The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) welcomes high school students to sit for their final national exams, in coordination with the Karbala Directorate of Education, as part of the university’s ongoing commitment to supporting the educational process in the province.
The university is providing all necessary human and logistical resources to ensure a comfortable and well-organised exam environment, reinforcing the quality of education and contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 4 — Quality Education: ensuring inclusive and equitable education for all and promoting lifelong learning opportunities.
To Arab and International Students
The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) announces the opening of applications under the “Study in Iraq” programme, inviting students wishing to join the university’s colleges and departments as part of the national initiative launched by the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
🔹 This initiative aims to enhance the quality of higher education and provide an exceptional academic environment for Arab and international students through advanced curricula aligned with international standards. Moreover, it supports the Fourth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 4) — Quality Education — which promotes inclusive and equitable education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
🔹 The initiative also contributes to strengthening international academic partnerships and fostering cultural and scientific exchange, aligning with the Seventeenth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 17) — Partnerships for the Goals — by building collaborative networks among educational institutions worldwide.
📅 Application Deadline: July 1, 2025
📍 Warith Al-Anbiyaa invites all interested students to apply promptly via the official programme link or visit the university’s admissions centre to learn more about available programmes and the application process.
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As part of its efforts to strengthen practical learning and bridge theoretical knowledge with industrial applications, the Department of Petroleum and Gas Engineering at the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) organised a scientific field trip to Al-Doura Refinery in Baghdad.
The visit aimed to familiarise students with the refinery's operational mechanisms and modern oil refining technologies, contributing to the development of their engineering competencies. This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 9 — Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure — by supporting sustainable industrialisation and encouraging innovation.
Professor Dr. Ibrahim Saeed Al-Hayawi, President of the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH), convened an extended meeting with the university's Vice President for Scientific Affairs, Professor Dr. Waqed Al-Moussawi, and heads of administrative departments to discuss strategic pathways for enhancing the university’s administrative systems and accelerating the digital transformation agenda in line with global trends in higher education governance.
During the meeting, Dr. Al-Hayawi emphasised the imperative of adopting advanced digital solutions and upgrading the university’s technological infrastructure. He highlighted the urgent need to transition toward a modern administrative paradigm characterised by transparency, operational efficiency, and reduced dependency on paper-based procedures—fostering a data-driven culture that supports institutional excellence.
This initiative aligns with multiple Sustainable Development Goals: notably, the enhancement of quality education through improved institutional management; the promotion of innovation and resilient infrastructure via robust digital frameworks; and the advancement of strong institutions through principles of transparency, accountability, and good governance.
Dr. Al-Hayawi reiterated the university’s commitment to becoming a national model in the integration of modern administrative methodologies—ensuring that services offered to students, faculty, and administrative staff are both effective and future-ready.
As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering a safe and sustainable academic environment, the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) welcomed a specialised ministerial committee to audit compliance with environmental health and safety standards.
The committee’s visit included an inspection of several academic buildings and scientific laboratories, as well as a review of civil defence systems and on-campus preventive protocols.
This initiative reflects the university’s alignment with global sustainable development priorities—particularly the promotion of health and well-being and the assurance of quality education—demonstrating its dedication to maintaining a healthy and secure educational setting for students, faculty, and staff alike.
In alignment with its commitment to fostering a high-quality academic environment, the colleges and departments of the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) continue to administer final examinations for first-year students under meticulous organisation and direct supervision by college deans. This reflects a strong culture of academic seriousness and institutional discipline.
The university’s efforts are part of its broader strategy to contribute to sustainable development—particularly by advancing inclusive and equitable quality education and by cultivating supportive, engaging learning environments that empower all students to thrive.
We extend our sincere wishes for continued success to our students as they pursue their academic journeys and move confidently toward a promising future.
Under the direction of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research organised a celebratory conference marking the selection of Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital for the year 2025. The event was held in cooperation with the Permanent National Committee for Societal Awareness and Guidance at the Office of the Prime Minister.
In his keynote address, Deputy Minister Dr. Adnan Ibrahim Al-Jumaili affirmed the ministry's firm commitment to fostering institutional partnerships that position Baghdad as a premier academic, cultural, and touristic destination.
