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Abaskasani S, Yazdanfar M. The comparative study of the educational programs of Razi University and Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences. DSME 2025; 12 (4) :365-374
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Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj, Iran.
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Introduction: The study conducted a comparative analysis of the educational programs at Razi University and Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, identifying key differences and similarities in the structure and content of their curricula. The main objective of the research was to analyze and clarify the characteristics of each program to better understand the educational systems of these two universities.
Methods: This descriptive-comparative study was conducted through a qualitative analysis of 30 official documents related to the educational programs of the two universities. The documents included curricula, regulations, reports, and instructional guidelines, which were collected purposively. Data were extracted based on an analytical checklist and qualitatively analyzed independently by two researchers, whose agreement exceeded 85%, ensuring the credibility of the results.
Results: Razi University, operating under a semester/annual system with a broad and interdisciplinary range of fields, focuses on training research-oriented and specialized graduates with an emphasis on theoretical and project-based education. In contrast, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences offers specialized programs compliant with the Ministry of Health requirements, emphasizing practical training, clinical skills, problem-based learning (PBL), and the use of simulators. For assessment, besides written and oral exams, Kermanshah University utilizes clinical practical exams such as OSCE. Faculty members, educational facilities, and employment opportunities at both universities are aligned with their respective missions. Scoring revealed that Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences has higher ratings in content, teaching methods, evaluation, facilities, faculty, and job opportunities, whereas Razi University scored higher in educational objectives. Both universities are committed to educational innovation and curriculum updates.
Discussion: This study conducted a comparative analysis of the educational programs at Razi University and Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, identifying key differences and similarities in the structure and content of their curricula. The main aim of the research was to analyze and understand the distinctive characteristics of each program to gain better insight into the educational systems of these two universities.
Methods: This descriptive-comparative study was conducted through a qualitative analysis of 30 official documents related to the educational programs of the two universities. The documents included curricula, regulations, reports, and instructional guidelines, which were collected purposively. Data were extracted based on an analytical checklist and qualitatively analyzed independently by two researchers, whose agreement exceeded 85%, ensuring the credibility of the results.
Results: Razi University, operating under a semester/annual system with a broad and interdisciplinary range of fields, focuses on training research-oriented and specialized graduates with an emphasis on theoretical and project-based education. In contrast, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences offers specialized programs compliant with the Ministry of Health requirements, emphasizing practical training, clinical skills, problem-based learning (PBL), and the use of simulators. For assessment, besides written and oral exams, Kermanshah University utilizes clinical practical exams such as OSCE. Faculty members, educational facilities, and employment opportunities at both universities are aligned with their respective missions. Scoring revealed that Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences has higher ratings in content, teaching methods, evaluation, facilities, faculty, and job opportunities, whereas Razi University scored higher in educational objectives. Both universities are committed to educational innovation and curriculum updates.
Discussion: This study conducted a comparative analysis of the educational programs at Razi University and Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, identifying key differences and similarities in the structure and content of their curricula. The main aim of the research was to analyze and understand the distinctive characteristics of each program to gain better insight into the educational systems of these two universities.
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Received: 2025/09/13 | Accepted: 2025/12/5 | Published: 2026/01/6
Received: 2025/09/13 | Accepted: 2025/12/5 | Published: 2026/01/6
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