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Tishk International University Strengthens Collaboration with KCAC Tishk International University took an important step toward enhancing its engagement in cultural and creative initiatives through an official visit to the Kurdistan Center for Arts and Culture On 28 April 2026. The delegation from TIU included Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, Academic Vice President, and Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Director of International Relations. They were warmly received by Mr. Mohammed Fatih, Managing Director of KCAC, and Mr. Fateh Rebar, Head of Communications and Media. Kurdistan Center for Arts & Culture (KCAC) is an organization based in Erbil dedicated to building an inclusive global community [...]

Tishk International University Delegation Visits University of Mosul to enhance Academic Collaboration A delegation from Tishk International University paid an official visit to the University of Mosul on April 26, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic cooperation and institutional partnerships. Tishk International University represented by Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Director of the International Relations Office, Mr. Yad Sirwan, Coordinator, Mr. Frsat Abdullah, Director of Human Resources, and Mr. Aram Fuad, vice adminstrative manager. The delegation was warmly received by Dr. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim Jasim, Assistant to the President for Scientific Affairs and other key officials at the University of [...]

Tishk International University Hosts Announcement Session on Cybersecurity Capacity Development Bootcamp Opportunity The International Relations Office (IRO) at Tishk International University organized an informative announcement session today on April 23, 2026 to introduce an exciting international opportunity titled “Cybersecurity Capacity Development Bootcamp”, which will take place in Madrid, Spain. The program is scheduled to begin on June 8, 2026, and will run for a total duration of six months, including one month of in-person training in Madrid followed by five months of online learning. The opportunity is open to both students and staff members, with a maximum of 10 participants to [...]

Tishk International University Signs Memorandum of Understanding in Virtual Ceremony with International Academic Partners Tishk International University successfully held a virtual signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SELART European Academy and European University RAK (EURAK–UAE) on April 21, 2026. The event marks an important step toward strengthening international academic collaboration and fostering global partnerships. The program opened with a welcoming address delivered by Prof. Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, President of TIU, who highlighted the significance of international cooperation in advancing higher education, research, and innovation. This was followed by a series of presentations, including an overview of TIU [...]

Cybersecurity Bootcamp Opportunity in Spain Tishk International University (TIU) announces an exciting opportunity for students and staff to join a Cybersecurity Bootcamp in Spain, delivered in English. This 6-month hybrid program (June 8th to July 8th) on campus training in Madrid with 5 more months online learning. It is designed for beginners and professionals, with no prior IT experience required. Participants will gain practical skills and qualify as Junior Cybersecurity Specialists upon completion. For application and detailed information, please visit IRO located in Research Center, Room number: R08  

TIU President Visits Amman Arab University and Signs MoU to Strengthen Academic Cooperation  Prof. Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, President of TIU, paid an official visit to Amman Arab University (AAU) in Amman, Jordan, on Monday, March 9, 2026. Upon arrival, he was warmly received by Prof. Mohammad Al-Widyan, President of Amman Arab University, together with a number of senior academic and administrative officials. During the visit, both sides held constructive discussions on prospects for strengthening academic and scientific cooperation, including collaborative research initiatives, academic exchange, and institutional partnership. The meeting concluded with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed [...]

Student Mobility Programme (SMP) – June 2026 Intake Announcement to TIU Students International Relations Office (IRO) Dear Students, The International Relations Office is pleased to announce an exciting international mobility opportunity in collaboration with INTI International University, Nilai, Malaysia under the Student Mobility Programme (SMP) – June 2026 Intake. This programme offers TIU undergraduate students the opportunity to study in Malaysia for (1 month) with instruction conducted in English, gaining valuable international academic and cultural experience. Programme Overview Host Institution: INTI International University, Malaysia Duration: 1 month Class Commencement: 2 June 2026 Language of Instruction: English Maximum Nominees: 5 students from [...]

Student Mobility Opportunity – International Summer University Fulda (ISU)Announcement to TIU Students International Relations Office (IRO)   Dear Students, The International Relations Office is pleased to announce that Tishk International University (TIU) has successfully secured one (1) mobility seat at Fulda University of Applied Sciences. International Summer University (ISU) – Hochschule Fulda This achievement reflects TIU’s continued commitment to expanding international partnerships and creating high-quality global learning opportunities for our students. Programme Overview Host Institution: Fulda University of Applied Sciences Country: Germany Available Seats: 1 TIU Student Programme Type: International Summer University Fulda (ISU) Period of the program: 6 July to 1 August [...]

Tishk International University Advances Membership Process with UNIMED Erbil, Iraq – February 16, 2026 As part of its comprehensive internationalization strategy, Tishk International University (TIU) is currently in the official process of becoming a member of UNIMED – the Union of Mediterranean Universities, Italy. This step signifies a strategic institutional initiative to expand TIU's engagement within European and Mediterranean higher education networks. By affiliating with UNIMED, TIU will integrate into a distinguished network of universities across Europe and the Mediterranean region dedicated to promoting higher education, research and innovation, intercultural dialogue, and sustainable development. This membership enhances TIU's standing within the [...]

Tishk International University Hosts Economic Consultant to the Austrian Embassy As part of its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and international cooperation, Tishk International University (TIU) welcomed Ms. Lusan Gardi, Economic Consultant to the Austrian Embassy – Commercial Section, Iraq (Erbil), on February 1, 2026. The visit aimed to strengthen institutional relations between TIU and academic institutions in the Republic of Austria and provided a valuable platform for constructive dialogue on potential areas of collaboration. During the meeting, an overview was presented highlighting the development and academic progress of Tishk International University, followed by in-depth discussions on prospects for cooperation with [...]