How can students in Gaza continue to learn with no universities?

Al Jazeera
March 27, 2026
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Gaza students struggle to pursue higher education after Israel destroyed all universities in the territory.

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Students in Gaza face severe disruptions to higher education after Israeli military operations destroyed universities across the territory. The destruction has eliminated access to traditional classroom instruction, laboratories, and campus facilities that form the backbone of academic study. Displaced students are attempting to continue their education through alternative methods—online courses, informal study groups, and programs run by international organizations—though these options remain fragmented and difficult to access given the territory's infrastructure challenges. The loss of universities threatens the educational trajectories of thousands of Palestinian students and could have long-term effects on Gaza's professional workforce and economic development. Educational institutions are protected under international humanitarian law, making their destruction a focal point in debates over the conduct of the conflict.

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