Honored for Contributions to Academic Excellence

The Physiotherapy Department of Tishk International University proudly participated in the Ranking Achievement Celebration Ceremony held on November 3, 2025, at the New Dentistry Building, marking a historic milestone in the university’s global and regional academic performance.

The celebration reflected TIU’s outstanding achievements in:

Ranking System Achievement
QS World University Rankings 2026 First-ever inclusion
QS Arab University Rankings Top regional positions
Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings Strong global standings

These results reaffirmed TIU’s position as a leading institution in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and the Arab world.


Event Attendance

The event was attended by:

  • Representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (KRG)

  • University leadership and faculty members

  • Media representatives


Physiotherapy Department Representation

The Physiotherapy Department was honored to be part of this proud occasion, represented by:

Representative Role
Head of Department Dr. Surajo K. Sulaiman
Academic staff Physiotherapy faculty members
Deanery members Faculty of Applied Sciences leadership

The participation of the department highlighted its continued contribution to the university’s:

  • Academic excellence

  • Quality education

  • Institutional development


Appreciation Certificates Awarded

During the ceremony, Appreciation Certificates were presented in recognition of leadership and departmental contributions to TIU’s success:

Recipient Role Recognition
Prof. Dr. Faiq Hussain Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences Academic leadership
Dr. Surajo K. Sulaiman Head of the Physiotherapy Department Role and contributions as Head of Department

Department Pride and Commitment

This memorable and inspiring day stands as a moment of pride for the Physiotherapy Department, reaffirming its commitment to:

  • Academic excellence in physiotherapy education

  • Professional growth of students and faculty

  • Active participation in advancing the mission and vision of Tishk International University

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