He emphasised that Iraqi academic and cultural institutions are steadily advancing the nation’s long-term development strategies toward 2030. This advancement coherently engages with global partnerships and responds thoughtfully to the goals of sustainable development.
The event featured remarks by the Minister of Culture, Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, and Dr. Lubna Khamis Mahdi, Director General of the Research and Development Department. It also included dialogue sessions, presentations, and performances that reflected the strategic vision of the Iraqi state in the realms of cultural and knowledge-based tourism—highlighting the synergy between universities, cultural institutions, and the tourism sector.
The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) continues to administer final examinations under the direct supervision of the university presidency and with the close follow-up of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Professor Dr. Waqid Al-Moussawi. This process is carried out through coordinated and dedicated efforts by the college deanships and examination committees.
The university strives to provide an optimal examination environment that ensures academic integrity and high-performance standards. These efforts reflect the institution’s commitment to advancing inclusive and equitable quality education, in alignment with global development goals focused on improving access, accountability, and educational excellence through the application of modern academic practices and internationally recognised benchmarks.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the availability of Slovak scholarships offered to Iraq. According to the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations, the scholarships are available for undergraduate and master’s degree programmes. The deadline for application is May 3, 2025.
For application requirements and registration: [Click here]
Donor-side link: [Click here]
Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations Portal: [Click here]
The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) held an official ceremony to honour the winners of the 2024 Warith Al-Anbiyaa Artificial Intelligence Applications Competition, organised under the theme “Innovative Intelligence for Sustainable Solutions”. The event was held under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr Naeem Al-Aboudi, and in the presence of the Deputy Minister, Dr Haider Abdul Dhahad, with direct supervision from the University President, Professor Dr Ibrahim Saeed Al-Hayawi. The ceremony was attended by a distinguished group of faculty members and experts in the field of artificial intelligence.
The competition saw the participation of 94 projects submitted by students and researchers representing over 22 Iraqi universities and was structured around three primary thematic tracks. During the event, the top three winning projects in each track were announced as follows:
Engineering Applications Track:
First Place: UAV-Based Fire Detection Using CNN Pretrained Model – Ibn Sina University for Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Al-Nahrain University.
Second Place: An Early Detection Technique for Autism Diagnosis Using Optimal EEG Feature Extraction Methods – University of Kufa, University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa.
Third Place: AI-Mpox: A Machine Learning-Based Approach for Early Detection and Diagnosis of Monkeypox – University – University of Baghdad.
Security and Robotics Applications Track:
First Place: Reliable Deep Learning Framework for the Ground Penetrating Radar Data to Locate the Horizontal Variation in Levee Soil Compaction – University of Sumer, Imam Al-Sadiq University.
Second Place: Automated Turning Operations Based on Feature Recognition and Image Processing – University of Technology.
Third Place: AI-Based Healthcare Chatbot for Natural Medical Consultations – University of Anbar.
Veterinary and Agricultural Applications Track:
First Place: Artificial Intelligence-Based Modelling of Novel Non-Thermal Milk Pasteurisation to Achieve Desirable Colour and Predict Quality Parameters During Storage – University of Baghdad, University of Basrah.
Second Place: Plant Diseases and Pests Recognition Project Based on Deep Learning Approach – University of Anbar.
Third Place: Deep Learning-Based Models for Drug-Target Interactions – University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa, Al-Nahrain University.
This competition forms a key pillar of the university’s strategic efforts to support scientific research, foster a culture of innovation, and empower students and researchers to deliver technological solutions that address contemporary societal challenges. The initiative is aligned with the broader vision of building a resilient knowledge-based infrastructure, enhancing scientific collaboration, and promoting inclusive technological advancement that fuels economic growth, health resilience, food security, and sustainable community development.
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr Naeem Al-Aboudi, chaired a meeting to follow up on preparations for the launch of the Colleges of Excellence and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Baghdad, as part of the ministry’s plans for the 2025–2026 academic year.
