The University of Karachi (UoK) is one of the oldest and largest public research universities in Pakistan. It was established in 1951 in Karachi, Sindh. UoK is known for providing quality education at an affordable cost and has become a center for academic and research excellence in South Asia.

History and Establishment

• Established: June 1951
• Chartered By: Government of Pakistan
• Type: Public Research University
• Purpose: To meet the growing demand for higher education after Pakistan’s independence

Faculties and Departments
UoK has nine major faculties offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs:

• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
• Faculty of Islamic Studies
• Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences
• Faculty of Pharmacy
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Medicine (with affiliated colleges)

Over 50 departments and 20 research institutes support studies in various fields.

Research and Innovation
Key research centers include:

• International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS)
• Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research
• Applied Economics Research Centre (AERC)
• Institute of Business Administration (IBA – originally part of UoK)

Academic Programs
Offered Programs:

• Bachelor’s (BA, BSc, BBA, BS, LLB, Pharm-D, etc.)
• Master’s (MA, MSc, MBA, MCom, etc.)
• MPhil and PhD
• Diploma and Certificate Courses

Admission Cycle:

• Admissions usually open in Fall
• Entry tests required for some programs

Apply Online:

• Website: https://uok.edu.pk

Faculty and Staff

• Over 800 full-time faculty members
• Most are PhD holders with research experience
• Frequent guest lecturers from international institutions

Campus Life and Facilities

• 1,279 acres of campus area
• Dr. Mahmood Hussain Library
• Sports Complex
• Food Courts and Cafeterias
• Medical Centre
• Student Transport Services
• Mosques and Prayer Rooms
• Limited Hostel Facilities
• Student societies and clubs

International Collaborations
UoK has partnerships with global organizations and universities, promoting:

• Student and faculty exchanges
• Joint research projects
• Work with UNESCO, WHO, and COMSTECH

Location & Contact

• Address: Main University Road, Karachi 75270, Pakistan
• Phone: +92 21 9926 1300

Why Choose University of Karachi?

• Strong academic tradition
• Active research environment
• Wide range of programs
• Affordable public education
• Large and diverse campus life
• International recognition