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Dow University of Health Sciences

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Dow University of Health Sciences: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Dow University of Health Sciences is a public medical university in Karachi, Pakistan. It suits students who want a health-sciences institution in a large city and can confirm their programme and admission details on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    Dow University of Health Sciences focuses on health sciences. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the official website for the current list of degrees and subject areas before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Application details for international students are not published in the information available here. Check the official website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and whether your previous qualifications are accepted, and confirm any programme-specific rules with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Karachi will still depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published in the information available here, so confirm it before you apply. Also check visa steps, document attestation, recognition of your prior qualifications, and whether your chosen programme has any separate requirements for applicants from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Pakistan has 136 universities. Compared with a broad national field, Dow University of Health Sciences is more specialised because it is a public medical university, so it will be a stronger fit for applicants looking for health-sciences study rather than a general multi-subject option.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Dow University of Health Sciences

What type of university is Dow University of Health Sciences?

It is a public university.

Where is Dow University of Health Sciences located?

It is located in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

What does Dow University of Health Sciences specialise in?

It is a medical university focused on health sciences.

What should an international applicant check before applying?

Check the official website for entry requirements, deadlines, document lists, and programme-specific rules, and confirm them with the admissions office if anything is unclear.

Overview

The Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) is a public medical university located in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. It was established as Dow Medical College during the British Raj in 1945 and is named after the British governor of Sindh at the time Sir Hugh Dow.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Pakistan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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