During the meeting, the minister emphasised the importance of aligning with global advancements in academic fields and creating a learning environment rooted in innovation and specialised knowledge. The College of Excellence will include programmes in applied information, business administration, e-commerce, accounting, banking, sociology, philosophy, and data science. The College of Artificial Intelligence will offer programmes focused on engineering applications, biomedical technologies, and smart data systems.
This initiative reflects the ministry's commitment to advancing the quality of higher education, promoting research and innovation in emerging technologies, and fostering institutional collaboration. It also supports the development of skilled human capital capable of driving inclusive and sustainable growth across various sectors.
The Riyada initiative, launched by the Iraqi government, aims to empower youth by providing training and support for entrepreneurship. University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa was the first university in Karbala, Iraq, to collaborate and be part of this initiative. In 2024, over 53,000 individuals were trained, with 8,130 participants benefiting from loans. The initiative registered 424,749 participants, creating 10,000+ job opportunities. Its key goals include equipping youth with skills for the labour market, encouraging entrepreneurship, fostering innovation, and boosting Iraq’s economy. The programme offers training, mentorship, and government-backed loans to support small businesses, ensuring long-term sustainability. Riyada also promotes collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive economic growth and employment.
Achievements of the Initiative at University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa
The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa witnessed wide participation in the “Riyada” initiative, achieving the following milestones:
Number of training courses held at Warith Al-Anbiyaa University: 22 courses.
Letters of appreciation were received by the university from the Office of the Prime Minister’s Advisor, Dr Hussein Falamrz.
Number of participants in the training courses: 440 trainees.
Number of successful projects qualified: 187 projects.
These figures reflect the strong engagement with the initiative and its success in achieving its goals, as more than 40% of participants were able to develop viable and sustainable projects.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the availability of 40 Romanian scholarships for the academic year 2025–2026.
According to the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations, the scholarships are available for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across various fields of study. The application deadline is Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Application and registration requirements: [Click here]
Donor-side link: [Click here]
Portal of the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations: [Click here]
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the availability of Thai scholarships for the academic year 2025–2026.
According to the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations, the scholarships are offered for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across a variety of disciplines. The application deadline is Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Application and registration requirements: [Click here]
Donor-side link: [Click here]
Portal of the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations: [Click here]
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the names of candidates accepted in the fourth batch of the Russian scholarship programme for the academic year 2024–2025.
The Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations calls on the listed individuals to visit its office to initiate their academic file.
Requirements and list of accepted applicants: [Click here]
The College of Law and Political Science at the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) held academic sessions to discuss the graduation projects of fourth-year students. These sessions were conducted in a scholarly and precise atmosphere, with the attendance of Prof. Dr Naufal Al-Aaraji, Vice President for Administrative Affairs, along with the college’s leadership.
Students presented the outcomes of their research before specialised academic committees, following established academic procedures and within approved research themes. The sessions were held in the college’s well-equipped halls designed for such academic activities.
This initiative reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to advancing quality education and fostering academic excellence. By encouraging student-led research and cultivating analytical skills, the university supports broader efforts to align higher education with societal needs and future workforce demands—principles that are integral to sustainable development.
The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) participated in the 8th National and 5th International Scientific Conference organised by the College of Education for Pure Sciences at the University of Karbala, held under the theme “Pure Sciences: A Pillar of Sustainable Development”.
Representing the university, Dr Waqid Al-Moussawi, Vice President for Academic Affairs, emphasised that the university’s role extended beyond attendance, contributing actively to the scientific and preparatory committees. This participation reflects the institution’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and engaging with the broader scientific community—locally and internationally.
He added that the university places strong emphasis on advancing quality education through research and innovation while also building long-term academic partnerships that support inclusive and sustainable development.
These efforts are in line with the university’s strategic vision and the guidance of the representative of the religious authority, Sheikh Abdul Mahdi Al-Karbala’i, in supporting Iraq’s higher education sector and strengthening its role in societal progress.
As part of its ongoing efforts to foster a constructive university environment and strengthen students’ contribution to a thoughtful and cohesive academic community, the Cultural Student Club at the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) hosted an interactive dialogue session titled:
“The Role of University Students in Shaping Collective Awareness.”
