Welcome to University of South Asia – a world-class institution that is committed to making a positive impact on Pakistan and the wider world through education, innovation, and research.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to create a better future for all by equipping the next generation of leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
At University of South Asia, we are passionate, unconventional, and unapologetically ambitious.
We are a community of thinkers and doers, dreamers and innovators, united by a shared vision of excellence and a deep commitment to making a difference. Our faculty members are some of the most creative and curious minds in their fields, with a passion for teaching and a dedication to empowering students to reach their full potential.
Our journey began over three decades ago with the establishment of National College of Computer Sciences (NCCS) by Mr. Mahmood Sadiq, who had a bold vision of equipping Pakistani youth with the modern skills they needed to succeed and has experience of launching schools, newspaper, news channel and property projects.
We are proud to be a project of Gateway Technologies (Pvt.) Limited, a leading technology company that shares our commitment to innovation, excellence, and impact. We are also proud to be a diverse and inclusive community, where talented individuals from all backgrounds, origins, and beliefs are welcome and valued.
Join us at University of South Asia, and be a part of something truly extraordinary. Together, we can create a better future for all, one student at a time.
Universities are the bedrock of societal growth and development, serving as incubators for future leaders and innovators. At the University of South Asia (USA), we recognize that our graduates are not just recipients of knowledge but catalysts of positive change. True education transcends the mere memorization of theories or limited research. Here, education signifies a profound transformation of our students’ personalities, equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and vision to excel.
Our commitment to academic excellence is unwavering. We strive to offer relevant, dynamic curricula and provide personalized, caring attention to each student. Currently, we operate from both Eastern and Western Lahore, extending our reach to every aspiring student across Pakistan. The formula for an outstanding university is simple: exceptional students, distinguished faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities—all of which you will find at USA.
Our curriculum is meticulously designed to impart practical knowledge, ensuring that our students are well-prepared for real-world challenges. Our faculty comprises highly qualified professionals from diverse backgrounds, dedicated to mentoring and inspiring our students. Through our strategic efforts to recruit and retain top-tier faculty and attract talented students, we are steadily advancing towards our goal of academic excellence.
We offer a challenging intellectual environment with 21 undergraduate degree programs across more than 150 fields of study. Over the past 16 years as a chartered institution and 31 years of providing high-quality education in the private sector, USA has consistently expanded its academic offerings. From Computer Sciences to Health Sciences, Business Management, and Language and Literature, we cater to a wide array of academic interests.
As we forge ahead, our vision is to elevate the University of South Asia to new heights of distinction. We aim to accelerate our progress and convert manpower into mind power across our nation. Together, we will continue to foster an environment where learning and innovation thrive, shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
As a University, we see our role in imparting a higher state of knowledge and equipping our students with the mindset and tools of discovery that they need to build meaningful careers and take decisions with confidence.
Our prime focus has always been to increase the employability of our students and to raise the University’s prominence in the world. Within our campuses we are dedicated to free and open debate, unimpeded inquiry and discovery, and to act as a community whose academic vitality and capacity to serve others flow from, and are promoted by, our core values- excellence, innovation and creativity, openness and responsibility.
Our plans for the future include expanding our University Community, bringing people from the widest array of backgrounds and perspectives together to celebrate and learn from our differences, as excellence cannot be achieved without diversity. We will further incorporate technology in our courses to ensure the highest quality instruction to improve the learning experience of our students.
We approach work with the ethos of creating value for students in all activities undertaken in campus, be that curricular or extra-curricular. Our desire is to foster entrepreneurial spirit in our students by guiding them to tackle big issues, seize opportunities, and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
We realize simple coverage of the curriculum alone is not enough, but rather students’ need a strong educational foundation and the necessary skillset to ensure that they stand out in today’s world. We offer continuous professional development to our faculty to ensure that students get most-up-to-date knowledge and information in classes, with an emphasis on project based learning to develop student profiles. That is the direction we are working on.
As a student you are entering into an institution of knowledge and research that has mastered the art of identifying latent potential of students and guiding them to take such courses that can become their passion. The delicate and highly sophisticated job is done by the learned faculty and management staff. Based on the latest research in the area of human development, they provide conducive environment to learning linked with the ever changing and developing global requirements. The University has produced a number of students who are playing very important role in the development of world economies.
