An Overview of the Iraqi University of Sciences 

The Iraqi University of Sciences was established in 1994 at the request of the Association of Economists under the name "Baghdad College of Economic Sciences University." Approval for its establishment was granted by decree numbered (dated 17/1/1994) under the same name. It ranks amongst the oldest private colleges in Iraq, being sixth in order of establishment among 108 private universities and colleges.

According to its internal regulations, a College Council was established to oversee academic and administrative affairs, chaired by the Dean and including Vice-Deans, Heads of Departments, a representative of the academic staff, and a representative of the founding body.

In the academic year 1996–1997, studies commenced in only three departments: the Department of Commerce (currently Business Administration), the Department of Economics, and the Department of Computer Sciences.

Comprising several departments and branches, the university opened its doors to students in 1996–1997. Many teachers and students joined, with numbers exceeding 160 male and female students.

In the academic year 1998, the Department of Banking and Financial Sciences was established, followed by the Department of Accounting in 2002, and the Department of Computer Technology Engineering in 2004. The college has since expanded its infrastructure, academic departments, and student numbers accordingly. Thus, it evolved into a university, and consequently twelve faculties were established:

1. College of Dentistry

2. College of Pharmacy

3. College of Engineering

4. College of Sciences

5. College of Technical Engineering

6. College of Law

7. College of Administration and Economics

8. College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences

9. College of Health and Medical Technologies

10. College of Fine Arts

11. College of Education

12. College of Arts

With the provision of all necessary material and human resources, this development was accompanied by the opening of additional academic departments within its colleges. The university also equipped its laboratories with the latest advanced technological devices to meet the needs of students and society in academic and scientific fields.

The college has also provided spacious, air-conditioned classrooms equipped with the latest teaching aids, and an exemplary library—both print and electronic—that meets students' needs for all study requirements, as well as those of academic staff for references, books, and periodicals.

The Iraqi University of Sciences is distinguished by its academic rigour and esteemed reputation. Since its establishment, it has graduated numerous generations. Most of its alumni have assumed prestigious positions in government institutions.

Throughout its academic journey, the college has managed to achieved a notable proportion of its objectives and scientific accomplishments. Chief amongst these is attracting outstanding academic talent with expertise gained through training and administrative work.

The college holds an annual scientific conference in addition to specialised seminars organised by each of its academic departments, with participation from many researchers both within and outside the college. The number of international and local scientific conferences has reached approximately nineteen, held under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

The college also distinguishes itself through its three journal publications in engineering, applied, and economic sciences:

Baghdad International Journal of Applied Sciences (BIJAS)

Baghdad International Journal of Engineering (BIJE)

Journal of Baghdad College of Economic Sciences

Published twice annually, these journals serve most universities and colleges inside and outside Iraq, featuring research contributions from lecturers and researchers both within Iraq and internationally.

The university's strategy today is founded upon contributing to educational improvement; developing and building students' personality, instilling sound values; unleashing latent potential at all levels; and helping to build society whilst guiding it towards the correct path in order to keep pace with developments, respond to their implications across different aspects of life, and harness them for comprehensive social development in various fields.

Having contributed to qualifying numerous consultants and administrators, the Iraqi University of Sciences has become a principal pillar of scientific development in Iraq. It is distinguished by its rich scientific contribution. It is amongst the distinguished and rigorous institutions, striving to be a nucleus and fundamental pillar in building an advanced generation that serves the scientific and educational movement, and working to build Iraqi capabilities to create a developed society possessing intellectual and cognitive awareness

Strategic Objectives of the College

Keep pace with the evolving requirements of the labour market through the programmes and academic plans offered

Ensure quality standards in teaching and achieve rigorous academic accreditation

Excel in university education performance and attain regional leadership

Meet community needs for training and consultancy across diverse fields of knowledge

Establish the importance of scientific research and direct it towards developing and advancing the national economy

Strengthen cooperation and interaction with educational institutions locally, regionally, and internationally

Develop distinguished educational programmes and create an advanced scientific and educational environment

Publish rigorous local and international scientific research

Strive to obtain institutional and programme-level academic accreditations

Develop staff and administrative systems in line with scientific and technological progress

Communicate, cooperate, and partner with local, regional, and international universities

Diversify funding sources to achieve scientific advancement and sustainable development

Continuously evaluate and improve performance and achievement levels

An Overview of Some Academic Departments

1. Department of Business Administration: The Department of Business Administration was established in the 1997-1998 academic year and admits students who have graduated from preparatory education. This department is one of the specialised academic departments in colleges of administration and economics, and was previously known as the Department of Commercial Sciences. In accordance with international standards required for academic pursuits, the department aims to achieve academic excellence at the highest levels of quality and distinction. It contributes to serving the community through academic outputs that align with labour market requirements. By providing them with knowledge across various fields, including computing and the internet, the department qualifies and trains students. The department awards a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (a four-year programme).

