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{{Infobox university
{{Infobox university
| name = University of Balochistan
| name = University of Balochistan
| native_name = بلوچستان ء یونیورسٹی
| native_name = جامعہ بلوچستان
| image_name = University of Balochistan logo.jpg
| image_name = University of Balochistan logo.jpg
| image_alt =
| image_alt =
| caption = Crest of University of Balochistan
| caption = Crest of University of Balochistan
| latin_name =
| latin_name = Universitas Balochistan
| motto = '''رَبِّ زدْنيِ عِلْماً'''
| motto = '''رَبِّ زدْنيِ عِلْماً'''
| motto_lang =
| motto_lang =
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| chairman =
| chairman =
| chancellor = [[Governor of Balochistan]]
| chancellor = [[Governor of Balochistan]]
| Pro Chancellor = [[Rahila Hameed Khan Durrani]]
| president =
| president =
| vice-president =
| vice-president =
| superintendent =
| superintendent =
| provost =
| provost =
| vice_chancellor = Dr. Shafiq-ur-Rehman
| vice_chancellor = Prof. Dr. Zahoor Ahmed Bazai
| rector =
| head_label = Pro-Vice Chancellor
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| head = Prof. Dr. Muhammad Alam Tareen
| Pro-vice-chancellor = Muhammad Alam Tareen
| principal =
| principal =
| dean =
| dean =
| director =
| director =
| head_label = Registrar
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| head = Wali Rehman
| academic_staff =
| academic_staff =
| administrative_staff =
| administrative_staff =
| students = 11,000+
| students = 14,000+
| undergrad =
| undergrad =
| postgrad =
| postgrad =
| doctoral =
| doctoral =
| other =
| other =
| city = [[Quetta]]
| city = [[Quetta]]-87300
| state =
| state =
| province = [[Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan]]
| province = [[Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan]]
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| campus = [[Urban area|Urban]]<br>{{convert|200|acre|km2}}
| campus = [[Urban area|Urban]]<br>{{convert|200|acre|km2}}
| former_names =
| former_names =
| colours = [[Blue (color)|Blue]], [[Amber (color)|amber]], and [[White (color)|white]]<br>{{Color box|#062A78|border=white}}{{Color box|#FFBF00|border=white}}
| colours = [[Blue (color)|Blue]], [[Amber (color)|amber]], and [[White (color)|white]]<br>{{Color box|#062A78|border=silver}}{{Color box|#FFBF00|border=silver}}
| athletics =
| athletics =
| sports =
| sports =
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| mascot =
| mascot =
| academic_affiliations = [[Higher Education Commission of Pakistan]]
| academic_affiliations = [[Higher Education Commission of Pakistan]]
| website =
| website = '''http://www.uob.edu.pk/'''
| logo =
| logo =
| footnotes =
| footnotes =
| Google Map Coordinate = 30.16414855494376, 66.9907853047972
}}
}}


The '''University of Balochistan''' ('''UB''') ([[Urdu]]: '''جامعہ بلوچستان'''; [[Balochi language|Balochi]]: بلوچستان ء یونیورسٹی ), also known as '''Balochistan University''', is a [[Public university|public]] [[Universities in Pakistan|university]] located in the downtown area of [[Quetta]], [[Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan]], [[Pakistan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.jocation.com/forum/Pakistani_Universities_ranking_by_HEC_42 |url-status=dead|archive-date=27 June 2013|access-date=22 March 2023|title=Ranking of University of Balochistan (Ranked at no. 11 in Pakistan)|website=Higher Education Commission of Pakistan website|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130627160853/http://www.jocation.com/forum/Pakistani_Universities_ranking_by_HEC_42}}</ref><ref name="Google maps">{{cite web|title=Location of Balochistan University|url=https://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF-8&q=university+of+balochistan&fb=1&gl=us&hq=university+of+balochistan&cid=0,0,4767892116477993582&ei=M4gxUsjNLaeZ2QWqp4DwAw&ved=0CIIBEPwS|website=Google Maps website|access-date=22 March 2023}}</ref> UoB is the oldest highest education institution in Balochistan, having been established in 1970.
The '''University of Balochistan''' ('''UoB''') ([[Urdu]]: '''جامعہ بلوچستان'''; [[Balochi language|Balochi]]: بلوچستان ء یونیورسٹی , [[Pashto language|Pashto]]: د بلوچستان پوهنتون ) also known as '''Balochistan University''', is a [[Public university|public]] [[Universities in Pakistan|university]] located in the city center area of [[Quetta]], [[Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan]], [[Pakistan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.jocation.com/forum/Pakistani_Universities_ranking_by_HEC_42 |url-status=dead|archive-date=27 June 2013|access-date=22 March 2023|title=Ranking of University of Balochistan (Ranked at no. 11 in Pakistan)|website=Higher Education Commission of Pakistan website|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130627160853/http://www.jocation.com/forum/Pakistani_Universities_ranking_by_HEC_42}}</ref><ref name="Google maps">{{cite web|title=Location of Balochistan University|url=https://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF-8&q=university+of+balochistan&fb=1&gl=us&hq=university+of+balochistan&cid=0,0,4767892116477993582&ei=M4gxUsjNLaeZ2QWqp4DwAw&ved=0CIIBEPwS|website=Google Maps website|access-date=22 March 2023}}</ref> UoB is the oldest highest education institution in Balochistan, having been established in 1970.