Our claim to be one of the biggest private sector universities in Pakistan is based on our presence with the purposebuilt and state-of-the-art campuses at Tufail Road (Lahore Cantt) and Raiwand Road. These locations are at the heart of a lively, historic, beautiful city of Lahore. Our campuses with easy access to residential vicinities are the finest and most well equipped academic hubs existing in the city. What makes this University so special? It comes down to people. First, the academics ranging from Engineering to Biotechnology, Fashion and Design to Health Sciences, Business to Architecture, Media Studies and Law to Literature.
I know of no other university in private sector in Pakistan of comparable size with as many faculties and vast range of courses as we offer. The best academicians with extensive international exposure and qualification are part of our faculty. Then there are the administrators, technicians and many others who support the whole enterprise with dedicated commitment. And, of course, there are our students – an extraordinary diverse body of people united by exceptional ability, motivation and potential.
The University of South Asia (USA), operating as chartered institution has been imparting quality education for the last sixteen years in the private sector. Along with providing higher education in market-competitive disciplines at par with any international University, the USA also endeavors to inculcate rich values and principles in its students.
University offers a range of varied programs linked with Higher Education Commission’s guidelines and policies and are adaptively responsive to the latest developments in industry standards, technologies and pedagogy to inspire young generation to learn, conduct research and ultimately be able to contribute to socio-economic development. Professionally qualified teaching staff, commitment to quality, academic standards and state-of-the-art infrastructure, serve to ensure that USA graduates will contribute to the future of Pakistan as inspired and motivated citizens.
The University of South Asia has the privilege to provide quality higher education in the field of Health Sciences, Engineering, Management Sciences, Art and Fashion Design, Law, Computer Sciences, Architecture, Social Sciences and Humanities on affordable fee structure. The course curriculum is devised based on the ever changing needs of industry so that students are absorbed in industry smoothly and shine as proud alumni of USA. To promote the talent and provide education to students, we offer abundant merit, need-based and other types of scholarships at the University of South Asia.
I know that for students to compete internationally and become a part of world top companies they need to be creative and innovative. We cultivate in our students right attitude with blend of extra-ordinary soft skills and hence make their personality impressive so that they become brand ambassadors of not only the University of South Asia but also the companies with which they get associated. Its immense pleasure for me to share that our alumni are serving on various key posts across the world. I would also invite the attention of parents and assure that University of South Asia, is the best choice for the future of their children.
Welcome to the University of South Asia (USA), a University that is all about transforming innovative ideas into tangible solutions in the region. It is a great time to be in USA as the University is all set to embark on a new chapter in its 19 years privileged journey of progress and excellence in academic innovation – delivering excellence in research and learning. We aim to make our students adaptable to change so that they may thrive in a rapidly evolving job market critical thinkers to be able identify problems in our society and creative to come up with pragmatic solutions.
I feel immense pleasure in providing institutional leadership to a University whose name is synonymous with quality education and whose graduates are the torch bearers of the highest degree of academic, professional and moral ethos which is the hallmark of their alma mater. Being an educationist having 35 years of experience in public sector education industry, it is a matter of great pride and privilege to be part of this esteemed organization and it is my commitment to raise the productivity of our graduates through quality education and practical knowledge to contribute in a significant way to the national economy.
I am adamant that the University offers a range of degree programs that are adaptively responsive to the latest developments in industry standards, technologies and pedagogy to inspire young generation to learn, conduct research and ultimately be able to contribute to socio-economic development of the country. Professionally qualified teaching faculty, commitment to quality teaching, academic standards and state-of-the-art infrastructure including Labs, Library and classrooms fully equipped with the latest audio-visual tools serve to ensure that USA graduates will contribute to the future of Pakistan as inspired and motivated citizens.
The experience at a university for a student is not only driven by the excellence in academics and research but the entire experience of being involved in the projects that the university takes on, as well as the experiences that a student gains from outside the classroom. We at USA have extensive co-curricular activities ranging from sports to cultural events, media and society events etc. that keep our students engaged and entertained across the year.
I urge you to be part of this revolution led by University of South Asia and become the stars of tomorrow. May your journey with USA be memorable!
University of South Asia is a leading private sector University in Pakistan that is recognized by Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, Islamabad as well as Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), Lahore. University of South Asia is also a recognized seat of higher learning by all accreditation councils in Pakistan related to Higher Education.
Professionally qualified teaching faculty including a number of qualified PhDs fully dedicated to impart quality education.
