Virtual University of Pakistan

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Virtual University of Pakistan
Jamia Majazi Pakistan
VU Logo.png
Other name
VU
Motto
Mayari taleem aapke derwaze per
Motto in English
"World Class Education at Your Doorstep"
Type Public university
E-learning
Coeducational
Higher education institution
Established2002;22 years ago (2002)
FounderDr Naveed A Malik
Affiliation HEC, MoITT
Chancellor President of Pakistan
Rector Arshad Saleem Bhatti [1]
Academic staff
350+
Administrative staff
300+
Students25,000 enrolled in 2019
165,000+ currently studying [2]
Location
Head office: M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road Lahore
,
Pakistan
Campus200+ Campuses, operating in more than 125 cities across the country.
Language Urdu, English
Colors    Duke Blue, White
Website www.vu.edu.pk
Vu logo name.png
Champion in E-Learning on AI Based VULMS
vulms.vu.edu.pk

The Virtual University of Pakistan (VU) (Jamia Majazi Pakistan) is a public university with its headquarters in M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. [3] It mainly focuses on providing e-learning programs through utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools.

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Overview

Virtual University was established in 2002 by the Government of Pakistan to promote e-learning. [4] It is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) [5] and holds highest category 'W' by HEC. The Virtual University of Pakistan also holds a Federal Charter. It is Pakistan's first university based on completely modern Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and evolving their mode of education by using artificial intelligence, blockchain, virtual reality, and metaverse technologies. The university offers undergraduate, post-graduate and doctorate courses in various disciplines. Due to its heavy reliance on serving lectures through the internet, Pakistani students abroad are also enrolled in the university's programs. [4]

Academics

Faculties

  1. Department of CS and IT
  1. Department of Education
  1. Department of Management Sciences
  2. Department of Public Administration
  1. Department of Biological Science
  2. Department of Mathematics
  3. Department of Statistics
  1. Department of Economics
  2. Department of English
  3. Department of Mass Communication
  4. Department of Psychology
  5. Department of Sociology

Campuses

Main ICT Building of Virtual University of Pakistan. VUMediaDepartment.jpg
Main ICT Building of Virtual University of Pakistan.
Mobile Labs of Virtual University. VUMobileLabs.jpg
Mobile Labs of Virtual University.

Virtual University has two types of campuses. The first ones are its own campuses which are called its offices. Its head office is located in Lahore. [6] Second ones are called private virtual campuses (PVC) [7] and run by the private organizations (more commonly known as affiliated campuses). [8] Virtual University has more than 200 campuses in Pakistan with on-site facilities.

Virtual University of Pakistan has developed mobile science laboratories for research of bio-sciences and technology. [9]

Learning and evaluation method

The students are conventionally evaluated each semester through physical appearance in their Mid Term Exams and Final Term Exams at designated university campuses, and remaining semester activities like assignments, quizzes, and GDB which are conducted through VULMS.

Board of Governors

The constitution of the Board of Governors as defined in the Virtual University Ordinance 2002 is as follows:

No.Governing BodiesDesignations
1. President of Pakistan Chancellor
2.Secretary, MoITT, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad Chairman
4. Rector, Virtual University of Pakistan CEO/Member
5.Secretary, Ministry of Education, Islamabad or his nominee not below the rank of Joint SecretaryMember
6.Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of Pakistan, IslamabadMember
7.Chairperson, Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) or his nominee not below the rank of an officer of BPS 20Member
8.Chairman, National Telecommunications Corporations or his nominee not below the rank of an officer of BPS 20Member
9. Registrar, Virtual University of Pakistan Secretary
10.One Retired Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan Member
11.One Serving or Retired Rector or Vice Chancellor of a Public Sector UniversityMember
12.Three Eminent Educationists or Scientists not being Employees of the UniversityMember
13.One Expert from Financial SectorMember
14.One Dean of the UniversityMember

Research and Innovation

The Virtual University is actively engaged in research and innovation, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. These initiatives are aimed at enhancing the educational experience and providing cutting-edge knowledge to its students. [10]

International Collaborations

The university collaborates with several international educational institutions to offer a diverse range of courses and research opportunities. These collaborations help in maintaining global educational standards and providing students with exposure to international academic practices. [11]

Alumni Network

The Virtual University boasts a strong alumni network that actively contributes to various professional fields both within Pakistan and globally. The alumni network provides a platform for graduates to connect, share opportunities, and collaborate on professional projects. [12]

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References

  1. ↑ President appoints Dr Arshad Saleem Bhatti as Rector Virtual University
  2. ↑ 12th Convocation 2023: "12th Convocation of Virtual University 2023" , retrieved 2023-01-27
  3. ↑ VU. "Address and map location of Virtual University". Google Inc. Google Maps. Retrieved 16 December 2013.
  4. 1 2 VU. "About: Introduction". VU. Retrieved 16 December 2013.
  5. ↑ "HEC recognized Universities". Archived from the original on 2013-10-29. Retrieved 2013-11-19.
  6. ↑ "Virtual University of Pakistan - Contact Info". Vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2022-09-04.
  7. ↑ "Virtual University of Pakistan - PVC RULES 2011".
  8. ↑ "Virtual Campuses". Vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2022-09-04.
  9. ↑ "Mobile Labs". vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2018-11-16.
  10. ↑ "Virtual University of Pakistan - AI Course Website". www.vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
  11. ↑ "Virtual University of Pakistan - MOU and Collaborations". www.vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
  12. ↑ "Virtual University Alumni". alumni.vu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-06-05.

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