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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 […]

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, […]

On Tuesday 27 May 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) had the honour of hosting the US Consul General in Erbil, Mr. Steven Bitner, who delivered an insightful lecture to our MA in Political Science and International Relations students. His talk covered pressing topics including security, the economy, diplomacy, and politics in the Kurdistan […]

We were thrilled to host the Entrepreneurial Society event on Tuesday, 27 May 2025. The eventful day began with inspiring remarks from our Interim President, Dr. Zana Ibrahim, and the founder of the Entrepreneurial Society, Dr. Ruwayda Mustafah. The event celebrated the passion, dedication, and resilience of both UKH students and alumni, showcasing their commitment […]

UKH was pleased to welcome the French and German Consul Generals in Erbil, Dr. Yann Barem and Mr. Albrecht Von Wittke, for an engaging and thought-provoking session with our MA Politics & International Relations students. The two senior diplomats delivered a joint lecture on diplomacy and international relations, sharing practical insights from their careers and […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) welcomed His Excellency Sultan Ahmed Ali Dinar, Sultan of Darfur on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025. The distinguished guest was received by Dr. Zana Ibrahim, Interim President of UKH. In the meeting, attended by Professor Dana Mawlood, Vice President for Administration and Professor Christopher Bridle, Vice President for Academic Affairs, […]

On Saturday 22 February 2025, The Unviersity of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) hosted a special workshop for the Kurdistan Accrediting Association for Education (KAAE) on Foundational Criteria Assessment. The workshop featured focused discussions on accreditation criteria, action planning, and institutional assessment, strengthening quality assurance and educational standards in the region. UKH senior management, Academic Registrar’s Office, […]

The School of Medicine (SOM) at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is glad to announce the successful completion of its three-day Medical Kurdistan Conference & Exhibition, which is being held for the third year in a row. This year’s conference was held under the slogan “Transforming Healthcare Through Research and Innovation”, which started on […]

The Centre for Peacebuilding and Dialogue (CPD) at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the High Council for Women and Development (HCWD) to establish the National Women Peace Mediators Network in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). The MoU was signed after a meeting with HCWD delegation […]

On Monday 27 January 2025, The Ambassador of the Republic of Philippines to Baghdad Mr. Charlie Manangan visited the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) and was warmly welcomed by UKH President Prof. Dr. Keith Sharp and Vice President (administration) Prof. Dr. Dana Mawlood. UKH President and Vice President gave an overview of UKH to Mr. […]