About Department
Archaeology
Founded in 2008, the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University is a research-led, field-oriented centre for the study, conservation and public presentation of Pakistan’s cultural heritage within wider South and Central Asian contexts. We integrate archaeological theory and method with conservation science, heritage management, museum practice, epigraphy, numismatics, and the art and architecture of Buddhist and Islamic traditions. Teaching is delivered in small cohorts with close academic advising, extensive fieldwork and studio-lab classes. Students work with modern instrumentation in our Experimental Archaeology Laboratory and Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (including X-ray fluorescence and diffraction, digital microscopy/Dino-Lite, vacuum hood and ultrasonic cleaning, multimeter and related benches) as well as survey and recording equipment (e.g., digital total station). Beyond the classroom, the department runs excavations, surveys and documentation projects, conservation practicums, and regular conferences, workshops and trainings that connect students with practitioners and employers.
We maintain national and international collaborations/MoUs that create pathways to internships, joint research and field placements. Our international collaborations and MoUs include links with the University of Wisconsin Madison (USA), University of Leicester (UK), Ain Shams University (Egypt), the Italian Archaeological Mission to Pakistan (ISMEO), Mansoura University (Egypt), Department of Archaeology at the University of Cambridge (UK). The department is also bound in the same way with the national entities such as, the Taxila Institute of Asian Civilizations (Quaid-i-Azam University), and the Directorate of Archaeology & Museums, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The department sustains a strong publication culture (e.g., monographs, survey and excavation reports, and contributions to Pakistan Heritage), and curates teaching collections and outreach activities (including museum-facing collaborations). Typical career destinations include: federal/provincial Departments of Archaeology & Museums; museum curation and education; conservation and cultural resource management; academia and research; directorates of culture and tourism (federal/provincial); cultural tourism consultancy and guiding.
To support access and progression, students can compete for a broad scholarship/internship portfolio, such as Honahar Scholarship (Punjab), KP Education Endowment/Fund programmes, Chinese Ambassador Scholarship, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal Scholarship, HEC Need-Based Scholarships, sibling fee concessions, laptop schemes, and provincial educational stipends (as periodically announced). Departmental enquiries may be directed to archaeology@hu.edu.pk; further information is available at www.hu.edu.pk
Vision
The vision of the Department of Archaeology is to produce professionals in the field of Archaeology, Heritage Management and Cultural Tourism to play a vital role in the economic development of the country.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Archaeology is to provide high quality education in the fields of Archaeology, Heritage Management and Cultural Tourism to produce quality professionals and experts in different fields of Archaeology.
Industry Impact
Industry Impact
Founded in 2008, the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University is a research-led, field-oriented centre for the study, conservation and public presentation of Pakistan’s cultural heritage within wider South and Central Asian contexts. We integrate archaeological theory and method with conservation science, heritage management, museum practice, epigraphy, numismatics, and the art and architecture of Buddhist and Islamic traditions. Teaching is delivered in small cohorts with close academic advising, extensive fieldwork and studio-lab classes. Students work with modern instrumentation in our Experimental Archaeology Laboratory and Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (including X-ray fluorescence and diffraction, digital microscopy/Dino-Lite, vacuum hood and ultrasonic cleaning, multimeter and related benches) as well as survey and recording equipment (e.g., digital total station). Beyond the classroom, the department runs excavations, surveys and documentation projects, conservation practicums, and regular conferences, workshops and trainings that connect students with practitioners and employers.
We maintain national and international collaborations/MoUs that create pathways to internships, joint research and field placements. Our international collaborations and MoUs include links with the University of Wisconsin Madison (USA), University of Leicester (UK), Ain Shams University (Egypt), the Italian Archaeological Mission to Pakistan (ISMEO), Mansoura University (Egypt), Department of Archaeology at the University of Cambridge (UK). The department is also bound in the same way with the national entities such as, the Taxila Institute of Asian Civilizations (Quaid-i-Azam University), and the Directorate of Archaeology & Museums, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The department sustains a strong publication culture (e.g., monographs, survey and excavation reports, and contributions to Pakistan Heritage), and curates teaching collections and outreach activities (including museum-facing collaborations). Typical career destinations include: federal/provincial Departments of Archaeology & Museums; museum curation and education; conservation and cultural resource management; academia and research; directorates of culture and tourism (federal/provincial); cultural tourism consultancy and guiding.
To support access and progression, students can compete for a broad scholarship/internship portfolio, such as Honahar Scholarship (Punjab), KP Education Endowment/Fund programmes, Chinese Ambassador Scholarship, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal Scholarship, HEC Need-Based Scholarships, sibling fee concessions, laptop schemes, and provincial educational stipends (as periodically announced). Departmental enquiries may be directed to archaeology@hu.edu.pk; further information is available at www.hu.edu.pk
HOD Message
Message from the Head of Department
As Head of the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University, I am delighted to introduce a dynamic, research-led unit committed to excellence in teaching, fieldwork, and heritage stewardship. Established in 2008, the department now offers a full pathway from BS and MA to MPhil and PhD, alongside Pakistan’s first programes in Heritage Management developed with national and international partners. Our curriculum spans South Asian archaeology, conservation, museum studies, epigraphy, numismatics, Islamic and Buddhist art and architecture, and cultural tourism, underpinned by rigorous training in research methods and professional ethics. Students benefit from small group teaching, structured advising, and extensive field opportunities, while our laboratories, equipped for analytical and experimental archaeology (including XRF, XRD, microscopy, digital total station, and related instrumentation), foster hands-on competence and innovation. Staff are active scholars who integrate current research into the classroom and cultivate collaborations with heritage agencies and the tourism sector. With access to a digital library and modern teaching resources, our graduates are prepared to contribute confidently to archaeological research, cultural heritage conservation, cultural resource management, museums, and heritage tourism at regional, national, and international levels. We welcome prospective students, partners, and donors to join us in advancing the study and protection of Pakistan’s rich archaeological heritage.
