Overview
The University of Peshawar (UOP) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Pakistan. Located in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, it has a rich history and a strong reputation for academic excellence.
1. General Information
| Established | October 1950 |
| Location | Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan |
| Chancellor | Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (ex-officio) |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Dr. Muhammad Asif Khan (as of the latest update) |
| Campus | Urban, spread over 1,000 acres |
| Affiliation | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan |
2. Academic Programs
UOP offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. The university is organized into several faculties and institutes, including:
Faculty of Physical and Numerical Sciences
- Departments: Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, etc.
Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences
- Departments: Botany, Environmental Sciences, Microbiology, Zoology, etc.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Departments: Archaeology, English, Fine Arts, History, Islamic Studies, Philosophy, etc.
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Departments: Economics, Gender Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, etc.
Faculty of Management and Information Sciences
- Departments: Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, etc.
Faculty of Islamic and Oriental Studies
- Departments: Arabic, Persian, Pashto, Urdu, etc.
Faculty of Biological and Agricultural Sciences
- Departments: Agriculture, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, etc.
Faculty of Pharmacy
- Departments: Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, etc.
Faculty of Law
- Departments: Law, Shariah, etc.
3. Campuses and Colleges
UOP has multiple campuses and affiliated colleges, including:
- Main Campus: Peshawar
- Sub-Campuses: Abbottabad, Chitral, Dir, Kohat, and Mardan
- Affiliated Colleges: Jinnah College for Women, Islamia College University, and others.
4. Research and Development
UOP is actively involved in research and innovation. It has several research centers and institutes, including:
- Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology
- Centre of Excellence in Geology
- Pakistan Study Centre
- Area Study Centre (Russia, China, and Central Asia)
- Centre for Plant Sciences and Biodiversity
5. Facilities
- Libraries: Central Library with a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.
- Hostels: Separate hostels for male and female students.
- Sports Facilities: Grounds for cricket, football, hockey, and other sports.
- Laboratories: Well-equipped labs for science, engineering, and technology programs.
- Health Services: A medical center for students and staff.
- Transport: Bus services for students and faculty.
6. Admissions
- Admissions are offered based on merit and entrance tests, depending on the program. The university announces admission schedules twice a year (spring and fall semesters).
7. Contact Information
- Address: University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
- Phone: +92-91-9218471
- Website: www.uop.edu.pk
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