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Tishk International University has received a great opportunity from the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia’s Premier University in Engineering & Technology, for a student exchange program, to study spring semester of the academic year 2025-2026. Application is open to all 2nd or 3rd grade students of the Computer Engineering Department for the next academic year of 2025/26. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. It is located both in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia and Johor Bahru, the southern city in Iskandar Malaysia, which is a vibrant economic corridor in the south [...]

On May 26th, 2025, a group of second-grade students from the Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) embarked on an exciting field trip to Korek Telecom, a prominent telecommunications company based in Erbil. The students were filled with anticipation and curiosity as they entered the world of communication technology. Under the careful supervision of Mr. Mahmood Yashar and Mr. Garmyan Fuad, the trip promised to be an educational and eye-opening experience for the young learners. Upon arrival at Korek Telecom, the students were greeted by friendly staff members who eagerly welcomed them. The company’s modern and vibrant [...]

Department of Computer Engineering, hosted a national workshop on May 7, 2025, titled “DAAD Funding Opportunities – Individual and Project Funding.” The event aimed to enhance awareness among TIU students, academic staff, and alumni about the diverse scholarships and collaborative project grants offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). The workshop followed the regional Ta’ziz Networking Event held on May 6, further reinforcing TIU's engagement with German academic cooperation. The workshop featured two distinguished DAAD representatives: Ms. Jwan Khalis, Program Coordinator at the DAAD Information Center in Erbil. They provided a detailed overview of DAAD’s key funding programs, including Ta’ziz [...]

Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) proudly announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SpaceNet Company for Information Technology on 30.04.2025 at TIU campus, marking a significant step toward enhancing student exposure to real-world technology skills and career readiness. The MoU was officially signed today at TIU in the presence of Dr. Safwan Mawlood, Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Mr. Aryan Hamid Ismael, CEO and Founder of SpaceNet; Mr. Mousa M. Amin, Head of the Computer Engineering Department; and Mr. Dylan, a representative from SpaceNet Company. This collaborative initiative sets the stage for a series [...]

Tishk International University (TIU) organized a meaningful charity event on April 23, 2025, dedicated to the cancer patients of Nanakali Hospital. The event was part of the university’s ongoing community service projects and was held by Computer Engineering department in collaboration with the Dean of Students (DoS) and Nanakali Hospital. It brought together faculty members, students, and hospital staff in a shared mission of compassion and care. The initiative was spearheaded by Ms. Ghada Alsakkal, Ms. Marwa Awni, Mr. Garmyan Fuad, and Ms. Shayda Khalid, along with enthusiastic volunteer students from the Computer Engineering Department. Their dedication and teamwork ensured a [...]

The Computer Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU) proudly announces that Zaman Dhulfaqar, a senior student, has won first place in the "CodeX - Coding Competition" held at Knowledge University on February 22, 2025. The prestigious competition brought together around 35 talented students from various universities across the Kurdistan Region. The event, hosted in the Library Hall of Knowledge University, was attended by esteemed guests, including the Dean of the College and the Head of the Computer Science Department. Sponsored by industry leaders such as Xiaomi, 21 Podcast, and Xcreative, the competition provided a platform for students to showcase [...]

Tishk International University recently witnessed a momentous presentation during the University Council meeting, chaired by the esteemed President of TIU Professor Sultan T. Abu-Orabi. Assist. Prof. Dr. Abubakar M. Ashir presented an innovative project proposal, titled, Project AIRON (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Ontology), which aims to position the university as a leading research institution in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. The presentation detailed the ambitious objectives of Project AIRON, including the development of a humanoid AI robot and integrating advanced AI capabilities tailored to empower Kurdish-speaking communities. This groundbreaking project is structured across three core units: AIRON Lab, AIRON Hub, [...]

The Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) has organized an orientation program for their newly enrolled first-grade students for academic year 2024/25 on December 8, 2024. The program started with a short yet informative welcoming speech by the Head of Department, Mr. Mousa M Amin, who gave an overview of the department’s history, mission and vision, facilities as well as the social and scientific activities that are regularly held during each academic year along. The international accreditation which was awarded to the department was also highlighted. In addition to the importance of pursuing a degree in computer [...]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of academic research writing, offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges. Researchers have traditionally faced hurdles such as time constraints, language refinement, and managing citations, all of which hinder productivity and creativity. AI tools like Grammarly, QuillBot, and Semantic Scholar are stepping in to streamline these processes, enabling researchers to focus on critical thinking and innovative problem-solving rather than tedious tasks. These tools not only enhance linguistic accuracy but also provide structured workflows for literature reviews and research layouts. On November 27, 2024, a thought-provoking event on the role of AI in academic writing [...]