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About the University of Baltistan, Skardu

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The University of Baltistan, Skardu (UOBS) is a young educational institution that aims to provide quality higher-education opportunities to the people of the Pakistani region of Gilgit-Baltistan. It was established in 2017, as an initiative by the Federal Government of Pakistan to cater to the educational needs of the local population.

Initially, the university was known as KIU Skardu Campus, operating as a constituent college under the umbrella of Karakoram International University (KIU). However, it later on gained autonomy and was recognised as a separate university.

The university is recognised and regulated by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, ensuring that its academic standards meet the required criteria for higher-education institutions in the country.

University of Baltistan, Skardu offers a variety of academic programmes across multiple disciplines. Students can choose to study with seven departments computer sciences, biological sciences, mathematics, chemistry, business management, educational development and language and cultural studies.

The main campus of the University of Baltistan is situated on Kargil Road Hussainabad in Skardu. The university has established satellite campuses in other locations, such as City Campus Satellite Town Skardu, Sundus Campus Subdus Skardu, and Anchan Campus near Dr. Irshad Ali Chowk Skardu.

The university offers a master's programme in languages and cultural studies with a specialisation in English. This programme aims to promote an understanding of the rich linguistic and cultural diversity of the region.

As an international level university, UOBS is open to collaborations and partnerships with institutions from other countries. It is committed to fostering global connections and exploring opportunities for international academic exchanges and research collaborations.

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Georgetown University

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United States, Washington


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Subjects Taught at the University of Baltistan, Skardu

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • General Engineering

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics

Social Sciences

  • Sociology