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Spread over 1200 acres of land, the University of Karachi was established through the parliament as a Federal University in 1951. However, through another act of the parliament in 1962, its status was redefined as the university of the province of Sindh. On 23rd October 1950, the Karachi University Act was passed and after an amendment in 1951, it was enacted, and Prof A. B. A Haleem was appointed as its first Vice-Chancellor. For the first two years, the University of Karachi remained as an examination University for the affiliated colleges. In the year 1953, it started its teaching and research activities at two Faculties of Arts and Science. Opened with an initial intake of 50 students, the university is now a sprawling structure of 53 Departments and 20 world-class and highly reputable Research Centers and Institutes, under eight faculties of Arts, Science, Islamic Studies, Pharmacy, Management, and Administrative Sciences, Law, Education, and Medicine. At present, the enrolment of regular students at the Campus is slightly over 24,000. There are over 800 teachers and more than 2500 supporting staff. The Karachi University today is the biggest in the country. It comprises eight faculties with which all the colleges of the city are affiliated. B.S., M.S., M.Phil. and Ph.D. classes under five of these faculties Arts, Science, Pharmacy, Management and Administrative Science and Islamic Learning are conducted on the campus, while under the Faculties of Medicine, law, and Education it examines the students admitted to their affiliated colleges. Research programmers leading to M.Phil and Ph.D. The degree is offered under all the faculties. The Science Faculty which consists of 23 departments and five research Institutes can be said to be the biggest science center in the country. The Research Institutes include the HEJ Research Institute of Chemistry, which is world-renowned and has also been designated the World Academy of Science. It is the prime research institute of the country and has high-level research faculties for chemical science particularly Natural Product Chemistry. The library of the university is one of the largest libraries in the country. Housed in a spacious building, it has a collection of over 360,000 books and over 110,000 copies of national and foreign journals and periodicals. There is also a microfilm section that has copies of rare manuscripts from the British Museum, the India Office Library, and the Bodleian and Cambridge University libraries. A highlight of the library is Quaid-i-Azam's collection of books, many of which carry his signature. Copies of the All India Muslim League papers are also available. Work is in progress for setting up a resource center, equipped with internet and scanner microfiche. Now, the Central Library is being gradually digitalized and will be able to cater to a larger number of students. The LEJ National Science Centre is the most significant addition to the Karachi University which is a recent development. The center not only houses one of the largest digital libraries of the mechanism and capacity to assist another campus library by resources and provide leadership in the application of technology to help the researchers, scientists, but scholars and students of academic and R&D institutions of Pakistan Facilities of video conferencing are also available and fully operative. Besides the central library, every department also has its seminar library equipped with the necessary books. The University of Karachi introduced the Evening program in 1995 to provide an opportunity to the in-service peoples and professionals to pursue higher education in the evening initially at a few departments The program started while gradually the number of departments offering degree courses in the evening has increased. Four-Year Degree Program: The latest development this year is the introduction of a four-year degree program at the University to bring the university education to par with the International standards. In the revised curricula of four years program, a number of the new subject have been added to enable the passed out students to have wider opportunities in the job market. The University has now embraced a gigantic process of multifaceted progress with an emphasis on capacity building and quality enchantment. Ever since its inception, it is in this era that constitutional and statutory bodies of the university are holding their meeting at regular intervals, further bolstering the process. Already completed Botanical Garden is first of its kind in the country. The Garden adds plenty of beauty to the campus on the one hand while on the other it serves as an open lab for Plant scientists. Construction of hostels for the visiting faculty and research scholars and additional facilities for M.Phil/Ph.D scholars have further enhanced chances for quality and speedy research. The perennial residential problems at the campus are also expected to solve partially with the completion of new blocks of the staff apartments. All these and many other successes were due to active encouragements the university received from the Higher Education Commission and the Chancellor of the University. Several new development projects are on the anvil while many others are at various stages of completion. The University is now moving fast on the path of developments playing its due role in the national development. View full university

