News & Announcements
Call for Participation: Scientific Research Program on Weight Reduction
A new scientific study focusing on weight reduction through a structured training and nutrition program is now open for participation. The research team is inviting male university students from both public and private universities in Erbil to join this advanced and ethically approved study.
Knowledge University Offers Master Study Opportunity for Petroleum Engineering Graduates
With great pleasure, Knowledge University announces an exceptional academic opportunity for one of its Petroleum Engineering graduates to pursue a Master’s degree at Palacký University Olomouc.
President of Knowledge University Participates in The 26th Arab Creative Student Forum
The President of Knowledge University, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezayi, participated as the Chairman of the Evaluation Committee for scientific research assessments during the The 26th Arab Creative Student Forum, held at Nizwa University in the Sultanate of Oman from November 1 to 6, 2025.
Knowledge University hosts the 3rd Annual Career Fair with participation from over 200 organizations
the Career Development Center (CDC) at Knowledge University, in coordination with the Kurdistan-German Friendship Association, Next Company, and Sokal Organization, successfully held the 3rd Annual Career Fair.
Participation of Dr. Azad Dzayee in the Fifth International Scientific Conference on the Genocide of the Kurdish People
Dr. Azad Dzayee, a lecturer in the College of Law, participated in the Fifth International Scientific Conference on the Genocide of the Kurdish People, which was held on 28–29 October 2025 at the University of Duhok under the guidance and supervision of President Masoud Barzani.
Knowledge University Donates 10 Free Study Courses to the Rwanga Foundation
Under the directive of Mr. Dashti Haji Najmaddin, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Knowledge University, the university has donated 10 free academic courses to the Rwanga Foundation, including 5 courses from Knowledge University and 5 from Knowledge Institute.
Knowledge University signs an MoU with the Erbil Directorate for Combating Violence Against Women and Families
In a special ceremony attended by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezaye (President of Knowledge University), Prof. Dr. Talib Khalil Ibrahim (Vice President for Scientific Affairs), Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohammed Aziz (Director of International Relations), and Mr. Ranjdar Rizgar (Director of Media), Knowledge University officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Erbil Directorate for Combating Violence Against Women and Families, represented by Colonel Safin Tahir Mohammed-Amin, Director of the Directorate.
Knowledge University Celebrates 13th Graduation Ceremony
Knowledge University celebrated its 13th Graduation Ceremony for the academic year 2024-2025. The event, held on the KNU campus, was conducted under the supervision of the Board of Trustees and the President of Knowledge University, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Anwer Dzeiy. Attendees included Mr. Omed Khoshnaw, Governor of Erbil; (Dr. Ebrahim Rashid - representative from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research); government, parliament members and party officials; the university\\\'s academic staff; and graduating students, accompanied by their families.
Visit to the Pirmam District Council
Under the leadership of Deshti Haji Najmuddin, Head of the Security Directorate, a delegation from Knowledge University visited the Pirmam District Council on Monday, 29/9/2025. The delegation included Dr. Anwar Omar Qadir (Head of the Law Department), Dr. Marwan Aziz (Engineering College Director), and Dr. Mohammad Aziz (Director of University Relations).
Next Step Exhibition: Empowering the Next Generation
Under the theme “Leading the Next Generation Towards a Brighter Future: Education, Workforce Efficiency, and Entrepreneurship”, Knowledge University organized the third Next Step Exhibition in Sulaymaniyah for the second consecutive year.
Knowledge University Faculty Listed Among Top 2% Scientists Worldwide
Knowledge University proudly announces that Dr. Mohammad Kaveh, a faculty member of the College of Engineering, has been recognized in the “Top 2% Scientists in the World” list for 2025.
Memorandum of Understanding Between Knowledge University and Erbil Municipality
On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 8:30 AM, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Anwar Dzeiyi, President of Knowledge University, accompanied by Dr. Marwan Aziz, Dean of the College of Engineering, and Dr. Mohammad Aziz Saeed, Director of Communications, visited the Erbil Municipality.
Book Publication: Clinical Hematology in Kurdish
Danyal Hesen Rasul, a 24-year-old graduate of the College of Science – Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences at Knowledge University, has translated a book on Clinical Hematology into Kurdish (Sorani dialect).
Special Orientation for 12th Grade Students
Today, Saturday (September 13, 2025), at the hall of the independent administration offices of Soran, the Uni Event Center, sponsored by Knowledge University, hosted a special orientation for 12th grade students from the Soran and Rawanduz districts.
Knowledge University Visits UNICEF for Collaboration on Water Resources Projects
On Monday, September 1, 2025, Prof. Dr. Ahmad Dzayi, President of Knowledge University, along with Dr. Renas Yaqoub, Member of the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Talib Khalil Ibrahim, Vice President of the University, welcomed Jay Matta, Hydrology Officer at UNICEF, and Mr. Mohammed, Operations Manager at the Erbil Office, with the assistance of Dr. Rebwar Naser and Dr. Mohammad Aziz Saeed.
