# Islamic University of Maldives

> university in the Maldives

**Wikidata**: [Q135190778](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q135190778)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/islamic-university-of-maldives

## Summary
The Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) is a university located in Malé, Maldives, founded on February 21, 2004. It is the first Islamic university established in the country, operating in both English and Divehi languages.

## Key Facts
- Founded on February 21, 2004.
- Located in Malé, Maldives.
- Official website is https://www.ium.edu.mv/ (operates in English and Divehi).
- Also known as IUM and College of Islamic Studies.
- ROR identifier: 02m4bb038.
- Classified as a university (academic institution for further education).
- Sitelink count on Wikidata: 206 (class: university).

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Islamic University of Maldives established?
A: The Islamic University of Maldives was established on February 21, 2004.

### Q: Where is the Islamic University of Maldives located?
A: The university is located in Malé, Maldives.

### Q: What languages does the Islamic University of Maldives use?
A: The university operates in both English and Divehi languages.

### Q: What is the Islamic University of Maldives also known as?
A: It is also known as IUM and College of Islamic Studies.

## Why It Matters
The Islamic University of Maldives holds significance as the first Islamic university established in the Maldives. It plays a crucial role in providing higher education within the nation, specifically offering Islamic studies alongside other disciplines. By operating in both English and Divehi, it caters to the linguistic diversity of the Maldivian population, ensuring accessibility for a broad student base. Its establishment in 2004 marked a milestone for Islamic higher education in the country, contributing to the development of local academic capacity and knowledge dissemination aligned with Islamic principles. The university serves a key role in meeting the educational needs of the Maldives, particularly in the fields of Islamic studies and teacher training.

## Notable For
- Being the first Islamic university established in the Maldives.
- Its location in the capital city, Malé.
- Operating its official website and primary activities in both English and Divehi languages.
- Its unique focus on Islamic studies within the higher education landscape of the Maldives.

## Body
### Founding and Identity
- Established on February 21, 2004.
- Officially recognized as a university (instance_of: university).
- Functions as an academic institution for further education.
- Commonly known by the abbreviations IUM and "College of Islamic Studies".
- Associated ROR identifier: 02m4bb038 (reference: Q135732912).

### Location and Operations
- Located in Malé, Maldives (located_in: Maldives, Malé).
- Official website: https://www.ium.edu.mv/
- Website and university operations utilize both English and Divehi languages (qualifier: P407: English, Divehi).
- Described as a "university in the Maldives" (wikidata_description).

### Classification and Recognition
- Classified under the academic class "university".
- Has 206 sitelinks on Wikidata under the university class.

## References

1. ROR release v1.69