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About Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM)
Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) was established in 2009 as a KPK provincial public university, named after Abdul Wali Khan (1917–2006) — the prominent Pashtun nationalist politician, Chairman of the Awami National Party (ANP), and son of the legendary Bacha Khan (Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, the "Frontier Gandhi"). AWKUM is located in Mardan, the second largest city in KPK and the commercial hub of the fertile Peshawar Valley, serving students from Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda, and Malakand districts.
AWKUM is a comprehensive multi-faculty university offering programmes in natural sciences, social sciences, computing, pharmacy, law, and management. Since its establishment it has grown rapidly in student enrollment and programme diversity, and is now one of KPK's significant higher education institutions. The university is located near the historic Gandhara ruins at Takht Bhai — one of Pakistan's most significant UNESCO-nominated Buddhist heritage sites — and has an active archaeology and cultural heritage department.
AWKUM also carries the sad distinction of being the site of a devastating terrorist attack on 15 April 2016, when suicide bombers struck the university campus, killing 16 people. Since then, AWKUM has rebuilt and expanded while implementing robust campus security measures, and continues to serve as an important higher education institution for KPK's youth.
AWKUM Grading Scale — HEC 10-Grade System
| Grade | Grade Points | Percentage Range | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ / A | 4.00 | 85–100% | Excellent / Outstanding |
| A- | 3.67 | 80–84% | Very Good |
| B+ | 3.33 | 75–79% | Good |
| B | 3.00 | 70–74% | Above Average |
| B- | 2.67 | 65–69% | Average |
| C+ | 2.33 | 60–64% | Below Average |
| C | 2.00 | 55–59% | Satisfactory |
| C- | 1.67 | 50–54% | Pass |
| D | 1.00 | 45–49% | Minimum Pass |
| F | 0.00 | Below 45% | Fail |
How to Calculate Your AWKUM GPA
GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Total Credit Hours
Worked Example — BS CS Semester 3
| Subject | Credit Hours | Grade | Grade Points | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Structures | 3 | A | 4.00 | 12.00 |
| Object-Oriented Programming | 3 | A- | 3.67 | 11.01 |
| Discrete Mathematics | 3 | B+ | 3.33 | 9.99 |
| Digital Logic Design | 3 | B+ | 3.33 | 9.99 |
| English Communication | 2 | A | 4.00 | 8.00 |
| Programming Lab | 1 | A | 4.00 | 4.00 |
| Total | 15 | — | — | 54.99 |
GPA = 54.99 ÷ 15 = 3.67 — An excellent semester GPA at AWKUM's BS CS programme.
How to Calculate Your AWKUM CGPA
CGPA = Σ(Semester GPA × Credit Hours) ÷ Total Credit Hours
Four-Semester Worked Example
| Semester | Semester GPA | Credit Hours | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 3.40 | 15 | 51.00 |
| Semester 2 | 3.50 | 15 | 52.50 |
| Semester 3 | 3.67 | 15 | 55.05 |
| Semester 4 | 3.45 | 16 | 55.20 |
| Total | — | 61 | 213.75 |
CGPA = 213.75 ÷ 61 = 3.50 — A solid CGPA at AWKUM across four semesters, qualifying for distinction.
Convert AWKUM CGPA to Percentage
Percentage = CGPA ÷ 4.0 × 100
| CGPA | Percentage Equivalent | Standing |
|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 100% | Outstanding |
| 3.67 | 91.75% | Excellent |
| 3.50 | 87.5% | Distinction |
| 3.00 | 75% | First Division |
| 2.50 | 62.5% | Second Division |
| 2.00 | 50% | Minimum Pass |
AWKUM Programmes
Faculty of Computing
AWKUM's Department of Computer Science offers BS CS and BS IT programmes. These programmes have become among the most popular at AWKUM as demand for computing education has surged across KPK. AWKUM computing graduates find employment in KPK government IT departments, Peshawar-based software firms, and Pakistan's major IT hubs in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. The curriculum follows HEC's national computing curriculum framework.
Faculty of Natural Sciences
AWKUM's natural sciences departments cover Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, and Environmental Sciences. These departments offer BS programmes and active MPhil and PhD research. The Botany and Zoology departments conduct research on KPK's biodiversity — including medicinal plants from Swat, Dir, and Malakand forests — and the Environmental Sciences department focuses on Peshawar Valley air and water quality.
Pharmacy, Economics, Management and Law
AWKUM's Department of Pharmacy offers Pharm-D (5-year Doctor of Pharmacy), producing graduates for pharmaceutical companies and hospital pharmacies across KPK and Pakistan. The Department of Economics and Management Sciences offers BS Economics and BBA programmes, and the Department of Law offers LLB (5-year integrated). Law graduates from AWKUM enrol in the KPK Bar Council and serve as advocates in Mardan, Peshawar, and district courts across KPK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Abdul Wali Khan?
Abdul Wali Khan (1917–2006) was one of Pakistan's most prominent Pashtun nationalist politicians and the long-serving leader of the National Awami Party and later the Awami National Party (ANP). He was the son of Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan (Bacha Khan, the "Frontier Gandhi") — the iconic Pashtun leader and follower of Mahatma Gandhi's non-violence movement. Abdul Wali Khan spent years in prison under various Pakistani governments for his political views and is considered a symbol of Pashtun identity, democratic federalism, and resistance to authoritarianism. He is revered across KPK and the Pashtun diaspora.
What is the minimum CGPA at AWKUM?
The minimum CGPA to remain enrolled and graduate from AWKUM at the BS/Pharm-D/LLB level is 2.0 on the HEC 4.0 scale. MPhil students require a minimum CGPA of 2.5 and PhD students must maintain 3.0 in their coursework before advancing to the research stage. AWKUM awards distinction to graduates with CGPA 3.5+.
Does AWKUM have student hostels?
Yes. AWKUM provides separate male and female student hostels on its main campus in Mardan. Hostel accommodation is available on a priority basis for students coming from far-off districts of KPK — particularly Swat, Dir, Kohistan, and tribal districts — who need to reside in Mardan during their studies. AWKUM's central Mardan location is well-connected by road to Peshawar (55 km) and Islamabad (130 km), making daily commuting feasible for many local students.