Université Moulay Ismail
Meknes, Morocco • Founded 1982 • World Rank #3020
Overview
Founded in 1989, the Université Moulay Ismail (Moulay Ismail University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Meknès (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Fes-Meknes.
This institution also has a branch campus in Errachidia. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur, de la Recherche Scientifique et de l'Innovation, Maroc (Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation of Morocco), Université Moulay Ismail (UMI) is a very large-sized coeducational Moroccan higher education institution.
Université Moulay Ismail (UMI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 34-year-old Moroccan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
UMI 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Where Université Moulay Ismail is located and how to contact its offices. Disability and accessibility information is usually held by a separate student services office worth contacting directly.
Academic Details
Université Moulay Ismail's institutional metrics — useful for sizing it against other shortlisted universities. The proportion of academic staff with doctorates correlates with research output and graduate-school admissions.
Academic Structures
Université Moulay Ismail delivers teaching through the academic units below — useful for orienting yourself before reading individual programmes. Each unit operates with a degree of academic autonomy.
Unit 8 items
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Meknes
- Faculty of Juridical, Economic and Social Sciences, Meknes
- Faculty of Science and Technology, Errachidia
- Faculty of Sciences, Meknes
- Higher School of Technology, Meknes
- Multidisciplinary Faculty, Errachidia
- National School of Arts and Crafts, Meknes
- École Normale Supérieure, Meknes
Degrees
Whether you're considering bachelor's, master's, or doctoral study at Université Moulay Ismail, qualifications are sorted by level. Stackable credentials (microcredentials adding up to full degrees) appear separately where available.
Master's 29 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Anthropology
- Banking
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Business and Commerce
- Communication Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Economics
- Family Studies
- Finance
- French
- Human Resources
- Insurance
- International Business
- Law
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Logistics Management
- Marketing
- Mediterranean Studies
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
- Real Estate
- Religious Studies
- Sales Techniques
- Sociology
- Sustainable Development
- Taxation
- Teacher Training
Doctoral 18 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Applied Physics
- Chemistry
- Development Studies
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Law
- Leadership
- Linguistics
- Management
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Media Studies
- Modern Languages
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Public Law
Other 32 programs
- Arabic
- Banking
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Electronic Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- English
- Finance
- French
- Geography
- History
- Human Resources
- Industrial Engineering
- Insurance
- Island Studies
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Native Language
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Private Law
- Psychology
- Public Law
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Thermal Engineering
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur, de la Recherche Scientifique et de l'Innovation, Maroc.
Arts and Humanities - FLSH Meknès (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Arts and Humanities
- Communication Studies
- English
- French
- Geography
- History
- Islamic Studies
- Literature
- Modern Languages
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Editor
- Cultural Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law, Economics and Social Sciences - FSJES Meknès (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Law
- Social Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine and Pharmacy - FMP Errachidia (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Polydisciplinary - FP Errachidia (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Arts and Humanities
- French
- Literature
- Modern Languages
Science - FST Meknès (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Environmental Studies
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science and Technology - FST Errachidia (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Natural Sciences
- Technology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts and Crafts - ENSAM Meknès (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Production Engineering
Commerce and Management - ENCG Meknès (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business and Commerce
- Management
Common Career Paths
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- HR Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Teachers Training - ENS Meknes (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- French
- Philosophy
- Teacher Training
- Translation and Interpretation
Technology - EST Meknès (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Engineering
- Management
- Sales Techniques
- Social and Community Services
Programs Offered
Université Moulay Ismail's programme finder filters by name across all degree levels. Departmental admissions criteria sometimes differ from institutional minimums — verify against the programme page before relying on either.
Bachelor's Degree
83 programmes
Université Moulay Ismail delivers 83 programmes at bachelor's level, the qualifications school-leavers most commonly apply to as their first step into higher education.
