About Department
Architecture
Department of Architecture, Hazara University Mansehra was established in 2010 with the goal of promoting critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in the built environment. The department combines design, technology, and research in line with its goal of becoming a center of excellence, preparing graduates for the challenges of architecture around the world. Its goal is to produce architects who are not just technically proficient but also ethically, socially, and culturally aware. The department offers a vibrant learning environment that blends academic rigor with real-world experience, with a focus on sustainable development, spatial fairness, and respect for cultural settings. The Department of Architecture prepares students to create resilient, inclusive, and future-ready built environments via international partnerships, creative instruction, and research-driven practice.
Vision
DEPARTMENTAL VISION STATEMENT
To lead as a Centre of excellence in architectural innovation, integrating research and technology to generate sustainable, culturally responsive, and ethically grounded solutions for the global built environment.
Mission
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION STATEMENT
To educate globally responsive architects through scientific inquiry and technological innovation. We develop designers capable of advancing sustainable built environments that respect cultural contexts, promote spatial equity, and drive socioeconomic development, supported by ethical practice and knowledge-integrated global partnerships.
Industry Impact
Industry Impact
Department of Architecture, Hazara University Mansehra was established in 2010 with the goal of promoting critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in the built environment. The department combines design, technology, and research in line with its goal of becoming a center of excellence, preparing graduates for the challenges of architecture around the world. Its goal is to produce architects who are not just technically proficient but also ethically, socially, and culturally aware. The department offers a vibrant learning environment that blends academic rigor with real-world experience, with a focus on sustainable development, spatial fairness, and respect for cultural settings. The Department of Architecture prepares students to create resilient, inclusive, and future-ready built environments via international partnerships, creative instruction, and research-driven practice.
Message from the Head of Department
Chairperson Message
Greetings from Department
of Architecture. The department has been committed to developing architects
that blend innovation and cultural sensitivity, as well as creativity and
responsibility. We prioritize technological advancement, research integration,
and sustainable design, all of which are guided by our aim to be a center of
excellence. Our goal is to produce internationally minded professionals who
respect local settings while tackling today's issues. Our aim is to encourage
students to create inclusive, resilient, and socially transformational spaces
through academic rigor, ethical practice, and international collaborations.
Ar. Mir Wali Shah
Chairperson/Associate Professor
Department of Architecture
Hazara University, Mansehra
Dr. Muhammad Mir Wali
Head of Department
Department Statistics
At a Glance
3 Programs
360+
Student Capacity
Estimated intake across currently active programs
HOD Led
8
Faculty Members
Active teachers, mentors, and researchers in the department
0 Milestones
3
Academic Tracks
Structured study pathways for undergraduate and postgraduate learners
Faculty Profile
8
Scholarly Contributors
Faculty expertise supporting teaching, supervision, and departmental growthPrograms
Clear Program Pathways
Bachelor of Architecture
5 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
Impact:
Read MoreBachelor of Studies in Interior Architecture
4 Years
- Seats available: 120
Impact: Department of Architecture, Hazara University Mansehra was established in 2010 with the goal of promoting critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in the b...
Read MoreBachelor of Studies in Landscape Design
5 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
Impact:
Read MoreProgram Details
Learn More About Each Pathway
Bachelor of Architecture (5 Years)
- Degree Type: Bachelor (05 Years)
- Duration: 5 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Interior Architecture (4 Years)
This Bachelor (04 Years) program is designed to build strong academic foundations and discipline-relevant expertise in Architecture.
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Landscape Design (5 Years)
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 5 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Departmental Updates
News & Announcements
Departmental News
View AllSITUATION VACANT Adv. No. 03/2026
Online applications are invited from Pakistani Nationals (Male/Female) who are competent, professional, dynamic and dedicated in their respective fields
Job Opportunities: Research Associate/Assistant Positions (HEC-NRPU Project No. 141369–52) – Department of Agriculture
HEC-Funded NRPU Project No. 141369–52 Applications are invited from qualified and motivated candidates for the positions of Research Associate/Assistant (PhD enrolled) and Research Associate/Assistant (MPhil enrolled) in the Department of Agriculture, Hazara University Mansehra. Apply by sending your CV and credentials to [email protected] on or before July 24, 2026.
Applications are invited from suitable candidates to be appointed for the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)
The Department of Zoology, Hazara University Mansehra, is seeking qualified and motivated professionals for the positions of Project Manager (1 post) and Research Assistant (6 posts) under the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) funded research project on "Synergizing Long-Read Sequencing and Consanguinity to Uncover Coding and Non-Coding Drivers of Multiple Malformation Syndromes."
Announcements
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Admission
Admissions Fall 2026 Application Portal is Now Open
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Important
New Interdisciplinary Research Grant Call Announced
Proud Alumni
Leaders Growing National Impact
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Attika Basharat
Farm Manager, Hazara University Mansehra
Oversees daily operations of crop or livestock farms; manages budgets, staff, and production schedules
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Zanib Tariq
Crop Production Specialist, Hazara University Mansehra
Advises on planting, irrigation, fertilization, and harvesting schedules to maximize yield.
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Umair Shafique
Livestock Production Manager, Hazara University Mansehra
Manages breeding, nutrition, health, and housing for cattle, poultry, sheep, or swine.
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Abbas Shabbir
Greenhouse/Nursery Manager, Hazara University Mansehra
Supervises production of ornamental plants, vegetables, or tree saplings in controlled environments.
Faculty Members