University of Tehran

University of Tehran
دانشگاه تهران
Type	Public
Established	1934
Location	Tehran, Iran
Campus	Urban

The University of Tehran (Template:Lang-fa), also known as UT, is a public research university located in Tehran, Iran. Established in 1934, it is the oldest modern university in Iran and is often referred to as "Iran's mother university". The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and is known for its research output and academic excellence.

History[edit | edit source]

The University of Tehran was founded in 1934 by the order of Reza Shah Pahlavi, the then ruler of Iran. The establishment of the university was part of a broader effort to modernize the country and improve its educational system. The university initially comprised several faculties, including the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Law, and Faculty of Letters.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The main campus of the University of Tehran is located in the central part of Tehran, near Enghelab Square. The campus is known for its beautiful architecture and green spaces. It houses several faculties, research centers, libraries, and administrative buildings.

Faculties and Departments[edit | edit source]

The University of Tehran is organized into several faculties and departments, each specializing in different fields of study. Some of the prominent faculties include:

Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Law and Political Science
Faculty of Literature and Humanities
Faculty of Fine Arts
Faculty of Social Sciences

Research and Innovation[edit | edit source]

The University of Tehran is renowned for its research activities and has numerous research centers and institutes. The university collaborates with various national and international organizations to promote research and innovation. Some of the notable research centers include:

Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics
Center for International Studies
Institute of Geophysics

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

The University of Tehran has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields. Some of the distinguished alumni include:

Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of Iran
Mohammad Khatami, former President of Iran
Shirin Ebadi, Nobel Peace Prize laureate

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