Analyse Mathématique et Applications Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence and Language Pedagogy AI & Machine Learning
Audit et Contrôle de Gestion Accounting
Banque et Assurance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Biodiversité et Gestion des Ressources Végétales Ecology & Conservation
Biologie Cellulaire et Physiologie Humaine Biological Sciences
Biologie Végétale Appliquée Biological Sciences
Chimie Organique et Bio organique Chemistry
Chimie Physique Appliquée et Environnement Physics & Astronomy
Chimie des Matériaux et des Procédés Industriels Materials Science
Commerce International International Business
Commerce et Marketing Marketing
Communication Touristique et Valorisation du Patrimoine Museum Studies
Communication des Organisations Communication Studies
Comptabilité-Finance-Fiscalité Tax Law
Cultural Studies Art History
Cybersécurité des Réseaux et des Systèmes d'information Cyber Security
Didactique des Sciences des Matériaux Materials Science
Droit Financier et des Affaires Law
Droit Foncier et Affaires Law
Développement Web et Multimédia Digital Media & Game Development
E Business et Marketing Digital Marketing
Economie Appliquée et Data Science Economics
Economie Internationale Economics
Economie Régionale Economics
Econométrie Economics
Educationnel Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Electronique des Systèmes Embarqués Electrical Engineering
Electronique et Systèmes Embarqués Electrical Engineering
English Language Teaching and Digital Technology English Language Studies
English Language and Communication Communication Studies
English for Specific Purposes English Language Studies
Environnement et Développement Durable Environmental Sciences
Etudes Administratives et Financières Finance, Banking & Insurance
Etudes Politiques et Internationales Politics & International Relations
Finance Banque et Assurance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Géodynamique et Géoressources Earth Sciences & Geology
Géosciences et Géologie de l'Ingénieur Earth Sciences & Geology
Histoire des migrations en Méditerranée History
Informatique Appliquée à la Gestion Computer Sciences
Informatique Appliquée à la Gestion des Entreprises Computer Sciences
Intelligence Artificielle et Systèmes de Décisions Optimales AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence Artificielle et Technologies Emergentes AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence Artificielle et Technologies des Données AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence et Sécurité des Objets Connectés Computer Science & IT
Langue et Communication Communication Studies
Lengua y Cultura Hispanicas Linguistics & Language Studies
Linguistic and Intercultural Studies for Sustainable Education Linguistics & Language Studies
Literary and Cultural Studies Art History
Management Commercial et E-logistique Supply Chain & Logistics
Management des Ressources Humaines Human Resource Management
Marketing Digital Marketing
Marketing Digital et Stratégies E-Commerce Marketing
Mathématiques Appliquées aux Sciences de l'Ingénieur Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Mathématiques Appliquées et Epidémiologie Epidemiology
Mathématiques et Applications Mathematics
Matériaux et Energétique Materials Science
Mécanique des Fluides et Energétique Energy Engineering
Métiers de la transition Energétique et Digitalisation Energy Engineering
Métiers du Droit et de la Justice Law
New Media Communication In the Digital Age Communication Studies
Politiques Economiques Economics
Protection et Valorisation des Plantes
Publicité et Marketing Digital Marketing
Pédagogie Innovante de l'Enseignement Primaire Education & Teaching
Ressources Minérales Mining & Oil Engineering
Sciences Criminelles Criminal Law & Justice
Sciences Mathématiques et Systèmes Éducatifs Innovants Mathematics
Sciences de l'Eau et de l'Environnement Environmental Sciences
Sciences des Données et Intelligence Artificielle AI & Machine Learning
Sciences des Données pour une Industrie Intelligente Data Science & Analytics
Spécialité Enseignement Primaire Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Informatique Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Langue Anglaise Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Langue Française Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Mathématiques Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Sciences Physiques et Chimiques Education & Teaching
Systèmes Embarqués Intelligents et Télécommunications Communication Studies
Technique de Commercialisation et de Communication Communication Studies
Techniques de Management Business & Management
Technologie Alimentaire et Qualité Food Science
Valorisation des Ressources Minérales Mining & Oil Engineering
Études Sociolinguistiques et Culturelles Linguistics & Language Studies
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
104 programmes
There are 104 programmes to choose from at Université Moulay Ismail for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.
Études Sociolinguistiques et Culturelles Linguistics & Language Studies
Analyse Mathématique et Applications Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence and Language Pedagogy AI & Machine Learning
Audit et Contrôle de Gestion Accounting
Banque et Assurance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Biodiversité et Gestion des Ressources Végétales Ecology & Conservation
Biologie Cellulaire et Physiologie Humaine Biological Sciences
Biologie Végétale Appliquée Biological Sciences
Chimie Organique et Bio organique Chemistry
Chimie Physique Appliquée et Environnement Physics & Astronomy
Chimie des Matériaux et des Procédés Industriels Materials Science
Chimie et Génie Chimique pour l'Environnement et le Développement Durable Chemical Engineering
Commerce International International Business
Commerce et Marketing Marketing
Communication Touristique et Valorisation du Patrimoine Museum Studies
Communication des Organisations Communication Studies
Comptabilité-Finance-Fiscalité Tax Law
Cultural Studies Art History
Cybersécurité des Réseaux et des Systèmes d'information Cyber Security
Didactique des Sciences des Matériaux Materials Science
Droit Financier et des Affaires Law
Droit Foncier et Affaires Law
Développement Web et Multimédia Digital Media & Game Development
E Business et Marketing Digital Marketing
Economie Appliquée et Data Science Economics
Economie Internationale Economics
Economie Régionale Economics
Econométrie Economics
Educationnel Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Electronique des Systèmes Embarqués Electrical Engineering
Electronique et Systèmes Embarqués Electrical Engineering
English Language Teaching and Digital Technology English Language Studies