University Meeting to Welcome the New Academic Year
On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Prof. Dr. Ahmad Dzayi, President of Knowledge University, held a meeting with the academic staff to celebrate the new academic year and provide guidance.
Knowledge University Hosts Arab Students for Summer Training Exchange
As part of activities within the Arab Universities Union, Knowledge University, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezaye, President of the University, and the academic staff, welcomed several students from Egypt, Yemen, and Palestine
Knowledge University Hosts Second International Conference on Arabic Language and Literature
On Wednesday and Thursday, July 30–31, 2025, the Second International Conference on Arabic Language and Literature was held at Knowledge University campus, organized by the Iraqi Scientific Association with participation from Al-Iraqia University, Middle East College, Bayan University, Bayt Al-Hikma, and the ESRA Human Rights Organization.
Knowledge University Students Participate in Petroleum Field Training in Basra
Four students from the College of Engineering, Department of Petroleum Engineering were selected by Al-Mishwar Organization to participate in a summer training and practical exercise at petroleum refineries in Basra, under the supervision of the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, from August 1 to September 1, 2025.
Pharmacy Students Conduct Scientific Visit to KMCA for Practical Training
On Monday, July 28, 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance student familiarity with professional centers, and under the supervision of Dr. Diyar Ali, instructor, students from all levels of the College of Pharmacy carried out a scientific visit to the Kurdistan Medicines Quality Control Authority (KMCA).
Knowledge University Signs Specialized Agreement with Sunbelt Company for Oil Engineering Training
Under the supervision of Dr. Rasan Sarbast, Head of the Department of Petroleum Engineering at Knowledge University, a specialized agreement was signed with Sunbelt Company in the field of oil and gas.
Scientific Seminar at the College of Science – Department of Medical Laboratory Science
As part of the ongoing series of scientific seminars, the Department of Medical Laboratory Science at the College of Science organized a seminar on Tuesday, June 22, 2025, at the Main Building – Hall 29, entitled \"Bacterial Profile and Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns Among Burn Patients in Asia Hospitals.\"
Knowledge University Publishes Research from the 4th International Scientific Conference
Following the 4th International Scientific Conference held on April 13-14, 2025, organized by the College of Law and the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences at Knowledge University under the theme “Foundation of Renewal and Innovation – Banking System: Opportunities and Challenges,” a total of 18 research papers were accepted, including 14 national and 4 international studies.
Knowledge University Hosts the 8th EDEX University and Partner Exhibition
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the Sheraton Hotel Hall, under the supervision of Deshti Haji Najmuddin (Head of Security Team at Knowledge University), Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezaye (President of Knowledge University), Omed Khoshnaw (Governor of Erbil), and Dr. Muhammad Kalari (Representative of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research), along with students and their families, the 8th EDEX University and Partner Exhibition sponsored by Knowledge University was inaugurated.
Knowledge University Welcomes Arab Students for Training Exchange Program
Within the framework of a memorandum of understanding signed in April 2025 between Knowledge University and a number of universities in Arab countries in Tripoli, Libya, as part of the Thirtieth Arab Forum for Training Exchange between Arab Universities, on Saturday, July 19, 2025, a Knowledge University delegation consisting of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezaye (President of the University), Asst. Prof. Dr. Marwan Aziz (Dean of the College of Engineering), and Dr. Nashwan Adnan (Director of Quality Assurance) welcomed students from Salahaddin University and Tishk International University – Erbil.
Knowledge University Conducts “Advanced Web Design” Class for Engineering Students
As part of ongoing training initiatives, the College of Engineering – Department of Computer Engineering at Knowledge University, under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Dr. Marwan Aziz, Dean of the College, and monitored by Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulqader Khoshnaw, Head of the Department, organized a training class for students of all levels entitled \"Advanced Web Design.\"
Knowledge University Conducts “Boosting Computer Programming Skills” Class for Engineering Students
As part of efforts to enhance students’ skills in the field, the College of Engineering – Department of Computer Engineering at Knowledge University, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Dezaye, President of the University, and monitored by Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulqader Khoshnaw, Head of the Department, organized a training class for students of all levels entitled \"Boosting Computer Programming Skills.\"
Knowledge University Students Win at Iraq-Level Scientific Project Competition
A group of students from the College of Engineering, Department of Petroleum Engineering at Knowledge University, with the support of Deshti Haji Najmuddin, Head of the Security Team, participated in a national-level scientific project competition in Iraq organized by the Supreme Youth Council (المجلس الاعلی للشباب).
