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Institutional development · Teaching, learning and curriculum · Iraq

University of Kufa approves several new departments and branches across its colleges

The University of Kufa says its relevant bodies have approved a package of new academic departments and scientific branches in various colleges, presented as a response to labour-market needs.

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Why it matters: Colleges at the University of Kufa are gaining several new departments and scientific branches, approved under the president's direct supervision.

The University of Kufa announced that its relevant bodies have approved the creation of several new academic departments and scientific branches in various colleges, in an announcement headed with the 2026-2027 year.

According to the university, the additions aim to keep pace with the labour market, widen educational horizons and develop academic structures to meet development needs.

The university said the approvals were made under the direct supervision and follow-up of its president, Professor Alaa Naji.

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Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor

The University of Kufa has approved several new departments and scientific branches across its colleges, an expansion it says is designed to match labour-market needs.

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