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University of Mashhad Payame Noor

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University of Mashhad Payame Noor: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    University of Mashhad Payame Noor is a public university in Iran offering postgraduate study. It suits students looking for Master's or PhD / Doctorate options in education-related and environmental fields.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 34 programmes at Master's Degree and PhD / Doctorate level. Example programmes include Applied Linguistics, Population and Environmental Education, Educational Research and Evaluation, Environmental Education, Environmental Management, Higher Education Management, Educational Technology, Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Educational Management, Guidance and Counseling, and Community Education.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official university website for entry requirements, required documents, application deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions. The university does not publish further admissions detail here, so confirm the current process and any document or language requirements with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range. Confirm the current fee for your programme with the admissions office; living costs in Mashhad will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, check which programme you want to enter, whether your previous degree matches the level required, and what documents, visa steps, and language evidence the university asks for.

  6. How it compares

    In Iran, where there are 193 universities, University of Mashhad Payame Noor stands out more for its postgraduate focus than for breadth across all study levels. Its main value is a set of Master's and PhD / Doctorate programmes concentrated in education and environmental subjects rather than a broad undergraduate offer.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Mashhad Payame Noor

What type of university is it?

It is a public university.

Which country is it in?

It is in Iran.

How many programmes does it offer?

It offers 34 programmes.

What degree levels are available?

It offers Master's Degree and PhD / Doctorate study.

Overview

Payame Noor University is an open university system in Iran, with its headquarters in Tehran. Established in 1988, it is a legal institution under the supervision of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran government. Payame Noor means "the message of light" in Persian.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Iran.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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