Bahria University

Bahria University is a university in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Introduction

Bahria University was established through the Presidential Ordinance No. V of 2000. on 7th Feb 2000.

Bahria University today is a multi-campus university with its headquarters at Islamabad. The constituent units of the university are spread at Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. These include Bahria Institutes of Management and Computer Sciences at Karachi and Islamabad, the Institute of Professional Psychology at PNS SHIFA Karachi, Pakistan Naval Academy Karachi and PN War College Lahore.

The University is planned to run on self-financing basis without depending heavily on the Government funds. Its campuses were built with state of the art facilities, high tech computer/electronic laboratories and well-stocked libraries with free Internet access. The faculties of Earth & Environmental Sciences and Economics are also located within the premises of these two institutes at Islamabad and Karachi. The institute of Professional Psychology is located in renovated premises at PNS Shifa Karachi, well suited to the needs of modern teaching facilities in Psychology.

In order to update our laboratory facilities and provide best library setup, our new building known as Bahria University Headquarters, is nearing completion at Islamabad, adjacent to existing setup and its two floors will accommodate Laboratories and Library.

The future outlook of Bahria University includes, addition of new programs and Master / Phd level research oriented disciplines.

A disciplined and peaceful academic environment is maintained at these campuses to facilitate learning and timely completion of degree programs.

The emergence of Bahria University on the educational scene of Pakistan is a relatively recent phenomenon but the progress it has made so far is phenomenal. The University, however, does not want to rest on its achievements and is looking ahead for further expansion to be at par with renowned universities.

The achievements of the Bahria University over the years are indicative of dedication, hard work and expertise of the team that has constantly been serving the cause of better quality higher education in Pakistan.

The resources of the University devoted to the fulfillment of the mission, aimed at turning out value-oriented professionals and scholars, capable of creating new horizons on the glorious foundations of oriental heritage of knowledge. The University provides an academic and enabling environment, which is founded on the old philosophical belief that the ultimate reality can be reached through pure reason and intellectual pursuits. It is an endeavor to enliven the academic tradition of the educational institutions of the golden era of Muslim civilization and therefore an attempt at achieving glories through imbibing the present day rising curve of knowledge.

Seal

The seal / logo of the University is an anchor surrounded by a chain topped with a tourch and Arabic phrase "Atloob-Ul-Ilamu" meaing "Thirst for knowledge". This whole is surrounded by a golden wreath, which is typical of Pakistan. The whole wreath is then circled by a dual-shaded blue, the colors which denote water and naval authority. Apart from this, other Institute of Bahria University use some what different logo.

Mission Statement

Bahria University is a multi-campus institution of higher education, which will remain committed to the attainment of highest standards in teaching, learning and research. The scholars and professionals it produces will be encouraged to pursue truth, civility and integrity. In pursuing this mission, the University has following objectives:

Establish Campuses, Research Institutes, Schools and Colleges across the length and breadth of Pakistan to turn the rapidly increasing population into knowledge based force.

Prepare the younger generation to become future leaders and managers for a prosperous and educated Pakistan, through development of their physical, mental, moral and professional strengths.

Ensure academic excellence through quality education in disciplined and peaceful learning environments.

To offer students the benefits of intellectual challenge, and to nurture skills and qualities they need for their professional careers ahead and to enable them to achieve full potential as individuals.

Constantly monitor and upgrade facilities and update the curricula to keep pace with the emerging trends and technologies.

Coordinate and provide facilities for exchange of knowledge and applied research in the newly emerging fields in collaboration with national and international Universities and Research Institutions.

Education

Presently Bahria University conducts degree & research programs in the following feilds:

Bachelors

-Business Adminstration (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Economics (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Computer Sciecnes (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Computer Engineering (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Software Engineering (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Geology & Geophysics (Islamabad)
-Enviormental Studies (Islamabad)
-War Studies (Lahore)
-Naval Sciences (UAE Naval College – Affiliate) (Abu Dhabi)
-Medicine & Surgery (Frontier Medical College – Affiliate) (Abbottabad)
-Dental Surgery (Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine – Affiliate) (Karachi)

Msters

-Business Adminstration (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Computer Sciences (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Software Engineering (Karachi / Islamabad)
-Geology/Geophysics (Islamabad)
-Professional Psychology (Educational/Clinical/Organizational) (Karachi)

PMD / M.Phill / Ph.D

-Professional Psychology (Educational/Clinical/Organizational) (Karachi)

External links

• Bahria University Headquaters – Islamabad
• BU – Students' Portal
• BU – Islamabad Campus
• BU – Karachi Campus