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 The Special Commission for the reception of foreign citizens at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan

08.08.2018   67478   3 min.
 The Special Commission for the reception of foreign citizens at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan

Nowadays, the period of intensive reforms in every field is going on in our country. The great opportunities are being created for the young generation in order to bring them up as educated, skilled specialists of their chosen field.

In particular, the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, established in accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan of April 16, 2018 "On Measures of improving the Spiritual Enlightenment Activities" has good conditions for local as well as foreign students.

The aim of the academy is to prepare Bachelor and Master students in various religious fields such as Quranic studies, Hadith, Islamic law, Aqedah, Sufism, Islamic economy and finance, History of Islam, its sources and philosophy, and also in the modern fields like religious studies, International relations, Foreign languages, Pilgrim tourism and Classical Oriental Literature along with researchers and academic staff conducting thorough researches in these spheres.

In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan of June 5, 2018 "On additional measures of improving the quality of education in higher education institutions and ensuring their active participation in the country's comprehensive reforms," the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan is enrolling citizens of foreign countries by interviews only.

The special commission for admission of foreign students at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan is conducting interviews with foreign applicants. Up to now, citizens from Russia, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan have been interviewed for their desired fields of study.

It is worth noting that the process of admission and recruitment of the foreign citizens to the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan is going on.

Directions of undergraduate education of the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan are as follows:

  • Islamic Studies (Quranic and Hadith studies, Aqedah and Sufism, Islamic Law, History of Islam and Studies of its source)
  • Philology and Languages Teaching (Classical Oriental Literature)
  • Religious studies
  • International relations
  • Economics (Islamic economy and finance)
  • Foreign languages(Arabic)
  • Tourism(Pilgrim tourism)
  • Psychology( religious socio- psychology)

 

The directions of Master's degree are:

  • Quranic studies
  • Hadith studies
  • Aqedah, Kalam, Theological doctrines
  • Islamic law
  • History of Islam and studies of its sources
  • Religious studies
  • History (Islamic Civilization)
  • Economics (Islamic Economy)
  • Classic Philology (Classic Oriental Literature and studies of its sources)
  • International relations and modern political processes
  • Tourism (Pilgrim Tourism Organization and Management)
  • Psychology( religious socio- psychology)
  • Banking in Islam

 

Directions in doctoral studies:

  • Quranic studies
  • Hadith studies
  • Fikh
  • Kalam
  • History of Islam and studies of its sources

Foreign students are enrolled by interviews. Everyone who wants to become a student of the Academy visit intdeptuz@gmail.com for more detailed information.

Internal Relations Office and International Students Office are always ready to help you!

Telephone/ Fax: +998 71 244 95 93 or +998 71 244 22 69

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UNESCO headquarters to host international presentation of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan

20.07.2026   44306   3 min.
UNESCO headquarters to host international presentation of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan

A series of working meetings dedicated to preparations for the international presentation of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan and the contribution of the region's great scholars and thinkers to the development of world civilization was held in Paris with the support of the Permanent Delegation of Uzbekistan to UNESCO, reports Dunyo IA.

The presentation is an initiative of the President of Uzbekistan aimed at introducing the international community to the country's rich scientific and cultural heritage, the activities of its specialized research institutions, and the religious and educational reforms being implemented nationwide.

During meetings with representatives of UNESCO, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), the Uzbek delegation presented the concept for an international conference and exhibition planned to be held at UNESCO Headquarters. The events are expected to bring together UNESCO Member States, international organizations, scholars, and experts.

Mariagrazia Squicciarini, Head of UNESCO's Executive Office, welcomed the initiative of the President of Uzbekistan, emphasizing its importance in strengthening dialogue among nations. She highly praised the country's efforts to study and promote the legacy of its outstanding scholars and thinkers, underscoring the unifying role of education, science, and culture, and reaffirmed the readiness of UNESCO's relevant departments to contribute to the preparation of the event.

Mehrdad Shabahang, Head of UNESCO's Silk Roads Programme, highlighted the historic role of Uzbekistan and Central Asia in the transmission of knowledge and the development of cultural ties between East and West. He also expressed the programme's readiness to provide relevant materials to support preparations for the conference and exhibition.

Salima Delibey, Representative of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to UNESCO, highly commended Uzbekistan's reforms in the field of religious enlightenment, as well as the work of the Center of Islamic Civilization and the country's international research centers. She confirmed the OIC's readiness to support the forthcoming events.

Soumia Jakta, Permanent Observer of ICESCO to UNESCO, stressed the significance of Uzbekistan's scientific and cultural heritage for the international community and reaffirmed the organization's willingness to participate in preparations for the conference and exhibition.

Following the meetings, representatives of UNESCO, the OIC, and ICESCO reaffirmed their support for Uzbekistan's initiative and expressed their readiness to assist in organizing the events at a high international level.

The international presentation is intended to showcase Uzbekistan's scientific and cultural heritage as an integral part of world civilization and to serve as a platform for strengthening dialogue among nations through education, science, and culture.