Iran University of Science & Technology
Iran University of Science and Technology was originally founded in 1929 as the first Iranian institution to train engineers. IUST was initially named the State Technical Institute. The institute continued to educate engineering students in different fields, who were well employed after graduation by industries and companies mostly involved in industrialization and development processes in the country. Due to its growth, the title of the institute was once again changed in 1972 to Iran Faculty of Science and Technology. With further development by its faculty, the institute expanded its programs by offering new fields in engineering. Eventually in 1978, the institution was promoted the status of a technical university, approved by the Ministry of Culture and Higher Education. Ever since, the institute earned its name ‘Iran University of Science and Technology’ (IUST). IUST has now granted degrees to over 32,000 students. The main branch as well as its branches in the cities of Noor and Behshahr benefit from more than 370 faculty members (56 professors, 113 student-professors, 171 assistant-professors), five vice-chancellors, fourteen schools and departments, fourteen research centers, and three research centers. IUST`s main campus located northeast of Tehran extends to 42 acres, and encompasses numerous degree programs, laboratories, a central library, residential hall.
The mission of Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST) is to advance knowledge and educate students in science and technology through three mutually reinforcing principals: top-notch quality education, advanced research, and thoroughly-permeated service to society. IUST is a leading research university committed to producing and distributing the very best scholarly contributions to the community. Its campus-wide leadership and high-standard training nurture the spirit of an intellectual stimulation, helping students discover their aspirations and potentials. We seek to develop in each member of the IUST community the necessary assets to thrive in the engineering fields, and the ability to work creatively and effectively in the increasingly competitive global society. Programs offered at IUST have attained professional recognition not only for their tight working links with industry, but also for their emphasis on the importance of creating a solid foundation in their carefully designed curriculum, which are collaborative, flexible, and attentive to the needs and requirements of an Islamic society. The IUST distinctive faculty strengthens a close academic bond with undergraduate and graduate students. Students are given many opportunities to work closely with IUST`s faculty. IUST schools and departments work hand in hand to foster an intense interdisciplinary approach, well suited to confront the many challenges of the world, making IUST a leader in the science and engineering fields.
Foundation year:1929
Short name:IUST
Type:Public
Students:14210
Faculty:420
Faculty/Students Ratio:34:1
Region:Asia
Location:Tehran
