Ivane State University

Ivane State University (TSU) was established in Tbilisi in 1918 as the first institution of higher education in the Caucasus region under the leadership of the renowned historian Ivane Javakhishvili and a group of historians. The Georgian education system is one of the oldest educational systems in the world. The university operates regularly and systematically to make necessary changes in the education system to meet the educational needs of the present era by addressing the challenges in the education system. This continuous effort aims to provide high-quality education, making it the largest university in Georgia in terms of the number of students and academics.

About Ivane State University:

Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University was founded in 1918 in the capital city of Tbilisi. It is the oldest university in Georgia and the Caucasus region. The university opened on January 26, 1918, under the name of King of Georgia, architect David, and education began. When the university was first established, there was only one faculty, the Faculty of Philosophy, and the university continued with a small number of lecturers and students until the dissolution of the Soviet Union, when it became Tbilisi State University.

Tbilisi State University started its education with 18 professors and faculty members. It now continues with 5,000 faculty members and over 35,000 students. TSU has been ranked 398th globally according to the US News & World Report university ranking, on par with the University of Warsaw. The university has five branches in Georgian cities, six faculties, 60 laboratories, a scientific research center, a scientific library (housing 3,700,000 books and journals), seven museums, and a publishing house and printing press.

Mission of the University:

The mission of Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University in Tbilisi is a multidisciplinary research university and its mission is to:

– Establish national and global values.
– Enhance intellectual, ethical, cultural, social, and economic development of the society.
– Create, preserve, and disseminate new knowledge.
– Develop the university through innovation and scientific research.

Education at TSU is student-centered, and the university focuses on training academics to improve the quality of education. The university supports lifelong learning.

Vision of the University:

Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University aims to be a center of higher education and scientific research. Its vision includes:

– Relevance of educational programs with the requirements of the job market.
– Focus on continuous development of information and communication technology.
– Increased emphasis on basic and applied research programs.

Local and International Rankings:

TSU is ranked 398th globally and holds the top position among universities in Georgia at the local level.

University Accreditation and International Recognition:

• In 2022, Ivane State University was evaluated by the Institutional Evaluation Program (IEP) team of the European University Association (EUA), which is an important factor in the international recognition of the university.
• The university is allowed to use the IEP logo on its website, other university products, as well as on the diploma supplement for the next five years from the accreditation date.
• The Institutional Evaluation Program (IEP) of the European University Association (EUA) is a full member of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA) and is listed on the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR).
• Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University is an active member of the following international networks:
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Black Sea University Network (BSUN)
  • Agencey Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)

Admission Requirements:

• Valid passport.
• Secondary school completion certificate.
• Translated grade sheet in English.
• Letter of recommendation.
• Online interview.

University Campus:

• The university is located in Ivane Javakhishvili in the capital city of Tbilisi, Georgia.
• The campus houses the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, which is one of the prominent faculties for studying medicine in Georgia. It also includes the following faculties:

1. Faculty of Humanities
2. Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
3. Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences
4. Faculty of Economics and Business
5. Faculty of Law
6. Faculty of Medicine
7. Faculty of Dentistry

Accommodation:

The university provides student accommodation in the city of Tbilisi near the university.

Advantages of studying at the university:

• Competent lecturers and academics with extensive practical experience.
• Continuous updating of study programs.
• The university’s location in the heart of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia.
• The university provides student accommodation in the city of Tbilisi.
• Exchange programs are available, allowing students to exchange experiences and cultures.