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Universal College Islamabad

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The Universal College Islamabad (UCI), formerly known as University College of Islamabad, is a higher education university based in Sector F-8/2 in Islamabad, Pakistan.Universal College Islamabad was founded in 1992 by Dr. Alan Bicker with the support of prominent Pakistani scientists who noticed a dearth of quality higher education. UCI is a pioneer in offering the University of London International Programmes (EMFSS and Law) in Pakistan. Dr. Maria Catalina Alliende is the Principal of the College.UCI offers University of London LLB, Higher National Diploma (HND), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (CA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), ACCA the UK and others. All the University of London International Programmes are recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.UCI collaborated in 2021 with Monroe College, New York City, USA and introduced the first bilateral American MBA program in Pakistan.

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Universal College Islamabad
Street 21, Islamabad F-8

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44000 Islamabad, F-8
Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
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