The university's fundamental mission is commitment to advancement and dissemination of knowledge to its students and research experts. As a leading establishment of academic excellence, the University of Duhok aspires to attain the following aims to reach its objectives:
- To develop and achieve a renowned research-based identity of unparalleled quality.
- To provide an educational environment that nurtures and supports academic excellence and innovation across all its colleges.
- To provide our graduate students with leading quality facilities aimed at achieving complete personal and professional training in the social and career world of tomorrow.
- To widen the cultural and scientific perspective of society for the purpose of improving economic and social well-being.
As one of the leading educational establishments in Duhok, the University of Duhok works in a cooperative relationship with the Kurdistan Regional Government to attain intellectual and economic prosperity for the Kurdish population.
By forming professional ties with the international community; the university aspires to expand its horizons, educate society, and enrich the local lifestyle.