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Sharif University of Technology (SUT)
Sharif University of Technology (SUT) is a recognised university in Iran. Below is what AlmiStudy
records about it — only verified fields are shown; anything not confirmed
is deliberately left out rather than guessed.
CityTehran
RegionAsia
TypePublic
SubjectsEngineering & Technology; Computer Science & IT; Natural Sciences; Mathematics & Statistics; Business & Management
AccreditationIran operates a DUAL-MINISTRY higher education system, distinctive in the region. (1) MINISTRY OF SCIENCE, RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY (MSRT, Vezarat-e Olum) — regulates regular universities, technology universities, humanities and arts. (2) MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND MEDICAL EDUCATION (MoHME) — regulates ALL medical sciences universities (a separate parallel system since 1985 Iranian reform). Plus: Islamic Azad University (IAU) — massive semi-private network of ~400+ branches across Iran (and globally); Payame Noor University distance-learning system (~700+ branches); Applied Science University system for vocational; Farhangian University for teacher training; Al-Mustafa International University and other religious institutions under separate Howzeh seminary oversight. Iran has ~2,640 HEIs total. Quality assurance via MSRT's Iranian National Commission for UNESCO + university accreditation councils. Notable Iranian HE traditions include very high female enrollment (~50%+ at undergraduate level — often majority STEM), and strong emphasis on STEM/medical research despite international sanctions limiting collaboration.
Founded 1966 (chartered as Aryamehr University of Technology by Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi; renamed Sharif University of Technology 1980 after Cultural Revolution, honouring Majid Sharif Vaqefi — student executed by SAVAK 1975; IRAN'S PREMIER engineering university). IRAN'S PREMIER ENGINEERING UNIVERSITY. Founded 1966 as ARYAMEHR UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY by Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi (modelled on MIT). Renamed SHARIF UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY 1980 after Cultural Revolution, honouring MAJID SHARIF VAQEFI — student activist executed by SAVAK (Shah's secret police) in 1975. ~12,000+ students at Tehran main + Kish Island international campus. 15 departments. EXTRAORDINARY ALUMNI in global tech industry — most Sharif graduates pursue MS/PhD abroad due to sanctions; many lead Silicon Valley + global engineering teams. Maryam Mirzakhani (2014 Fields Medal — first woman + first Iranian Fields laureate) was Sharif alumna. Highly selective Konkur entrance exam admission.
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