About
The University of Sufism and Modern Sciences, located in the historical town of Bhit Shah, Pakistan, offers a unique academic environment blending traditional Sufi thought with contemporary scientific disciplines. It is best known for its programs in Sufism & Peace Studies and Islamic Studies, alongside faculties offering degrees in Computer Science, Business Administration, and Education. While specific dedicated international student offices or extensive English-taught programs are not prominently advertised, the university aims to foster an inclusive environment. Its distinctive characteristic is its commitment to integrating spiritual wisdom with modern knowledge, drawing inspiration from the rich Sufi heritage of the region.
Background
University of Sufism and Modern Sciences is a public university funded by the Government of Sindh in Bhit Shah, Sindh, Pakistan. It was founded in 2011 to promote education and research in Sufism and build Sufi studies as an academic subject in Sindh and to connect traditional education of Sufism with modern sciences. The University of Sufism and Modern Sciences (USMS) is situated in Bhitshah Town, Matiari District, home to a Shrine of the Sufi Saint Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. The Charter of the University of Sufism and Modern Sciences was approved on 21 November 2011 under letter No: PAS/Legis-B-21/2011 dated 21 November 2011 and was initially established as a campus of the University of Sindh, Jamshoro. The university later became an independent university and Parveen Munshi has been appointed as the first vice-chancellor of The University of Sufism and Modern Sciences, Bhitshah on 11 April 2016.
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