High with zero tolerance on academic integrity, honesty and ethics.
State-of-the-Art computing and discipline-specific laboratories, libraries, digital resources, air-conditioned classrooms equipped with audio and visual apparatus, green and beautiful campuses and vivacious campus life full of energy and excitement.
Focused to accelerate nation’s industrial revolution and prepare our graduates to face the challenges of Digital Economy with learning of emerging technologies through modern curriculum in the prevalence of Industry 4.0.
University of South Asia’s Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) is one of the most agile QEC in Pakistan. Our Quality Enhancement Cell is strategically moving forward to induce culture of quality assurance to make University of South Asia, Lahore as one of the best universities of Pakistan where quality is the hallmark of all activities.
Technology is the forerunner in all types of teaching pedagogies in the university. We assure that student learning experience at University of South Asia must be memorable, hence, we have an alternative plan of each missed class so that students should learn with ease and comfort. The blended learning along with a range of curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities make us student-centric university.
University is the firm believer that abundance of cultural events, media and society events are very effective in personality development and grooming of the students. The experience at a University for a student is not only driven by the excellence in academics and research but also the entire experience of being involved in the projects that the university takes on as well as the experiences a student gains from outside the classrooms.
To prepare a generation that can take the lead and put the nation on the path of progress and prosperity through applying their knowledge and skills with dedication.
Our core values reflect our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. These guiding principles shape our mission and drive us to foster an environment of innovation, learning, and personal growth.
We are dedicated to providing top-tier education that meets the highest standards of academic excellence.
Our programs are designed with a contemporary curriculum that integrates the latest advancements and industry trends locally and globally in scope.
Our faculty members are distinguished professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom and we believe attitude above all else to instill passion and love for learning in our community of learners.
We focus on equipping our students with practical skills and competencies essential for success in the modern world.
We offer a unique educational experience that goes beyond traditional learning, fostering critical thinking and creativity.
Our academic programs are recognized both nationally and internationally for their quality and relevance.
We ensure that our students receive an exceptional education that is worth the investment.
We encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving across all disciplines.
Our faculty is composed of highly qualified educators dedicated to mentoring and inspiring our students.
We promote a robust research culture that contributes to knowledge creation and societal advancement.
Our holistic approach to education focuses on the complete transformation of our students’ personalities.
Our OBE framework ensures that educational outcomes are clearly defined and achieved through effective teaching and assessment methods.
We instill a sense of social responsibility in our students, encouraging them to contribute positively to their communities and society.
Our strategic plan embodies our vision and outlines the pathway to making it a reality. At the University of South Asia, we are committed to creating an ecosystem that fosters innovation, inclusivity, and excellence, ensuring our graduates are industry-ready and equipped to make a global impact.
We believe that education should go beyond theoretical knowledge. At USA, we integrate practical learning experiences into our curriculum to ensure students are industry-ready. This includes hands-on projects, internships, and real-world case studies that bridge the gap between academia and the professional world.
Students engage in projects that solve real-world problems, giving them practical experience and a competitive edge.
Collaborations with leading industries provide students with internship opportunities and exposure to the latest industry practices.
Our commitment to academic excellence is unwavering. We adhere to the highest education standards and provide robust support services to help students meet industry requirements.
Our programs are designed by industry experts and academicians to ensure they are relevant and up-to-date.
Comprehensive academic support, including tutoring, mentoring, and career counselling, helps students excel in their studies.
In today’s interconnected world, a global perspective is essential. We develop a global mindset in our students through international exposure and collaborations.
International faculty and guest speakers bring diverse perspectives and global expertise to our campus.
Opportunities for international study and cultural exchange broaden students’ horizons and prepare them for global careers.
Innovation is at the heart of our strategic plan. We are committed to creating an ecosystem that encourages creativity, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement.
Provides resources, mentorship, and support for startups and entrepreneurial ventures.
Our networks ensure that startups deliver high-quality services, convert leads into clients, and achieve 100% client satisfaction.
We focus on producing job-ready graduates who are well-prepared to meet the demands of the modern workforce.
Our curriculum emphasizes the development of critical skills such as problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.
Dedicated career services provide job placement support, resume building workshops, and interview preparation.
Empowering Future Leaders at the University of South Asia . Where creativity and innovation meet dynamic, supportive learning, preparing youth to excel in their chosen professions.
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