Students from the Colleges of Engineering, Islamic Sciences, Management and Economics, and Science participated in the event, which explored common behavioural challenges within university settings. The discussions led to several meaningful recommendations, including the importance of positive role models, ethical behaviour, intentional decision-making, and a commitment to personal excellence.
This initiative reflects the university’s vision to enhance inclusive and transformative education while promoting a peaceful and accountable academic culture. It also supports broader efforts to build strong, just institutions through student empowerment and active engagement.
The University Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) has marked a significant scientific advancement by earning a place among Iraq’s top institutions for publishing research in internationally recognised databases such as Scopus and Web of Science.
The university ranked eighth across all Iraqi universities and third among private institutions for 2025—an achievement that reflects the dedication of its academic community to advancing research quality and knowledge production.
This success aligns with the university’s broader mission to promote inclusive and equitable education while strengthening its contribution to global knowledge. By encouraging innovation, academic excellence, and lifelong learning, the university continues to reinforce its role in shaping a more informed, resilient, and sustainable academic environment.
Professor Dr Ibrahim Saeed Al-Hayawi, President of the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH), led a series of meetings with deans and department heads to assess recent achievements, tackle ongoing challenges, and review development plans aimed at enhancing academic and administrative performance.
He stressed the importance of collaboration across university sectors and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to sustainable development by improving education quality, expanding learning access, and fostering an inclusive academic environment.
The President of the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH), Professor Dr Ibrahim Saeed Al-Hayawi, along with the Administrative and Academic Vice Presidents, Professors Dr Noufal Al-Aaraji and Dr Waqid Al-Moussawi, welcomed a group of college deans, faculty members, and department heads who extended their congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.
In his remarks, Dr Al-Hayawi expressed his appreciation for this gesture and emphasised the importance of continued dedication toward achieving academic excellence. He noted that the university’s growing reputation is the result of collective collaboration across all its units.
He also reaffirmed the university’s ongoing commitment to the goals of sustainable education, in alignment with Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Quality Education, and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals. It highlighted the importance of building strong institutional ties and a shared vision for inclusive, equitable, and innovative education that drives sustainable progress.
The Centre of Continuous Education is pleased to announce the opening of registration for the National Proficiency Exams in the following subjects:
Arabic Language
English Language
Computer Skills
🗓 Exam Schedule (Two sessions per day):
10:00 AM Session:
Sunday: Arabic Language
Monday: English Language
Tuesday: Arabic Language
Wednesday: English Language
12:00 PM Session:
Sunday: English Language
Monday: Computer Skills
Tuesday: English Language
Wednesday: Computer Skills
⚠️ Note: Thursday is a public holiday at the university—no exams will be held.
🎯 Target Audience:
Applicants to postgraduate studies (Master's and Ph.D. programmes).
📝 Registration Method:
Please visit the following website using your browser to complete your booking:
🔗 https://inpt.rdd.edu.iq
(This portal is used to register for exams in Arabic, English, and Computer Skills.)
🚨 Important Notes:
Visit the Centre of Continuous Education (Al-Ula Building, 3rd Floor) to confirm your registration and receive the payment form.
Exam fees must be paid at the university’s finance department. You will receive an official receipt with your full name.
First attempt: 30,000 IQD
Subsequent attempts: 20,000 IQD
All steps must be completed at least one day—or two hours—prior to the exam.
Bringing the original National ID card is mandatory. Entry to the exam is not allowed without it.
📞 For Enquiries:
Telegram Channel: https://t.me/clcuowa
Phone: 07808058080 / 07724176862
In an effort to reinforce academic excellence, the College of Engineering at the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH) organised joint pilot evaluation exams in collaboration with the University of Technology under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education, by promoting high academic standards and improving learning outcomes. Through these collaborative assessments, the university aims to elevate educational quality and equip students with skills aligned with global academic benchmarks.
In line with the directives of the President of the University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa (PBUH), the Department of Registration and Student Affairs organised a specialised ministerial workshop on the "Student Information Management System". The workshop aimed to enhance the efficiency of academic data handling and improve student services using the latest approved systems.
This initiative supports the university’s efforts to align with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 4: Quality Education, by advancing administrative and educational systems and fostering a more modern and responsive academic environment for students.
