History
The foundation of the University was laid on November 11, 1980. The University started as an “Islamic University” with only 9 students in its LL.M degree Program and classes being held at the Campus of Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. The University was upgraded, restructured and reconstituted as an “International Islamic University” in March, 1985.
Education
Faculties at IIUI:
- Arabic
- Basic and Applied Science
- Engineering & Technology
- International Institute of Islamic Economics
- Usuluddin (Islamic Studies)
- Languages & Literature
- Management Sciences
- Shari'ah and Law
- Social Sciences
Research
With a holistic approach, ambitious faculty program and strategies, the International Islamic University has embarked upon a global fleet of development and research in Arabic, Basic Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Business Administration, Economics, Islamic Studies, Languages, Shariah & Law, and Social Sciences.
Short Courses
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
801 -200
2023
601
2022
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
1201
2023
1201
2022
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
1483
2022
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Housing services
IIUI maintains separate hostels for male and female students. However, availability of seat to newly admitted student is not guaranteed owing to availability of limited number of seats.
Library services
- IIUI maintains four well equipped Libraries with Internet facilities and access to international databases and digital libraries. The Central Library maintains all important texts and recommended books.
- Reading material is also made available by the Photostat Service Units, and there is a Book Bank on the main Campus of the university lending books to the students on semester basis.
ICT services
Students at the IIU campuses enjoy a computer friendly environment, apart from access to computer in the labs. Research centers and libraries also have proper computer facilities for students.
Medical services
- IIUI has well equipped separate Medical Centers for male and female students with a team of qualified doctors for free outdoor treatment of minor ailments. Serious cases are referred to Government Hospitals in Islamabad for hospitalization/treatment.
- IIU has set up a pathological laboratory to conduct various tests. The Medical Centers have three ambulances at their disposal for any emergency.
Campus life
- The New Campus of IIU is located in the heart of Islamabad, Sector H-10. All the teaching faculties, a Central Library, and a large number of students’ hostels are located here.
- The Old Campus is located around the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. Five institutes and academies, the Dr. Hamidullah Library, two auditoriums and the picturesque Guest House are located on this campus.
- University is providing separate and equal educational facilities to the female students. The Female Campus has air-conditioned class rooms, well-equipped laboratories and computer labs. It has two Academic Blocks, seven Hostel Blocks, a Day Care Centre, a spacious cafeteria, shopping stores and a gymnasium.
Sports facilities
- IIU encourages participation of students in co-curricular activities. It provides ample of facilities for indoor and outdoor games for boys as well girls. IIU students actively participate in Inter-University competitions.
- A modern Gymnasium has been built for female students at their campus. Coaching facilities have also been made available on both Campuses.
- Recreation trips are arranged by the faculties for male/female students especially on weekends or during vacations.