Our purpose. Our direction.

Mission & Vision

Connecting academic communities. Advancing global cooperation. Supporting institutional development.

IISCC brings universities, research institutions and academic communities together to create meaningful opportunities for international cooperation.

University campus representing higher education and international academic engagement
Connecting institutions through shared academic purpose.
Our mission

Turning shared academic interests into meaningful cooperation.

The mission of the Iranian International Scientific Cooperation Center (IISCC) is to facilitate and strengthen international scientific cooperation by connecting universities, higher education institutions, research centers and academic communities across borders.

Through institutional networking, educational and research collaboration, and structured internationalization initiatives, we help institutions pursue practical, sustainable and mutually beneficial outcomes.

  • Academic partnerships
  • Education & research
  • Institutional development
International academic collaboration and exchange of knowledge
A shared vision for a globally connected academic community.
Our vision

A globally connected future for higher education.

We envision a higher education environment where universities and research institutions build effective partnerships, exchange expertise and pursue shared academic objectives through sustainable international cooperation.

IISCC aspires to be a trusted facilitator of international academic engagement, helping institutions strengthen their global presence and develop long-term relationships.

Through strategic programs such as UIDP, we support universities in pursuing their internationalization priorities and building lasting foundations for cooperation.

Our core values

The principles behind our partnerships.

Eight shared values guide our mission, our relationships and our approach to international academic cooperation.

Academic Excellence

Promoting quality, knowledge exchange, research collaboration and continuous institutional development.

International Cooperation

Building constructive relationships among universities, researchers and academic communities across borders.

Mutual Benefit & Reciprocity

Recognizing the interests, capacities and contributions of every participating institution.

Integrity & Transparency

Working with honesty, clear communication, responsible practices and respect for institutional commitments.

Respect for Institutional Autonomy

Respecting each partner’s mission, governance, academic standards and decision-making authority.

Innovation & Sustainable Development

Encouraging forward-looking approaches to internationalization, research and institutional capacity-building.

Cultural Understanding & Inclusiveness

Supporting respectful dialogue, intercultural understanding and constructive engagement among diverse communities.

Accountability & Professional Responsibility

Making realistic commitments and supporting responsible implementation within applicable laws and institutional requirements.

Our guiding principle

Meaningful cooperation goes beyond formal agreements.

It requires shared objectives, mutual trust, institutional commitment and practical mechanisms for implementation. IISCC seeks to facilitate partnerships that create lasting academic value and open new opportunities for education, research and international engagement.