Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development (HU)
"Pioneering Education for a Sustainable Future"
About the University
Founded in 2009 under the umbrella of the SEKEM initiative, Heliopolis University (HU) is the first non-profit university in the Middle East to place sustainable development at the core of its vision. HU offers a unique educational model that integrates scientific research with practical experience and artistic expression. It is dedicated to nurturing "conscious leaders" who can address global environmental and social challenges through innovation and ethical responsibility.
Facts & Figures
Established: 2009 (Inaugurated 2012).
Non-Profit Status: A private, non-profit institution dedicated to social and environmental impact.
Sustainability Leader: Ranked #1 in Egypt and within the Top 600 globally in the THE Impact Rankings for "Good Health and Well-being."
Green Campus: 50% of the campus is green space, powered by solar energy, with 100% of water recycled for irrigation.
Global Recognition: Accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt and recognized internationally for its sustainability-driven curriculum.
Core Program: A mandatory cross-faculty program focused on arts, culture, and social responsibility to ensure holistic student development.
Top 1800
Global ranking
5
Specialized Faculties and Institutes.
Top 50
Nationwide
9+
Academic Programs
Academic Faculties & Specialized Programs
HU operates 5 specialized faculties designed to meet the demands of a green economy:
1. Medical & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Pharmacy: (PharmD & PharmD Clinical). Focuses on phytotherapy, drug technology, and natural medicine.
Faculty of Physical Therapy: Integrates physical rehabilitation with psychological well-being.
2. Engineering & Technology
Faculty of Engineering: Offers innovative majors in:
Water Engineering (Scarcity and management solutions).
Energy Engineering (Renewable energy systems).
Mechatronics (Automation and robotics).
Green Architecture (Sustainable urban design).
3. Agriculture & Environment
Faculty of Organic Agriculture: The first of its kind in Egypt, offering degrees in Organic Crop Production and Food Processing Technology.
4. Business & Economics
Faculty of Business and Economics: Programs in Accounting, Marketing, Finance & Investment, and Management & Human Development.
Campus & Student Life
Location: Cairo-Belbeis Desert Road, Cairo. A serene "Living Laboratory" away from urban congestion.
The Core Program Experience: Every student participates in music, theater, painting, and languages to unlock creativity and emotional intelligence.
Eco-Friendly Facilities: Includes a plastic-free cafeteria (serving organic SEKEM products), a botanical garden, and high-tech renewable energy labs.
Research Centers: Home to the Carbon Footprint Center and the Entrepreneurship Center for Social Impact, allowing students to work on real-world sustainability projects.
At ZAD, we streamline your path to Cairo University by providing:
Academic Advising: Matching your GPA with the best-fit major for guaranteed admission.
Registration & Admission: Handling all "Study in Egypt" platform procedures and certificate equivalencies.
Logistics Support: Assisting in finding safe and convenient housing near the campus.