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== Authorities of the university ==
==History==
The university was established in October 1970 through an ordinance issued by the [[governor of Balochistan]], [[Riaz Hussain (general)|Riaz Hussain]]. In June 1996, the [[Provincial Assembly of Balochistan]] passed the University of Balochistan Act 1996. Thus the university became the sole general university of the province, imparting higher education in arts, science, commerce and humanities.

It started with three departments: Physics, Chemistry and Geology. Over time new departments were established (the Institute of Management Sciences, Institute of Bio-Chemistry, Institute of Education & Research, Institute of Languages & Literature) and five specialized centers (Center of Excellence in Mineralogy, Pakistan Study Center, Area Study Center, Balochistan Study Center, Center for Advance Studies in Vaccinology and Bio-Technology) of higher studies and research. One constituent Law College, four sub-campuses (Mastung, Kharan, Pishin, Killa-Saifullah) and several other affiliated colleges. Furthermore, the Abdul Samad Khan Shaheed Chair, and Nawab Yousaf Aziz Magsi Chair have been established at U of B.

After dissolution of [[One Unit]], 200 acres of land, along with the teaching, academic and residential structures built to house the College for Mineral Technology, were handed over to the University of Balochistan.

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==Authorities of the university==
The following are the authorities of the university:
The following are the authorities of the university:
# The Senate
# The Senate
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==Faculties and departments==
==Faculties and departments==
The university started with three departments, Physics, Chemistry and Geology in 1971 but now it has 46 departments. The university has four institutes and five centers. A Fine Arts Department was established in March 1984 with four faculty members, [[Jamal Shah]], [[Faryal Gohar]], Akram Dost and Kaleem Khan. Initially the department offered a certificate course. It deals with painting, drawing, sculpture and graphic art as well as historical theories of human development through the ages. The department plays very important role in introducing [[List of cultural heritage sites in Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan's heritage]] and its indigenous art, crafts and architecture. Since the civilization of [[Mehrgarh]] (9000 BCE) is a great source of inspiration for researchers and provide linkage with the other world of art and craft. The Department of Fine Arts also provides a facility to study in depth the cultural heritage of Balochistan.
The university started with three departments, Physics, Chemistry and Geology in 1971 but now it has 46 departments. The university has four institutes and five centers. A Fine Arts Department was established in March 1984 with four faculty members, [[Jamal Shah]], [[Faryal Gohar]], Akram Dost and Kaleem Khan. Initially the department offered a certificate course. It deals with painting, drawing, sculpture, and graphic art as well as historical theories of human development through the ages. The department plays very important role in introducing [[List of cultural heritage sites in Balochistan, Pakistan|Balochistan's heritage]] and its indigenous art, crafts and architecture. Since the civilization of [[Mehrgarh]] (9000 BCE) is a great source of inspiration for researchers and provides linkage with the other world of art and craft, the Department of Fine Arts also provides a facility to study in depth the cultural heritage of Balochistan.


The university has also established a computer science department to promote IT.
The university has also established a computer science department to promote IT.
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* Pharmacy
* Pharmacy
* Microbiology
* Microbiology
* Center for Advance Studies in Vaccinology and Bio-Technology (CASVAB)
* Centre for Advance Studies in Vaccinology and Bio-Technology (CASVAB)


==Affiliated colleges==
==Affiliated colleges==
The university has a constituent law college and 88 affiliated colleges including:
The university has a constituent law college and 88 affiliated colleges including [[Balochistan Agriculture College]].
* [[Balochistan Agriculture College]]
* [[Bolan Medical College]]
* [[Pakistan Command and Staff College]], Quetta


==Notable alumni and faculty==
==Notable alumni and faculty==
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* [[Zubaida Jalal Khan]] ([[Ministry of Defense Production|Minister of Defense Production]])<ref>[https://profilepk.com/zubaida-jalal Profile of Zubaida Jalal] Profilepk.com website, Retrieved 23 March 2023</ref>
* [[Zubaida Jalal Khan]] ([[Ministry of Defense Production|Minister of Defense Production]])<ref>[https://profilepk.com/zubaida-jalal Profile of Zubaida Jalal] Profilepk.com website, Retrieved 23 March 2023</ref>
* [[Sadiq Sanjrani]] ([[Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan]])
* [[Sadiq Sanjrani]] ([[Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan]])
* [[Syedaal Khan Nasar]] ([[Deputy Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan]])<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1826826/syedaal-khan-nasar-from-student-leader-to-upper-house |title=Syedaal Khan Nasar: From Student Leader to Upper House|author=Saleem Shahid|date=10 April 2024|access-date=11 April 2024|newspaper=Dawn (newspaper)}}</ref>
* [[Abdul Quddus Bizenjo]]
* [[Abdul Quddus Bizenjo]] ([[Chief Minister of Balochistan]])
* [[Jamal Shah]]
* [[Jamal Shah]]
* [[Samson Simon Sharaf]]
* [[Samson Simon Sharaf]]
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* [[Orya Maqbool Jan]]
* [[Orya Maqbool Jan]]
* [[Rustam Jamali]]
* [[Rustam Jamali]]
* [[Tahira Safdar]]
* [[Tahira Safdar]] ([[Chief Justice of Balochistan High Court]])
* [[Safdar Kiyani]]
* [[Safdar Kiyani]]
* [[Alauddin Marri]]
* [[Alauddin Marri]]
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[[Category:Universities and colleges established in 1970]]
[[Category:Public universities and colleges in Balochistan, Pakistan]]
[[Category:Public universities and colleges in Balochistan, Pakistan]]
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Quetta District]]
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Quetta District]]

