INTRODUCTION IAVU
The International Atlantic Virtual University (IAVU) is first University based completely on modern Information and Communication Technologies, was established by the Government of the Guinea-Bissau and recognized as per the law of the Guinea-Bissau as a private sector , not-for-profit institution with a clear mission: to provide extremely affordable world class education to aspiring students all over the country. IAVU is based completely on modern Information and Communication Technologies Using free-to-air satellite television broadcasts and the Internet, the International Atlantic Virtual University allows students to follow its rigorous programs regardless of their physical locations. It thus aims at alleviating the lack of capacity in the existing universities while simultaneously tackling the acute shortage of qualified professors in the country. By identifying the top Professors of the country, regardless of their institutional affiliations, and requesting them to develop and deliver hand-crafted courses, the International Atlantic Virtual University aims at providing the very best courses to not only its own students but also to students of all other universities in the country.
The International Atlantic Virtual University is Charter University established by the Government of the Guinea-Bissau and recognized as per the law of the Guinea-Bissau , making its degrees recognized and accepted all over the country as well as overseas.
Vision Statement
To become an internationally acclaimed technology based university that improves access to higher education while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Mission Statement
- To provide the highest quality of education and research opportunities to all aspiring students irrespective of their age, gender, religion, and geographical location by using modern ICT with content developed by top experts of their respective fields.
- To train students to grow in their professional lives and inculcate an entrepreneurial mindset with high ethical and moral standards to become a productive part of society.
- To provide the best working environment to faculty and staff to create a culture of research, innovation and cooperation.
- To promote the philosophy of knowledge sharing by providing free and unhindered access to all of its educational content.
The Rector is the Chief Executive and Chief Academic Officer of the University.
Other Officers of the University include:
- Registrar
- Deans
- Directors
- Chairpersons or Heads of the Teaching Departments
- Director Finance
- Controller of Examinations
The Board of Governors is the apex body of the University, responsible for the general supervision and control of administrative, academic and financial affairs, to lay down the policies and statues.
Other Authorities of the University include:
- Executive Council
- Academic Council
- Board of Studies
- Advanced Studies and Research Board
- Selection Board
- Finance and Planning Council
- Affiliation Committee
| 1. | Secretary, Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom | Chairman |
| 2. | Rector, International Atlantic Virtual University | Member |
| 3. | Secretary, Ministry of Education | Member |
| 4. | Secretary , Ministry of Information & Media Development | Member |
| 5. | Chairperson, Higher Education Commission or his nominee not below the rank of an officer of BPS 20 | Member |
| 6. | Chairman, National Telecommunications Corporations or his nominee not below the rank of an officer of BPS 20 | Member |
| 7. | Registrar, International Atlantic Virtual University | Secretary |
| 8. | One Retired Judge of the Supreme Court | Member |
| 9. | One Serving or Retired Rector or Vice Chancellor of a Public Sector University | Members |
| 10-12. | Three Eminent Educationists or Scientists not being Employees of the University | Member |
| 13. | One Expert from Financial Sector | Member |
| 14. | One Dean of the University | Member |
The International Atlantic Virtual University uses a combination of video lectures, reading material, audio/video tutorials and on-line interaction (e-class rooms) for imparting knowledge. However, it follows a very formal assessment and evaluation system in the same fashion as used in any conventional higher education institution (HEI). More than 200 campuses of the University across World provide its students a great opportunity to participate in academic activities Although, the University observes the semester system, its students have complete flexibility to study at their own convenience, pace and place.
More than 200 campuses of the University across World provide its students a great opportunity to participate in academic activities without any extra burden on their pockets as compared with those studying at home. The wide spread of virtual campuses and complete flexibility to study at home jointly support the unique idea of “World Class Education at Your Doorstep” and in a true sense makes it unnecessary for students to relocate or travel to larger cities to obtain higher education.
The University’s video lectures are developed by highly qualified faculty members or field experts in a complete digital environment and handcrafted at its own fully equipped recording studios. These lectures are then delivered through University’s Learning Management System. Lectures are also made available over the Internet on YouTube, Dailymotion and the IAVU (https://iavu.university). Although, the students can watch these video lectures at their own convenience, however the University suggests a “Time Plan” for guidance and better time management for studies during the semester. Students may also obtain the video lectures on DVDs from the University’s online bookshop.
Complete student-teacher interaction and support is provided through the LMS
Complete student-teacher interaction and support is provided through the VULMS while semester examinations are conducted in a formal, proctored environment at designated examination centers throughout the country.
MOU
The International Atlantic Virtual University has signed a number of memoranda with renowned organizations mainly focusing on the following areas:
- Development of educational contents
- Exchange of resources
- Joint Degree Programs
- Research & Development
- Staff/Teachers Training
- Strengthening of IT infrastructure
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Computer Science & Information Technology
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Management
Faculty of Science and Technology
- Accounting, Banking & Finance
- Bioinformatics
- Biotechnology
- Computer Science/Information Technology
- Economics
- English
- Humanities Distribution
- Law
- Management
- Marketing
- Mass Communication
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Probability & Statistics
- Psychology
- Zoology
The best faculty we have provided.
FACULTY OF ARTS
FACULTY OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT
FACULTY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
ADMISSION TO PROFESSIONAL SHORT CERTIFICATE COURSE(S)
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