FACILITIES
WHAT WE HAVE FOR YOU
Media Studies is one of the best Departments of the country when it comes to Journalism.
The Department of Media Studies is housed in two buildings, one is called the old building while the second one is called FM building.
The old building house the BUBA, Balochistan University Broadcast academy, magazine production facility and campus newspaper unit and faculty offices. While the FM building and TV studio and the conference hall are in the new block.
TV STUDIO
UoB TV Studio is the first campus studio of the Balochistan
We are the first University of Balochistan to establish a state of the art tv studio for the students of the department to have hands on training in the field of television. The students practically participate in recording news and talk shows. The facility is purely for the students to enhance their skills.
LATEST CAMERAS
Broadcast cameras with 4K quality.
The Television Studio of the Department is well equiped with latest broadcast cameras having HD quality. The students get the oppertunity to learn camera functions in order to make short films, documentary and tv commercials.
CAMPUS RADIO
FM 96.6 first campus radio of Balochistan
It is matter honor to mention that our Department is the first in the province to have a Campus Radio, F.M 96.6 started the transmission in 2014. Its transmission covers the whole city of Quetta. The students plan, collect, edit and broadcast day to day campus activities while learning the various phases of radio production.
RECORDING STUDIO
Two state of the art sound studios
At the Department of Media Studies FM building we have two state of the art sound recording studios where various programs are recorded on daily basis using modern mixers and mics.
4K DRONE CAMERA
To capture the marvels of nature.
In modern times the presence of aerial shots in any documentary or film is expected by viewers, it beautifies the work. Drone camera brings amazing shots of nature can be seen with the help of drone camera which was never possible in past.
AUDIO VISUAL EDITING LAB
To conduct practicals of subjects taught
The editing labs are equipped with latest desktop computers which can handle the heavy workload of editing sound and film. The students record and edit theirs assignments on the computers.
MEETING ROOM
Venue for meetings including Editorial Board
The Meeting Room at the Department of Media Studies, University of Balochistan, serves as a hub for faculty discussions, board meetings, and editorial sessions. Designed for productive dialogue and decision-making, the space is equipped with modern seating, presentation tools, and a professional ambiance to facilitate meaningful conversations. Whether for academic planning, media research discussions, or policy formulation, the Meeting Room fosters collaboration, innovation, and strategic growth within the department.
GOING GREEN
Providing uninterrupted solar electricity
Committed to sustainability and innovation, the department operates on solar energy, making it an eco-friendly learning space. This green initiative ensures uninterrupted power for media labs, broadcasting studios, and digital editing suites, fostering an environment where students can engage in cutting-edge media production without disruptions.
DAILY NEWSPAPERS
To get in touch with latest happenings
The Department of Media Studies provides a dedicated newspaper reading facility for students, offering access to leading Urdu and English dailies on a regular basis. This initiative aims to enhance students’ awareness of current affairs, journalistic styles, and media trends — an essential part of their academic and professional growth.
REFRESHING OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT
A place to relax
The lush green lawns of the Department offer a refreshing outdoor space where faculty and students can relax, engage in discussions, and enjoy the natural surroundings. These well-maintained lawns serve as a perfect setting for informal gatherings, study sessions, and outdoor academic activities. Providing a peaceful escape from the classroom environment, the lawns foster creativity, social interaction, and a sense of community within the department.
CONFERENCE HALL
Venue for organizing events
A modern conference hall with 100 seats capacity is another major facility for the Departments students and faculty. It is equiped with latest public address system with mixer and cordless mics. The venue is used for conferences, workshops, guest lectures and trainings.
SPACIOUS CLASSROOMS
Digital Boards and Multimedia
The classrooms of the department have the capacity of 60 seats and are equipped with digital boards and multimedia to teach students in a better way in order to communicate the lectures more easily.
ARCHIVE ROOM
Newspapers as old as 75 years are well preserved
The newspapers archive room is housed in the old building of the department having a huge collection of national as well as local newspapers published in various languages. The archival record is of great importance for the researchers conducting research on various subjects. The students of the Department involved in research utilise the facility for references.
DIGITAL LIBRARY
More than 3000 e-books available.
The library of the department has more than 2000 books written by emminent authors working in the field of mass communication. The library also have a collection of ebooks which are easily available for the students to study and prepare their assignments and research work.