English Language and Communication Communication Studies
English for Specific Purposes English Language Studies
Environnement et Développement Durable Environmental Sciences
Etudes Administratives et Financières Finance, Banking & Insurance
Etudes Politiques et Internationales Politics & International Relations
Finance Banque et Assurance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Génie Chimique et Procédés Chemical Engineering
Génie Civil Civil Engineering & Construction
Génie Electromécanique- Maintenance et Commande Industrielles Mechanical Engineering
Génie Industriel et Productique Industrial & Systems Engineering
Génie Industriel- Excellence Opérationnelle Industrial & Systems Engineering
Génie Informatique Computer Sciences
Génie Logiciel Computer Sciences
Génie Mécanique- Conception et Industrialisation des Systèmes Mécaniques Mechanical Engineering
Génie Mécanique- Energétique Energy Engineering
Génie Mécanique- Ingénierie Mécanique et Structure Mechanical Engineering
Génie Mécanique- Matériaux et Procédés de Fabrication Materials Science
Génie des Matériaux Avancées Materials Science
Génie Électromécanique- Digitalisation Industrielle Mechanical Engineering
Géodynamique et Géoressources Earth Sciences & Geology
Géosciences et Géologie de l'Ingénieur Earth Sciences & Geology
Histoire des migrations en Méditerranée History
Informatique Appliquée à la Gestion Computer Sciences
Informatique Appliquée à la Gestion des Entreprises Computer Sciences
Ingénierie Géologique et Minière General Engineering
Ingénierie Logicielle et Systèmes Intelligents General Engineering
Ingénierie de la Finance et de l'Actuariat Finance, Banking & Insurance
Ingénierie des Matériaux et des Procédés Industriels Materials Science
Ingénierie et Innovation Financière General Engineering
Intelligence Artificielle et Systèmes de Décisions Optimales AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence Artificielle et Technologies Emergentes AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence Artificielle et Technologies des Données AI & Machine Learning
Intelligence et Sécurité des Objets Connectés Computer Science & IT
Langue et Communication Communication Studies
Lengua y Cultura Hispanicas Linguistics & Language Studies
Linguistic and Intercultural Studies for Sustainable Education Linguistics & Language Studies
Literary and Cultural Studies Art History
Management Commercial et E-logistique Supply Chain & Logistics
Management des Ressources Humaines Human Resource Management
Marketing Digital Marketing
Marketing Digital et Stratégies E-Commerce Marketing
Mathématiques Appliquées aux Sciences de l'Ingénieur Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Mathématiques Appliquées et Epidémiologie Epidemiology
Mathématiques et Applications Mathematics
Matériaux et Energétique Materials Science
Mécanique des Fluides et Energétique Energy Engineering
Métiers de la transition Energétique et Digitalisation Energy Engineering
Métiers du Droit et de la Justice Law
New Media Communication In the Digital Age Communication Studies
Plasturgie et Ingénierie Biomédicale General Engineering
Politiques Economiques Economics
Protection et Valorisation des Plantes
Publicité et Marketing Digital Marketing
Pédagogie Innovante de l'Enseignement Primaire Education & Teaching
Ressources Minérales Mining & Oil Engineering
Science et Génie des Matériaux Materials Science
Sciences Criminelles Criminal Law & Justice
Sciences Mathématiques et Systèmes Éducatifs Innovants Mathematics
Sciences de l'Eau et de l'Environnement Environmental Sciences
Sciences des Données et Intelligence Artificielle AI & Machine Learning
Sciences des Données pour une Industrie Intelligente Data Science & Analytics
Spécialité Enseignement Primaire Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Informatique Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Langue Anglaise Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Langue Française Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Mathématiques Education & Teaching
Spécialité Enseignement Secondaire - Sciences Physiques et Chimiques Education & Teaching
Systèmes Embarqués Intelligents et Télécommunications Communication Studies
Technique de Commercialisation et de Communication Communication Studies
Techniques de Management Business & Management
Technologie Alimentaire et Qualité Food Science
Valorisation des Ressources Minérales Mining & Oil Engineering
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
2 programmes
Alongside its degrees, Université Moulay Ismail provides 2 programmes at associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation level, typically shorter and more applied in focus.
Années Préparatoires des Ecoles Nationales de Commerce et Gestion Business & Management
Docteur en Médecine Medicine
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Université Moulay Ismail
How to apply to Université Moulay Ismail — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.
- 1 Research programmes at Université Moulay Ismail
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Université Moulay Ismail offers 189 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Each programme at Université Moulay Ismail 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 Gather supporting documents
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 Lodge your application
Apply directly via Université Moulay Ismail's online portal at www.umi.ac.ma. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +212 (53) 546 7306. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Université Moulay Ismail
A short Q&A covering Université Moulay Ismail's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.
When did Université Moulay Ismail open?
Université Moulay Ismail traces its founding to 1982 (approximately 44 years ago).
Where can I find Université Moulay Ismail?
The institution is located in Meknes, Morocco.
What is Université Moulay Ismail's control type?
Université Moulay Ismail operates as a public institution.
How many students does Université Moulay Ismail have?
The institution has a student body of 40,000-44,999.
How is Université Moulay Ismail ranked?
It ranks #3020 globally and #10 in Morocco.
What qualification levels does Université Moulay Ismail offer?
Université Moulay Ismail offers master's and doctoral programmes.
How many faculties does Université Moulay Ismail have?
The institution comprises 8 academic units.
Is Université Moulay Ismail officially recognised?
Yes, Université Moulay Ismail is recognised by Ministry of National Education, Vocational Training, Higher Education and Scientific Research.
How do I find Université Moulay Ismail online?
Université Moulay Ismail's official website is www.umi.ac.ma.
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