Dean’s Message
Welcome to the SUE- College of Fine Arts website!
The College of Fine and Arts is honored to welcome you to its official website. This digital platform serves as a vital gateway to essential information about our college, including details about its leadership, academic departments, creative programs, events, and the innovative teaching and artistic practices we offer to our students and the broader community.
We are committed to fostering a vibrant artistic and academic environment that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and cultural expression. We encourage all students to regularly visit this website to stay informed about the latest developments, opportunities, and academic updates.
Our college continuously strives for growth and excellence by reviewing and enhancing its programs in accordance with the insights and recommendations of esteemed members of the College Council and leading professionals in the arts.
On behalf of the College of Fine and Arts, I extend my sincere congratulations to all newly admitted students. We are delighted to welcome you into our artistic and academic family, and we look forward to supporting your journey as you cultivate your talents and pursue success in the fields of art, design, and culture.
Sincerely,
Prof. Dr. sardar Qadir Mohideen
Mission and Vision
Our vision
Our vision is to become a distinguished academic and creative institution in the field of fine arts, known for excellence in education, artistic innovation, and cultural influence. We aim to cultivate a progressive learning environment that inspires creativity, critical engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. By embracing international standards in arts education and integrating contemporary practices with cultural heritage, we seek to prepare visionary artists and professionals who contribute meaningfully to cultural advancement and creative industries both locally and globally.
Our Mission
The College of Fine and Arts at Salahaddin University-Erbil is dedicated to delivering high-quality education and training in the visual and performing arts. Our mission is to empower students with artistic knowledge, technical skills, and a deep understanding of the cultural and social roles of art. Through a blend of academic rigor, studio practice, and community engagement, we strive to foster creative expression, support research in the arts, and promote cultural enrichment across the Kurdistan Region and beyond.
Our History
The College of Fine Arts was established in the academic year 2003–2004 at Salahaddin University-Erbil to meet the growing need for academic art education in the Kurdistan Region. At the outset in 2004, it included three departments: Sculpture, Music, and Cinema. In 2005, the Theater Department was added. The Sculpture Department includes four divisions: Design, Painting, Sculpture, and Ceramics. The Music Department consists of one general division with no subdivisions. Although Cinema and Theater were initially separate departments, they have since merged into a single Department of Cinema and Theater, which comprises two divisions: Cinema and Theater. For over two decades, the college has played a vital role in promoting artistic education, cultural awareness, and creative expression across the region.
Announcements
News and Activities
The Dean of the College of Fine Arts Honors the Supervisor and Students of the Humanitarian Activity at the Orphanage
The Dean of the College of Fine Arts Honors the Supervisor and Students of the Humanitarian Activity at the Orphanage
A Scientific Seminar Discusses the Dimensions of “Aesthetic Experience” in the Philosophy of John Dewey
A Scientific Seminar Highlights the Relationship Between Psychology and the Dimensions of Art and History
Events
Shyaw Basic Non-Governmental School Visits College of Fine Arts
The Principal, Teachers, and Students of Qaladze Secondary School Visit the College of Fine Arts at Salahaddin University
A Music and Song Concert Held at the College of Fine Arts
Workshop on the Campaign to Combat Violence in University Educational Institutions
Faculty and Students of the Interior Design Branch Visit the Erbil International Fair
Faculty and Students of the Ceramics Branch in the Department of Plastic Arts Visit Erbil Citadel and the Cultural House of Cihan University
Dean of the College of Fine Arts Presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Artist Jason Clegg and Student Alaa Nawzad
Defense of the Master’s Thesis of Student Goran Luqman Kakerash Held
The Department of Cinema and Theatre at the College of Fine Arts Produces the Short Film “Kazi”
A scientific seminar titled “Artistic Individuality and Its Role in Shaping the Creative Identity of Artists and Artistic Works” was presented in Erbil on Tuesday, February 3,
A Scientific Seminar on “National Iconography Between Existence and Non-Existence” Was Presented
“Eastern Modes from the Perspective of Improvisational Forms” Discussed at a Scientific Seminar
Teaching Methods and the Fundamentals of Playing the Oud Instrument Presented at a Scientific Seminar
An artistic activity was held at the College of Fine Arts in support of the Kurds of Rojava
The Department of Cinema and Theatre at the College of Fine Arts Produces “The Felt Walls”
Four New Scientific Books in Music Donated to the College of Fine Arts
A Scientific Seminar on the Impact of Songs and National Anthems During Wartime
Techniques of Contemporary Harmonic Language Discussed in a Scientific Seminar
Methods of Teaching Solfège Discussed in a Scientific Seminar
