Importance of Educational Programmes
Educational degree programmes help individuals develop themselves personally and professionally for an ever-changing and competitive job market. That is why the degree programmes designed at University of Bolton Islamabad not only focus on theoretical but also practical knowledge where the students are put into challenging real-world situations to hone their professional skills.
Whether pursuing an undergraduate degree or a specialised Masters, students are prepared to tackle contemporary challenges and seize opportunities for their growth in their respective fields. By taking academic excellence and practical learning side by side, the University of Bolton Islamabad’s educational offerings cultivate an environment where students can grow, innovate, prosper and become the leaders of tomorrow. In an era where the global marketplace is constantly shifting, investing in a solid educational foundation is more crucial than ever.
History & Overview
The University of Bolton in Greater Manchester, England was established in 1824. This means the quality and standards of the institute shall be preserved here through quality teaching, passionate lecturers, supportive environment, great facilities, and on graduation, helping students find a job.
The University of Bolton is Pakistan’s first HEC-accredited UK University and is a Guardian Top 30 UK University focusing greatly on student-focused approach to learning. Ranked # 1 for Student Satisfaction and Teaching Quality in the North West of the United Kingdom.
The University of Bolton’s Islamabad campus is a state-of-the-art 25 acre campus with modern labs and facilities, purpose-built to ensure student success and nurturing future leaders.
Undergraduate Degree Programmes
1. BSc (Hons) in Business Management
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
BSc (Hons) Business Management programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers crucial courses essential for sustaining a business in today’s competitive marketplace covering financial decision making, marketing, strategic management, contemporary business issues and much more.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Develop focused knowledge and understanding of business and management through a stimulating programme of study that is informed by both research and practice.
- Equip you with the knowledge, experience and skills to develop your employability/career and to pursue further study and professional development.
- Provide you with the opportunities to explore and critically apply concepts, theories, and models used in business and management.
- Improve your personal development, competence, adaptability, and self-confidence through critical enquiry and independent study.
2. BSc (Hons) Computing
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
BSc (Hons) Computing programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum covering Systems Analysis and Design, databases, data structures, and emerging technologies, empowering you to thrive in the dynamic computing industry.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the role, design, development and operation of computer-based information systems in the context of the information requirements of a business organisation.
- Provide students with a broad education in Computing with a focus on understanding and analysing problems, designing software solutions and managing implementation.
- Apply appropriate tools and development methodologies to design solutions.
- Equip students to adapt and learn new skills as the computer industry evolves throughout their careers.
- Alongside technical skills, the degree programmes also focuses on essential workplace skills such as report writing, presentations, and interpersonal communication.
3. BSc (Hons) Computing (Cyber Security)
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
The BSc (Hons) Computing (Cyber Security) programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum covering security fundamentals, networking, ethical hacking, and digital forensics, empowering you to thrive in the dynamic field of cybersecurity.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the role, design, development and operation of secure computer-based information systems in the context of the information requirements of a business organisation
- Provide students with a broad education in
- Computing with a focus on understanding and analysing problems, designing secure software solutions and managing implementation.
- Apply security principles to software and application development
- Apply appropriate tools and development methodologies to design solutions for secure systems.
- Equip students to adapt and learn new skills as the computer industry evolves throughout their careers.
- Prepare students for success in employment or postgraduate study
- Ensure students have access and exposure to the latest methodologies and development techniques.
- Develop essential workplace skills such as report writing, presentations and interpersonal skills needed for the modern workplace.
- Equip students with the knowledge necessary to understand the ethical and environmental issues they will encounter in industry in general.
4. BA (Hons) Accountancy:
- Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
The BA (Hons) Accountancy programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum covering financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, and auditing, empowering you to thrive in the dynamic field of accountancy.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Develop at final honours degree level appropriate transferable knowledge and skills which reflect academic developments in the field of business and accounting and current best practice in accounting.
- Encourage continuing academic and professional development to equip you to become a life-long learner.
- Assist you to achieve personal development and competence, adaptability, self-confidence and critical self-reflection through critical enquiry and independent judgement.
- Develop capability in the exploration, analysis and evaluation of business and accounting issues and concepts including an awareness of ethical and environmental issues in a domestic and international context.
- Provide you with the opportunity to unify conceptual and analytical frameworks with practice through a variety of contexts appropriate to accounting.
- Produce graduates with a strong academic and vocational background and who are competent in applying business and accounting techniques to meet the needs of various types of organisations.
- Provide you with the opportunity to engage in Personal Development Planning by providing, at each level of study, the opportunity for students to reflect on, articulate, transfer and take ownership of the development of their skills.
5. BSc (Hons) Games Programming
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
The BSc (Hons) Games Programming programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum covering game programming, design, development, and technology, empowering you to thrive in the dynamic games industry.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Provide students with a broad education in game programming, game design, development and technology, with a special emphasis on the technical aspects of game production.
