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Attention students eligible for the "Additional Exam": Please be advised that you must visit the Department Office to complete your mandatory registration. Registration will be open for two days only: Dates: February 15th & 16th, 2026 Note: Failure to register during this specific window will result in your inability to sit for the exam. Please ensure you arrive within official working hours.

  In a significant development for Kurdistan's engineering community, the Civil Engineering Department Head at Tishk International University (TIU) took a leading role as Chair of the Expert Panel in the latest Engineering Grade Promotion assessments held at the Engineers Syndicate Council Hall in Erbil on December 22, 2024. The initiative, which evaluates engineers seeking promotion from Licensed Engineer to Consultant level, represents a crucial step in maintaining high professional [...]

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Dr. Barham Haidar, Head of Civil Engineering Department at TIU invited as guest lecture by Bauhaus University of Weimar On August 22, 2024, Dr. Barham Haidar, Head of the Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU), participated as a guest lecturer at the Bauhaus Summer School, organized by the Chair of Advanced Structures at Bauhaus University of Weimar (BUW). His insightful lecture was an introduction to Progressive Collapse in Reinforced [...]

On August 15th 2024, a key progress meeting for the project titled “Towards Earthquake Mitigation in Iraq: EMS-98 Adopted Vulnerability Assessment of Existing Buildings” was held on August 16, 2024, at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. This project is a collaborative endeavour between Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, Tishk International University, and University of Sulaimanyah. It focuses on enhancing earthquake preparedness and mitigating risks in Iraq by assessing the vulnerability of existing buildings using the EMS-98 [...]

Civil Engineering Department Secures DAAD Grant for Earthquake Mitigation Project The Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) continues to excel in research and community service endeavors with its recent winning of a DAAD grant under the Ta’ziz Short-Term Measures Program. The project is titled “Towards Earthquake Mitigation in Iraq: EMS-98 Adopted Vulnerability Assessment of Existing Buildings” and it will be carried out in collaboration with [...]

Civil Engineering Department at TIU Strengthens International Collaboration for Earthquake Mitigation in Iraq On 31st of July, a meeting was held in the office of the Vice President at Tishk International University with Dr. Mehmed Ozdemir, Vice President and Head of Civil Engineering Department Dr. Barham Haidar in attendance where they discussed the project “Towards Earthquake Mitigation in Iraq: EMS-98 Adopted Vulnerability Assessment of Existing Buildings” under “Ta’ziz Partnership – [...]

Civil Engineering Alumni Gathering Iftar 2024 On April 7th, 2024, the annual iftar gathering for the 2023 alumni of the Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) was a memorable and uplifting event. The event was characterised by a sense of warmth and friendship as former students reunited with their past mentors. Alumni and lecturers conversed about their respective experiences since graduation, sitting side by side. The discussions [...]

Lunch Event for 1st Stage Students with Advisors and Lecturers The first-year students of the Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) were recently treated to a special lunch with their lecturers. This gathering provided an excellent opportunity for students to bond with their lecturers outside the classroom setting and foster a sense of community within the department. Amidst a delightful spread of delicious foods, students [...]

In a significant development aimed at elevating the quality and credibility of its laboratory services, the Civil Engineering Department, faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) hosted a week-long training course titled “Awareness and Implementation of ISO/IEC 17025:2017” from September 17th to 21st, 2023, The course, conducted at the Faculty of Engineering, marked the initial step in the department’s journey toward obtaining its accreditation from the Iraqi Accreditation Systems [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently hosted a Marshmallow Competition for second and third-grade students on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022. The competition provided an opportunity for students to use their creativity and problem-solving skills to construct structures out of marshmallows and spaghettis. The students worked in teams to design and build structures using only marshmallows and spaghettis. The structures were judged on a variety of criteria, including [...]

Food Fundraising Event The Dean of Students at Tishk International University (TIU)) held a food fundraising event on November 29th, 2023, in which it also showcased the university’s commitment to community service and student engagement through the introduction of the social community projects and clubs held at the university. The event was hosted by our student Revan Rzgar and featured a compelling speech by Dr. Mohammed Abdullghani, Dean of Students enriching the [...]

Tishk International University's Civil Engineering Department has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering a strong sense of community among its students. On April 12th, 2023, the department organized an iftar gathering with the fourth-grade students. Over 40 students and faculty members attended the event, which provided a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together and break their fast. The department arranged for a sumptuous iftar spread that included traditional [...]

