The Faculty of Information Technology at the University of Misrata organizes the Horizons of Information Technology Conference (HIT), which focuses on discussing the latest developments and trends in the field of information technology, with special emphasis on areas such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and technical challenges in industrial and service institutions. The conference is held in the city of Misrata, Libya, at the premises of the Faculty of Information Technology. It is one of the faculty’s annual or periodic events that brings together researchers, academics, and technology professionals from within Libya and abroad.
The Faculty of Information Technology at the University of Misrata is proud to announce the launch of the second edition of the Horizons of Information Technology Conference for the year 2026 (HIT2026), which will take place from 9 May 2026 to 10 May 2026. This annual summit will bring together distinguished academic researchers, leading technology institutions, and innovative thinkers from around the world to discuss the latest developments and challenges in information technology and its impact on Libya and beyond. The conference topics will cover a wide range of current fields related to computer science and information technology, with a focus on artificial intelligence applications, digital transformation, and the accompanying challenges in both industrial and service sectors.
The University of Misrata is one of the leading public universities in Libya. It was established to serve as a beacon of education, knowledge, and scientific research in the central region of the country. The university comprises several scientific and humanities faculties and works to graduate academically and professionally qualified individuals who contribute to community service and sustainable development. The university adopts an ambitious vision toward digital transformation and academic excellence, giving special attention to promoting scientific research and fostering local and international collaboration with academic institutions around the world.
The Faculty of Information Technology is one of the pioneering colleges in technical education at the University of Misrata. It was established to meet the needs of local and regional markets for specialists in computing technologies, programming, networks, information systems, and the internet. The faculty offers academic degrees in several disciplines, including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Technologies, Software Engineering, Computer Networks, Information Systems, Internet Systems, and Multimedia.
The faculty aims to prepare graduates equipped with technical and practical skills to confidently enter the job market, support research and innovation projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, and software development, and strengthen academic and research collaboration with local and international universities.
The faculty also organizes specialized scientific events such as the Horizons of Information Technology Conference, which serves as a scientific platform that brings together academics, researchers, and experts to exchange knowledge and discuss the latest developments in technology and digital transformation.
The city of Misrata is located on the northwestern coast of Libya and is considered one of the country’s most important economic and scientific centers. The city is distinguished by its strategic geographical location overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and by its advanced commercial and industrial activity. Misrata is known as a city of knowledge and productivity, where it combines a thriving academic environment—home to the University of Misrata and its research centers—with economic and industrial growth that has made it a key hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in Libya.
The organizing committee of the Horizons of Information Technology Conference is pleased to announce that guests and interested participants may attend the conference events without the need to submit or publish a research paper, in accordance with the following conditions:
