally, the university organizes leadership development workshops and specialized career guidance services tailored to female students.
For example, the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences organized a certified training course in Early Childhood Education, specifically targeting female students and women. Each participant received an official university certificate upon completion of the program. The course focused on modern pedagogical skills, as well as preparation and qualification for integration into the education and childcare sectors, under the supervision of professionals and through practical, hands-on training.
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03-03-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela offers a comprehensive system of scholarships and financial aid, with a strong focus on supporting female students, particularly in fields where women have been traditionally underrepresented, such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
These scholarships include full tuition coverage, research grants, and financial support for the purchase of essential academic materials, ensuring that female students are empowered to pursue and excel in their chosen fields without financial barriers.
04-03-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela, as an institution, actively encourages applications from women in disciplines where their representation has traditionally been limited.
In its continuous efforts to promote gender equality and a culture of academic excellence, the university is committed to recognizing and honoring outstanding female students across all fields of study. This initiative is not merely symbolic, but rather reflects the university’s strategic vision to integrate women into a wide range of disciplines — including technological sciences, engineering, mechanics, and computer science.
To achieve this, the university organizes award ceremonies, distinction certificates, and recognition events for female students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance. Through these initiatives, Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela emphasizes that academic success is based on merit and dedication, not gender.
Such recognition highlights the capabilities of female students, motivates them to continue striving for excellence, and sends a powerful message to the academic community that women’s participation in scientific and technical fields is not only possible but also highly valued — affirming that women are capable of competing and excelling in these domains.
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As part of its commitment to promoting academic excellence and equal opportunities, Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela has consistently organized an annual ceremony to honor outstanding male and female students across all disciplines.
This event serves as both a recognition of their efforts and an encouragement to continue pursuing excellence, reflecting the university’s dedication to fostering academic distinction and gender equity in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to quality education and gender equality.
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Safety and Well-being Initiatives:
Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela ensures comprehensive safety measures, security support, and emergency response systems across its campuses. The university also provides women’s health services, counseling and advisory support, and stress management programs aimed at promoting student well-being.
In addition, the university maintains safe spaces and dedicated facilities for women, offering areas for study, relaxation, and social interaction throughout the campus — reinforcing a secure and inclusive academic environment.
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In the same context, Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela places special emphasis on encouraging women’s participation in disciplines where they are traditionally underrepresented, driven by its belief in the importance of achieving gender balance and promoting the principle of equal opportunity.
To this end, the university actively motivates female students to pursue studies in scientific, technical, and engineering fields through awareness campaigns, orientation days, and the implementation of dedicated support programs. Additionally, the university recognizes and rewards outstanding female students in these disciplines, reaffirming its commitment to fostering women’s advancement and excellence in STEM education.
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The university also organizes motivational and guidance workshops in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Center, hosting successful female professors and researchers who share their inspiring professional experiences. These initiatives aim to bring female role models closer to students, fostering inspiration, confidence, and ambition among female participants
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Integrating Women’s Empowerment into Academic and Scientific Activities
Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela integrates the theme of women’s empowerment into its pedagogical and scientific activities, including conferences, seminars, outreach campaigns, and scientific clubs, in order to strengthen a culture of female participation across all areas of university life.
The university is committed to promoting academic empowerment for women by highlighting the success stories of distinguished female figures in fields such as science and technology. These initiatives serve as effective tools to inspire and encourage female students to pursue diverse academic and professional paths.
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Two students, Habiba Boukernizene and Jihad Laour, from the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences, presented an outstanding graduation thesis entitled “Using Artificial Intelligence to Predict Violent Behavior Among Ex-Offenders.”
This research falls within the framework of the university’s Institutional Strategic Project 2026–2030, and is distinguished by its innovative and interdisciplinary approach, combining psychological science with modern technological applications.
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Supporting outstanding female graduates in developing and implementing innovative projects.
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Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela records a total of 1,363 staff members, including academic, administrative, and technical personnel. This figure reflects the university’s operational capacity to effectively support both academic and administrative functions within the institution.
03-04-05
Regarding the teaching staff, the university counts a total of 756 faculty members, who contribute to the implementation of undergraduate (Bachelor’s), Master’s, and Doctoral programs across all faculties and disciplines. This reflects the university’s strong commitment to ensuring high academic quality and excellence in teaching and learning.
01-04-05
The number of academic staff in leadership and coordination positions amounts to 176, comprising individuals responsible for curriculum coordination, academic planning, and departmental leadership within the university’s organizational structure.
