Helwan University is located in the heart of the industrial area in Helwan City, home to major civil and military industrial centers. Established in 1975, the university spans an area of approximately 350 acres. Helwan University is considered one of the best Egyptian universities, hosting a diverse range of faculties that are among the most distinguished in Egypt and the Middle East. The university aims to be a leading institution in technology, sciences, research, and arts, offering outstanding academic programs following local and international education standards.
Helwan University in Numbers
- Founded in 1975
- Campus area of 350 acres
- 22 faculties
- A National Institute for Intellectual Property
- A College of Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Research
- 198,000 undergraduate students
- 1610 international undergraduate students
- Two university hospitals
Faculties of Helwan University
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Engineering in Helwan
- Faculty of Engineering in Mataria
- Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence
- Faculty of Technology and Education
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Faculty of Applied Arts
- Faculty of Physical Education for Girls
- Faculty of Physical Education for Boys
- Faculty of Social Service
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Home Economics
- Faculty of Art Education
- Faculty of Music Education
- Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Tourism and Hotels
- Faculty of Nutrition Sciences
Why Helwan University?
- It is one of the strongest Egyptian universities, with numerous rankings and distinguished and innovative faculties
- It provides exceptional higher education, imparting fundamental skills in critical thinking and communication and encouraging students to be leaders in their fields
- Focuses on developing programs and agreements at national, regional, and international levels
- Emphasizes research and innovation, developing scientific research results that serve the community and various national sectors in production and services
- Exciting student life, with the university organizing cultural, social, and artistic events and actively participating in local and international scientific competitions
- Exceptional application and training opportunities through fully equipped laboratories and workshops
- Offers practical and clinical training opportunities for medical and health specialties through affiliated university hospitals
- Prepares students for the job market through the Career Development Center, connecting education with employment and organizing activities, courses, and partnerships with various institutions and organizations
Specialized Centers and Units of the University
Helwan University has a wide range of centers and units dedicated to supporting students and faculty members and fostering research and innovation activities within the university. Among the most important centers and units of the university are:
- Innovation Support, Technology Marketing and Transfer Office
- Interdisciplinary Research Center
- Egyptian-Italian Center for the Restoration of Photographic Images and Old Documentary Paper
- Communications and Information Technology Center
- Career Development Center
