Overview
Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) is a prominent public sector university located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. it is dedicated to providing quality higher education exclusively to women. Named after Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah, the sister of Pakistan’s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the university aims to empower women through education, research, and leadership development.
1. General Information
| Established | 1998 |
| Type | Public Sector University |
| Location | Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Affiliation | Recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan and accredited by national and international bodies. |
| Chancellor | Governor of Punjab (ex-officio) |
| Vice Chancellor | Prof. Dr. Uzaira Rafique |
2. Campuses
FJWU operates from its main campus in Rawalpindi, which is spread over 8 acres. The university also has a sub campus in Chakwal, Punjab, to cater to students in the region.
3. Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Undergraduate Programs:
- BA (Hons) English
- BA (Hons) Psychology
- BA (Hons) Education
Postgraduate Programs:
- MA English
- MSc Psychology
- MPhil and PhD in English, Psychology, and Education
Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences
Undergraduate Programs
- BS Business Administration
- BS Public Administration
- BS Accounting and Finance
Postgraduate Programs:
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- MPhil and PhD in Management Sciences.
4. Research and Innovation
FJWU emphasizes research and innovation, with several research centers and initiatives, including:
- Center for Policy Studies
- Center for Gender Studies
- Center for Environmental Sciences
- Center for Information Technology
5. Admissions
Admissions are based on merit and entrance tests.
- Undergraduate Admissions: Applicants must pass the university’s entry test or provide equivalent qualifications.
- Postgraduate Admissions: Applicants must meet specific academic requirements and may need to pass departmental tests or interviews.
- Financial Aid: Scholarships and financial aid are available for deserving students.
6. Recognition and Rankings
- FJWU is consistently ranked among the top women’s universities in Pakistan by the HEC.
- It is recognized for its contributions to women’s education and empowerment.
7. Facilities
- Libraries: The central library and departmental libraries provide access to thousands of books, journals, and digital resources.
- Hostels: On-campus residential facilities for students.
- Sports and Recreation: Facilities for sports and extracurricular activities.
- Auditoriums and Conference Halls: For academic and cultural events.
- Computer Labs: State-of-the-art labs for IT and computer science students.
8. Contact Information
- Address: Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Old Presidency, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
- Phone: +92-51-9270050
- Email: info@fjwu.edu.pk
- Website: www.fjwu.edu.pk
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