Tishk International University's Civil Engineering Department recently hosted a special iftar dinner event for its first, second, and third-grade students on April 17th, 2023. The event was a great opportunity for students to come together and enjoy a delicious meal while socializing and networking with their department’s staff. The iftar dinner was held in the university's spacious garden, which was decorated with beautiful lights and colorful decorations to create a [...]

The Department of Civil Engineering at TIU participated in the 6th International Festival of Language, Culture and Science in March 8, 2023, organized by the Dean of Students, with a range of exciting scientific activities. The department showcased its commitment to promoting earthquake safety and structural health monitoring through innovative exhibits, including a shaking table simulation of seismic effects on structures and several structural models prepared by third-grade students.   [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently hosted a lunch event with first-grade students on Thursday, February 23rd, 2023. The event was an opportunity for the students to interact with their professors and learn more about the department and the field of civil engineering. The event was held on the university campus, and the first-grade students were joined by faculty members and staff from the Civil Engineering Department. [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at TIU recently organized a dinner gathering for its teaching staff at a renowned restaurant in Erbil. The event was graced by the presence of the esteemed keynote speaker of the IEC 2023, Dr. Raad Azzawi, who is a distinguished professor at Texas University. The gathering was primarily aimed at facilitating a meet-and-greet between the department's teaching staff and Dr. Azzawi, a well-known scholar in the [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently organized a hangout trip to Sulaymaniyah and Hawraman with a group of fourth-grade students on Friday, December 30th, 2022. The trip provided an opportunity for students to explore the natural beauty of the region and learn about the cultural heritage of the area. Once they arrived in Sulaymaniyah, the group visited several places and had the opportunity to try local foods [...]

Tishk International University's Civil Engineering department held an orientation program for first grade students on December 22nd, 2022. The orientation aimed to provide new students with an overview of the Civil Engineering program and its requirements, as well as to introduce them to the faculty and staff. The event started with a welcoming speech from Dr. Barham, followed by presentations from departmental lecturers, who provided an in-depth insight into the [...]

Tishk International University's Civil Engineering Department recently hosted a joyous reunion of its alumni on December 1, 2022. The event was held to bring together the department's former students for an evening of reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating their accomplishments. The reunion was attended by many of the department's esteemed alumni, who have gone on to have successful careers in various civil engineering fields. The evening began with a warm welcome [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently hosted a lunch event with second-grade students on Wednesday, December 7th, 2023. The event was a great opportunity for the students to interact with their professors and learn more about the department and the field of civil engineering. The lunch was held on the university campus, and the second-grade students were joined by faculty members and staff from the Civil Engineering [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently held an awards ceremony to honor its second-grade students for their academic achievements. The ceremony took place on Monday, December 5th, 2022, and recognized students who had demonstrated outstanding academic performance and dedication to their studies. The ceremony began with a welcome speech from the class’s supervisor, who congratulated the students on their achievements and emphasized the importance of hard work [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently held an awards ceremony to honor its third-grade students for their academic achievements. The ceremony took place on Monday, November 10th, 2022, and recognized students who had demonstrated outstanding academic performance and dedication to their studies. The ceremony began with a welcome speech from the class’s supervisor, who congratulated the students on their achievements and emphasized the importance of hard work [...]

The Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University recently hosted a special lunch event with its third-grade students on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022. The event was held on the university campus and provided an opportunity for students to socialize with their professors and classmates outside of the classroom setting. The event featured a variety of foods and refreshments, and the students and faculty members enjoyed the opportunity to chat and [...]

Tishk International University has launched a new initiative aimed at helping students in their lectures outside of regular class times. The initiative is designed to provide additional support to students who may need extra assistance with their coursework or have questions or concerns about the material covered in their classes. Under this new initiative, the university's department members are available to meet with students outside of regular lecture times, including [...]

The ACI Student Chapter of the Civil Engineering Department at Tishk International University held its first meeting of the year on Tuesday, October 25th. The meeting was attended by both new and returning members and focused on the chapter's plans for the upcoming academic year. During the meeting, the executive board members presented their proposed agenda, which included several exciting events and activities for the chapter, such as seminars and [...]

You may have heard claims stating, "In Islam, women are not loved, have no rights and are oppressed". When we look at the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we can see that these statements could not be further from the truth. Although he was sent during a time when women were widely believed to be inferior and not being given meaningful recognition, he led by example with his respectful treatment towards women. Although [...]