The College is situated opposite Boating Basin in Clifton, a quiet area of the city, free from noise and other pollution. It is located only 4km from the city center (Saddar) easily accessible by all types of public transport. The College is housed in a modern and spacious, purpose-built having covered area, of 100,000 sq. Ft. There are lecture rooms, specious learning resource centers (latest audio-visual aids), auditorium having a seating capacity for 300 persons, seminar room, dissection hall, anatomy museum, pharmacology museum, laboratories for all departments (physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, forensic medicine, community medicine, dental materials, community dentistry, oral pathology, phantom head lab, oral biology, and oral anatomy) library, common rooms for students and faculty members, well-furnished cafeteria. Students' participation in college activities is ensured through class representation. Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls has been sponsored by Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences Trust, Dedicated to promoting health and medical education. Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences has been established and is now affiliated with the University of Karachi, to set up a “Centre of Excellence" in medical education. The sponsors are committed to funding an institution that would provide medical education of a high standard and also contribute toward the character building of the students. To produce competent professionals, having a strong academic background, eager and able to meet the challenges offered by the present society in modern times, the first step towards achieving this objective is to ensure merit-based admissions. Establishing a medical & dental college exclusively for girls is to fill up a major gap in the field of medical education in the megapolis of Karachi where there is no other college catering solely for the female students, who comprise about 50% of the population. This college is the first of its kind in the private sector in Pakistan. Texas Tech College of Medicine, U.S.A. has agreed to collaborate and help in the establishment of Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences by providing advice on aspects of clinical and basic sciences and training of Medical Sciences by providing advice on aspects of clinical and basic sciences and training of Medical Students. Similar efforts are underway with other institutions and universities abroad. Our first batch of medical students passed out in May 2004, and the last batch in 2014. Our mission is to create an opportunity for aspirant lady medical officers for their intellectual, spiritual, emotional, cultural & Physical development, to grow up as the best of medical officers. After completing the training at Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls, a graduate shall be able to: Identify the clinical situation and their complications, which needs a referral to secondary or tertiary health care facilities for further diagnosis and/or treatment. Perform routine diagnostic procedures and rationally interpret the result of these and more sophisticated procedures performed by others. Understand the importance of those biological, chemical, physical, social, and cultural factors, which may adversely influence the physical and mental health of an individual or the community, and work to protect them from such factors. Work confidently as a leader and comfortably as a member of a team of health professionals / social workers for promoting health and solving health problems in the community. Locate the source of scientific information to continuously pursue self-learning and critically analyze and assesses the value of scientific literature, diagnostic, and therapeutic materials /devices. Plan and execute simple research programs aimed at solving the health problems of the Community. Emit these professional responsibilities honestly, sincerely, and in the best interest of the patient without any other consideration. View full university

To establish a world-class institution of business learning dedicated to producing creative leaders capable of competing in the global market place. KSBL is a leading international business school that provides future business leaders with the knowledge and skills to compete in a global market place. KSBL is committed to promoting the core values of diversity, independence, integrity, and entrepreneurial spirit by creating a community of world-class managers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. The mission of KSBL is grounded in the belief that the provision of premier business education will strengthen the private sector and create innovative leaders able to transform Pakistan and the region. The Karachi School of Business and Leadership (KSBL) was established because a group of Pakistani business and corporate leaders recognized that Karachi, the business and commercial hub of Pakistan, needed a world-class business school. They envisioned KSBL as a graduate management school that would offer high-quality, leading-edge programs to the many talented young men and women in the country and those accepted abroad. Their vision for a world-class institution is being implemented by deploying the following vital elements: Providing state-of-the-art buildings and facilities for the school's dedicated campus site. Recruiting an eminent faculty with strong academic and research credentials to teach an internationally recognized curriculum. Admitting a highly diverse and talented student body based on their abilities and leadership potential. KSBL is a school with a social conscience. It will promote economic and social change by developing leaders who will impact organizations through their knowledge, skills, and expertise and contribute to business excellence by ensuring the application of highly professional and ethical practices in the national and international marketplace. View full university

