THE AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

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Bachelor of Studies in Arts and Sciences

Majors Offered

Major
Environmental Studies
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Social Development Studies
Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Studies in Arts and Sciences at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is a forward-thinking, four-year undergraduate programme that reimagines how we learn, question, and lead. Breaking away from conventional models of higher education, this programme offers a broad and interdisciplinary curriculum that blends the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, encouraging students to make connections across disciplines, think critically, and engage with the world in innovative ways.

The Bachelor of Studies in Arts and Sciences is a transformative programme. It is a deeply integrated and holistic academic structure with four connected principal components. These components balance disciplinary knowledge with an aspiring general education anchored in practical learning.

Four Principal Components

Component	Description
The Core Curriculum	Foundational learning across disciplines
Experiential Learning	Practical, hands-on educational experiences
Interdisciplinary Majors	Specialized study across multiple fields
Senior Capstone	Culminating academic project

Admissions Policy

The FAS follows a needs-blind admissions policy considering the candidate's context and merit without reference to financial need. There are no quotas, reserved seats or admissions against donations. Merit-based admissions are open to candidates globally.

Key Dates

Event	Date
Applications Open	2026–2027 Admission Cycle
Early-Bird Discount Deadline	December 10, 2026
Application Deadline	January 12, 2027

Note: An early-bird discount is available for applicants who submit their applications before December 10, 2026. Please refer to the Application Fee and Mode of Payment document for details.

How to Apply

Apply Online: You are required to apply online.
Assistance Available: For help with completing the online application, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) or Understand the Online Process.

Apply at: www.aku.edu/FAS

Eligibility Criteria

Item	Details
Education System	Candidates following any system of education may apply
Subject Requirements	No specific subject requirements
Test Options	SAT I score is also accepted in lieu of AKU conducted Accuplacer test

Note: For further information, please refer to the Admission Information document.

Contact Information

Office of the Registrar
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
The Aga Khan University
Stadium Road, Karachi 74800 Pakistan

Contact	Details
Email	fas.query@aku.edu
Tel	+92 21 3486 9880

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