Helwan University
Cairo, Egypt • Founded 1975 • World Rank #1848
Overview
Founded in 1975, the Helwan University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Cairo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).
Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Helwan University is a very large-sized coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Helwan University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study.
This 48-year-old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Egyptian higher education organization a least selective institution.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Helwan University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Helwan University's on-the-ground location and digital channels to engage with the institution. Library access for prospective students is often arranged separately through the main library team.
Academic Details
The numbers below cover the academic side of Helwan University. Academic calendar conventions vary — semester, trimester, or quarter systems each carry different teaching rhythms.
Academic Structures
Each constituent academic unit at Helwan University is captured below — including research centres alongside teaching faculties. Research centres often signal the institution's strategic priorities.
Unit 18 items
- Faculty of Applied Arts
- Faculty of Artistic Education
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration
- Faculty of Community Service
- Faculty of Computers and Information
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering, Helwan
- Faculty of Engineering, Matareya
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Faculty of Home Economics
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Music Education
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Work
- Faculty of Sport Education
- Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality
Degrees
Below: every degree level Helwan University offers. Doctoral funding varies — some are fully funded studentships, others self-funded with no stipend; the difference materially affects access.
Master's 6 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Air Transport
- Heritage Preservation
- Hotel Management
- Museum Studies
- Physical Education
- Tourism
Doctoral 2 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Physical Education
- Tourism
Diploma & Certificate 3 programs
Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.
- Accountancy
- Electronic Engineering
- Materials Engineering
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt.
Chinese-Egyptian Research (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Research and Studies Interfaces (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Scientific Computing (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
Small Projects Support (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Social Service (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social and Community Services
Social Therapy (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social Work
Space Weather (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Meteorology
Staff Capabilities Development (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Technological Development Research (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Technology
Applied Arts (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Fine Arts
Art Education (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Art Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts (Faculty) 21 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Ancient Civilizations
- Arabic
- Arts and Humanities
- English
- French
- Geography
- German
- Hebrew
- History
- Information Sciences
- Italian
- Library Science
- Mass Communication
- Modern Languages
- Persian
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Theatre
- Turkish
Commerce and Business Administration (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Insurance
- International Business
- Political Sciences
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Computer and Information Sciences (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Information Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Curriculum
- Education
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Technology
- Pedagogy
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Power Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Fine Arts (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Fine Arts
- Graphic Arts
- Interior Design
- Painting and Drawing
- Sculpture
Common Career Paths
- Artist
- Curator
- Art Educator
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Home Economics (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Food Science
- Home Economics
- Nutrition
- Textile Technology
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Industrial Education (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Industrial Arts Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Criminal Law
- History of Law
- International Law
- Law
- Private Law
- Public Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Music Education (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Music Education
- Musical Instruments
- Singing
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Nursing (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nursing
Common Career Paths
- Registered Nurse
- Clinical Nurse
- Public Health Nurse
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Pharmacy (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Organic Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Physical Education (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Parks and Recreation
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Sports Management
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Physical Education (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Astronomy and Space Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Zoology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Social Work (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social and Community Services
- Social Work
Tourism and Hotel Management (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Hotel Management
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- HR Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
Search the Helwan University programme catalogue or scan it by degree level. The catalogue updates periodically; recently added programmes may not yet appear in some search-engine results.
Bachelor's Degree
76 programmes
Browse 76 programmes at Helwan University for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.
