Iqra University campuses have been built to cater to the
requirements of a modern and diverse student body. All
campuses are air-conditioned/heated and consist of
well-furnished classrooms, sophisticated computer
labs, and a computerized library with all the latest
and relevant reading material. Other facilities
include:
Information Resource Center and Library
The university has a well-equipped Information
Resource Center. The Center is based on the
concept of an independent resource-based
learning that provides networked data,
manuscripts and videos as well as books and
periodicals.
Through inter-library loans, all students have
access to the Information Resource Center at the
American Center and British Council Library. The
university is in the process of making similar
arrangements with some other private resource
centers for providing access to its students and
staff.
Furthermore, the university is in the process of
developing an Audio-Visual Library that will house sound recordings, charts, maps, topic folders and
packs, and a collection of educational video
cassettes and CDs.For students who are preparing to write
dissertations or conducting research for higher
degrees, the Information Resource Center and
the Project Assistance Center (managed by the
Computer Science Department) are rich bases
for research, training and bibliographic support.
Special support and guidance is given to students
who are in the process of choosing and/or
completing their final projects.
Information Technology Facilities
The facilities at the university are regularly
updated to keep pace with the rapid growth in
Information Technology. Information on these
facilities is available at the Network
Administrator's office where support staff is
available to help the students. A range of software
and hardware is also available, enabling students
to produce essays, dissertations and studies.
Students have access to powerful PCs running
the latest Microsoft Windows Software. Each
student has the File Transfer Protocol Facility
from their residence which allows them to
exchange and transfer files from the university
with ease.
Cafeteria
A nice, cozy environment, along with well-
balanced, value-for-money meals, snacks and
beverages are available at the university
cafeteria. A Catering Committee comprising of
Faculty and Staff members meets regularly to
review existing arrangements and develop new
ideas for the future.
Sports and Extra Curricular Facilities
The campus provides excellent opportunities for
sports, cultural and other activities. Facilities
such as Tennis, Badminton, Basketball courts
and a 400-meter walking track enhances the
student's social life on campus. As part of future
plans, the university intends to build a well-
equipped gymnasium with all indoor sports
facilities. The lush green lawns provide a suitable
venue to hold various extra-curricular activities,
which include musical concerts, weekend movie
theatre, debates, dramas and various other
activities.
The campus has various societies such as Sports
Society, Computer Science Society, Hiking Club,
MESAL and the Adventure Club. All these
societies hold events that are arranged by the
students and managed under Faculty supervision. Student committees are also
formed to organize sports and cultural events on
campus.
The university also stresses on organizing
educational trips to large cities such as Lahore
and Karachi where students can gain exposure to
the functioning of different corporations and
businesses. Such trips allow students to study
how textbook concepts are applied practically in
business.
Career Advice and Counseling
Permanent Faculty members devote some of
their time as Career Advisers. These faculty
members are available to talk to students about
careers at different stages in their program
including opportunities for jobs, internships,
workshops and seminars. Other advices include
resume development, interview and presentation
skills and job tracking skills. Besides, providing
career advice, faculty members also act as
counselors to guide and advise students on non-
academic issues. A placement consultant has
been hired to perform above activities for Iqra
students.
Student Accommodation
Iqra University Islamabad Campus has hostel
facilities for outstation students only. At present
the University has accommodation for female only and is planning to include male housing units
in the near future. All students availing hostel
facility are entitled to use the University transport
for commuting to and from the campus.
Transport Facilities
Iqra University provides separate bus
transportation facilities for students in Rawalpindi
and Islamabad. The buses transport students in
the morning, afternoon, evening and night on a
regular basis.
Computer Use and Ethics
Iqra University makes available computer and
network resources for all students.These
information technology resources are intended to
be used for educational purposes only. Illegal or
fraudulent use of the University's information
technology resources is a serious violation of
University regulations. Legal action can be taken
against anyone who violates these policies.
Members of the University community are
expected to have considerate regard for shared
information technology resources, including
those that use voice, images, and video to deliver
information. Furthermore, students are expected
to behave in their use of the technology in a
manner consistent with the University's code of
conduct.
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