02-04-05
As for female representation in academic leadership positions, the number of female academic leaders has reached 87, marking a significant step toward promoting gender equality in leadership and decision-making roles within Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela.
05-05
01-05-05
As part of Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and outcomes of higher education, the total number of graduates across all disciplines and levels during the current academic year reached 4,235. This figure reflects the vitality of the university’s academic programs and their continued contribution to society.
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Number of graduates by field of study (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine, Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences): 3,102 graduates.
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Graduates in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM): 1,831.
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Graduates in Medicine: 512.
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Graduates in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences: 759.
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Number of female graduates by field of study (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine, Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences): 2,013.
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Female graduates in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM): 1,085.
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Female graduates in Medicine: 316.
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Female graduates in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences: 612.
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Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela adopts a non-discrimination policy that ensures gender equality across all its academic and administrative domains. The university is committed to providing equal opportunities in admission, employment, promotion, and decision-making participation.
It also strives to maintain a safe and respectful campus environment, while actively encouraging the participation of female faculty members and researchers in conferences and scientific initiatives that foster equality and empowerment within the academic community.
Furthermore, female students regularly take part in international competitions, proudly representing the university in technical and scientific fields, demonstrating the institution’s commitment to women’s inclusion and excellence at the global level.
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addressing women’s issues, gender studies, and the advancement of women in academia and society.
02-06-05
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03-06-05
Yes. Khenchela University is committed to applying the provisions of Algerian legislation related to maternity leave, which was recently extended to five months (150 days) following the amendment approved by the Council of Ministers and the Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security.
This leave is granted to female faculty members and staff while maintaining full professional rights and 100% of their salary, ensuring a balance between family and professional life. The university also provides additional flexibility upon return from leave, through adaptable schedules and teaching duties, in support of women’s participation in academic life.
Law No. 25-08 amending Law No. 83-11 on Social Security in Algeria.
In line with its commitment to supporting motherhood and achieving work–life balance, Abbas Laghrour University – Khenchela ensures the implementation of Article 214 of Executive Decree No. 06-03 of 15 July 2006, related to the General Statute of the Civil Service.
This provision grants breastfeeding employees the right to benefit from two paid hours per day during the first six months following the end of maternity leave, and one paid hour per day during the subsequent six months, for a total period of one year.
This measure forms part of national policies supporting the rights of working women and fostering a work environment that accommodates motherhood requirements, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to gender equality and social well-being.
In addition, the university provides a newborn allowance as a social measure that reinforces the human and solidarity-based dimension within the university community.
04-06-05
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05-06-05
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06-06-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela implements mentorship and guidance programs specifically designed for women, involving at least 10% of female students. These programs aim to promote health, professional, and environmental awareness.
They include awareness days organized during “Pink October” for breast cancer prevention, as well as scientific field trips involving female students—such as visits to apple farms in Bouhmama, Taghrist Dam in Yabous, and the Technical Institute for Field Crops in El Khroub – Constantine.
These activities align with the university’s vision to support practical training, foster initiative and community engagement among female students, and enhance their participation in academic and professional life.
Awareness campaign organized on the occasion of Pink October.
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Scientific field trip to the forests of Ain Mimoun and Chelia, apple farms in Bouhmama, and Taghrist Dam in Yabous.
07-06-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela has established a mechanism to measure and monitor female graduation rates in comparison to male students, through its regular statistical reports on enrollment and graduation.
These statistics indicate that the proportion of female students enrolled is nearly identical to their proportion at graduation, reflecting the stability of women’s participation in higher education and the effectiveness of the university’s academic support and mentoring policies aimed at ensuring gender equality in educational outcomes.
08-06-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela has a clear policy to protect individuals who report cases of discrimination, as outlined in its Professional Ethics Charter, which upholds the principles of justice, equality, and transparency within the university environment.
This charter guarantees protection for whistleblowers from any form of academic or professional retaliation and reaffirms the university’s commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and trustworthy environment that fosters integrity and accountability across all administrative and academic levels.
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09-06-05
Yes. Abbes Laghrour University – Khenchela upholds this principle by implementing a flexible parenthood policy that enables working mothers and fathers within the university to balance their professional and family responsibilities.
The university encourages an equitable distribution of caregiving roles between parents by providing administrative accommodations, such as the possibility of adjusting work schedules or granting short-term exceptional leave when necessary.
These measures ensure the continuity of academic and administrative performance without compromising family obligations, thereby enhancing women’s participation and career stability within the university.
