Dean's Message
The Faculty of Engineering aims to develop and produce the next generation of accomplished engineers, scientists, researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs with strong technical and analytical skills. We offer two four-year undergraduate degree programs: B.E. in Biomedical Engineering and BS in Robotics and Intelligent Systems, along with ME and PhD programs in Biomedical Engineering. Our engineering program is recognized and accredited by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
The B.E. Biomedical Engineering program is designed to produce engineers with a competitive edge in both knowledge and technical skills through inquiry, research, and experimentation. On the other hand, the B.S. in Robotics and Intelligent Systems program focuses on robotics and intelligent system analysis and application, preparing students to meet the growing global demand in these cutting-edge fields.
For both programs, the faculty of engineering has adopted a globally competitive curriculum that incorporates theoretical knowledge with hands-on training and learning using state-of-the-art equipment. This allows students to solve complex engineering problems and enables them to enhance their technical skills in various industries such as automation, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, both nationally and internationally.
Our well-qualified and experienced faculty ensures that the program's learning outcomes are achieved. We emphasize student-teacher interaction to provide an optimal learning environment, where strong emphasis is laid on Industry-Academia collaboration. To support this, we have an Industrial Advisory Board that facilitates the development of insights on current trends in the healthcare industry and emerging technologies by arranging class lectures, seminars, webinars, field visits, and workshops for students.
For continuous quality improvement, the Board of Studies and Board of Faculty regularly review and discuss curricula and related matters, ensuring that our programs remain relevant and up-to-date. On behalf of the Faculty of Engineering, I welcome you to join an innovative world of Engineering and Science and wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
Dr. M. Zeeshan Ul Haque
Professor & Dean
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering offers a variety of programs in engineering, science, and technology. These programs aim to improve educational standards and solve real-world problems through ideas and innovation. Our programs focus on engineering and computing principles, problem-solving approaches, and the development of innovative solutions in healthcare, robotics, and intelligent systems
As technology advances, the global demand for biomedical, robotics, and AI experts is rising globally. To meet this demand, we offer two four-year, well-structured undergraduate degree programs: BE Biomedical Engineering and BS Robotics and Intelligent Systems, along with ME and PhD in Biomedical Engineering. All programs follow the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) guidelines, ensuring compliance with the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) system.
Our curriculum is designed to provide a solid engineering foundation coupled with hands-on expertise in state-of-the-art laboratories. The BE Biomedical Engineering program focuses on integrating engineering with medical sciences, covering areas such as medical device design, bioinstrumentation, and healthcare technology management. The BS Robotics and Intelligent Systems program covers robotics, AI, Machine Learning, and Autonomous Systems, preparing students for technological advancement.
The ME Biomedical Engineering programs emphasize advanced areas such as Physiological Modeling and simulation, Biomedical Imaging, Signal Processing, Medical device design and the application of AI and health care. The PhD Biomedical Engineering program is designed to unlock new frontiers in Biomedical research, equipping graduates with the expertise to lead cutting-edge research and innovation in health care.
Beyond regular classes, we enhance technical and professional skills through seminars, workshops, and internships, preparing students for research, development, and innovation. Our experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, and supportive environment help turn theoretical knowledge into real world solutions for future engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs.
