University of Karachi (UoK)

Overview

The University of Karachi (UoK) is one of Pakistan’s largest and most prestigious public universities, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines. it has grown into a center of academic excellence, research, and innovation.

1. General Information

Full Name	University of Karachi (UoK)
Established	1951
Location	Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Type	Public Research University
Chancellor	Governor of Sindh
Vice-Chancellor	Prof. Dr. Khalid Mahmood Iraqi
Campus Size	1,279 acres (One of the largest universities in Pakistan)
Total Students	41,000+
Total Faculty Members	1,000+

Accreditation & Affiliations

Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan
Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC)
Pakistan Bar Council (PBC)
Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP)
Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
International Association of Universities (IAU)

2. Academic Programs & Faculties University of Karachi

The University of Karachi offers a diverse range of programs in sciences, arts, business, engineering, medicine, and social sciences.

Faculty of Science

Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology
Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Computer Science
Environmental Studies
Food Science & Technology
Genetics
Geography
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Statistics

Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

Arabic
Criminology
Economics
English
History
International Relations
Mass Communication
Pakistan Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Urdu

Faculty of Management & Administrative Sciences

Business Administration (BBA, MBA)
Public Administration (BPA, MPA)
Commerce
Economics & Finance

Faculty of Islamic Studies

Islamic History
Quran & Sunnah Studies
Usool-ud-Din
Islamic Learning

Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharm-D (Doctor of Pharmacy)
M.Phil & PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Faculty of Law

LLB (Bachelor of Law)
LLM (Master of Law)

Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Affiliated with Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) and Jinnah Medical & Dental College
Offers MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and Public Health Programs

3. Rankings & Recognition University of Karachi

One of Pakistan’s Largest Public Universities
Ranked Among Top 800 Universities in Asia (QS World Ranking)
Top University for Research in Pakistan (HEC Ranking)
Graduates Working in Multinational Companies, Government & Academia

4. Admissions & Eligibility University of Karachi

Undergraduate Programs (BS, BBA, Pharm-D, LLB, etc.)

Minimum 50% – 60% marks in Intermediate (F.Sc./A-Levels)
Entry Test Required for selected programs

Master’s Programs (MA, MSc, MBA, MPhil, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree with at least CGPA 2.5 or 50% marks
Entry Test & Interview for some programs

PhD Programs

MS/MPhil with a minimum CGPA 3.0
GAT (General/Subject) required for PhD admissions

5. Fee Structure University of Karachi

Program	Annual Fee (PKR)
BS (Science & Arts)	15,000 – 40,000
BBA/MBA	50,000 – 150,000
Pharm-D	80,000 – 120,000
MPhil/PhD	100,000 – 200,000

(Scholarships & Financial Aid available for deserving students)

6. Campus & Facilities

Hostels: Separate male & female student accommodations
Library: Dr. Mahmood Hussain Library, one of Pakistan’s largest university libraries
Research Centers: Dedicated research facilities in biotechnology, chemistry, physics, and social sciences
Transport: University shuttle service for students & faculty
Sports Complex: Cricket, football, basketball, and indoor games facilities
Cafeterias: Multiple food courts offering affordable meals
Mosque: Spacious prayer area for students and faculty

7. Contact Information

Address: University of Karachi, Main University Road, Karachi, Pakistan
Phone: +92 21 9926 1300-6
Website: www.uok.edu.pk
Email: info@uok.edu.pk

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