University Overview
Established in 1992, the International University of Africa is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Khartoum (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Sudan, International University of Africa (IUA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Sudanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. International University of Africa (IUA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 31-year-old Sudanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Sudanese higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Memberships and Affiliations
Buydegreeonline publishes the following list of the most important International University of Africa's memberships and affiliations; however, the list might be not complete or up-to-date. Please contact or refer to the International University of Africa's website for a comprehensive list.
- International Association of Universities (IAU)
- Association of Arab Universities (AArU)
- Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
- Association of African Universities (AAU)
- Association of Sudanese Universities (ASU)
Pre-Bachelor degrees
It includes undergraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to tertiary certificates, diplomas, and foundation or associate degrees that are below the bachelor's degree level.
2) usually take less than 2 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as short-cycle tertiary education (ISCED Level 5) programs that are typically practically based, vocational or occupationally specific and prepare for labor market entry. These programs may also provide a pathway to other tertiary programs such as bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor's degrees
It includes undergraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to bachelor's degrees.
2) usually take between 3 to 5 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as bachelor's or equivalent (ISCED Level 6) programs that are designed to provide intermediate academic and/or professional knowledge, skills and competencies leading to a first tertiary degree or equivalent qualification.
Master's degrees
It includes postgraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to master's degrees.
2) usually take between 1 to 3 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as master's or equivalent (ISCED Level 7) programs that are designed to provide advanced academic and/or professional knowledge, skills and competencies leading to a second tertiary degree or equivalent qualification.
Doctoral's degrees
It includes postgraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to doctorate degrees.
2) usually take 4 or more years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as doctorate or equivalent (ISCED Level 8) programs that are designed primarily to lead to an advanced research qualification, usually concluding with the submission and defense of a substantive dissertation of publishable quality based on original research.
Arts & Humanities
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Applied Arts
- Classics
- Design
- Education
- Fine Arts
- History
- Literature
- Museum Studies
- Performing Arts
- Philosophy
- Religion and Theology
- Visual Arts
- Other Arts & Humanities Studies