Founded in 1912, Omdurman Islamic University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Khartoum (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Sudan, Omdurman Islamic University (OIU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Sudanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Omdurman Islamic University (OIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 108 years old Sudanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. OIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