Revision as of 14:05, 15 August 2024

University of Balochistan
جامعہ بلوچستان
Crest of University of Balochistan
Latin: Universitas Balochistan
Mottoرَبِّ زدْنيِ عِلْماً
Motto in English
O' God, Increase my Knowledge
TypePublic
Established1970 (1970)
Academic affiliations
Higher Education Commission of Pakistan
ChancellorGovernor of Balochistan
Vice-ChancellorProf. Dr. Zahoor Ahmed Bazai
Pro-Vice ChancellorProf. Dr. Muhammad Alam Tareen
Students14,000+
Location
Quetta-87300
,
Balochistan
,
Pakistan
CampusUrban
200 acres (0.81 km2)
ColoursBlue, amber, and white
  
NicknameUoB
Websitehttp://www.uob.edu.pk/

The University of Balochistan (UoB) (Urdu: جامعہ بلوچستان; Balochi: بلوچستان ء یونیورسٹی , Pashto: د بلوچستان پوهنتون ) also known as Balochistan University, is a public university located in the city center area of Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.[1][2] UoB is the oldest highest education institution in Balochistan, having been established in 1970.

Authorities of the university

The following are the authorities of the university:

  1. The Senate
  2. The Syndicate
  3. The Academic Council
  4. The Board of Faculties
  5. The Board of Studies
  6. The Selection Board
  7. The Advanced Studies and Research Board
  8. The Finance and Planning Committee
  9. The Affiliation Committee
  10. The Discipline Committee

Faculties and departments

The university started with three departments, Physics, Chemistry and Geology in 1971 but now it has 46 departments. The university has four institutes and five centers. A Fine Arts Department was established in March 1984 with four faculty members, Jamal Shah, Faryal Gohar, Akram Dost and Kaleem Khan. Initially the department offered a certificate course. It deals with painting, drawing, sculpture, and graphic art as well as historical theories of human development through the ages. The department plays very important role in introducing Balochistan's heritage and its indigenous art, crafts and architecture. Since the civilization of Mehrgarh (9000 BCE) is a great source of inspiration for researchers and provides linkage with the other world of art and craft, the Department of Fine Arts also provides a facility to study in depth the cultural heritage of Balochistan.

The university has also established a computer science department to promote IT.

List of faculties and departments/programs:

1. Faculty of Management Sciences, Business and Information Sciences

2. Faculty of Social Science

  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • Social work
  • International Relations
  • Law
  • Pakistan Study Centre
  • Balochistan Study Centre
  • Disaster Management and Development Studies

3. Faculty of Education & Humanities

  • Media & Journalism
  • Gender Studies
  • History
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Fine Arts
  • Islamic Studies
  • Area study centre
  • Institute of Education And Research

4. Faculty of Literature & Languages

  • Balochi
  • Brahvi
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Pashto
  • Persian
  • Urdu Literature

5. Faculty of Basic Sciences

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics

6. Faculty of Earth & Environment Sciences

  • Geology
  • Geography
  • Environmental Science
  • Center of Excellence in Mineralogy
  • Renewable Energy

7. Faculty of Life Sciences

  • Physiotherapy
  • Bio-Chemistry
  • Botany
  • Zoology
  • Pharmacy
  • Microbiology
  • Centre for Advance Studies in Vaccinology and Bio-Technology (CASVAB)

Affiliated colleges

The university has a constituent law college and 88 affiliated colleges including Balochistan Agriculture College.

Notable alumni and faculty

See also

References

  1. ^ "Ranking of University of Balochistan (Ranked at no. 11 in Pakistan)". Higher Education Commission of Pakistan website. Archived from the original on 27 June 2013. Retrieved 22 March 2023.
  2. ^ "Location of Balochistan University". Google Maps website. Retrieved 22 March 2023.
  3. ^ Profile of Zubaida Jalal Profilepk.com website, Retrieved 23 March 2023
  4. ^ Saleem Shahid (10 April 2024). "Syedaal Khan Nasar: From Student Leader to Upper House". Dawn (newspaper). Retrieved 11 April 2024.
  5. ^ Obaid Abbasi (4 November 2011). "Tribute: Ode to the PTV legend Ayub Khoso". The Express Tribune (newspaper). Retrieved 23 March 2023.

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