Tishk International University (TIU) is a leading higher education institution in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, with campuses in Erbil and Sulayimani. The university is committed to academic excellence, quality, innovation, research, and internationalization.

Rankings

Tishk International University has established a strong position in national, regional, and international university rankings.

TIU has achieved leading positions in the Kurdistan Region across major global ranking systems, including:

• QS World University Rankings
• QS Arab University Rankings
• Times Higher Education World University Rankings
• Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings
• Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
• QS Sustainability Rankings

The university has also secured leading positions among private universities in Iraq and among public and private universities in the Kurdistan Region

TIU at a Glance

TIU serves more than 6,000 students and offers 35 Bachelor’s and 32 Master’s degree programs across eight faculties. Its diverse academic community includes local and international staff from 15 countries, creating a multicultural learning environment.

Quality and Accreditation

The university follows the principles of the Bologna Process and holds institutional accreditation from ZEVA, alongside international program accreditations from agencies including ASIIN, FIBAA, AHPGS, and ZEVA. TIU also holds ISO 21001:2018 certification and is listed in the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR).

International Experience

With more than 125 international agreements, membership in the International Association of Universities (IAU), strong research activity, and a wide range of academic, cultural, and extracurricular activities, TIU provides students with an internationally oriented and engaging university experience.