Prof. Dr. Shakir Ullah
Head of Department
Department Statistics
At a Glance
9 Programs
1,080+
Student Capacity
Estimated intake across currently active programs
HOD Led
12
Faculty Members
Active teachers, mentors, and researchers in the department
0 Milestones
9
Academic Tracks
Structured study pathways for undergraduate and postgraduate learners
Faculty Profile
12
Scholarly Contributors
Faculty expertise supporting teaching, supervision, and departmental growthPrograms
Clear Program Pathways
Doctor of Philosophy in Conservation Studies
3 Years
- Seats available: 120
Impact: Founded in 2008, the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University is a research-led, field-oriented centre for the study, conservation and public presentatio...
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4 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
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Read MoreBachelor of Studies in Conservation Studies
4 Years
- Seats available: 120
Impact: Founded in 2008, the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University is a research-led, field-oriented centre for the study, conservation and public presentatio...
Read MoreBachelor of Studies in Heritage Management
4 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
Impact:
Read MoreBachelor of Studies in Heritage Management
4 Years
- Seats available: 120
Impact: Founded in 2008, the Department of Archaeology at Hazara University is a research-led, field-oriented centre for the study, conservation and public presentatio...
Read MoreBachelor of Studies in History
4 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
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Read MoreDoctor of Philosophy in Archaeology
3 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
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Read MoreMaster of Philosophy in Archaeology
2 Years
- Admissions:
- Seats available: 120
Impact:
Read MoreMaster of Philosophy in Conservation Studies
2 Years
- BS Program’s Objectives i. The program enables the students to have a hand on know...
- Admissions: This program includes essential subjects relating to broadcast, print...
- Seats available: 120
Impact: BS Program’s Objectives i. The program enables the students to have a hand on knowledge in the field and get into the market easily. ii. The stude...
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Learn More About Each Pathway
Doctor of Philosophy in Conservation Studies (3 Years)
This Ph.D (03 Years) program is designed to build strong academic foundations and discipline-relevant expertise in Archaeology.
- Degree Type: Ph.D (03 Years)
- Duration: 3 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Archaeology (4 Years)
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Conservation Studies (4 Years)
This Bachelor (04 Years) program is designed to build strong academic foundations and discipline-relevant expertise in Archaeology.
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Heritage Management (4 Years)
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in Heritage Management (4 Years)
This Bachelor (04 Years) program is designed to build strong academic foundations and discipline-relevant expertise in Archaeology.
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Bachelor of Studies in History (4 Years)
- Degree Type: Bachelor (04 Years)
- Duration: 4 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Doctor of Philosophy in Archaeology (3 Years)
- Degree Type: Ph.D (03 Years)
- Duration: 3 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Master of Philosophy in Archaeology (2 Years)
- Degree Type: Master (02 Years)
- Duration: 2 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
Master of Philosophy in Conservation Studies (2 Years)
BS Program’s Objectives i. The program enables the students to have a hand on knowledge in the field and get into the market easily. ii. The students are enabled to introduce a trend of responsible journali...
- Degree Type: Master (02 Years)
- Duration: 2 Years
- Estimated Intake: 120 seats
- This program includes essential subjects relating to broadcast, print and digital media. The students after st...
Departmental Updates
News & Announcements
Departmental News
View AllOnline Khuli Kachehri Held at Hazara University Under the Chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Ikramullah Khan
Pursuant to the directives of the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, an Online Khuli Kachehri (open court) session was held at the Conference Room of the Vice Chancellor's Secretariat under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Ikramullah Khan, Honorable Vice Chancellor of Hazara University. During the session, student queries and issues were discussed, with on-spot directives issued to concerned officials for priority resolution.
Vice Chancellor Agriculture University Applauds Hazara Universal Solutions as a Model for University-Led Enterprise
Prof. Dr. Sar Zameen Khan, Vice Chancellor of Agriculture University, visited Hazara University and held an interactive session with the Board of Directors and management of Hazara Universal Solutions Private Limited. The visiting Vice Chancellor appreciated the university's initiatives for alternative revenue generation, expressed interest in collaboration, and received a detailed briefing on company registration formalities from the Company Secretary.
Announcements
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Admissions Fall 2026 Application Portal is Now Open
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New Interdisciplinary Research Grant Call Announced
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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
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Abbas Shabbir
Greenhouse/Nursery Manager, Hazara University Mansehra
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