Aga Khan University is a unique hybrid: an institution of academic excellence that is also an agent for social development. A leading source of medical, nursing and teacher education, research and public service in the developing world, the University prepares men and women to lead change in their societies and to thrive in the global economy.
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (4)
- Master Health Professions Education
- M.Sc. Nursing
Education & Training (2)
- M.Ed. Education
- Master Health Professions Education
Social Sciences (2)
- M.A. Muslim Cultures
Humanities (1)
- M.A. Muslim Cultures
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
About
History
1983 - Former President of Pakistan presented the Charter of the University to the Chancellor, making it the first private international university in Pakistan
Education
At AKU, our programmes help students become thoughtful and resilient leaders. Anchored in academic rigour, we emphasise participatory learning, diversity and small class sizes to foster collaboration and innovation inside and outside the classroom.
Research
Our research extends across diverse subjects: health sciences, education and culture and society. At the core of our mission is the desire to spearhead change for generations to come. Explore this site to discover how AKU faculty, scientists, educationists and students are engaged in impacting people, communities and societies for a better tomorrow.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
475 70
2020
545 27
2019
572
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
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2019
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2018
901
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
The University provides hostel facilities for over 800 students who live outside Karachi. Hostel facilities include:
- Single-bed, on-campus
- Shared room, on-campus
- Shared room, off-campus
Library services
The AKU global network of libraries supports students and faculty in their study, teaching and research needs. Our collections include books, current journals, back files of journals, educational reports, audio/visual aids and digital media. We also provide access to online journals, books and other resources.
Medical services
This Student Health Services Plan is applicable for full time students enrolled in programmes in the Aga Khan University (AKU), Pakistan only. The Student Health Services Plan at AKU provides medical cover for day-to-day problems to the students and enables access to medical aid in emergencies during their educational period at AKU. For this purpose a team of health care personnel is in place.
Student Life
Campus life
As an international university spanning several countries and three continents, you can choose to study at campuses in Pakistan, East Africa and the United Kingdom.
Sports facilities
The Sports and Rehabilitation Centre at the Stadium Road campus in Karachi offers various indoor and outdoor sports facilities of international standards. Membership of the Centre is open to all employees, alumni, students, volunteers, retired employees and trustees of the University. Students automatically become members of the Sports Centre upon enrollment at AKU.
Student clubs
AKU is home to 20+ student societies, clubs and committees, each with the power to empower you and transform your student life. These are friendly spaces where you can interact with your peers, discover common interests and develop new ones, find support and mentorship and, most importantly, have fun and make memories.
Student Reviews
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