Introduction
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. These 17 interconnected goals address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.
Sulaimani Polytechnic University (SPU) recognizes that higher education institutions play a crucial role in advancing the SDGs through education, research, innovation, and community engagement. As a leading technical education institution in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, SPU is committed to aligning its academic programs with the sustainable development agenda to create lasting positive impact locally, regionally, and globally.
SPU’s Commitment to Sustainable Development
Our university’s diverse portfolio of 68 academic programs across multiple colleges and technical institutes demonstrates a comprehensive alignment with various SDGs. From engineering and information technology to health sciences, business administration, and agricultural technologies, each program contributes uniquely to the sustainable development framework.
- Engineering and Technical Programsdirectly support SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) through innovation in manufacturing, energy systems, and urban planning
- Health and Medical Programsadvance SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by training healthcare professionals and improving community health outcomes
- Information Technology Programsdrive digital transformation and support quality education (SDG 4)
- Business and Administration Programspromote decent work and economic growth (SDG 8)
- Agricultural and Environmental Programsaddress zero hunger (SDG 2) and sustainable resource management
The Program provides a comprehensive mapping of all SPU academic programs to their relevant Sustainable Development Goals. This detailed alignment demonstrates how each department contributes specifically to the global sustainability agenda and highlights the university’s institutional commitment to the 2030 Sustainable Development Framework.
Strategic Alignment
This SDG mapping initiative, led by the Directorate of Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance, represents SPU’s strategic commitment to:
- Integrating sustainability principles across all academic disciplines
- Preparing graduates as sustainability-conscious professionals and citizens
- Contributing to evidence-based solutions for sustainable development challenges
- Building partnerships with industry, government, and communities to advance the SDGs
Through this comprehensive approach, Sulaimani Polytechnic University aims to be a catalyst for sustainable development, ensuring that our educational mission not only transforms individual lives but also contributes to building a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future for all.
To see the SDG’s mapping program in SPU click here…