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University of Peshawar (UoP)

History

Foundation (1950): Founded in 1950, the University of Peshawar was established after the independence of Pakistan to meet the increasing need for higher education.
Quaid-e-Azam’s Vision: Its establishment was brought about by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who wanted it to be an institution of learning that would help build the nation.
Evolution:
- Inherited assets from Islamia College (founded in 1913), converted into a constituent college of UoP.
- Expanded over the years into its present form with many faculties, departments, and affiliated colleges.

Academics and Faculties

Faculty of Arts and Humanities: Departments such as Philosophy, History, and English Literature.
Faculty of Social Sciences: International Relations, Sociology, and Economics.
Faculty of Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, and Biological Sciences.
Faculty of Islamic and Oriental Studies: Islamic studies and oriental languages.
Faculty of Management and Information Sciences: Business Administration, IT, and Management.
Faculty of Law: Recognized for its role in developing legal education in Pakistan.

Important Features

Campus:
- Principal campus at the foot of the Khyber Pass with green surroundings.
- Research centers, libraries, hostels, and recreation facilities.
Affiliations: Islamia College; Pakistan Forest Institute; and other colleges and research institutes.
Research & Development:
- Strong in archaeology, regional studies, and environmental sciences.
- National Centre of Excellence in Geology.
International Collaborations: Partnerships with universities and research institutions worldwide for academic exchange and collaborative research.

Notable Alumni

Malik Saad Khan (renowned police officer)
Distinguished academics and leaders across politics, public service, and scholarship.

Significance
The University of Peshawar has made a significant contribution to Pakistan’s educational and cultural growth, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Its varied programs, research achievements, and historical stature make it an institution of reference for higher studies in the region.

Administrative Leadership

Vice-Chancellor: Principal executive officer responsible for academic and administrative activities.
Registrar: In charge of academic records, admissions, and departmental liaison.
Treasurer: Manages the university’s financial affairs, including budget and planning.
Controller of Examinations: Oversees conduct of exams and declaration of results.

Academic Staff

Department of Computer Science

Dr. Shaukat Ali, Assistant Professor, PhD (University of Peshawar)

Dr. Haleem Farman, Lecturer, PhD (Computer Science)

Muhammad Zubair, Lecturer, MPhil

Department of Physics

Dr. Ata Ur Rahman, Associate Professor (TTS), PhD

Dr. Shahzad Anwar, Assistant Professor, PhD

Muhammad Imtiaz, Lecturer, MSc (Peshawar), MPhil (QAU Islamabad)

Department of Chemical Engineering

Dr. Muddasar Habib, Professor, PhD (UK)

Dr. Saeed Gul, Professor, PhD

Support and Administrative Staff
A committed team of department coordinators, librarians, IT staff, maintenance personnel, and other support personnel ensures the smooth running of the institution.

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