Overview
The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) is one of the oldest and most prestigious agricultural universities in Pakistan. it is located in Faisalabad, Punjab, and is renowned for its contributions to agricultural education, research, and development.
1. General Information
| Established | 1906 (as Agricultural College and Research Institute, upgraded to a university in 1961) |
| Type | Public Sector University |
| Location | Faisalabad, 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. Iqrar Ahmad Khan |
2. Campuses
UAF operates from its main campus in Faisalabad, which spans over 1,900 acres. The university also has several sub campuses and research stations across Punjab, including
- Sub-Campus Toba Tek Singh
- Sub-Campus Bure Wala
- Sub-Campus Delappe
- Research Stations: Located in various regions for agricultural research and experimentation.
3. Academic Programs
Faculty of Agriculture
Undergraduate Programs
- BSc (Hons) Agriculture
- BSc (Hons) Agronomy
- BSc (Hons) Horticulture
Postgraduate Programs
- MSc (Hons) Agriculture
- PhD in Agriculture
Faculty of Food, Nutrition, and Home Sciences
Undergraduate Programs
- BSc (Hons) Food Science and Technology
- BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Postgraduate Programs
- MSc (Hons) and PhD in Food Science and Nutrition.
Faculty of Animal Husbandry
Undergraduate Programs:
- BSc (Hons) Animal Sciences
Postgraduate Programs
- MSc (Hons) and PhD in Animal Sciences.
4. Research and Innovation
- Institute of Horticultural Sciences
- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences
- Institute of Animal Nutrition and Feed Technology
- Centre for Advanced Studies in Agriculture and Food Security
- Centre for Agricultural Biochemistry and Biotechnology (CABB)
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.
7. Facilities
Libraries the central library and departmental libraries provide access to thousands of books, journals, and digital resources.
- Hostels: Separate hostels for male and female students.
- Sports and Recreation: Facilities for cricket, football, hockey, and other sports.
- Research Farms: Extensive agricultural research farms for practical training and experimentation.
- Auditoriums and Conference Halls: For academic and cultural events.
8. Contact Information
- Address: University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
- Phone: +92-41-9200161
- Email: info@uaf.edu.pk
- Website: www.uaf.edu.pk
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