Geomatics and GIS Program برنامج الجيوماتكس وأنظمة المعلومات الجغرافية Civil Engineering & Construction
French Language and Translation Program برنامج اللغة الفرنسية والترجمة Linguistics & Language Studies
Interpreting and Translation Program برنامج الترجمة الفورية والترجمة Translation & Interpreting
Inscriptions, Papyri, and Manuscripts Program برنامج النقوش والبرديات والمخطوطات
Home Economics for Teaching Students with Special Needs الاقتصاد المنزلي لتدريس الطلاب ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة Economics
Garment Manufacturing Technology Program برنامج تكنولوجيا صناعة الملابس Industrial & Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Nursing بكالوريوس العلوم في التمريض Nursing
Software Engineering هندسة البرمجيات Software Engineering
Medical Informatics المعلوماتية الطبية Health Informatics
Bachelor of Social Work بكالوريوس الخدمة الاجتماعية Social Work
Bachelor of Pharmacy بكالوريوس الصيدلة Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry بكالوريوس العلوم في الكيمياء Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Physics بكالوريوس العلوم في الفيزياء Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics بكالوريوس العلوم في الرياضيات Mathematics
Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Entomology بكالوريوس العلوم في علم الحيوان والحشرات Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Botany and Microbiology بكالوريوس العلوم في النبات والميكروبيولوجيا Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Geology بكالوريوس العلوم في الجيولوجيا Earth Sciences & Geology
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في العمارة Architecture
Sustainable Architectural and Urban Design التصميم المعماري والحضري المستدام Applied Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في النحت Visual Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في الرسم Visual Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في تصميم الرسوميات Applied Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture and Scenography بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في العمارة الداخلية والسينوغرافيا Architecture
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art History بكالوريوس الفنون الجميلة في تاريخ الفن Art History
Bachelor of Physical Education بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Civil Engineering بكالوريوس الهندسة المدنية Civil Engineering & Construction
Bachelor of Mechanical Power Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة القوى الميكانيكية Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Automotive and Tractor Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة السيارات والجرارات Trades
Bachelor of Architecture Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة العمارة Architecture
Automotive Mechatronics Engineering هندسة الميكاترونكس للسيارات Mechanical Engineering
Architecture by Digital Technology العمارة بالتكنولوجيا الرقمية Architecture
Energy Engineering هندسة الطاقة Energy Engineering
Project and Construction Management إدارة المشاريع والإنشاءات Civil Engineering & Construction
Structural Engineering الهندسة الإنشائية General Engineering
Bachelor of Medical and Biomedical Engineering بكالوريوس الهندسة الطبية والبيوطبية Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Electronics and Communications Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة الإلكترونيات والاتصالات Robotics & Automation
Bachelor of Electrical Power and Machinery Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة القوى الكهربائية والآلات Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Production Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة الإنتاج Industrial & Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Industrial Engineering بكالوريوس الهندسة الصناعية Industrial & Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة الميكاترونكس Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Computer and Systems Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة الحاسبات والأنظمة General Engineering
Bachelor of Communications and Information Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة الاتصالات والمعلومات Communication Studies
Bachelor of Electrical Power and Protection Engineering بكالوريوس هندسة القوى الكهربائية والحماية Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting بكالوريوس تجارة - المحاسبة Accounting
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration بكالوريوس تجارة - إدارة الأعمال Business Administration
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics بكالوريوس تجارة - الاقتصاد Economics
Bachelor of Commerce - Foreign Trade بكالوريوس تجارة - التجارة الخارجية Business & Management
Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems بكالوريوس تجارة - أنظمة المعلومات Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Physical Education - Exercise and Gymnastics بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - الرياضة والجمباز Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Movement Expression and Rhythm بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - التعبير الحركي والإيقاع Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Athletics بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - ألعاب القوى Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Team Sports and Racket Games بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - الألعاب الجماعية والرياضات بالمضربات Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Aquatics بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - السباحة والرياضات المائية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Martial Arts and Individual Sports بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - الفنون القتالية والرياضات الفردية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Sports Management بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - إدارة الرياضة Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Teaching Methods بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - طرق التدريس Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Sports Health Science بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - الصحة الرياضية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Physical Education - Educational, Psychological, and Sports Social Sciences بكالوريوس التربية الرياضية - العلوم النفسية والاجتماعية الرياضية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Art Education بكالوريوس التربية الفنية Education & Teaching
Art Education - Visual and Digital Design التربية الفنية - التصميم البصري والرقمي Applied Design
Art Education - Drawing and Painting التربية الفنية - الرسم والتصوير Education & Teaching
Art Education - Sculptural Expression التربية الفنية - التعبير النحتي Education & Teaching
Art Education - Crafts and Folk Heritage التربية الفنية - الحرف والتراث الشعبي Education & Teaching
Art Education - Sciences of Art Education التربية الفنية - علوم التربية الفنية Education & Teaching
Art Education - Art Criticism and Appreciation التربية الفنية - نقد الفن والتذوق الفني Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Music Education بكالوريوس تربية موسيقية Music
Bachelor of Music Art بكالوريوس فن موسيقي Music
Bachelor of Tourism - Tourism Studies بكالوريوس السياحة - دراسات السياحة Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Tourism - Hotel Management بكالوريوس السياحة - إدارة الفنادق Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Tourism - Tourism Guidance بكالوريوس السياحة - الإرشاد السياحي Tourism & Leisure
Airline Operations Management Program برنامج إدارة عمليات الخطوط الجوية Business & Management
Hotel Management and Operations Program (Marriott) برنامج إدارة الفنادق والعمليات (ماريوت) Tourism & Leisure
Heritage and Museum Studies دراسات التراث والمتاحف
Bachelor of Nutrition Science - Food Science بكالوريوس علوم التغذية - علوم الأغذية Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Nutrition Science - Therapeutic Nutrition بكالوريوس علوم التغذية - التغذية العلاجية Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Nutrition Science - Community Nutrition بكالوريوس علوم التغذية - التغذية المجتمعية Nutrition & Dietetics
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
14 programmes
These 14 programmes form Helwan University's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.
