Using the communication technology of the twenty first century, Virtual Education has been used by different and reputable educational centers in the world. Today, under the name of "Virtual University”, it is possible to offer the educational services in new methods. As a pioneer higher education institute in Iran, by expanding its educational domain, Iran University of science and Technology has established the E-Learning Center on 2004 as one of the first higher education centers in Iran which undertakes to admit and educate students via advanced technology of communication and Internet network. The main objective of this center is to admit and educate students in academic programs by using the electronic techniques (Virtual). The students of this center are formally admitted to the University after successful passing of all courses of the first semester. Except the final term examinations in each academic semester, the students pursue their educational activities electronically and via Internet.

  At present, bachelor programs of Computer Engineering and Industrial Engineering, and master programs of Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, and Architecture are offered virtually by the center.

  Except some special courses which are typically handled during summer, all courses of the academic fields are prepared and produced in electronic form. The course subjects of each session, after being presented in the center, will be posted in the network at the disposal of the students for a limited time. After observing and studying each session of teaching, the students may put their questions via email, chat room or online classes and address the respective instructor.