Virtual University of Pakistan

Virtual University of Pakistan Virtual University of Pakistan is Pakistan’s first University based completely on modern ICT delivering e-Learning mode of education. http://www.vu.edu.pk
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The Virtual University is Pakistan's first public sector university based completely on modern Information and Communication Technologies. The University opened its virtual doors in 2002 using television broadcasts and the Internet thereby allowing students to follow its programs regardless of their physical location. At VU, the top professors of the country, regardless of their institutional affi

liations, develop and deliver hand-crafted courses. The University holds a Federal Charter, making its degrees recognized and accepted all over the country as well as overseas. Pakistani students residing overseas in several other countries have also enrolled in the University’s programs. The University relies on digital media, Internet and free-to-air satellite television broadcasts to impart education. The University has its own four television channels (VTV1, VTV2, VTV3 & VTV4) and students have the liberty to watch their lectures in the comfortable surroundings of their homes which become virtual classrooms of VU or at any of the many VU campuses spread all over the country. These lectures are also available in DVD format and can easily be purchased at a minimal cost from University’s on-line Bookshop (http://bookshop.vu.edu.pk). The lecture videos are also available on the globally popular YouTube site http://www.youtube.com/vu. Over 6000 video lectures on YouTube make it one of the largest contributions by any university to the Open Education Resources (OER) movement. VU has now published all courses on its open courseware site (http://ocw.vu.edu.pk), and thereby joined the ranks with top universities of the world. VU’s open courseware website has been ranked as the best new open courseware website for the year 2012 by the international OCW Consortium. The students and teachers use the Internet to interact with each other. For this purpose the Virtual University has developed an online Learning Management System (LMS) through which the students have 24/7 access to reading material, lecture videos and notes and prescribed texts. The LMS is also used to hand out assignments to students and hold pop quizzes and practice tests. This innovative and unique mechanism for the delivery of education adopted by VU offers a high degree of flexibility to students who may view the lectures at a time of their choice.

The Department of Sociology at the Virtual University of Pakistan successfully conducted its Spring 2026 Orientation Ses...
30/04/2026

The Department of Sociology at the Virtual University of Pakistan successfully conducted its Spring 2026 Orientation Session on April 29, 2026. The event brought together newly enrolled students from across the country through an online platform, marking the beginning of their academic journey in the university’s digital learning environment.

The session was led by Dr. Mazhar Islam, Incharge of the Department of Sociology, who provided a comprehensive overview of the department’s academic structure, study scheme, and key learning processes.

The faculty members also joined the session from Lahore and shared insights into career opportunities available to sociology graduates and emphasized the role of skill development alongside academic learning. Students were further guided on internships, projects, and the effective use of the Learning Management System (LMS).

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, enabling students to gain clarity and confidently begin their academic journey.

We are excited to announce our FREE course: "Introduction to Modern AI." Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curiou...
29/04/2026

We are excited to announce our FREE course: "Introduction to Modern AI." Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about how AI is shaping our world, this course is designed for you!

What You’ll Learn:
- Intro to Modern AI
- Machine Learning Foundations
- Explore Generative AI
- Work with Computer Vision
- Master Chatbot Usage and Prompt Engineering

Register now and start learning today:
https://www.netacad.com/courses/introduction-to-modern-ai?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=216ac496-c169-4f73-8f25-5afac147cae7

Overseas Students are informed that Need Based Scholarship link for Spring - 2026 semester has been opened. If you are a...
29/04/2026

Overseas Students are informed that Need Based Scholarship link for Spring - 2026 semester has been opened. If you are a deserving student and eligible to apply for Need Based Scholarship under rules, please apply at your earliest. The last date to apply for Need Based Scholarship is May 01, 2026.

The link for "Student Scholarship Regulations, 2015" is copied below for ready reference;
https://www.vu.edu.pk/pages/VUScholarships

The procedure to apply for Need Based Scholarship is as follows;
1. From within the LMS, click the "Student Services" button
2. Click on the "Need Based Scholarship" link, under "Accounts" Section
3. A form will be displayed.
4. Fill in the required information
5. Click the "Submit" Request button.

These Regulations shall come into force with effect from Fall’2015 semester and shall supersede the Student Scholarship Regulation, 2010.

𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐔!The Virtual University of Pakistan (VU), through DTC-Pakistan, has proudly secured 1st positio...
27/04/2026

𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐔!

The Virtual University of Pakistan (VU), through DTC-Pakistan, has proudly secured 1st position worldwide in the ITU DTC x Cisco Learning Campaigns (2025–2026)

With 9,000+ learners enrolled, VU successfully delivered impactful training in:
• Digital Awareness
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
• Entrepreneurship & more

This achievement reflects VU’s commitment to empowering communities with future-ready digital skills and leading global digital transformation efforts.

A big thank you to our learners, partners, and dedicated team for making this possible!

The Department of Sociology invites you to the Spring 2026 Orientation Session on April 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM. This sess...
27/04/2026

The Department of Sociology invites you to the Spring 2026 Orientation Session on April 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM. This session, featuring a welcome note by Dr. Mazhar Islam, will outline your semester activities, internship paths, and employment opportunities.

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88690901409?pwd=iA5cFbOJaBkI693gCLharfAIuabSMl.1
Passcode:09183810

The Department of Economics VUP successfully conducted its Orientation Session for Spring 2026 students today, bringing ...
27/04/2026

The Department of Economics VUP successfully conducted its Orientation Session for Spring 2026 students today, bringing together newly enrolled students from across the country through an interactive online platform.

