Quaid-i-Azam University - QAU vs National University of Science and Technology - NUST vs Islamabad Medical and Dental College - IMDC vs Bahria University vs Riphah International University

Side-by-side comparison from 129 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Allama Iqbal Open University (4.80)
Quaid-i-Azam University - QAU: wins 1/7 categories
National University of Science and Technology - NUST: wins 0/7 categories
Islamabad Medical and Dental College - IMDC: wins 0/7 categories
Bahria University: wins 2/7 categories
Riphah International University: wins 2/7 categories
Allama Iqbal Open University: wins 2/7 categories
Abasyn University Islamabad Campus: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Biochemistry
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Islamabad, Pakistan
4.40
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32 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Computer Science
Islamabad, Pakistan
4.80
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition
Category ratings
Facilities
3.38
4.10
Not rated
4.25
Win
4.08
3.25
Not rated
Location
4.19
4.47
Not rated
4.77
Win
4.08
4.67
Not rated
Professors
4.21
4.14
Not rated
4.31
4.31
4.50
Win
Not rated
Internationality
3.90
3.59
Not rated
3.84
4.00
4.75
Win
Not rated
Student life
4.31
Win
4.22
Not rated
4.27
4.17
4.25
Not rated
Value
4.48
4.27
Not rated
4.19
4.54
Win
4.25
Not rated
Accommodation
3.46
3.76
Not rated
3.65
3.77
Win
3.33
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic programs and research focus.
  • +Highly cooperative and approachable faculty.
  • +Sense of community and belonging among students.
  • +Supportive faculty and well-structured courses, particularly in engineering, IT, and management
  • +Vibrant campus life with numerous clubs, societies, and events
  • +Research focus and analytical development, with programs relevant to industry

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  • +Experienced faculty and supportive mentors
  • +Professional development and career preparation
  • +Secure and well-structured academic environment
  • +High quality education and knowledgeable professors
  • +Modern facilities and conducive learning environment
  • +Supportive atmosphere and vibrant campus life
  • +Flexible study options for work and home
  • +Responsive tutors and timely feedback
  • +High-quality, relevant academic syllabus

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause student difficulties.
  • -Outdated or insufficient facilities hinder the student experience.
  • -Outdated curriculum and lack of engaging events.
  • -Toxic university environment and frequent illness among students.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are frequently criticized.
  • -Inconsistent quality of teaching and curriculum gaps are major concerns.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are often cited.
  • -Communication breakdowns and lack of clear information are significant problems.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are a problem.
  • -Communication gaps lead to confusion and dissatisfaction.

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Rating summary
What students say

Excelling in student life and value, this university receives particularly high marks for its student experience and perceived worth. Professors and location also score well, indicating positive aspects in these areas. However, facilities and accommodation represent the lower-rated categories, suggesting potential areas for improvement. Internationality is rated moderately.

Overall, the university garners positive feedback, with its **Location** standing out as the strongest area, achieving a rating of 4.47. **Facilities** and **Student Life** also received favorable scores around 4.1 and 4.2 respectively. Areas for potential improvement include **Internationality** and **Accomodation**, which received lower ratings of 3.59 and 3.76. **Value** for money is also a significant strength at 4.27.

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The university garners high marks in several key areas. Its location is exceptionally strong, receiving the highest rating. Professors and student life also show considerable strengths. Conversely, accommodation presents as the weakest area, with a significantly lower score compared to other aspects. Internationality and value also received mid-range evaluations.

This university garners strong praise, particularly for its **Value**, achieving the highest rating. Professors are also highly regarded. While student life and location receive solid scores, and internationality is well-received, the **Accommodations** emerge as the relatively weakest area, though still rated above average. Facilities also perform well.

This institution showcases exceptional strengths in its **location (4.67)** and **internationality (4.75)**, indicating a highly desirable and globally connected environment. **Professors (4.5)** also receive very high marks. Conversely, **facilities (3.25)** and **accommodation (3.33)** are areas where the university's performance is comparatively lower, suggesting potential for improvement in these aspects. Other areas like student life and value fall within a positive range.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Approximately 74% of 29 reviews are positive, highlighting academic excellence, research emphasis, and inspiring learning environments. A single negative review, about 3.5%, mentioned financial issues impacting student facilities.

Around 80% of 51 reviews praise the university's amazing environment, supportive faculty, and strong campus life. A few (~4%) mention outdated curriculum or a toxic environment.

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Bahira University receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~94%) for academic growth, professional development, and supportive faculty. A small amount of criticism noted occasional teacher attitude issues.

With a 4.62/5 average rating from 13 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight a strong learning environment, knowledgeable professors, and excellent facilities. No negative feedback was provided.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (100%), with students praising accessible study materials, responsive tutors, and a flexible study system. Graduates also report strong employment prospects.

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Rating distribution
5★
45%
49%
0%
44%
62%
75%
0%
4★
34%
31%
0%
50%
38%
25%
0%
3★
17%
16%
0%
6%
0%
0%
0%
2★
3%
4%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Good University

Quaid-i-Azam University is a very good option for the students of Pakistan. It is the best university of Pakistan. I belong to psychology department and have completed my masters from this university in mid 2020. It is a public university. The university has best Natural sciences department in whole Pakistan. Talking about its professors they are one of the most talented professors of Pakistan. Talking about its international status again being the best university in Pakistan. Many students from Asia and Africa comes to Quaid-i-Azam university. The location of this university is very good as it is present in Islamabad the capital of Pakistan. The university area wise is huge. Talking about its student life its not very good nor very bad either the main problem is religions groups of the university that are the main problem. Accommodation is poor hostels are present but i personally would prefer talking hostel outside of campus. Facilities are present and are good.

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Management of university

I would highly recommend the university to due to the professional and managerial point of view as career development is the main focus of the university my experience with the mentioned university is very wey

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