Established in 2012, Al-Kitab University is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Kirkuk (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq, Al-Kitab University (UOA) is a medium-sized coeducational Iraqi higher education institution. Al-Kitab University (UOA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. UOA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including as well as administrative services.