The University Council is formed in accordance with the University's by-laws and is chaired by the University President and the following members:

1. Vice presidents
2. Deans
3. A faculty staff member elected by faculty members at the beginning of each academic year to serve for a period of one year
4. Directors of three administrative departments, appointed by the President for a period of one year
5. Two members from the local community, appointed by the University President
6. A students representative appointed by the University President for one year
7. One member from the University Alumni appointed by the University President for one year.

The University Council holds the following responsibilities:

1. Drawing the general academic policies for the University, which aim at upgrading the level of teaching, training and scientific research to fulfill the needs of national developmental plans.
2. Evaluating the University plans and reviewing its regulations.
3. Strengthening the University's relationships with the public and private sectors.
4. Examining the annual budget before submitting it to the Board of Trustees for approval.