The Statistics Division is one of the key divisions within the Department of Studies and Planning at the Presidency of the University of Mosul. It plays a central role in supporting planning and decision-making processes by providing accurate, reliable, and up-to-date statistical data and information covering various academic, administrative, and scientific aspects of the University.

The Division is responsible for collecting, verifying, standardizing, classifying, analyzing, and organizing data received from the University’s various academic and administrative units in accordance with approved statistical frameworks and reporting standards. The data are subsequently presented in the form of tables, reports, and statistical indicators that can be used in the preparation of annual plans and future strategies. The Division also responds to the data and information requirements of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, as well as government departments and other official institutions.

Furthermore, the Division contributes to developing a comprehensive statistical information base that assists the University’s senior management in evaluating institutional performance, identifying needs, assessing capacity, planning student admissions, and monitoring student enrollment, graduates, human resources, and research output. These functions enhance the efficiency of planning and support evidence-based decision-making across the University.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Statistics Division

1. Preparation and Standardization of University Statistics

• Collecting data and statistics from all colleges, centers, departments, and academic and administrative units of the University of Mosul.
• Standardizing statistical reporting mechanisms and forms submitted by the University’s various units.
• Verifying and reviewing data to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and the absence of duplication or discrepancies.
• Preparing the annual University statistical report in accordance with the tables and forms approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
• Providing the Ministry with the required statistical reports and tables within the specified deadlines.
• Periodically updating data to ensure the availability of current and reliable information for planning and decision-making.

2. Statistics on Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students

The Division prepares and monitors statistical indicators related to the University’s undergraduate and postgraduate students, including:

• Number of admitted students.
• Number of currently enrolled and continuing students.
• Number of successful students.
• Number of students who have failed.
• Number of students granted academic deferments.
• Number of students who have withdrawn or discontinued their studies.
• Number of transferred students.
• Distribution of students by college, department, specialization, gender, and mode of study.
• Monitoring student numbers in morning and evening study programs.
• Preparing statistics on postgraduate students at their various stages of study.

3. Preparation of Graduate Statistics

• Preparing annual statistics on the number of graduates.
• Compiling statistics on graduates of morning and evening undergraduate programs.
• Preparing data and statistics on postgraduate graduates.
• Classifying graduates according to colleges, departments, specializations, and academic degrees.
• Providing graduate data, when required, for planning, studies, research, and official statistical purposes.

4. Preparation of the University’s Annual Statistical Report

The Division is responsible for preparing and organizing the Annual Statistical Report of the University of Mosul, which represents one of the principal sources of information on the University’s academic, research, and administrative activities. The report includes a wide range of indicators, most notably:

• Numbers of students and graduates.
• Numbers of academic and administrative staff.
• Undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• University theses and dissertations.
• Published scientific research.
• Authored and translated books.
• Patents.
• Conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Scientific research projects.
• Professional development programs for academic and administrative staff.
• Capacity figures for colleges and academic departments.
• Central, branch, and digital libraries.
• Scholarships, fellowships, and study leaves.
• Agreements, memoranda of understanding, and bilateral partnerships.
• Indicators related to national and international university rankings.
• Various academic, administrative, and research indicators reflecting the University’s activities and performance.

5. Preparation of the Annual Plan

• Contributing to the preparation of the annual plan of the University of Mosul and its various units.
• Collecting the required data from colleges, centers, and departments.
• Analyzing historical indicators and utilizing them to identify future needs.
• Organizing data related to academic, research, and administrative activities.
• Monitoring indicators that support the assessment of annual plan implementation.
• Providing the Department of Studies and Planning with the statistical data required for the preparation of future plans.

6. Preparation of the University Admissions Plan

The Division contributes to the preparation of the student admissions plan through:

• Collecting and analyzing data on student numbers and the capacity of colleges and academic departments.
• Assessing the expected number of students to be admitted to various academic programs.
• Taking into consideration the human and material resources available to colleges.
• Preparing statistical tables related to the admissions plan.
• Coordinating with colleges and relevant authorities to determine actual admission requirements.
• Supporting decision-making regarding admission numbers in accordance with the University’s available capacity.

