University of Balochistan

Overview:

The University of Balochistan, located in Quetta, is the oldest institution of higher learning in the province. It plays a crucial role in the development of Pakistan and Balochistan, focusing on educating and training talented individuals to meet the needs of industry and society. The university is committed to fostering rapid socio-economic development in the region.

Academic Programs:

The university offers a wide range of academic programs across various faculties, including:

Faculty of Physical and Environmental Science:

Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, Geology, Renewable Energy, Geophysics, Centre of Excellence in Mineralogy, Environmental Sciences

Faculty of Arts and Humanities:

Archaeology, Institute of Education and Research, Fine Arts, History, Media Studies, Philosophy, Psychology, Islamic Studies

Faculty of Biological, Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences:

Botany, CASVAB, Institute of Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Zoology, Botanical Garden, Eastern Medicine, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Practice, Physical Therapy, Pharmacy

Faculty of Literature & Languages:

Balochi, Brahui, Pashto, Persian, Urdu, China Study Centre, Balochistan Study Centre, English Literature, Linguistics and Philology

Faculty of Management and Information Sciences:

Commerce, Economics, Institute of Management Sciences, Library & Information Science

Faculty of Social Sciences:

Anthropology, Area Study Center, Disaster Management & Development Studies, International Relations, University Law College, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology, Gender & Development Studies, Pakistan Study Center, Geography and Regional Planning

Other:

The university has several sub-campuses and centers, including:

• Centre of Excellence in Mineralogy
• Pakistan Study Center
• Area Study Center
• Balochistan Study Centre
• China Study Centre
• Kharan Campus
• Mastung Campus
• Pishin Campus
• Killa Saifullah Campus

The university also publishes several journals, newsletters, and reports, and has a digital library and a YouTube channel.