Historical Kurdish University in Dresden: Opening 2026 planned!

Historical Kurdish University in Dresden: Opening 2026 planned!

Dresden, Deutschland - in Dresden is happening: a new university that is entirely dedicated to the Kurdish language, history and culture is founded in the Saxon state capital. Under the name International Kurdology University of Saxony (IKHS), teaching is expected to start in 2026. This not only introduces this educational project to a new era for Kurdish university education in Europe, but also gives the numerous students a platform to deepen their roots and identity. So reports dtj online about the progress of this interesting initiative.

The university, which is unique in its nature and orientation, will use both Kurdish and German and English as teaching languages. The offer will include various disciplines, including literature, sociology and even technology. A concept that is well received: The prospect of an international study with a multifaceted perspective on Kurdish culture is already attracting academic staff. According to Ann German have already reported numerous applicants for apprenticeships, since the rector post is taken over by Prof. Christoph Scholz.

The vision behind the university

The idea of ​​a Kurdish university in Germany was created a few years ago and was significantly inspired by the Rojava revolution. The foundation of a "Kurdological Institute" was originally planned, but the concept has developed to establish an independent university. The goal is clear: to create an institution that corresponds to the German university and offers multilingual training. In the long term, the development of a common Kurdish science language between the dialects Kurmancî and Soranî

The project is supported by a large number of academics, diplomats and politicians from both Kurdish and the German Community. This is intended to promote cultural and academic cooperation between the two companies. This initiative is seen as a cultural and academic milestone for the Kurdish community in Europe, as is the Institute for Kurdish Studies confirmed with most of its programs.

The way to the opening

The path to the opening of the IKHS has already been paved: a board of trustees was launched and the administrative organs have reached the final stage. Currently work is being worked on on the budget and curriculum. A donation campaign should start in the coming months to secure the necessary support.

A meeting with academic management is also planned for September in order to clarify further details and to determine the necessary steps. The university will be able to complete its preparations by the end of 2026 and take up the first students. Information about the developments is provided by the official website "ikhs.de"; Speculations and rumors in social networks should be ignored in good time.

The interested parties can therefore look forward to the innovations that this university will bring for the Kurdish community. Whether in science, culture or on the social framework - there is something big in Dresden.