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About the University

The University of Zawia is a Libyan state university established in 1988 by the former General People's Committee No. [135]. It is a member of many communities such as the Association of Arab Universities (AARU), the Association of African Universities (AAU) and the Federation of Universities of Islamic World. The University of Zawia has 29 faculties located in many cities (Zawia, Ejelat and Zuwara), these faculties are of different fields of specialization; Arts, Education, Law, Economics, Science, Veterinary, Agriculture, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, Medical Technology, and Information Technology. The university administration and its faculties are located 6 km south of Zawia city in an area of about 100 square hectares. The complex buildings are modern and aesthetically designed from inside and outside. The total teaching staff is about 2400, and the number of administrative staff and technicians is about 2700.

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Students

677

Members

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Employed

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University vision

Achieving excellence and leadership in the field of education, scientific research, and community servic

University mission

To provide outstanding educational and research services in serving the community through qualified staff members, scientific programs, a motivational environment, effective partnerships with local and international institutions, and meeting the needs of labour market and quality standards and accreditation.

University goals

  1. providing educational programs in various fields according to local and international quality standards.
  2. Elevating the level of scientific research.
  3. Enhancing the university's role in community service.
  4. Providing an appropriate environment and improving the level of services.
  5. Implementing ongoing policies and programs for the qualification and development of the university's human resources.
  6. Aligning university outputs with labour market requirements.
  7. Supporting and activating cooperation between the university and local, regional, and international institutions.

University President's Speech

Praise be to God, Lord of the Worlds, and may peace and blessings be upon the noblest of prophets and messengers, our master Muhammad, and upon his family and companions.
I sincerely thank all visitors to the University of Zawia's website and hope it offers you detailed and vast information about our esteemed institution.
Our university is committed to continuously supporting both our current students and alumni, inspiring them to embrace change and strive for excellence within their communities. We aim to instil in them the highest standards of quality, empowering them to become leaders who contribute to providing better services for our nation and society. I would like to take a moment to commend those involved in our graduate studies program. They are making significant strides toward achieving the excellence we aspire to, moving forward with determination despite the challenges our university faces. Their dedication and hard work will be etched in the history of our institution. I also wish to express my pride in our university staff for their commitment to performing their duties with diligence and dedication. Nor I forget the noble mission carried out by our esteemed faculty members. I extend to them my highest regards and heartfelt appreciation. Together, we aspire to elevate our university to be among the leading institutions, both nationally and internationally.
Thank you, peace be upon you and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.
President of the University
Prof. Dr. Essam Al-Badri Abu Khader
president@zu.edu.ly

University Operational Plan (2022-2023)

Within the framework of providing advanced educational services, raising the level of scientific research and investment, and effectively contributing to the development of society, and based on the vision and mission of the university to draw a roadmap for the future, the university has started the strategic plan project (2019-2023 AD), where several strategic goals were set, and from each strategic goal a set of operational goals to achieve it emerges. Accordingly, an operational plan for the university (2022-2023 AD) was prepared so that it includes all the activities that achieve the operational goals, the time period for each activity, and the indicators necessary to measure the activities, as well as the entities affiliated with the university and entrusted with implementing each activity.

University Strategic Plan

Zawiya University aspires to become a leading scientific beacon that contributes to sustainable development in the western region in particular, and throughout the country in general. The university works to raise its level regionally and internationally by focusing on academic reputation, distinguished scientific research, the university's openness to its surroundings, and local and international partnerships. Its mission revolves around three main elements: providing advanced educational services, raising the level of scientific research and investing in it, and contributing effectively to community development.
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