Syrian Virtual University
A Syrian state university that offers degrees fully online, founded in 2002 and open to students in Syria and abroad, with exams at accredited centers.
About Syrian Virtual University
The Syrian Virtual University (SVU) was established on 2 September 2002 by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research under Legislative Decree No. 25, and is regarded as the first virtual university in the region. It offers online degree programs, including bachelor's, postgraduate and diploma programs in fields such as information technology, business and economics, and education. Students study online and sit exams at SVU-accredited centers in Syria and abroad.
Key Features
- Fully Online Study: Follow the courses online, without moving to a campus.
- Students in Syria and Abroad: Programs are open to students inside Syria and in other countries.
- Exams at Accredited Centers: Exams are held at accredited centers inside and outside Syria.
- Telecenters: SVU created telecenters in several governorates for students without good home internet.
How to Get Started
- Open the SVU website, svuonline.org, and look through the programs.
- Check the admission requirements for the program you want.
- Apply through the website and send the documents requested.
- After you are admitted, pay the tuition fees and start the courses.
SVU is a state university with tuition fees, and the website is mainly in Arabic. Admission requirements, fees and the programs on offer change, so check them on the official site. If you plan to use an SVU degree outside Syria, ask the employer or the university there whether it recognises it.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Syrian Virtual University work with a foreign bank card in Syria? Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Syrian Virtual University available in English? Not officially — the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Syrian Virtual University? No, an international phone number generally works for Syrian Virtual University.
Do I need local ID or residency for Syrian Virtual University? No, Syrian Virtual University doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.