To maintain continuous improvement and high educational standards, the Faculty of Engineering has established a Board of Studies (BoS), a Board of Faculty (BoF), and an Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) made up of professionals, industry experts, entrepreneurs, and consultants. These bodies guide student’s professional development, ensuring their ability to secure job placement and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Advisory Experts from Industry
| S.no | Name | Designation | Organization |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engr. Dennis John Mathews | Head of Biomedical and Electronics Engineering | Aga Khan University Hospital |
| 2 | Engr. Osama A.Qayoom | Head of Department of Biomedical Engineering | DOW University of Health Science (DUHS) |
| 3 | Engr. Farhan Pervez | Deputy General Manager | Medequips |
| 4 | Engr. Haris Baig | Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Deneb Corporation (Pvt). Ltd. |
| 5 | Engr. M. Junaid Khan | Head of Department of Biomedical Engineering | National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) |
| 6 | Engr. Mujeeb Khalil | Head of Department of Biomedical Engineering | Tabba Heart Institute |
| 7 | Engr. Wajahat Ali | Manager Biomedical Engineering | Darul Sehat Hospital |
| 8 | Engr. Syed Shuja Ur Rehman | Manager Sales | Noor International |
| 9 | Engr. Wajih Abidi | Manager Biomedical Engineering | Jinnah Post Graduate Medical Center (JPMC) |
| 10 | Engr. Azfar Hussain | Head of Customer Service Pakistan and Afghanistan | Siemens Healthineer |
| 11 | Engr. Faraz Alam Hashmi | HoD Biomedical Engineering | Abbassi Shaheed Hospital |
| 12 | Engr. Yasir Burney | Manager, Clinical Engineering | Aga Khan University Hospital |
| 13 | Saleem Pirani | Manager, Technology Support | Centre for Innovation in Medical Education, AKUH |
| 14 | Engr. Hammad Hussain | Deputy Manager Biomedical Department | SMBB Institute of Trauma (SMBBIT) |
| 15 | Engr. Muhammad Musaddiq | National Service Manager | Noor International |
Vision
To be recognized as an excellent academic, research-driven, innovative, and entrepreneurial education provider in the field of engineering and sciences through advanced knowledge and educational methods for the solution to problems in Healthcare, Robotics, and Intelligent Systems..
Mission
To provide an optimum learning environment to educate future engineers in the fields of Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, and Intelligent Systems utilizing the most updated curricula and training opportunities that enhance the interpersonal, entrepreneurial and multidisciplinary knowledge to contribute in academia, research centres and industry.
Objectives
The objectives of the department of biomedical engineering is to deliver quality education by:
- Providing student-centered degree programs ensuring graduates are accomplished in academic, technical and entrepreneurial expertise.
- Providing graduates with opportunities that fosters professional development, ethical responsibilities and lifelong learning.
Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering
The PhD program in Biomedical Engineering at Salim Habib University is an advanced research degree program that combines knowledge of the medical sciences with engineering principles to address healthcare issues. The goal of the PhD program in biomedical engineering is to train aspirational scientists who are passionate about advancing medical science by fusing engineering principles with biological and medical sciences. Our curriculum offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the field of biomedical engineering. The curriculum will include expert-designed electives that are customized to each student's research interests in addition to courses in engineering physiology, biostatistics, and biomedical research ethics. In addition, students get the opportunity to work with faculty experts and gain real-world research experience in cutting-edge labs.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Engage in cutting-edge research, synthesising models and high-tech engineering principles to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges, to transform the healthcare sector.
- Mentorship: Learn how to integrate emerging technologies to develop smart solutions under the guidance of professors with rich multidisciplinary experience.
- Hi-tech Laboratories: Gain hands-on experience in laboratories with high-tech equipment, enabling experimental analysis to produce novel research and solutions to solve complex problems.
- Research Opportunities: Explore a broad spectrum of research projects on rehabilitation engineering, biomaterials and tissue engineering, artificial intelligence and medical device design, advanced physiological modelling, standardisation and regulation of medical devices, and more.
- Collaborations: Benefit from opportunities for national and international collaborations and linkages to produce marketable solutions with global impact.
Degrees Offered
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Biomedical Engineering
Total Credit Hours (Research-based): 18 Cr. Hr. coursework & 30 Cr. Hr. research work
Program Structure
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Coursework (18 Credit Hours):
- Core Courses: Courses related to engineering physiology, ethics, biostatistics, and effective communication in biomedical engineering for developing the generalized knowledge of students in the field of biomedical engineering.
- Elective Courses: Specialized and advanced courses like Physiological modeling, biomedical sensors and instrumentation, Biomedical systems and imaging, biomedical signal processing, tissue engineering, biomaterials that are customized to student's research interests.
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Research work (30 Credit Hours):
- Lab Rotations: Provide introductory experience to students in different research areas of the biomedical engineering field.
- Thesis Research: The student needs to complete an in-depth research project under the guidance of experienced and qualified professors.
- Seminars and Workshops: Students should participate regularly in departmental seminars, trainings, and workshops to stay updated with the latest research.
Research Opportunities
The PhD candidates can choose from a variety of research areas to investigate, such as:
- Developing novel medical devices and imaging technologies
- Advancements in tissue engineering and biomaterials
- Development of biological system computational models, etc.
Admission Requirements
Educational Background
HEC-recognised Master’s degree (MS, MPhil or equivalent) (with research) in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (in the semester system) or First Division (in the annual system).
