Palestine Polytechnic University, West Bank

Ain Sara St., Hebron, West Bank
Phone: +970 (2) 222 8912
Fax: +970 (2) 221 7248

Palestine Polytechnic University (PPU) is one of the leading polytechnic universities.

It was founded in 1978 by the University Graduates Union (UGU), which is a non-profit organization in Hebron district. The primary mission is to emphasize quality vocational and technical engineering education. This is achieved by providing students with practical knowledge to help them acquire an up-to-date experience directly related to their disciplines. In addition to the two-year diploma degree, PPU has been offering a B.Sc. degree in a number of engineering programs since 1990.

PPU is officially recognized by the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education and it is an active member in the Rector Conference of Palestinian Universities.There are over 5000 students enrolled in the various areas of specialization at PPU during the academic year 2006-2007.

PPU dedicates particular attention and commitment to enhance its relationship with the local community by identifying potential community priorities and needs. To this end, it promotes certain diverse services, strategies and programs to meet these priorities and needs.