2. Department of Accounting: This is one of the important administrative and financial departments. The mission of this department is focused on preparing academically qualified graduates to meet market needs in both the public and private sectors. The department aims to provide students with a solid foundation that enables them to work professionally and academically after graduation by instilling the professional ethics that accountants should uphold in society, as well as familiarising them with the concepts and methods of scientific research in a manner that can be applied alongside maintaining accounting records and organising work procedures. Graduates of this department are awarded a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (over four academic years).

3. Department of Financial and Banking Sciences: This specialisation is concerned with studying financial fundamentals, banking systems, and how to manage money and investments, in addition to understanding financial markets, banks, and various financing systems. This specialisation aims to prepare specialised personnel capable of dealing with complex financial issues facing institutions and individuals through studying the principles of finance, investment, financial analysis, and risk management.

4. Department of Computer Engineering Technology: The Department of Computer Engineering Technology represents one of the modern directions in electronic engineering specialisation, particularly in designing and implementing electronic systems, computer boards, and maintaining various electronic faults. This department accepts graduates of secondary education from both scientific and literary branches, as well as graduates of industrial schools and technical institutes in corresponding technical specialisations (study duration is 4 years and the language of instruction is English). Graduates of this department are awarded a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering Technology.

5. Department of Cybersecurity Engineering: This is one of the modern and advanced specialisations in the field of information technology and engineering, concerned with protecting digital systems, networks, and data from cyber attacks and breaches. The specialisation aims to prepare engineers capable of analysing cyber threats, designing advanced security systems, protecting digital infrastructure, and securing information across various sectors (governmental, military, commercial).

6. Department of Oil and Gas Economics: This specialisation focuses on studying the economic aspects related to the oil and gas industry, from extraction, production, and marketing to the economic, social, and environmental impacts associated with this vital sector. This specialisation aims to prepare graduates with a comprehensive understanding of policies and markets related to oil and gas, and how to manage natural resources efficiently to achieve sustainable economic development.

7. Department of Law: This department was established in 2024 and accepts secondary school graduates from both scientific and literary branches. The study duration for this department is four years, after which graduates are awarded a Bachelor's degree in Law. The department contributes to supplying state institutions—especially judicial bodies—civil society organisations, and the private sector with qualified legal professionals specialised in all branches of law, preparing specialised researchers in the field of law, and contributing to building a state of institutions.

8. Department of English Language: The Department of English Language is one of the university's essential language departments, established in 2024. It aims to prepare qualified graduates and teachers in the field of using the English language in terms of speaking, understanding, and writing. The department boasts state-of-the-art technologies, including a cutting-edge linguistics sound laboratory with the latest computer devices connected to smart boards and screens for showing plays and movies that professors use to teach and enhance students' learning experience throughout the four-year program. The department also encourages students to participate in sports activities and cultural events both within and outside the college, and it awards a Bachelor's degree in English Language.

9. Department of Biomedical Engineering: This is an engineering specialisation that combines engineering with medical and biological sciences with the aim of developing devices and technologies used in diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients with diseases. This specialisation also serves as a bridge linking engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronic) with medical sciences, and aims to design and maintain medical devices in their various forms.

10. Department of Medical Instrumentation Techniques Engineering: This specialization is concerned with training students to operate, maintain, and repair modern medical devices and health technologies used in hospitals and medical centers. The department focuses on the technical and applied aspects of medical devices, so that the graduate becomes a specialized technician capable of handling various electronic, electrical, and mechanical medical devices to ensure they operate with high efficiency and accuracy.

11. Department of Anaesthesia Technology: It is one of the modern departments aimed at graduating specialized professionals to work in the field of anesthesia and intensive care in operation rooms, as well as in intensive care and resuscitation units. This department accepts graduates of preparatory studies (scientific branch), and the duration of study in this department is four years. Graduates of this department are awarded a Bachelor's degree in Anesthesia Technologies.

