Academic and Scientific Announcement: University of Zakho to Open Three New Academic Departments for the 2026–2027 Academic Year

As part of its ongoing efforts to advance scientific and academic development in the Kurdistan Region and provide high-quality educational services to the community, the University of Zakho is pleased to announce the opening of three new academic departments for the 2026–2027 academic year.

This initiative reflects the University’s strategic vision of responding to contemporary needs and enhancing the capabilities and potential of the younger generation.

Newly Established Academic Departments

The three new academic departments have been carefully selected to address key areas of human well-being and societal development, as follows:

• Department of Psychological Counselling: Aimed at preparing qualified professionals in the field of mental health to promote psychological well-being and provide guidance and counselling to individuals facing various challenges, crises, and life circumstances.

• Department of Special Education: Dedicated to preparing teachers and academic specialists capable of applying evidence-based approaches to supporting individuals with special educational needs and fostering the development of their abilities and potential.

• Department of Environmental and Health Sciences: Designed to prepare qualified professionals capable of developing environmental solutions, addressing environmental challenges, and safeguarding public health and community well-being.

Objectives and Strategic Rationale for Establishing the New Departments

The University of Zakho has decided to establish these departments in pursuit of several key objectives, including:

• Expanding Educational Opportunities: Providing secondary school graduates with additional opportunities to pursue higher education in diverse and contemporary fields of study.

• Addressing Community Needs: In response to the growing demand for specialists in psychological counselling, special education, and environmental sciences, the University is committed to preparing qualified professionals to address existing gaps and meet the needs of the community.

• Enhancing Academic Standards: The establishment of these three departments is expected to enrich the University’s teaching and learning environment, enabling students to acquire contemporary knowledge and develop practical skills under the guidance of experienced academic staff.

Through this initiative, the University of Zakho once again reaffirms its commitment to scientific advancement, academic excellence, and community service. As a leading higher education institution, the University continues to pursue its vision of building a more prosperous and sustainable future for the Kurdistan Region.

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