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Vice Chancellor Prof Abdul Razzaq Sabir said the approval reflects the university\u2019s growing capacity in higher education and research in Balochistan. The university has also updated its Bachelor of Science in Computer Science curriculum to align with HEC and National Computing Education Accreditation Council standards, introducing modules in artificial intelligence, data science and advanced computing. PCT&#038;VI, established under the China\u2013Pakistan Economic Corridor, is offering associate diplomas in software technology, port management, e-commerce, robotics and tourism; one-year diplomas in languages, construction engineering and AI; and short technical courses in electrical work and mobile repair. 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