The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research was established in 1998. The university offers numerous courses related to the legal profession, equipping students to practice on both the Bar and Bench after graduation. A state-of-the-art campus is housed on 50 acres of land near the picturesque Shameerpet Lake.
The University of Hyderabad is a prestigious university, established in 1974. According to "Current Science," it is the top-ranked university in India for having the most research papers published, as of 2009. It primarily offers post-graduate courses and specializes in research. It is located approximately 20 kilometers from Hyderabad.
Nizam's Institute Of Medical Sciences (NIMS) offers courses in health sciences within its 27 different departments. Established in 1961, it is one of the oldest universities in Hyderabad. The 23-acre campus is located in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, established in 1972, is named after the first Indian prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. It has a reputation for academic excellence and specializes in engineering and applied sciences. The campus is located in the heart of the city and the school's library has more than 20,000 books.
The English and Foreign Languages University is the only university in India that exclusively provides courses in English and foreign languages. The university is spread over three campuses throughout India; the Hyderabad campus, established in 1958, is the oldest.
Osmania University is one of India's oldest and most prestigious universities. It was founded in 1918 and as of 2010 boasts more than 300,000 students from India and abroad. Osmania University offers undergraduate and post-graduate courses in humanities, arts, social sciences law, medicine, sciences, commerce and business. Its engineering and technology schools are renowned.