Western Caspian University

Western University (now Western Caspian University), the first private higher education institution of Azerbaijan, was founded in 1991. Western  Caspian University has been a member of the International Association of Universities under UNESCO since 1992. 

There are 8 faculties/schools, 11 departments and 22 chairs at WCU. The team includes 152 academic staff- 27 Doctors of science/professors and 42 associate professors. The University accepts students from all over the world regardless of race, sex, language, nationality or religion. Currently, the international community at the University includes students from Turkey, Albania, Portugal, Georgia, Iran, Nepal and Russia. The WCU along with local experts, also invites lecturers from the US, UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, etc. WCU provides students with an opportunity to study abroad in Europe, the United States and other countries for both short and long-term immersion. The University provides students with the opportunity to participate in international student exchange programmes like Erasmus Mundus, Mevlana, etc.

Sustainable Development

The Western Caspian University is one of the leading universities in the heart of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The university is committed to excellence in research and high quality and inspirational teaching. It promotes diversity among the staff and students, widens their participation in higher education, and engages with local, national and international communities.

The University is committed to contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through their Corporate Social Responsibility which initiatives reflect its commitment to operate in a sustainable and socially responsible world. Being a good corporate citizen and playing a pivotal role in the society is of the utmost importance. The University pursues its economic, environmental and social goals as constituent parts of a whole. Research, teaching and other academic activities are guided by a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Institute of Sustainable Human Development

The Institute of Sustainable Human Development has been established in Azerbaijan to study human evolution and the country’s scientific accomplishments. The institute provides a complex curriculum to promote human development and organises and coordinates research in this field. One of our most important tasks is to raise public awareness about human development among members of our society, particularly the youth. The Institute is committed to promoting cooperation with other state and private bodies, government and non-government organisations, and national and international institutes. Read more here: https://wcu.edu.az/en/page/institute-of-sustainable-human-development

Find out more about the Corporate Social Responsibility and the university's contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.