12. Department of Radiological Technology: This is one of the modern departments that aims to enable radiology graduates to acquire precise skills at a level consistent with international standards in the ability to interpret and analyse data, as well as to graduate highly competent students capable of dealing with complex and advanced technologies in the field of radiographic imaging devices through work and practice in specialised centres within healthcare institutions. Graduates of this department are awarded a Bachelor's degree in Radiological Technology (over four academic years).

13. Department of Community Health Technology: This is one of the health departments that aims to qualify trained healthcare personnel to monitor and analyse health problems in the community and contribute to improving the health and preventive standards of the population through awareness programmes, modern technologies, and preventive procedures based on data and field studies. The specialisation focuses on the preventive and educational aspects of healthcare, not merely the therapeutic, and combines basic medical knowledge with technical, statistical, and communication skills.

14. Department of Infertility and Reproductive Technology: This is a precise health specialization concerned with studying and treating infertility problems and delayed childbearing in men and women using the latest scientific methods and assisted reproductive technologies, such as artificial insemination and in vitro fertilization (IVF). The department aims to prepare specialized cadres with the theoretical and practical skills to diagnose infertility cases, understand the causes, and assist in treatment through Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART).

15. Department of Civil Engineering: This is one of the oldest and most important specializations in engineering colleges, concerned with the design, planning, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure that serves society, such as roads, bridges, residential and commercial buildings, dams, tunnels, water and sewage networks, airports, and ports. Civil engineering is considered the backbone of any urban development and is a mixture of applied sciences, design creativity, and responsibility in implementing projects according to safety and quality standards.

16. Department of Laser and Optoelectronics Engineering: This is a precise engineering specialization that combines applied physics and electronic engineering, focusing on the study and design of systems that rely on light, lasers, and optical electronics in industrial, medical, and communication applications, among others. This specialization aims to prepare engineers capable of developing and using laser technologies and optical devices in multiple fields such as communications, medical imaging, precision industry, and security and defense.

In addition to the aforementioned academic departments, the departments of Dentistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Forensic Science, Medical Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, and Clinical Psychology have been established.

17- Pharmacy Department

Focuses on the study of drugs in terms of their chemical composition, biological effects on the body, and manufacturing processes.

Career opportunities include: public and private pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical factories, and research laboratories.

18- Dentistry Department

Departs the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the mouth, teeth, and gums, as well as orthodontic and cosmetic jaw surgeries.

Career opportunities include: private clinics, government hospitals, and dental clinics.

19- Design Department

Combines artistic talent with modern technologies to produce visual solutions. It includes specializations such as interior design, graphic design, and industrial design.

Career opportunities include: interior design companies, advertising agencies, satellite channels, and freelance work.

20- Biology Department

Studies living organisms (humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms) from a cellular, genetic, and environmental perspective.

Career opportunities: Medical laboratories, research centers, food companies, and teaching.

21- Forensic Science

A specialization that bridges science and law, applying scientific principles (chemistry, physics, biology) to analyze crime scenes and examine evidence.

Career opportunities: Ministry of Interior, forensic laboratories, and forensic medicine.

22- Cybersecurity

Focuses on protecting systems, networks, and software from digital attacks and securing sensitive data from breaches.

Career opportunities: Banks, technology companies, military institutions, and IT departments across all sectors.

23- Medical Physics

A specialization that applies physics concepts to medical diagnosis and treatment, particularly in the fields of radiology, MRI, and radiation oncology.

Career opportunities: Hospitals (radiology and ultrasound departments), and cancer treatment centers.

24- Department of Mathematics - Education

This department focuses on deepening mathematical knowledge (algebra, geometry, calculus) with an emphasis on teaching methodologies and preparing students pedagogically.

Career opportunities include teaching in schools and educational institutions, and working in statistics and data analysis.

25- Department of Physical Education and Sports Science

This department studies the physical, physiological, and psychological aspects of sports, as well as how to train and develop motor skills.

Career opportunities include teaching, sports clubs, fitness centers (gyms), and sports facility management.

26- Department of Clinical Psychology

This specialization focuses on the study of human behavioral disorders.

Career opportunities include assessing, understanding, and treating psychological problems, whether simple (such as transient stress) or complex (such as schizophrenia or severe depression).