Karachi Medical and Dental College is an institution that highly values its students. That is why we strive to provide them with the best learning experience throughout their graduation. Every brick of the KMDC building was laid to support this objective. The result is eminent in building a building that facilitates learning while offering equal opportunities for entertainment. Take a virtual tour of Pakistan’s finest medical institution and learn how we strive to provide the highest standard of academic experience and why KMDC students enjoy single every day in the institute. Join KMDC and become a more productive part of the community. Karachi Medical and Dental College was founded to revolutionize the standards of medical education in the country. Our vision is to train the health sector workforce of the future by emphasizing learning and research and development in clinical skills. To achieve its goals, KMDC plays a proactive role in reviewing improvements in existing bodies of knowledge. Many initiatives place KMDC in a completely different league compared to other medical colleges in the country. It was also the first medical education institution to base its admission solely on merit. Through its affiliation with Abbassi Shaheed Hospital, KMDC aims to provide innovative and patient-oriented health care. Our efforts are geared towards the economic development and well being of Pakistan. More than two decades have passed, and KMDC has evolved into one of the most competitive medical colleges. Several awards and achievements adorn the short yet shining history of the institution. It is recognized and approved by central governing bodies, including PMDC, Ministry of Health, FAIMER, and AVICENNA. Founded in 1991, Karachi Medical & Dental College is Pakistan’s first medical and dental college established, managed, and administered by a Municipal Corporatist public sector hospital in the country. Other medical colleges soon followed suit, and thus, KMDC became a prominent contributor in raising the standards of education in Pakistan. The college was established to cater to the escalated demands of Pakistan’s largest metropolitan and meet the competitive standards of medical and dental education globally. With only 50 MBBS and 25 BDS students in its first year, KMDC enrolls around 250 medical and 100 dental students every year. Despite the spur of countless medical colleges and institutes in Karachi, KMDC has maintained its position as one of the most prestigious and highly-esteemed medical and dental institutions in Pakistan. View full university

Karachi Institute of Power Engineering (KINPOE) has developed a qualified workforce in Nuclear Power Technology. KINPOE is affiliated with the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences for the award of Master of Science degree in Nuclear Power; previously, it was affiliated with NED University of Engineering and Technology Karachi to award Master of Engineering Degree in Nuclear Power Engineering. Initially, KINPOE functioned as the Karachi Nuclear Power Training Centre (KNPTC). For the first two decades, KNPTC organized a one-year post-graduate training program for engineers & technicians nearly for the operation and maintenance of KANUPP. The academic programs of KNPTC underwent many revisions to increase emphasis on developing better analytical and design skills. In 1993, the master's degree program in nuclear power engineering was started KINPOE is uniquely qualified for this program. The design, construction, and operation of a power plant and its associated facilities require many science and engineering areas. To provide a broad-based technical knowledge, KINPOE offers the degree of Master of Science in Nuclear Power Engineering to candidates from diverse engineering and scientific backgrounds. All candidates are offered a fellowship to undertake this course. The academic program is of two-year duration, spread over a seven-week zero semester and five regular semesters of 14 weeks each. Selected candidates should be ready to undertake serious studies. KINPOE and CHASCENT offer a broad-based Post-Graduate Training Program (PGTP), where candidates from diverse engineering backgrounds are admitted. The training program consists of a six-week orientation under the zeroeth semester's name, followed by two regular semesters of classroom training, lab work & assessments at each level. After the end of the second semester, the candidates will perform on-job training and plant visits. The entire program covers one year. Diploma holders and Science graduates trained in necessary nuclear technology are essential for the safe operation and maintenance of nuclear facilities. For this purpose, KINPOE has offered a one-year Post Diploma Training Program (PDTP) in Nuclear Power Plant Technology since 1973. The training includes classroom instructions, laboratory experiments, and field visits. Upon completing successful training, selected candidates may be appointed as Tech-1. In contrast, Science graduates may be appointed as Scientific Assistant-1 and can be assigned tasks related to operation or maintenance in nuclear power plants or related installations. View full university