- Equip students with the skills (especially programming) and knowledge necessary pursue a successful career in industries specialising in the creation and distribution of leisure and entertainment computing technologies
- Use games programming methods and techniques as a vehicle for introducing the theoretical, intellectual, creative and dynamic aspects of games computing.
Distinctive Features of the Programme
- Three years of programming using C++, the principal programming language in games development.
- Tuition and practise in Object Orientated Programming and Design techniques relevant for games development.
- Advanced programming data structures and algorithms for game development.
- Application of mathematics and physics for the modelling of realistic movement and behaviours with 2D and 3D games.
- Teamwork with games designers and artists, as well as programmers.
- The use of advanced programming techniques, including: artificial intelligence, multi-core programming and network programming.
6. LLB (Hons) Law
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
University of Bolton Islamabad’s LLB (Hons) Law programme offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the fundamental principles of law, critical reasoning, legal research, and practical skills, empowering you to thrive in today’s legal landscape.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Provide access to legal education to a diverse student body, including mature and non-traditional learners.
- Enhance the employability of students by developing appropriate transferable and legal skills.
- Extend the intellectual and evaluative skills of participants and facilitate the development of processes of creative thought.
- Develop skills necessary for the investigation of legal problems.
- Develop a positive disposition towards, and the skills for, life-long learning.
- Develop transferable skills for use in the workplace.
7. BA (Hons) Fashion
Duration of the degree: 3.0 years
No. of semester: 6
Mode of study: Full-time
The BA (Hons) Fashion programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers fashion design, garment construction, textiles, digital fashion, and fashion history, empowering you to thrive in today’s competitive fashion industry.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Provide a stimulating curriculum underpinned by new developments and trends.
- Provide you with the ability to develop a range of subject specific fashion-based knowledge, experience and skills, and to recognise those transferable skills useful for subsequent employment, self-employment and/or professional development.
- Enable you to develop subject specific skills required for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility, setting your own learning goals, adaptability, self-confidence through critical enquiry, experiential learning and independent study.
- Provide you with the opportunity to explore and critically apply concepts, theories and practice, developing your appreciation of the aesthetic, social, moral, ethical, legal, environmental and economic contexts associated with fashion.
8. MBA Business Administration
Duration of the degree: 1.0 years
No. of semester: 2
Mode of study: Full-time
The MBA (Master of Business Administration) programme at the University of Bolton Islamabad offers a comprehensive curriculum covering strategic management, marketing, financial management, and international business, empowering you to thrive in today’s competitive global market.
Aims of the Programme:
The principal aims of the programme are to:
- Prepare students for progression into a career at senior management level. Students will develop knowledge and skills in strategic thinking and effective leadership appropriate to the contemporary global economy.
- Specifically the programme seeks to develop:
- Critical knowledge of organisations, their management and the changing external contexts in which they operate.
- Systematic knowledge and a thorough understanding of how complex contemporary, global business issues, both systematically and creatively, to improve business and management practice.
- Intellectual capabilities of research, critique, synthesis and creative thinking, culminating in a professional project.
- Academic skills to allow for opportunities for further academic pursuits, as appropriate, for example, DBAs.
- Professional skills and reflective practice to facilitate career planning and development, networking and effective engagement with wider contexts.
- A commitment to lifelong learning and personal development to foster personal growth and contribute to society at large.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The University of Bolton Islamabad is committed to providing quality education for youth in Pakistan.
UOBI offers a range of scholarships to support students in their academic journey. Following are the available scholarships at UOBI:
Need Based Scholarship
Understanding the diverse financial challenges faced by many students, the University of Bolton Islamabad offers Need-Based Scholarships to ensure that education remains accessible to all.
Merit Scholarship
Academic excellence is at the heart of the University of Bolton Islamabad’s values. Our Merit Scholarships reward students who have achieved outstanding academic performance. These scholarships are awarded based on high academic achievement, and they provide financial support to students who demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high academic standards throughout their studies.
Talent Scholarship
The University of Bolton Islamabad celebrates diverse talents across various fields. Our Talent Scholarships are designed to support students who excel in areas such as sports, arts, leadership, and other extracurricular activities.
Ambassador Scholarship
We value students who are passionate about representing the University of Bolton Islamabad and its values. Our Ambassador Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate strong leadership qualities, a commitment to community service, and a desire to promote the university’s mission and vision. Recipients of this scholarship serve as ambassadors for the University of Bolton Islamabad, participating in outreach activities, events, and promotional campaigns.
Industry Scholarship
At the University of Bolton Islamabad, we recognize the importance of bridging the gap between academia and industry. Our Industry Scholarships are designed to support students who demonstrate exceptional potential and a keen interest in pursuing careers within key industrial sectors. Supported by our industry partners, recipients of this scholarship are provided with invaluable networking opportunities, internships, and mentorship programs to enhance their employability and professional growth.
