About the College of Education
A leading centre for teacher education and academic research, dedicated to preparing qualified educators who shape the future of Iraqi society.
A College Built for the Future of Education
The College of Education at Al-Farabi University was established in 2023 with a clear purpose: to prepare a new generation of highly qualified, research-minded educators for Iraq's schools, universities, and cultural institutions.
Our programmes combine rigorous academic content with practical teaching methodology, ensuring graduates are equipped not just with subject knowledge but with the pedagogical skills to communicate it effectively to the next generation.
The College serves five academic departments — English Language, Arabic Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology — each offering a four-year bachelor's degree leading to qualification as a secondary school teacher or academic researcher.
Vision & Mission
Vision
The College of Education aspires to be a distinguished academic institution at the regional and international levels, providing its students with specialised, high-quality academic education that qualifies them to serve in educational and research institutions, and contributes to the development of society through knowledge and values.
Mission
The College of Education is committed to preparing highly qualified academic and educational cadres by raising the intellectual, cultural, and educational levels of its students, and developing their research capabilities to serve the broader goals of Iraqi society and educational institutions.
Through rigorous academic programmes, community engagement, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement, we build graduates who are ready to lead in classrooms, research labs, and educational policy.
A Word from Our Leadership
The College of Education holds a special place within Al-Farabi University. Education is not merely a profession — it is the foundation upon which every other profession is built. Our mission is to ensure that every graduate of this college leaves not only with expertise in their subject, but with the values, dedication, and teaching skills that define an exceptional educator.
We are proud of the research being conducted by our faculty, the achievements of our students, and the strong community we have built since our founding in 2023. I invite you to explore our programmes and join a college that is genuinely committed to the future of Iraqi education.
Al-Farabi University
College History & Milestones
College Founded
The College of Education was established as part of Al-Farabi University, with an inaugural cohort across five departments: English Language, Arabic Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
First Research Publications
Faculty members produced the college's first peer-reviewed research publications, including studies in ecocriticism, Arabic literary theory, and applied linguistics — establishing the college's research identity.
Expanding Research Output
Research output grew significantly across all language departments, with publications in international journals covering pragmatics, drama studies, and computational linguistics.
Continued Growth
The college continues to grow its academic programmes, strengthen community partnerships, and build its research profile toward recognition as a leading education college in Iraq.
Our Departments
English Language Education
Develops fluency, literary understanding, and teaching skills in English — preparing educators and translators for Iraq's schools and institutions.
Arabic Language
Deepens mastery of Arabic grammar, rhetoric, and literature — preparing teachers who carry forward the tradition of Arabic scholarship.
Chemistry
Covers the full spectrum of chemical sciences from organic to industrial chemistry, preparing research-capable educators for Iraq's science classrooms.
Mathematics
Builds analytical rigour and problem-solving depth across pure and applied mathematics, creating educators who inspire the next generation of mathematicians.
Biology
Explores the living world from cellular biology to ecology, preparing teachers and researchers equipped to tackle environmental and health challenges.