Knowledge University Students Participate in Arab Training Exchange Program in Oman
له چوارچێوهی ڕێككهوتننامهیهك كه لهنێوان زانكۆی نۆڵج و كۆمهڵێك له زانكۆیانی وڵاتانی عهرهبی له نیسانی 2025 له شاری (تهرابلوس - لیبیا) به ئامادهبوونی بهڕێز سهرۆكی زانكۆ (پ.د.احمد دزهیی) واژوو كرابوو، وهك بهشێك له (سییهمین كۆڕبهندی عهرهبی بۆ ئاڵوگۆڕی ڕاهێنان لهنێوان زانكۆكانی وڵاتانی عهرهبی) چوار فێرخوازی زانكۆی نۆڵج به ناوهكانی:
Knowledge University Signs an International Memorandum of Understanding with Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University, Russia
In a new step toward expanding international collaborations, a delegation from Knowledge University — consisting of Prof. Dr. Ahmad Dzayee (President of the University), Prof. Dr. Talib Khalil (Vice President), and Asst. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aziz (Director of International Relations) — participated in an online Zoom meeting with representatives from Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University named after K.D. Ushinsky – Russia.
Meeting on Launching Professional Training Programs at Knowledge University
Today, Monday (June 16, 2025), Mr. Dashti Haji Najmaddin – Head of the Security Department at the Private Office – welcomed Mr. Ali Ibrahim Hassan, the owner of Business Time Center, along with his accompanying delegation. The meeting aimed to discuss and plan a series of professional training courses in the following fields:
Participation of the College of Engineering Dean in an International Conference on Sustainable Development
Asst. Prof. Dr. Marwan Aziz Mohammed, Dean of the College of Engineering at Knowledge University, participated as a keynote speaker in the International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals, held in Erbil, in collaboration with the Arjaa Institute for Research and Development.
Knowledge University Students Selected for Professional Training in Iraq’s Oil and Gas Sector
With great pleasure, Knowledge University announces that it has become the only private university in the Kurdistan Region to successfully coordinate with the Al-Mashwar Organization for Development and Training.
Announcement for All University Students (Except First-Year Students)
the final exam results for the second semester (Bologna System) and the end-of-year results for the College of Law (Annual System) have been officially released
Knowledge University Delegation Visits FAM Educational Institution in Raperin
a delegation from Knowledge University paid an official visit to the FAM Educational Institution in the Raperin Independent Administration region
Knowledge University Launches Official Seasonal Magazine “Knowledge Magazine”
Knowledge University has officially obtained authorization from the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate to publish its Scientific Cultural Seasonal Magazine, titled “Knowledge Magazine”
Visit and Book Presentation at Knowledge University
Mr. Dashti Haji Najmaddin, received Dr. Rozhgar Saadi, a lecturer at the College of Arts, Salahaddin University
Knowledge University Marks 10th Anniversary of Kurdish-German Friendship Association
representatives of knowledge university participated at the 10th anniversary ceremony of the Kurdish-German Friendship Association
Knowledge University Delegation Visits Key Educational Institutions in Koya
a delegation from Knowledge University recently conducted an official visit to several institutions in the city of Koya
Special Recognition for President of Knowledge University for Contributions to Mathematics in the Kurdistan Region
Dr. Ahmad Anwar Dezaye, the President of Knowledge University, received special recognition for his significant contributions to the field of mathematics.
Knowledge University Lecturer Publishes Book on a Century of Kurdish Struggle
Dr. Rebaz Jalal Ahmad Nanakali, a lecturer at the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences at Knowledge University, has published a significant historical work
High-Level Meeting of Nursing College Deans Held in the Kurdistan Region
A significant and high-level meeting took place today at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, gathering the deans of nursing colleges from both public and private universities across the Kurdistan Region
Computer Engineering Students Excel at Falling Walls Lab Innovation Showcase
two talented students from the Department of Computer Engineering represented their institution at the prestigious Falling Walls Lab innovation showcase
College of Engineering Achieves Success at NICE 2025 Project Competition
The College of Engineering at Knowledge University proudly participated in the 10th National Innovation Competition in Engineering (NICE 2025)
Knowledge University Signs MoU with Haibat Sultan Technical Institute and Zansty Sardam Institute
Knowledge University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with both Haibat Sultan Technical Institute – Koya and Zansty Sardam Institute – Erbil
KNU Announces Release of First-Year Second Round Exam Results
KNU Announces Release of First-Year Second Round Exam Results – Objection Window Opens April 20–21
Knowledge University Professor Wins First Prize at International Scientific Exhibition
Prof. Dr. Fuad Hussein Kamil, lecturer at the College of Sciences, Knowledge University, has been awarded first prize at an international scientific exhibition hosted by the Noble Technical Institute
Seminar Held in Cooperation Between Knowledge University and NOVA Organization
In collaboration with the NOVA Organization, Knowledge University organized a seminar titled \"Towards Minisory Exams\" for 12th-grade students within the jurisdiction of the Soran Independent Administration