About the college
Degree Certification
The College offers a B.A according to specialization for undergraduate study and an MA for graduate study in the fields of history, geography, theater (drama) and sociology .It is also awards Ph.D. Degrees in Modern History, Medieval History, Geography and Theater (Drama).
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The University of Duhok is committed to the task of building a new Kurdish Society. Hence, interest is focused on preserving Kurdish national awareness by encouraging the use of the Kurdish language, preservation of Kurdish art, and acknowledgment of the history of the Kurdish people. To this end, the founding of the College of Arts in 1994 was essential to successfully accomplish this undertaking.
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Mission
The college is committed to providing quality education that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application to meet the needs of society and the labor market. It strives to develop competent graduates capable of delivering scientific and professional services through the skills and experience gained during their studies. The college supports its faculty in achieving excellence in teaching, research, and publication, while encouraging their active involvement in community service through consultation, training, and advisory roles. It aims to strengthen cooperation with other academic institutions, the private sector, and governmental organizations by offering continuous education programs and collaborative research opportunities. Through building strong cultural and scientific relationships, the college seeks to promote knowledge exchange, support higher education development, and contribute effectively to the progress of society at both regional and international levels.
Vision
To become one of the region’s most reputable and trustworthy educational institutions, recognized for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. The college aspires to contribute significantly to the advancement of higher education by offering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programs that respond to the needs of the labor market in the Kurdistan Region and beyond. It seeks to prepare graduates who possess strong academic knowledge and practical skills, enabling them to actively contribute to societal development. The college envisions continuous growth through the expansion of academic programs both vertically and horizontally, while fostering innovation, scientific research, and lifelong learning. It also aims to build a distinguished academic environment supported by highly qualified faculty dedicated to knowledge creation, publication, and meaningful collaboration with local and international institutions.
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College of Humanities: A Hub for Intellectual Leaders
The College of Humanities at the University of Duhok is a vibrant center for academic discourse and intellectual growth. Through its high-level seminars and scientific debates, the college fosters a deep culture of awareness, shaping the next generation of intellectual leaders equipped to inspire and lead society.
Departments
Peace and Human Rights Studies
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Sociology
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Psychology Sciences
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Geography
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Department of Archaeology
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History
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Welcome to the College of Humanities at the University of Duhok. I am honored and privileged to lead an academic community committed to turning knowledge into benefit for our society. We believe that the humanities are not just a field of study, but a calling to improve the world as a more sustainable, humanitarian, and fairer place. The College offers undergraduate (Bachelor's) and postgraduate (Master's and PhD) programs in multidisciplinary fields of humanities, namely: History, Geography, Sociology, Psychology, Peace and Human Rights Studies, and our distinguished department of Archaeology. With great pleasure, I am pleased to say that our college is continuously enhancing its academic standards and fostering outstanding collaborations with academic centers to ensure a bright future for our students and our society.
