Organization:Persian Gulf University
Dāneŝgāhe khalije fārs (Persian) | |
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Former name | Bushehr University |
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| Type | Public University |
| Established | 1991 [1] |
| President | Dr. Mohammad Modarresi [2] |
Academic staff | More than 260 |
| Students | Over 8500 |
| Address | Persian Gulf Street, Bushehr 7516913817 IRAN , , [ ⚑ ] 28°54′34″N 50°49′16″E / 28.909479°N 50.8211211°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Athletics | 3 teams |
| Dark blue and Yellow |u}}rs | Dark blue and Yellow |
| Website | pgu |
Persian Gulf University (also known as PGU; دانشگاه خلیج فارس) is a public university located in the capital city of Bushehr, Bushehr province, Iran, originally established as Bushehr University in 1991. PGU is the first and the largest public university founded in the Bushehr province, Iran. Funding for research is partially provided by the Iranian government. Additionally, a number of business organizations have given Persian Gulf University support and funds for research in order to carry out the required initiatives and programs. PGU has collaborative agreements in place for research and teaching with several foreign universities.
History
Persian Gulf University (PGU) is located in the coastal city of Bushehr. It is a public university accredited by the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology. It began as a "Technical & Engineering College" with two majors in mechanical and civil engineering when Bushehr University was founded in 1991 and is considered prestigious in Iran's southern region.
PGU consists of eight faculties that offer undergraduate courses leading to bachelor's degrees (B.A. or B.Sc.) in 29 disciplines, postgraduate courses leading to master's degrees (M.A. or M.Sc.) in 54 subjects, and doctoral courses leading to PhD degrees in 12 subjects. The university accepts students who pass the national entrance examination administered annually by the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.
Faculties
- Faculty of Humanities
Library Sciences and Management, Arabic Language and Literature, English Language and Literature, Accounting, Industrial Management, Business Management, Economics, History, and Psychology
- Faculty of Arts and Architecture
Architecture
- Faculty of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering.
- Faculty of Nano and Biology Sciences and Technology
Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, fishery.
- Faculty of Agricultural Engineering
Horticulture, Plants Production
- Faculty of Petroleum, Gas and Chemical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering (Gas), Chemical Engineering (Petrochemical, Chemical Engineering (Hydrocarbons)
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology of Jam
Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering
- Faculty of Business and Economics School
Business Administration, Industrial Management, Economics Science, Accounting
- Faculty of Intelligent Systems Engineering and Data Science
Computer Engineering (Recently added: MSc in Artificial intelligence), Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics (Recently added: MSc in Data Science)
- Faculty of Marine Science and Technology
Intercontinental Transportation Management
- Persian Gulf Research Institute
University Facilities and Accommodations
The university has constructed new dormitories, including accommodations for graduate students and females, located near the campus.
To ensure the satisfaction of its students, the university advises prospective students to seek feedback from current students and university authorities regarding the facilities and accommodations. This input can assist individuals in making informed decisions.
In addition to its facilities, the university hosts the Science and Technology Park and the Morvarid (Pearl) Technology Complex, which serve as centers for research and development. These facilities offer students opportunities to engage in various projects. The APA Cyber Security Center is also present, providing comprehensive training in this field.
The university supports innovation and entrepreneurship through its startup accelerator program, offering resources and guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Various coffee shops within and outside the faculties, along with a spacious dining hall, provide students with spaces for relaxation and socialization. These factors contribute to the university's appeal for students seeking a conducive academic environment.
Gallery
College of Architecture
Architectural College
Main entrance of the university
Administration
- Dr. Mohammad Modarresi (Chancellor)
- Dr. Mahmoud Afshari (Vice-Chancellor for Education)
- Dr. Rouhollah Fatehi (Vice-Chancellor for Research and Technology)
- Dr. Abdolkarim Hosseinpour (Vice-Chancellor for Planning and Development)
- Dr. Sayed Esmaeil Mousavi (Vice-Chancellor for Financial and Administrative Affairs)
- Dr. Ali Dindarloo (Vice-Chancellor for Cultural and Student Affairs)
- Dr. Leila Rezaei (Director of Chancellor's Office and Public Relations)
References
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