Hamdard University

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Hamdard University, a prominent private institution in Pakistan, is best known for its unique blend of traditional Eastern medicine with modern scientific disciplines, particularly through its Hamdard College of Eastern Medicine and Faculty of Pharmacy. It also excels in fields like Engineering, Management Sciences, and Health Sciences. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment with most programs taught in English, and dedicated support services are available through its international office to assist with admissions, visa processes, and integration into campus life. The university actively promotes cultural exchange and provides a diverse learning atmosphere. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to the legacy of its founder, Hakeem Muhammad Said, fostering a holistic educational experience that values both ancient wisdom and contemporary knowledge.

Background

Hamdard University (Urdu: جامعہَ ہمدرد) is a private research university with campuses in Karachi and Islamabad, Pakistan. It was founded in 1991 by the philanthropist Hakim Said of the Hamdard Foundation. It is one of the first and oldest private institutions of higher education in Pakistan, and also is the largest private research university in Karachi, with a campus area of over 350 acres. Hamdard University's central library Bait-ul-Hikmah is one of the largest research libraries in South Asia with a collection of over half a million books, some of them dating back to the 17th century. The university includes eight faculties, nine research institutes, three teaching hospitals, and three affiliated engineering institutes.

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