Event duration: 2022 – 2030
In 2023, Ibn Tofaïl University implemented the Healthcare Workforce Expansion Program, launched under the 2022 framework agreement between the Ministries of Higher Education, Health, and Finance. This initiative supports Morocco’s goal of universalizing mandatory health insurance by 2025. The program aligns with His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s vision for the generalization of social protection.
With the introduction of two Bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences, Ibn Tofaïl University contributes to expanding the healthcare workforce, training 1,167 students. The impact of this program extends far beyond education, as it directly addresses Morocco’s growing healthcare needs by creating a pipeline of qualified professionals. These trained individuals will strengthen the national healthcare system, ensuring access to quality healthcare for all citizens, particularly as Morocco moves towards universal health coverage. By 2030, the university’s role in this initiative will help bridge the gap in healthcare personnel and contribute to the overall improvement of health services across the country.
This ongoing collaboration with the Ministry of Health includes joint planning for training and employment integration of graduates in public hospitals and health centers. It represents a long-term partnership that continuously enhances national health outcomes and supports Morocco’s well-being goals.
As part of the national framework agreement aimed at addressing the crucial challenge of increasing the number of healthcare professionals by 2030, Ibn Tofail University has actively committed to contributing to the training of highly qualified professionals. This initiative is part of a broader strategy designed to meet the growing demand for human resources in the health sector, both nationally and internationally.
In 2023, the university successfully launched two New Generation Bachelor’s programs in Health Sciences, designed to provide interdisciplinary training tailored to the current needs and standards of the healthcare sector.
Building on this success, in 2024, the university took another significant step by introducing a New Generation Master’s program in “Biology and Health.” This advanced program is distinguished by its multidisciplinary approach, combining in-depth knowledge in biology, biotechnology, and public health. It equips students to tackle complex challenges in biomedical research and health innovation while addressing the specific needs of the Moroccan healthcare system.
The program has seen remarkable growth, with 1,167 students enrolled in 2023 and 2,131 in 2024, reflecting the increasing interest and commitment of Ibn Tofail University to strengthening Morocco’s healthcare capacity.