The University of Applied Science and Technology (UAST) ( fa, دانشگاه جامع علمی - کاربردی Dāneshgah-e Jām'e Elmi Kārbordi) is a

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administrated by the

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. It was established in 1992 and has 1500 education centers in various

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. This university helps to increase skill level of employed personnel in various sectors of economic field and graduates of higher education and professional skills that are lacking in administrative. It is inspired by

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. The University of Applied Science and Technology (UAST) is a type of higher education institution that focuses on providing students with practical, hands-on training in a specific field or industry. These universities typically offer programs in technical or vocational fields, such as engineering, computer science, or business, and may also have a stronger emphasis on research and development. UASTs are generally considered to be more career-focused than traditional universities, which may place more emphasis on theoretical knowledge and the liberal arts.

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