Professional Master's in Social Investment ماجستير احترافي في الاستثمار الاجتماعي
Professional Master's in Planning and Evaluating Social Programs and Projects ماجستير احترافي في تخطيط وتقييم البرامج والمشاريع الاجتماعية
Design and Practice of Group Therapy in Social Work تصميم وممارسة العلاج الجماعي في الخدمة الاجتماعية Applied Design
Master's Degree in Pharmacy ماجستير الصيدلة Pharmacy
Master's Degree in Medical Specialties ماجستير التخصصات الطبية
Master's Degrees in Science Disciplines ماجستير في التخصصات العلمية Natural Sciences
Master's Degree in Fine Arts ماجستير الفنون الجميلة Visual Arts
Postgraduate Business Information Systems Program (PBIS) برنامج ماجستير أنظمة المعلومات التجارية Information Systems & Technology
Hospitals and Healthcare Management Program برنامج إدارة المستشفيات والرعاية الصحية Business & Management
Master's Degree in Art Education ماجستير التربية الفنية Education & Teaching
Master's Degree in Intellectual Property ماجستير الملكية الفكرية Law
Master's in Law ماجستير الحقوق Law
Master's Degree in Music Education ماجستير تربية موسيقية Music
Master's Degree in Tourism ماجستير السياحة Tourism & Leisure
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
9 programmes
Helwan University's 9 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.
PhD in Pharmacy دكتوراه الصيدلة Pharmacy
PhD in Medical Sciences دكتوراه في العلوم الطبية Medicine
PhD in Science دكتوراه في العلوم Natural Sciences
PhD in Fine Arts دكتوراه الفنون الجميلة Visual Arts
PhD in Art Education دكتوراه التربية الفنية Education & Teaching
PhD in Intellectual Property Sciences دكتوراه في علوم الملكية الفكرية Law
PhD in Law دكتوراه الحقوق Law
PhD in Music Education دكتوراه تربية موسيقية Music
PhD in Tourism دكتوراه السياحة Tourism & Leisure
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
8 programmes
Alongside its degrees, Helwan University provides 8 programmes at associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation level, typically shorter and more applied in focus.
Applied GIS Professional Diploma دبلوم GIS المهني التطبيقي
Diploma Programmes in Science برامج الدبلوم في العلوم Natural Sciences
Diploma in Fine Arts دبلوم الفنون الجميلة Visual Arts
Diploma in Intellectual Property دبلوم الملكية الفكرية Law
Technical Diploma in Nursing دبلوم فني في التمريض Nursing
Diploma in Medical and Pharmaceutical Law دبلوم القانون الطبي والصيدلاني Pharmacy
Postgraduate Diploma in Music دبلوم دراسات عليا في الموسيقى Music
Diploma in Tourism دبلوم السياحة Tourism & Leisure
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Helwan University
The standard application path for Helwan University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Helwan University offers 107 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Each programme at Helwan University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Submit your application
Apply directly via Helwan University's online portal at www.helwan.edu.eg. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by phone at +20 28162061. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Helwan University
Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Helwan University, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.
In what year was Helwan University established?
Helwan University was founded in 1975 (approximately 51 years ago).
Where can I find Helwan University?
The institution is located in Cairo, Egypt.
Is Helwan University a public or private institution?
Helwan University is a public institution.
How many students does Helwan University have?
The institution has a student body of over-50,000.
What is Helwan University's ranking?
It ranks #1848 globally and #18 in Egypt.
What programmes are available at Helwan University?
Helwan University offers master's and doctoral programmes.
How many faculties does Helwan University have?
Helwan University has 18 academic units.
Is Helwan University officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Higher Education.
Where can I learn more about Helwan University?
The institution's website is www.helwan.edu.eg.
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