Admissions in Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre UOP Peshawar 2026

Introduction

Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre (SZIC) is a constituent part of the University of Peshawar, located in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Established in 1983, it was funded by the UAE government and is one of three identical Islamic Centres in Pakistan, alongside those in Karachi and Lahore.

History

The centre was established in 1983 with support from His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, the late President of the UAE. It was transferred to the University of Peshawar in 1985 and started functioning in 1988. The centre was created to combine traditional Islamic education with modern disciplines like computer science and law.

Location and Campus

Located on the main campus of the University of Peshawar, the centre features a white-marbled domed structure with lush green lawns. It includes state-of-the-art labs, a spacious library, a Masjid, a playground, and hostel facilities.

Academic Programs

SZIC offers programs that blend Islamic studies with modern disciplines:

• BS Islamic Studies (with a focus on Islamic banking and finance)

• BS Sharia and Law

• M.Phil and PhD programs with a comparative focus on interfaith and coexistence

• MA and Post-Graduate Diploma programs

Subjects include Fiqh, Hadith, Tafseer, Islamic History, Economics, Computer Science, English, Political Science, and Mathematics.

Student Growth

The centre has experienced significant growth, with enrollment increasing from approximately 250 students in 2022 to nearly 800 students currently.

Recognition

SZIC is a constituent part of the University of Peshawar, a recognized HEC university. Its research journal 'Al-Idah' is a voice of moderation in the country.

Contact Information

• Address: University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

• Phone: +92 91 9216746