University of Religions and Denominations (URD)

University of Religions and Denominations (URD) 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.

CityQom

RegionAsia

TypePrivate

SubjectsTheology & Religious Studies; Languages & Linguistics; Education; Social Sciences; Arts & Humanities; Law; International Relations

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.

Official websitehttps://en.urd.ac.ir

Accreditation registryhttps://www.msrt.ir

Founded 1995 (distinctive comparative religion + interfaith dialogue university; "Daneshgah-e Adyan o Mazaheb"). DISTINCTIVE COMPARATIVE RELIGION AND INTERFAITH DIALOGUE UNIVERSITY. Founded 1995 in Qom — unusual location for non-Shia-exclusive institution. 'Daneshgah-e Adyan o Mazaheb' = 'University of Religions and Denominations' in Persian. ~2,000+ students. Programmes in Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, multiple Islamic schools (Sunni + Shia + Sufism). Distinctive Shia-led interfaith academic institution.

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