Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

Program Description

With the successful launching of the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Science, the Department of Biomedical Sciences (BMS) is extending the offered programs in Biomedical Sciences to Masters (MS). BMS has established modern up-to-date laboratories with the latest biomedical equipment and research facilities. Along with teaching undergraduate students, BMS labs are equipped with the latest equipment for research projects of postgraduate students. The Master’s program in Biomedical Science is of unique nature providing the students with opportunities to work in research labs, hospitals, diagnostic labs, and industries to get exposure to real-world challenges. This gives them expertise in designing and developing efficient diagnostic and therapeutic options for disease cures.

Why Study at PAF IAST?

Location and Ambience

PAF IAST is nestled in natural mountains that flank its campus from all sides. The institute offers one  ravishing view of snow-capped peaks of Nathiagali and natural winding trails. Furthermore, to its north-west is Tarbela Lake, a journey of only a few kilometers from the campus. Moreover, set in the middle of the campus is a natural lake, fed by the springs of surrounding mountains. The campus is just a 3-kilometer drive from the Hazara Motorway. This results in an ideal setting equally conducive to academic activity. Most importantly, major cities like Islamabad, Abbottabad, are just an hour’s drive, while small towns like Wah, Hasanabadal, Taxila, and Swabi can be reached in just half an hour. All these features make PAF IAST the best biomedical sciences university in KPK. 

Technology Advancement and Foreign Partnership

This institute is an emerging center of excellences, with its own technology park. Therefore, all faculty members hold PhD degrees in appropriate disciplines. By virtue of its wide array of facilities and the facilitation for its students to learn. Furthermore, they benefit both from classroom teaching and faculty trained at premier Austrian universities/institutions. The institution is ideally cut out for imparting state-of–the-art engineering and allied education in Pakistan. Moreover, the institute enjoys close linkages with top ranking universities in Austria and China. As a result, we have already concluded with them formal agreements regarding student and faculty exchange programs, provision of dual degrees in certain areas, and the training support from foreign faculty. 

Academia-Industry Relationship

There is a strong relationship between academia and industry. As a result, this paves the way for job opportunities for students even in the midst of their studies. PAF IAST will serve as a welcome platform for the industry to share their requirements for a skilled workforce. Therefore, this will enable the institute to incorporate their valuable inputs in practical vocational training and expose the students to industrial perspectives.

On-Spot Industry Internship

Firstly, it will be a mandatory requirement for every student to do an internship every semester in an appropriate industry. Secondly, this will garner them practical experience related to their respective degree programs. To crown it all, Technology Park will afford them rare opportunities to apply themselves innovatively and become promising entrepreneurs.

Need and Merit-based Scholarships

Different types of local and foreign scholarship opportunities are available on need and merit base.

Associated Careers

Biomedical Scientists, Biomedical Technicians, Drug Designer in Biotech/Biopharmaceutical Industry, Research Scientist, Medical and Clinical Lab Technologists & Technicians, Biochemists, Microbiologists, Epidemiologists, R&D and Process Development Scientists, Biotechnology/Biomedical Business Plan Analyst, Teacher/Professor in colleges/university.

Semester-wise Course Break-up

Semester 1

S. No

Code

Course Title

Theory

1

BMS-855

Trends in Medical Diagnostics

 

3

2

BMS-804

Techniques in Biomedical Research

3

3

BMS-###

Elective course I

3

4

BMS-###

Elective course II

3

5

SS-821

Research Methodology

2 (NC and NG)

Total Semester Credit Hours

12

Semester 2

S. No

Code

Course Title

Theory

6

BMS-866

Health Informatics 

3

7

BTY-878

Bio-entrepreneurship

3

8

BMS-###

Elective III

3

9

BMS-###

Elective IV

3

Total Semester Credit Hours

12

Semester 3 & 4

S. No

Code

Course Title

Research

10

BMS-899

Master Thesis

6

Total

30

Admissions

PAF-IAST promotes equal opportunities and welcomes students from all backgrounds, irrespective of their creed, color, gender, ethnicity, and their social and financial status. Female students are encouraged to join any program of their choice and realize their dreams.