University of Peshawar Speciality : Computer Science
programme: Computer Science

Studying at the University of Peshawar had both positives and serious drawbacks. On the positive side, the professors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the university has a strong reputation in the region. However, the Computer Science department was far from what one expects in today’s tech-driven world. The department building was old and poorly maintained, and it really needs to be shifted to a modern facility. Almost all processes were manual, even though this was supposed to be a Computer Science programme.

The biggest issue was the lack of practical focus. Classes were mostly theory and exams, with little to no implementation of code or hands-on projects. Learning felt like memorization rather than gaining real technical skills.

In addition, our education was regularly disturbed because almost every month there were strikes by employees or teachers due to salary issues. These strikes wasted valuable study time and created uncertainty. The university environment was also heavily influenced by politics, with groups, protests, and student clashes being common. All of this distracted from academics and made campus life stressful at times.

Opinion about the University
The University of Peshawar has potential, but its outdated system, constant strikes, and political environment take away from the learning experience. I appreciated the professors who genuinely wanted students to learn, but I disliked the infrastructure, lack of practical exposure, and continuous disruptions.

Recommendation
I would not recommend this university to students who want modern, practical, and industry-focused Computer Science education. It can give you a strong theoretical foundation, but you will need to put in extra effort outside the university to gain real skills and industry experience.