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International Islamic Universityin Türkiye

About the University

A non-profit virtual university, born of a scholarly initiative to put rigorous Islamic and academic education within reach of every student, wherever they are.

At a glance

Official name
International Islamic University in Türkiye · IIUT
Type
Non-profit virtual university, fully distance learning
Licensed by
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research — Republic of Mali
Creation decree
2018-002497/MEN-SG16 October 2018
Opening decree
1771-2020/MENESRS-SG13 May 2020
Programmes
Three faculties: Bachelor's · Master's · PhD, and an institute granting a diploma

Origin

The University was founded on the initiative of its president, Dr Mahmoud Al-Qalawi. It launched its full academic structure in 2025, having begun in 2024 as an academy specialising in the affairs of the Muslim family.

Its distinguished professors and doctors span a range of disciplines, so every student can choose the field that matches their interests and academic ambitions. Teaching is entirely remote, through interactive platforms, live lectures and regular assessment.

Vision, mission and goals

  • Vision

    To be a leading global beacon of distance education.

  • Mission

    Rigorous Islamic and academic education that joins tradition with the modern, open to every student wherever they are.

  • Goals

    To prepare qualified scholars, serve the family and society, and spread the Arabic language.

Our values

Tradition in what we teach, modern in how we teach it, and open to every student.

  • Authenticity

    Curricula drawn from a trusted scholarly heritage.

  • Modernity

    Modern teaching methods and interactive platforms.

  • Access

    Education without barriers of time or place.

  • Academic integrity

    Regular assessment and clear academic standards.

Our history

Creation decree

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Mali decrees the University's creation.

Opening decree

The same ministry decrees the University's opening.

The Academy

The journey begins as an academy specialising in the affairs of the Muslim family.

The University

The full academic structure launches: three faculties and an institute.

A word from the president

We wanted a university whose knowledge reaches students in their homes, without giving up any of its rigour.

Dr Mahmoud Al-Qalawi — President of the University

Academic leadership

  • Dr Mahmoud Al-Qalawi

    President of the University

  • Dr Vice-President Name

    Vice-President for Academic Affairs

  • Dr Dean Name

    Dean, Faculty of Usul al-Din

  • Dr Dean Name

    Dean, Faculty of Family Studies

Begin your academic journey today

Applications are open for all faculties and the institute.