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Affiliated: Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST)

Usterzai Payan · Kohat · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Al-AsarDegree College

A place of intellectual, moral and spiritual growth.

BS programs in English, Computer Science and Psychology, in affiliation with Kohat University of Science and Technology — on the green hills between Kohat and Hangu.

Aerial view of the Al-Asar Degree College building among the green hills of Usterzai Payan

Affiliated with

Kohat University of Science & Technology

BS · 4 years
8 semesters, 2 each year
3 disciplines
English · Computer Science · Psychology
Since 1993
Al-Asar Academy, Usterzai Payan
Session 2024–25
First-ever degree-level entry

Welcome

Not a business — a welfare society's commitment to its community.

Terraced courtyard garden in front of an arched veranda on the Al-Asar campus
The domed mosque on the Al-Asar campus
A student selecting a reference volume from the library shelves

Our changing world is full of challenges and opportunities for young people. Finding an institution that can provide an education to fully prepare them for what lies ahead is vital. Al-Asar Welfare Society is one of those providing such types of educational opportunity on elementary, secondary and now on degree level too.

The evolution of Al-Asar Academy, founded by the Al-Asar Welfare Society, is not the story of days; it is rather a continuous fruit of continuous effort which is still moving forward. Founded in 1993 as a middle level school, it sprung into full-fledged two separate sections for Boys and Girls from class Nursery to 12th. And now another milestone of graduation, degree level education, is achieved. It is located in a spacious area of about 200 Kanals outside the city, placed on the top of green hills in the middle of Kohat and Hangu district. Its panoramic site, tranquil atmosphere and pollution free environment have made it charming and attractive for all.

Al-Asar is not a private institution built for business purposes only, rather is a welfare society which every year offers free education (along with all academic expenses) for orphans and poor people in the shape of scholarships.

1993

Al-Asar Academy founded

Our History

3,000

Students, Nursery to Higher Secondary

2,000 boys and 1,000 girls — Our Future

BS Programs

Three disciplines to begin with.

Four-year BS degree programs of eight semesters, offered in affiliation with Kohat University of Science and Technology.

All programs
Department of English signboard01
4 years · 8 semesters

BS English

Literature and linguistics, communication and critical thinking — preparing students for effective communication at all levels and forums.

Total credit hours offered: 135
The Computer Science computer lab02
4 years · 8 semesters

BS Computer Science

Programming and solution development, databases, networks and software engineering — producing highly skilled professionals for the fastest growing sector.

Minimum 135 credit hours
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4 years · 8 semesters

BS Psychology

The science of human behaviour — theories, methods and evidence, from cognitive and social psychology to clinical, counseling and research practice.

Minimum 138 credit hours

The college building has capacity for more programs — see planned future programs.

Messages

From the leadership of Al-Asar

The Chairman of the Al-Asar Welfare Society, the Coordinator of Al-Asar Academy and the Principal of the Degree College.

Haji Ahmad Raza, Chairman, Al-Asar Welfare Society

Chairman

Al-Asar Welfare Society

Haji Ahmad Raza

The tiny seedling sowed thirty years ago has now grown into a full-fledged tree with penetrated roots and spreading its branches.

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Prof. Engr. Iqbal Zeb Khattak at his desk

Coordinator

Al-Asar Academy

Prof. Engr. Iqbal Zeb Khattak

We seek solutions not excuses, deliver great results and serve the community by imparting quality education.

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Prof. Zafrullah Khan Wazir, Principal

Principal

Al-Asar Degree College

Prof. Zafrullah Khan Wazir

Sincerity, commitment and hard work are our guiding principles; and our focus is on fostering critical and analytical thinking of students.

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Portrait of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah

Quaid's Message for Students

“Develop a sound sense of discipline, character, initiative and a solid academic background. You must devote yourself whole-heartedly to your studies, for that is your first obligation to yourselves, your parents and to the state. You must learn to obey for only then you can learn to command.”
Muhammad Ali Jinnah — Islamia College, Peshawar, 12th April, 1948

Campus

An eco-friendly campus on the hills between Kohat and Hangu.

Open air building, gardens, parks, grounds, parking areas, hostels and gym — its panoramic site, tranquil atmosphere and pollution free environment have made it charming and attractive for all.

Panoramic aerial view of the Al-Asar campus on the hills between Kohat and Hangu
The domed mosque on the Al-Asar campus
The Computer Science computer lab
Students reading at long tables in the library
Dining hall for students

Admissions

Admission on merit.

For Bachelor/BS (4-year) programs, merit is determined from SSC, HSSC and the entrance test.

Merit for BS admission: SSC or equivalent 10 percent, HSSC or equivalent 40 percent, NAT or entrance test or approved test 50 percent.
10%SSC / Equivalent
Percent marks in SSC or equivalent
40%HSSC / Equivalent
Percent marks in HSSC or equivalent
50%NAT / Entrance Test / Approved Test
Percent marks in NAT / Entrance Test (ETEA) / ETC (HEC) / other Provinces Testing Agencies with valid passing marks

Merit = A + B + C(A: SSC 10% · B: HSSC 40% · C: Entrance test 50%)

  1. 1

    Advertisement

    Admissions are advertised in local and national print media and on social media.

  2. 2

    Application

    Applications are received and processed as per the procedure advertised at the time of admissions.

  3. 3

    Merit list

    A general merit list is displayed online and/or on departmental notice boards, open for queries.

  4. 4

    Provisional offer

    The HoD notifies offers of admission; second and third merit lists follow if seats remain.

  5. 5

    Verification & confirmation

    Original documents are verified by the HoD's office before the admission is confirmed.

Notice Board

News & announcements

Announcements about admissions, merit lists, examinations and campus events will appear here as they are published by the college. Students are expected to read the notice boards regularly.

Come and see Al-Asar for yourself.

To really understand the warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes Al-Asar different, you have to experience the college in person.