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The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is proud to announce that its School of Medicine (SOM) has been awarded the WOHR Humanitarian Excellence Award for Academic Institutions on 16th July 2025, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to promoting humanitarian values in academic and professional interactions. This prestigious award was granted following a national survey […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is proud to announce the launch of the Baldar Scholarships Initiative, a landmark programme aimed at expanding educational opportunities across the Kurdistan Region. UKH is a strategic partner in this initiative, which will provide 114 scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year to outstanding students pursuing master’s degrees across various […]

A look back at the First Kurdistan Mathematics Competition a day of numbers, passion, and academic excellence at UKH.

On June 24, 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly hosted the First Kurdistan Mathematics Competition, in collaboration with the Kurdistan Mathematical Society (KMS) and with the support of Vision Education, Halabja Group, and Arcella. 19 teams from 16 universities across the region showcased their talent and passion for mathematics in a vibrant celebration […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) Alumni Association kicked off the Alumni Talk Series on June 23, 2025 with a truly inspiring session led by Aryan Qazzaz, one of UKH’s proud graduates. In a warm and engaging talk, Aryan shared personal stories from his time at UKH and reflected on the lessons he’s learned throughout […]

On June 19, 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), through its Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Centre (AIIC), partnered with the Kurdish Academy to organise a symposium titled “AI and the Future of the Kurdish Language”. Held at the Kurdish Academy in Erbil, the event brought together academics, public officials, and technology experts to discuss […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is proud to announce the official launch of the WMS Discovery System, marking a significant step forward in enhancing access to academic resources and digital services for our university community and the broader Kurdistani public. The launch event, celebrated today as UKH Library Go Live Day, marks the culmination […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly congratulates Dr. Hersh Qader Hamadameen, Supervisor of the UKH Health and Safety Unit, on his outstanding academic and professional achievements in the field of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hersh has recently secured first rank in the Arabic Board of Internal Medicine, achieving the highest distinction across all Arab countries, […]

During the first week of June, the Austria Community Centre at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) welcomed a delegation from Montanuniversität Leoben (MUL), also known as Technical University of Leoben, UKH’s partner university. The delegation included Prof. Dr. Holger Ott, Chair of Geoenergy/Reservoir Engineering Department and Prof. Dr. Riyaz Kharrat, Professor at the Geoenergy […]

On June 2, the Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), in partnership with the Netherlands based IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, hosted a special event and panel discussion titled “Climate Resilience in Action: Addressing Drought, Flooding, and Vulnerability”. The event commenced with opening remarks from UKH Interim President, […]