Brief Introduction about the University of Tehran

Kish International Campus

University of Tehran (UT), is the oldest and largest scientific, educational and research center of the country which is called the “Mother University” and the “Symbol of Higher Education of the Country”. This scientific center is the gateway of Iran into the new civilization. It is also considered as one of the pioneers of the society in important scientific, cultural, political and social affairs. It is such that besides its old role in political and social changes of the country, its remarkable impact on the scientific-cultural development of the society is also undeniable. With regard to the critical mission and heavy responsibility towards the country and the exalted Iranian nation as well and also for the purpose of flourishing the potential talents of the country at the high level of human knowledge and adapting its programs with the necessities and facilities of the country, this university makes efforts to play a specific role in the construction of the country and achieve the glorious scientific –industrial dynamic and sustainable peaks. Since its foundation in 1934, University of Tehran (UT) has played an important role in academic, social and cultural life of Iranians. During this period, UT has also contributed enormously in educating many leaders in the wide spectrum of areas including political, economic, financial, technical, medical and scientific fields. These leaders have played paramount roles in shaping the Iranian Society as well as abroad.

The valuable role of the faculty members of the University in scientific and research development of the country and training the specialized and qualified forces to serve Iran, along with the global new advancements is considerable. Enjoying the specific international scientific, cultural and political position, besides training the necessary specialized human forces in different fields and sectors, UT has had a considerable impact in flourishing ideas and preparing grounds for political and social moves. Also having active students’ institutions and their impact on political and social changes has been unique in the region.

UT is a comprehensive university comprised of 6 campuses, 12 faculties and 30 scientific and research institutes. University of Tehran is one of Iran’s leading universities with an international reputation for its research and training quality. With nearly 32,000 students and over 1,550 faculty members, it is the largest and oldest university in Iran as well as a symbol of higher education in the country.

The main campus of the University is located at the heart of Tehran while its numerous campuses spread throughout Tehran and beyond.

 In addition to a long and wide experience in providing high quality teaching and research facilities and generating ground breaking technologies, the university has an impressive record in training international students. Currently, there are over 350 foreign students from a variety of countries studying in different fields both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The language of instruction inside Iran is Persian except for a number of academic programs. To prepare foreign students for academic training and living in Iran, the University offers needed courses through its International Center for Persian Studies. University of Tehran is a member of many international associations such as IAU, ICSU, and AUAP. The University library is one of the largest libraries in the region and a major source for students and academicians throughout the country. The library subscribes to a wide range of international journals and has a unique collection of hand written manuscripts which are also available in electronic format.

Furthermore, the university has modern sports and health facilities along with well equipped dormitories. The students are selected from among the best candidates in the country and are admitted through the National Entrance Exam. The International Students Office offers information regarding different academic programs to foreign applicants.

University of Tehran Kish International Campus

In response to requests made by a large number of Iranian students both at home and abroad as well as Non-Iranian applicants, in summer of 2007, the University of Tehran decided to establish its Kish International Campus. The location of this Campus is the Beautiful Coral Island of Kish, the Pearl of the Persian Gulf, with all its tourist and business attractions.

The UT Kish International Campus is dedicated to the delivery of programs of the highest quality to the students within the context of sincere respect for all humans irrespective of their nonacademic backgrounds. It strives to contribute to the training of students, enhancement of scientific research and development of advanced technologies. The language of instruction is English. Non-English speaking applicants are required to pass one of the internationally accepted tests such as TOEFL,TOLIMO, IELTS, and UTest.

Graduates of the UT Kish International Campus will have the linguistic and professional abilities to function effectively in an international environment; the technical skills to operate in an increasingly complex technical world; the intellectual capacity to adapt to constant changes, and the leadership potentials to make the fullest possible contribution to the development of the community for the good of its entire people. In harmony with this mission, we will select local and international students who can succeed in harnessing our diverse and modern academic and research facilities. Through the development of strong scientific links with local and foreign educational and research institutions, we will continue to uphold the highest quality both in research and education. Efforts will be made to remain at the cutting edge of science in different fields and to adjust our strategy in accordance with demands of the day.

Academic Calendar

 Similar to other universities in Iran and many countries, the Kish International Campus offers educational programs in two different semesters.  The first semester begins in the 2^nd half of September and ends in late January; while the second semester begins in mid February and ends in mid July.

Academic Programs

UT Kish International Campus offers the following degree programs:

Department of Fine Arts

·   BA and MA in Paintings

·   MA in Classical Music

·   MA in Graphic Design

·   BA and MA in Architecture

·   MA in regional and City Planning

·   BA and MA in Industrial Design

Department of Law

·   BA and MA in Public Law

·   BA in Private and Islamic Law

·   BA in International Relations

Department of English Language and Literature

·   MA and PhD in Teaching English (TEFL)

·   MA in English Literature

Department of Management

·   MA in MBA

·   MA in Financial Management

Department of Physical Education and Sport Science

·   MSc in Sport Management

·   MSc in Corrective exercise and sport injuries

·   MSc in Physiology sports

·   MSc in Movement behavior

Department of Economics

·   MA in Economics

Department of Engineering

·   BSc in Industrial Engineering

·   MSc in Engineering Management

·   MSc in Systems Safety Engineering (in Cooperation with Department of Health)

·   MSc in Assets Engineering (in Cooperation with Department of Economics)

·   MSc in Logistical Management and Chain Allocation (in Cooperation with Department of Management)

·   MSc and BSc in Electrical Engineering

·   MSc and BSc in Computer Engineering

·   MSc in Information Security

·   MSc in Mechatronics

·   MSc and BSc in Polymer Engineering

·   MSc in Petroleum Engineering

Department of Biophysics and Biochemistry

·   PhD in Bioinformatics

Department of Science

·   MSc in Molecular and Cellular Science

 At present, no summer term is being offered at the UT Kish International Campus. With regard to Exchange Services, the sabbatical opportunities are under consideration for both Professors and Students.

Admission Requirements

Applications are evaluated on an individual basis. After their academic and educational records have been reviewed, applicants will be interviewed before any decision is made regarding their application. Applicants for undergraduate programs should present their official high school diploma and other pre-university documents that have been confirmed by the relevant authorities of their respective countries. Postgraduate applicants, in addition to the above documents, should also present their bachelor’s degree approved by the relevant authorities. Since the language of instruction is English, acquirement of one of the internationally accepted tests such as TOEFL, TOLIMO, IELTS, UTest is mandatory for Non-English speaking applicants. For further information please refer to the University Catalogue or visit its website at http://kish.ut.ac.ir/ .

Address:

Kish Campus:

Almas Bldg.; Niayesh Blvd.; Kish Island; Iran

Tehran Office:

278 Keshavarz Blvd.; Tehran; Iran

Tel:  +98 (21) 88962128, 88963953

Fax: +98 (21) 88964130

Website: http://Kish.ut.ac.ir

Email Address: Kish@ut.ac.ir

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