Azzaytuna University - Libya

Est. 1986

Welcome to Al Zaytuna University - Libya!

Discover excellence in education and limitless opportunities for growth.

Al Zaytuna University is one of the government universities in Libya. It was established in 1986 by Decree No. 46. It was formerly known as Nasser International University and later changed its name to Al Zaytuna University. The university's colleges are located within the geographical boundaries of Tarhuna municipality, as well as the Al-Awata and Sidi Al-Sayeh areas. The university awards bachelor's degrees in various scientific disciplines, as well as master's and doctoral degrees in some specialties.

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About the University

Why Choose Azzaytuna?

Since 1986, shaping generations through quality academics, modern research, and a vibrant campus life across Tarhunah municipality.

19 Faculties

Comprehensive academic programmes across science, arts, medicine, engineering, and more.

8,496 Students

National and international students learning together in a diverse academic environment.

Research & Journals

5 scientific journals and 20 libraries fuelling innovation and academic research.

Modern Campus

Facilities spread across Tarhunah, Al-Awata and Sidi Al-Sayeh with lecture halls and labs.

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Shaping the Future of Libya

Where tradition meets innovation — building leaders since 1986.

Admissions

Your path to Azzaytuna

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Discover what fits your goals

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Bookmark the admissions portal and revisit before the deadline to confirm all attachments are complete.

Start with our faculties and degree maps: bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral tracks across medicine, engineering, arts, law, and more. Compare prerequisites, language of instruction, and campus locations in Tarhunah, Al-Awata, and Sidi Al-Sayeh.

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Research & innovation

Advancing knowledge for Libya and beyond

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Research centres

Interdisciplinary labs and community-linked projects across Tarhunah region.

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Scientific journals

Peer-reviewed publishing for faculty and graduate scholars.

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Grants & partnerships

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Library & digital archives

24/7 digital resources plus on-site collections across campuses.

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Student experience

Life beyond the lecture hall

  • Student unions & faculty clubs
  • Annual arts and science fairs
  • Volunteering across municipalities

Voices from our community

What our graduates say

The faculty pushed me to think critically while staying connected to our community’s needs. Azzaytuna gave me both roots and wings.

Dr. Sara M.

Medicine, Class of 2019

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Our Journey

University Timeline

Four decades of academic leadership, growth, and transformation.

1986

Founded

Established as Nasser International University pursuant to Decree No. 46.

Renamed

Rebranded to Azzaytuna University, reflecting its regional identity.

Expansion

Grew to 19 faculties across Tarhunah, Al-Awata and Sidi Al-Sayeh.

Today

1,145 academic staff offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programmes.

Academic Departments

Explore Our Campus

Take a virtual tour across our facilities in Tarhunah, Al-Awata, and Sidi Al-Sayeh — lecture halls, libraries, and research centres.

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Find Us

Visit Our Campus

Located in the heart of Tarhunah Municipality, Azzaytuna University is easily accessible on Al-Salam Street, with modern facilities for academic excellence and student life.

Address

ترهونة - ليبيا، شارع السلام

Email

info@azu.edu.ly

Phone

0537621379