Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages, Jamshoro
Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages is a public-sector university in Jamshoro, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Jamshoro |
|---|---|
| Province | Sindh |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | https://www.sabsu.edu.pk/ |
About
Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages, Jamshoro is a public-sector university in Jamshoro, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages works in art, design and architecture — disciplines assessed on portfolio and studio work as much as on written examination.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Sonwillhar Hills, Near East Toll Plaza, Jamshoro, Sindh.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS Architecture | 5 years | F.Sc. Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, A-Levels or Intermediate with Mathematics and Physics, or 3-year Diploma in Civil/Architecture; minimum 60%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
| BS Ceramic Design | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — | |
| BS Communication Design | 4 years | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
| BS Fashion Design | 4 years | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
| BS Fine Arts | 4 years | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
| BS Interior Design | 4 years | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
| BS Textile Design | 4 years | HSC Part-II / Intermediate or 3-year Diploma (relevant discipline); minimum 45%; pre-admission test minimum 30%. | — |
Admissions
Admission to art, design and architecture programmes normally turns on a portfolio and an aptitude or studio test rather than HSSC marks alone. Architecture carries an additional requirement: to practise, a graduate must register with the Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners, which accredits architecture programmes separately. Ask Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages about PCATP status if architecture is your intended field. As a public-sector institution, fees are generally lower than at private institutions, and merit competition is correspondingly higher.
Applying in Sindh
Sindh institutions commonly use their own admission tests or accept NTS, with medical and dental admission governed by the national MDCAT. Karachi and Hyderabad concentrate most of the province’s higher-education capacity, and competition for public-sector seats there is correspondingly heavy. Because Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages is in the public sector, seats are allocated partly on a domicile basis. Applicants holding a domicile from outside the province should check how many open-merit seats are available before applying.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
The Higher Education Commission lists Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages as a recognised institution. Recognition means the HEC accepts the institution as competent to award degrees, and that its degrees can be attested and treated as valid for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. For architecture, PCATP accreditation is the programme-level check.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: Sonwillhar Hills, Near East Toll Plaza,, Jamshoro, Sindh., Tel # 0092(22) 9213600, Email: [email protected]
- Official website: sabsu.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages 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 Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages private or government?
Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages is a public-sector institution. Public institutions generally charge lower fees than private ones because they receive government funding, and admission is correspondingly more competitive on merit.
What entry test is required for admission to Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages?
Art, design and architecture admission normally turns on a portfolio and studio or aptitude test rather than HSSC marks alone. 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 Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages 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 Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages located?
Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro University of Arts, Design and Heritages is located in Jamshoro, Sindh. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.sabsu.edu.pk.