Time and its needs have rapidly altered over the past few decades. Today, nations and countries' success and well-being have entirely rest on Science, Technology, IT, and, Entrepreneurship. PAF-KIET aims to achieve excellence in higher education and enable its graduates to secure good jobs and make rapid access to strategic portfolios in reputable organizations. As such, the institute strongly emphasizes that its faculty and students keep abreast of the contemporary demands of academics' international standards. The ultimate goal of faculty, comprising highly qualified professionals, at PAF-KIET is to ensure the provision of quality education that will enable the students for significant contributions both towards the development of their professional careers and their progress country. Our modern facilities, equipment, and training aids help students achieve excellence in academics and their professional objectives. "To be amongst the leading Universities of the world where an excellent environment for education, research, and innovation exists, to produce quality leaders and entrepreneurs." "PAF-KIET is committed to providing a quality learning and research environment in order to inculcate fundamental and specialized knowledge and skill for producing competent professionals with a focus on technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship." We are proud of our values, and longterm commitment to Academic Excellence - We stand for spearheading the pursuit of academic excellence by our faculty and students. Commitment to Students - We hold on to a rock-hard commitment to our students for enabling them to make men and women of values and professionals of unmatched expertise. Service to Community - We see the community's benefit as the ultimate good stemming from any intellectual endeavor. Academic Freedom - We allow unlimited freedom of expression to faculty and students for meaningful discussion and purposeful exchange of ideas. Accountability - We promote the most robust possible sense of civic and professional accountability as crucial values for making the world an even better place to live in. Integrity - We believe that any progressive move attains meaning and significance only if the individuals involved are imbued with a strong sense of personal and professional integrity. Student-Centered Learning - We give our nation's fresh minds maximum opportunity to learn by questioning, debating, and leading rather than passive listening and robotic obedience. View full university

IBA is the oldest business school outside North America. It was established in 1955 with initial technical support provided by the world-famous Wharton School of Finance, the University of Pennsylvania later, the University of Southern California set up various facilities at the Institute, and several prominent American professors were assigned to the IBA. IBA has zealously guarded the high standards and academic traditions it had inherited from Wharton and USC while adapting and adjusting them with time. "To be among the best learning institutions in Pakistan—recognized for developing potential leaders, nurturing a vibrant community of scholars and practitioners, generating innovative ideas, and promoting creative solutions that address the needs of Pakistan, the region, and the global community." For the Institute of Business Administration, 2016 marks both the end of one era and another. After completing a successful inning spanning over eight years, Dr. Ishrat handed over the baton of IBA's leadership to the next Dean and Director. To date, the IBA has been led by ten visionary individuals, and each has made his significant contribution to the development of the Institute. Their contribution to making IBA the institution that it is today can never be discounted. But history will record Dr. Ishrat Husain's outstanding performance as a pivotal moment, one that carried the institution firmly but surely into the 21st century. The IBA today sets a standard that other institutions emulate and serves as a beacon of hope and success for students across the nation. The Institute has gone through significant changes over these six decades to embrace a more comprehensive set of disciplines in its curricula. These changes have been made to respond to society's requirements, the market, and the economy. They are also an outcome of associations forged with credible institutions, both local and international, and various stakeholders' most prominent being the IBA Alumni. During the last eight years, the Institute has witnessed massive developments in all areas ranging from infrastructure, accreditations, increase in programs, faculty, and students to linkages, thus changing IBA's physical and academic landscape. Prominent among Dr. Ishrat's contributions is overseeing the inception and development of Centres of Excellence such as Centre for Excellence in Islamic Finance (CEIF), Centre for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ), Centre for Business and Economics Research (CBER), Centre for Executive Education, Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) and the Ardeshir Cowasjee Centre for Writing. The establishment of Centres of Excellence fulfills a crucial need by servicing professional communities outside the institution and student, faculty, and staff. They complement the institution's mission and serve as crucial avenues through which the IBA returns to society. View full university