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Aga Khan University

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world rank  1799

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Overview

Established in 1983, the Aga Khan University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Karachi (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Sindh. This institution also has branch campuses in London, Nairobi, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Kabul. Officially recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Pakistani higher education institution. Aga Khan University (AKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 42-year-old Pakistani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AKU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Aga Khan University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Aga Khan University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Aga Khan University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Aga Khan University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) آغا خان یونیورسٹی
Acronym AKU
Founded 1983
Motto
Colours Green and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Stadium Road, PO Box 3500
Karachi
74800 Sindh
Pakistan
Aga Khan University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Aga Khan University Phone Number (21) 3493 0051
Aga Khan University Fax Number (21) 3493 4294
Other locations London, Nairobi, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Kabul

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Aga Khan University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Aga Khan University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Aga Khan University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Aga Khan University.



Aga Khan University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Aga Khan University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Aga Khan University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Aga Khan University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Aga Khan University has more than 10 international students.

Aga Khan University's Admission Office Admission Office

Stadium Road, PO Box 3500
Karachi 74800
(21) 3493 0051


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Aga Khan University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Aga Khan University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Aga Khan University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Aga Khan University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Aga Khan University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Aga Khan University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Aga Khan University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Aga Khan University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Aga Khan University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Aga Khan University's Library


Aga Khan University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Aga Khan University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Aga Khan University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Aga Khan University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Aga Khan University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Aga Khan University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Aga Khan University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Aga Khan University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Aga Khan University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Aga Khan University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Education Commission of Pakistan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1983


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Aga Khan University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
  • Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC)
  • Kenya Commission for University Education
  • Nursing Council of Kenya
  • Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
  • Tanzania Commission for Universities
  • Tanzania Commission for Universities
  • Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council
  • Uganda National Commission for Higher Education
  • Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
  • UK Quality Assurance Agency


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Aga Khan University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Aga Khan University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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