Persian Gulf University (also known as PGU; ) is a public university located in Bushehr, Iran. PGU is the first and largest public university in Bushehr province. The Iranian government partially finances research efforts, and various business organizations support PGU's initiatives. PGU has established partnerships with international universities for research and educational collaboration. The university accepts students through the national entrance examination conducted by the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.
History Persian Gulf University was founded as a "Technical & Engineering College" with two majors in mechanical and civil engineering. It became Bushehr University in 1991. PGU is accredited by the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology.
Degrees PGU offers undergraduate courses leading to B.A. or B.Sc. degrees in 29 disciplines, postgraduate courses leading to M.A. or M.Sc. degrees in 54 subjects, and doctoral programs leading to PhD degrees in 12 disciplines.
Faculties The university includes eight faculties that offer a wide range of programs, including engineering, humanities, arts, architecture, business, and more.
Humanities Library Sciences and Management Arabic Language and Literature English Language and Literature Accounting Industrial Management Business Management Economics History Psychology
Arts and Architecture Architecture
Engineering Mechanical Engineering Marine Engineering Civil Engineering
Nano and Biology Sciences and Technology Biotechnology Physics Chemistry Biology Fishery
Agricultural Engineering Horticulture Plants Production
Petroleum, Gas and Chemical Engineering Petroleum Engineering Chemical Engineering (Gas) Chemical Engineering (Petrochemical) Chemical Engineering (Hydrocarbons)
Engineering and Technology of Jam Computer Engineering Industrial Engineering
Faculty of Business and Economics School Business Administration Industrial Management Economics Science Accounting
Intelligent Systems Engineering and Data Science Computer Engineering (Recently added: MSc in Artificial Intelligence) Electrical Engineering Mathematics Statistics (Recently added: MSc in Data Science)
Marine Science and Technology Intercontinental Transportation Management
Persian Gulf Research Institute
Infrastructure
The university provides a range of student-focused facilities:
Dormitories The university has dormitories for both graduate and female students.
Research and Development Centers The university hosts key research hubs: Science and Technology Park Morvarid (Pearl) Technology Complex
APA Cyber Security Center offers comprehensive training in cybersecurity.
Student Support Programs Several student support programs are available.
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Administration
Dr. Reza Najafi (Chancellor) Dr. Reza Najafi (Vice-Chancellor for Education) Dr. Reza Najafi (Vice-Chancellor for Research and Technology) Dr. Reza Najafi (Vice-Chancellor for Planning and Development) Dr. Reza Najafi (Vice-Chancellor for Financial and Administrative Affairs) Dr. Reza Najafi (Vice-Chancellor for Cultural and Student Affairs)
References
External links Official website Collaboration