Students

Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – 20 May 2026 The Convocation Day at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr was successfully held for the year 2026. The event is organised annually with the aim of encouraging and showcasing students’ projects, innovations, and creative ideas. This year, students presented 44 different projects and innovations from the Schools […]

UKH had the honour of welcoming H.E. Jun Il Lee, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iraq, for an official visit on 17 November 2025. As part of his visit, the Ambassador delivered a seminar titled “Korea’s Development Experience and Its Implications,” attended by UKH students, faculty, and staff. The session provided valuable insights […]

On Thursday, 30 October 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly celebrated the Graduation Ceremony of the Class of 2025. A total of 526 graduates from undergraduate and postgraduate programmes gathered with their families and friends for an evening filled with pride, joy, and celebration. The ceremony was attended by H.E. Nechirvan Barzani, Founder of UKH and […]

As the new academic year continues, campus life at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is already filled with creativity and engagement. The Student Affairs Department organised a “Paint Your Tote Bag” activity, where students came together to design and paint their own tote bags in a fun and relaxing environment. This event is part of the weekly […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is proud to announce that its School of Medicine (SOM) has been awarded the WOHR Humanitarian Excellence Award for Academic Institutions on 16th July 2025, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to promoting humanitarian values in academic and professional interactions. This prestigious award was granted following a national survey […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is proud to announce the launch of the Baldar Scholarships Initiative, a landmark programme aimed at expanding educational opportunities across the Kurdistan Region. UKH is a strategic partner in this initiative, which will provide 114 scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year to outstanding students pursuing master’s degrees across various […]

On June 24, 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly hosted the First Kurdistan Mathematics Competition, in collaboration with the Kurdistan Mathematical Society (KMS) and with the support of Vision Education, Halabja Group, and Arcella. 19 teams from 16 universities across the region showcased their talent and passion for mathematics in a vibrant celebration […]

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) Alumni Association kicked off the Alumni Talk Series on June 23, 2025 with a truly inspiring session led by Aryan Qazzaz, one of UKH’s proud graduates. In a warm and engaging talk, Aryan shared personal stories from his time at UKH and reflected on the lessons he’s learned throughout […]

On June 5, 2025, UKH President Dr. Zana Ibrahim and Vice President (administration) Prof. Dr. Dana Mawlood met with a group of outstanding students who recently represented UKH at the prestigious Undergraduate Research and Innovation Competition in Abu Dhabi. The students were joined in the meeting by their academic supervisors, who played a key role […]

On June 1, 2025, the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly hosted an interactive panel discussion on Financial Literacy in the university auditorium, marking the successful conclusion of the innovative partnership with RT Bank, announced in December 2024. The event drew a full house of participants, showcasing the wide-reaching impact of this collaboration. Watch to learn what our […]