7. Supporting Students and Scientific Research

• Facilitating access for undergraduate and postgraduate students to the statistical data available through the Division.
• Assisting students and researchers in obtaining the information required for scientific research and graduation projects.
• Providing statistical data in accordance with approved regulations and procedures.
• Guiding researchers towards appropriate data sources when necessary.
• Collaborating with colleges and academic departments in providing information that may support academic studies and research.

8. Providing Data to Government Institutions and Official Authorities

• Preparing and providing government departments and official institutions with statistical data related to the University of Mosul.
• Responding to official requests for statistical data and information.
• Preparing the required tables and reports in accordance with approved official formats.
• Coordinating with University units to obtain the required data and verify its accuracy before submitting it to the requesting authorities.

9. Preparation of Statistical and Analytical Indicators

• Transforming raw data into measurable and analytically useful statistical indicators.
• Preparing tables and indicators that assist senior management in monitoring the University’s performance.
• Analyzing annual changes in student numbers, graduates, staff, and research output.
• Developing indicators that support the identification of future needs.
• Supporting comparisons across academic years, colleges, departments, and specializations.
• Contributing to the provision of data required for institutional performance assessment.

10. Development and Updating of Statistical Databases

• Systematically organizing and maintaining the University’s statistical data.
• Continuously updating statistical databases.
• Classifying data according to type, source, academic year, and organizational unit.
• Facilitating the retrieval of information when required.
• Supporting digital transformation in data and statistical management.
• Contributing to the development of centralized databases that enable timely and accurate access to institutional information.

11. Special Statistics and Studies

The Division prepares special statistical reports and studies according to the needs of the University and relevant authorities, including:

• Statistics on student numbers by specialization.
• Statistics on academic and administrative staff.
• Scientific research statistics.
• Postgraduate studies statistics.
• Graduate statistics.
• Admissions and capacity statistics.
• Scientific and cultural activity statistics.
• Statistics on conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Any other data or indicators required for planning and decision-making purposes.

12. Coordination and Follow-up with University Units

• Maintaining continuous coordination with colleges, centers, and departments to obtain the required data.
• Monitoring the compliance of University units with established deadlines for submitting data.
• Standardizing data collection methodologies to ensure consistency, comparability, and analytical reliability.
• Addressing discrepancies or errors identified in statistical data.
• Providing guidance on the preparation of statistical tables and reporting forms.

13. Supporting Decision-Making and Strategic Planning

• Providing the Department of Studies and Planning and senior management with the data and indicators required for informed decision-making.
• Contributing to data-driven decision-making based on accurate and reliable information.
• Supporting the preparation of the University’s strategic and annual plans.
• Providing indicators required to measure performance, progress, and levels of achievement.
• Contributing to the identification of strengths, needs, and challenges through the analysis of statistical data.

Vision of the Statistics Division

To achieve leadership in developing an integrated, reliable, and comprehensive university statistical system that provides accurate and timely data and supports strategic planning and evidence-based decision-making, thereby contributing to the continuous improvement of institutional performance at the University of Mosul.

Mission of the Statistics Division

To provide and manage university data and statistics with accuracy, transparency, and efficiency through systematic collection, organization, analysis, and continuous updating, and to provide such information to relevant stakeholders in accordance with approved standards and reporting frameworks, thereby supporting education, scientific research, planning, and institutional development.

Conclusion

The Statistics Division represents a fundamental source of statistical data and institutional information at the University of Mosul. It plays a vital role in collecting, verifying, analyzing, organizing, and transforming data into statistical indicators and reports that support the University’s academic, research, and administrative activities.

The Division also contributes to the preparation of annual plans and admissions plans, supports strategic planning, provides data to students, researchers, and official institutions, and facilitates the transition towards data- and evidence-based planning. Through these efforts, the Division contributes to enhancing institutional efficiency, improving the quality of decision-making, and strengthening the overall performance of the University of Mosul.