Al-Hamd Islamic University
Al-Hamd Islamic University is a private-sector university in Quetta, Balochistan, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Quetta |
|---|---|
| Province | Balochistan |
| Private or Government | Private |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.aiu.edu.pk |
About
Al-Hamd Islamic University is a private-sector university in Quetta, Balochistan, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Islamic learning sits alongside modern disciplines in the academic structure at Al-Hamd Islamic University.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Airport Road Quetta, Baleli Road, Quetta, Pakistan.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADP Public Health | — | ||
| ADP Roshan Rasty | 2 Years | — | |
| ADP Sports Sciences and Physical Education | — | ||
| Associate Degree in Accounting and Finance (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Business Administration (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Commerce (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Computer Science (ADP) | — | ||
| Associate Degree in Education (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in International Relations (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Islamic Studies (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Political Science (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| Associate Degree in Sociology (ADP) | 2 Years | — | |
| B.Ed | 1.5 Years | — | |
| B.Ed | 2.5 Years | — | |
| Bachelor of Science in Cardiac Care Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BBA | 4 Years | FA/FSc/D.Com or equivalent. | — |
| BBA | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Accounting & Finance | 4 Years | FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Accounting and Finance | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Anesthesia Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Commerce | 4 Years | FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Commerce | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Computer Science | ICS / FSc / I.Com / FA with one of Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Commerce, DAE, A-Level; AIU test. | — | |
| BS Computer Science | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Dental Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Diet and Nutrition | 4 Years | FSc Pre-Medical (minimum 50%) + test. | — |
| BS Economics | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Education | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Education | 2 Years | — | |
| BS English | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Fine Arts | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS International Relations | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc/D.Com or equivalent. | — |
| BS Islamic Studies | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Islamic Studies | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Medical Laboratory Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Optometry Refraction Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Political Science | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Public Health | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Public Health | 2 Years | — | |
| BS Radiology and Imaging Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Renal Dialysis Technology | 4 Years | FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks, or BSc, plus entry test (MCAT/NAT/AIU test; percentage of obtained marks). | — |
| BS Roshan Rasty | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Sociology | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Sports Sciences and Physical Education | 4 Years | Marks in FA/FSc or equivalent. | — |
| BS Sports Sciences and Physical Education | 2 Years | — | |
| BSc Civil Engineering Technology | 4 Years | FSc Pre-Engineering + ECAT/AIU test. | — |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy | 5 Years | FSc Pre-Medical with MCAT/NAT/AIU Test (minimum 50%). | — |
| MBA Based on Non-Relevant Qualification | 2 Years | — | |
| MBA Based on Relevant Qualification | 2 Years | — | |
| MBA-Executive Based on Non-Relevant Qualification | 2 Years | — | |
| MBA-Executive Based on Relevant Qualification | 2 Years | — | |
| MPhil Education | 2 Years | — | |
| MPhil International Relations | 2 Years | — | |
| MPhil Islamic Studies | 2 Years | — | |
| MS Business Administration (02 Years) | 2 Years | — | |
| MS Computer Science | 2 Years | — | |
| MS Medical Laboratory Technology | — | ||
| MS Public Health | 2 Years | — | |
| PhD Business Administration | 3 Years | — | |
| PhD Computer Science | — | ||
| PhD Education | 3 Years | — | |
| PhD International Relations | 3 Years | — | |
| PhD Islamic Studies | 3 Years | — |
Admissions
Admission requirements vary between the Islamic-studies and the general academic streams at institutions of this type, and the two often use different criteria. Ask Al-Hamd Islamic University which stream a programme sits in and what qualification it leads to. As a private-sector institution, fees are set institutionally rather than by government schedule, and can differ substantially between programmes — ask for the full per-semester schedule, not just the first instalment.
Applying in Balochistan
Balochistan’s higher-education network is smaller than the other provinces’, and several institutions were established specifically to widen district-level access. Entry requirements are generally set institutionally, and reserved seats for applicants from within the province are a significant part of how places are allocated.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
Al-Hamd Islamic University holds Higher Education Commission recognition. That status confirms the institution is chartered and empowered to award degrees whose attestation the HEC will process. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. Applicants should confirm programme-level accreditation with the relevant council directly.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: Airport Road Quetta, Baleli Road, Quetta, Pakistan
- Phone: +92-81-2301771-6, 4, 3,2
- Official website: aiu.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al-Hamd Islamic University recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Al-Hamd Islamic University as a recognised institution, which means its degrees can be attested by the HEC and are accepted for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition applies to the institution; individual programmes may additionally require accreditation from a professional council.
Is Al-Hamd Islamic University private or government?
Al-Hamd Islamic University is a private-sector institution. Private institutions set their own fee schedules rather than following a government scale, so ask for the complete per-semester cost across the full degree rather than only the first instalment.
What entry test is required for admission to Al-Hamd Islamic University?
Requirements vary by programme. Most undergraduate intakes are based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, and many institutions add their own entry test or interview. Confirm the current requirement on the institution's own admissions page, since criteria and closing dates change each cycle.
Does HEC recognition mean every programme at Al-Hamd Islamic University is accredited?
No. HEC recognition confirms the institution is chartered to award degrees. Individual programmes in regulated fields need separate accreditation — the Pakistan Engineering Council for engineering, PMDC for medicine and dentistry, the Pakistan Bar Council for law, NCEAC for computing. A programme can sit inside a recognised institution without holding that professional accreditation, so check the specific programme before enrolling.
Where is Al-Hamd Islamic University located?
Al-Hamd Islamic University is located in Quetta, Balochistan. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.aiu.edu.pk.