The session aimed to warmly welcome students and provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the department’s academic structure, study scheme, and learning processes. Participants were guided on the effective use of the Learning Management System (LMS), along with detailed insights into course materials, assignments, quizzes, and discussion forums.

During the session, the Head of Department, Dr. Muhammad Shakeel, highlighted the importance of continuous learning through webinars on emerging and recent topics. Students were further briefed on internship opportunities, project work, and various career pathways available to economics graduates, including diverse job prospects in both public and private sectors.

The orientation concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where students’ queries were addressed, ensuring they begin their academic journey with clarity and confidence.

The Department of CS & IT welcomes Spring 2026 students to a comprehensive Orientation Session.This session will provide...
25/04/2026

The Department of CS & IT welcomes Spring 2026 students to a comprehensive Orientation Session.

This session will provide key academic insights, including LMS navigation, study schemes, semester planning, and examination guidelines — ensuring a smooth and focused start to your journey at VU.

Tuesday, 28 April 2026
10:00 AM | Online via Zoom

Help us optimize your orientation experience! Fill out the Pre-Session Survey at the link below.
https://forms.gle/qjXariaGtGBfqju59

Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82921907640?pwd=XPh4Gut8UlJLxTBTn5EZpnExq7E8kW.1
Passcode:22563708

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and begin your semester on the right track.

The Department of Economics at Virtual University of Pakistan invites all newly enrolled students of Spring 2026 to join...
24/04/2026

The Department of Economics at Virtual University of Pakistan invites all newly enrolled students of Spring 2026 to join the Orientation Session designed to set you up for success.

Date: April 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8YHkHhtBST6tt9aaW2_mXg

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and begin your journey the right way!

𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞The Department of English at the Virtual University of Pak...
24/04/2026

𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞

The Department of English at the Virtual University of Pakistan conducted an online orientation session on April 22, 2026, via Zoom for newly admitted Spring 2026 students from across the country.

The session commenced with a welcome note by the Head of Department, Dr. Ayesha Perveen, who highlighted the department’s academic vision, program structure, and strategies for success in a virtual learning environment.

Faculty members from Lahore, Hyderabad, Multan, Abbottabad, Faisalabad, and Islamabad shared valuable insights on academic excellence, personal development, and key program components, including research projects and internships. The panel included Muhammad Asif, Muhammad Aamir Zahoor, Muhammad Abdullah, Muhammad Muzzamil, Zaira Shahbaz, Zafar Nazeer, Nuzhat Saeed, Maria Aftab, and Afsheen Hassan (Session Coordinator).

An interactive Q&A session allowed students to address their queries, fostering an engaging and supportive environment. The session concluded with a warm welcome to the new students and a reaffirmation of the department’s commitment to supporting them throughout their academic journey and future careers.

This International Girls in ICT Day, take a step toward a brighter, smarter future with FREE online courses by Virtual U...
22/04/2026

This International Girls in ICT Day, take a step toward a brighter, smarter future with FREE online courses by Virtual University of Pakistan in collaboration with ITU & Cisco.

Choose your path by registering below:
Digital Awareness: https://www.netacad.com/courses/digital-awareness?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=fc6e0998-bfbd-4ff1-b4d4-54ec5fbfe8d5

Introduction to Modern AI: https://www.netacad.com/courses/introduction-to-modern-ai?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=216ac496-c169-4f73-8f25-5afac147cae7

Open to all students. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow, learn, and prepare for the future!

The Department of Islamic Studies at Virtual University of Pakistan is hosting an Orientation Session for Spring 2026 st...
21/04/2026

The Department of Islamic Studies at Virtual University of Pakistan is hosting an Orientation Session for Spring 2026 students. This session will guide you through everything you need to get started— from study schemes and LMS overview to graded activities, career pathways, and student engagement opportunities.

Session Details:
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Join via Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/fod-bsbx-wcv

For any queries, please contact: [email protected]

Your participation is highly encouraged to ensure a smooth start to your academic journey.

Department of Mass Communication Holds Orientation for Spring 2026 StudentsThe Virtual University of Pakistan’s Departme...
21/04/2026

Department of Mass Communication Holds Orientation for Spring 2026 Students

The Virtual University of Pakistan’s Department of Mass Communication organized an online orientation session on April 20, 2026, via Zoom for newly admitted Spring 2026 students from across the country.

The session began with the recitation of the Holy Qur’an, followed by a welcome address from the Head of Department, Dr. Nadia Saleem (Assistant Professor), who introduced the department’s vision, academic programs, and study scheme, along with effective study methods.

Faculty members from Lahore, Peshawar, Islamabad, and Multan participated, sharing valuable insights on academic success, professional development, and key academic components such as research, seminars, practical work, and internships. They also addressed students’ queries in detail.

Students actively engaged throughout the session, reflecting enthusiasm and readiness to begin their academic journey. The department warmly welcomed the new cohort and reaffirmed its commitment to their academic and professional growth.

Address

Sir Syed Memorial Building, 19 Ataturk Avenue, G-5/1
Islamabad
44050

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:00 - 17:00
Sunday 10:00 - 19:00

Telephone

+92 42 111 880 880

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