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Tishk International University is proud to announce that four of its distinguished academics were among the university faculty members from across the Kurdistan Region honoured by the Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for obtaining scientific patents. The honoured academics from Tishk International University were Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi, Head of the Board of Trustees; Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulsamad Salahuddin, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy; Prof. Dr. Faiq Hussain, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science; and Dr. Esra Tariq, Assistant Lecturer at the Faculty of Pharmacy. The recognition took place during a special ceremony [...]

On June 11, the Architecture Department at Tishk International University organized a calligraphy exhibition showcasing students’ projects completed as part of the Calligraphy Course under the supervision of Mrs. Shaymaa Jalil and Ms. Basma Yasir. The exhibition featured the outcomes of a semester-long journey of creativity, dedication, and academic excellence. The displayed projects reflected the successful integration of the aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy with the principles of architectural design, demonstrating students’ ability to merge artistic expression with architectural composition. The showcased works were created in the Square Kufic style, one of the most distinctive forms of Islamic calligraphy, renowned for its [...]

Tishk International University (TIU) is proud to maintain its position in the 1201–1400 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027, reaffirming its place among the world's recognized higher education institutions. As the highest-ranked university in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and Forth in Iraq, TIU continues to strengthen its international profile, achieving the strongest performance among Iraqi universities in International Faculty and securing notable positions nationally in research impact, sustainability, and academic reputation. These results reflect TIU's ongoing commitment to academic excellence, research quality, internationalization, and global engagement, building on its success as the leading university in the Kurdistan Region [...]

The Faculty of Law at Tishk International University successfully organized the 10th International Legal Issues Conference (10 ILIC) on June 10–11, 2026. The conference brought together legal scholars, researchers, academics, and practitioners from various countries to discuss contemporary legal challenges and developments. A total of 52 research papers were presented during the conference, covering a wide range of legal fields. The participating researchers represented universities and academic institutions from the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings and made available through the conference website. The opening ceremony, held [...]

Tishk International University (TIU) has achieved another significant milestone by being awarded the prestigious International Accreditation Organization (IAO) accreditation, further affirming the university’s commitment to excellence and continuous quality improvement. The accreditation was granted following a comprehensive audit visit conducted by Dr. Haidar Al-Jialwi, the IAO Auditor. The visit commenced with a meeting with the university’s top management, represented by Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi, Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Sultan Abu-Orabi, President of Tishk International University. During the opening session, Dr. Idris Hadi delivered an introductory presentation highlighting the university’s vision, mission, strategic objectives, academic achievements, [...]

Students and faculty members from the *Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, and Computer Education* departments at Tishk International University recently took part in an educational and scientific field visit aimed at enhancing their practical knowledge and exposure to real-world technological developments. During the visit, participants were introduced to the latest governmental initiatives and advancements in technology and digital transformation. The program provided valuable insights into the implementation of digital solutions, modern technological infrastructure, and the ongoing efforts to improve public services through innovation. The visit served as an important bridge between academic learning and professional practice, allowing students to observe [...]