Admission Tests
- The students have to clear the SHU entry test equivalent to the GRE/HAT general with a passing score of 60%. OR
- SHU accepts a test equivalent to GRE/HAT General, conducted by the testing bodies accredited by HEC, with a passing score of 60%.
- An interview must be cleared that shall aim to assess the research knowledge, experience, and aptitude of the applicant.
Ph.D Curriculum in Biomedical Engineering
Summary of Ph.D Program in Biomedical Engineering
| Duration | Minimum: 3 years and Maximum: 8 years |
| Number of semesters | 6-16 |
| Number of weeks per semester | 18 (16 weeks for teaching including midterm examinations and 2 weeks for examinations) |
| Number of core courses | 4 |
| Number of elective courses | 3 |
| Total number of credit hours for core courses | 9 |
| Total number of credit hours for elective courses | 9 |
| Total number of credit hours for coursework completion | 18 |
| Number of coursework credit hours per semester | 9 |
| Comprehensive examination | Compulsory (after successful completion of Ph.D coursework) |
| Number of credit hours for Ph.D research work | 30 |
Scheme of Studies for Ph.D in Biomedical Engineering
Semester - Ⅰ |
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| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
| BME-801 | Essentials of Biomedical Research, Ethics and Applications | 2 |
| BME-802 | Biostatistics for Engineers | 2 |
| BME-803 | Effective Communication and Presentation skills | 2 |
| BME-804 | Quantitative Physiology for Engineers | 3 |
| Total semester credit hours | 9 | |
Semester - ⅠⅠ |
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| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
| BME-8xx | Elective I | 3 |
| BME-8xx | Elective II | 3 |
| BME-8xx | Elective III | 3 |
| Total semester credit hours | 9 | |
Semester - ⅠⅠⅠ & onwards |
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| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
| BME-899 | Ph.D Research work (Ph.D thesis) | 30 |
Elective Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| BME-811 | Advanced Modelling and Simulation of Physiological Systems | 3 |
| BME-812 | Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation and Design | 3 |
| BME-813 | Biomedical Sensors and Microsystems | 3 |
| BME-814 | Advanced Biomedical Signal Processing | 3 |
| BME-815 | Biomedical Engineering Design and Development | 3 |
| BME-821 | Biomedical Systems and Imaging | 3 |
| BME-822 | MRI and Biomedical Optics | 3 |
| BME-823 | Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging | 3 |
| BME-824 | Computer Methods in Biomedical Engineering | 3 |
Ph.D Degree Requirement
A Ph.D student should successfully complete the following components to obtain the degree in Ph.D in Biomedical Engineering from SHU.
Course Work
- Coursework of 18 credit hours is required to be completed and followed by successful completion of a comprehensive examination for granting candidacy as a Ph.D researcher. These 18 credit hours will be in addition to any pre-requisite courses offered by the department.
Comprehensive Examination
A Comprehensive Examination is required to be passed after completing Ph.D level courses.
Foreign Expert Evaluation
The Ph.D Dissertation must be evaluated by at least two Ph.D experts from technologically/academically advanced foreign countries in addition to local Committee members.
Open Defense
An open defense of Dissertation is an essential part of the Ph.D Program after a positive evaluation of the Dissertation.
Plagiarism Test
The Plagiarism Test must be conducted on the Dissertation before its submission to the two foreign experts.
Research Paper
Publication of at least one research paper based on the Ph.D research in an HEC-approved W or X category journal is the requirement for the award of Ph.D degree (Y in case of Social Science only).
Placements and Career Prospects
- Research and development scientist
- University Professor
- Biomedical consultant
- Biomedical entrepreneur
- Healthcare scientist
- Product development researcher
- Industrial R&D professionals
- Clinical engineer director
- Healthcare associate and analyst
IEEE SHU Student Branch secured YP Mentoring Meet Funding
We are proud to announce that the IEEE SHU Student Branch has won a Young Professionals (YP) Mentoring Meet Fund worth USD 1000. Congratulations to Engr. Tooba Khan, Lecturer, Biomedical Engineering, and Advisor EMBS and ComSoc, Mr. M. Wasim Munir, Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering, and Branch Counsellor, IEEE SHU Student Branch, and the branch members whose efforts have resulted in this outstanding achievement!
IEEE SHU Student Branch secured Humanitarian Grant
The IEEE SHU Student Branch has secured a $6,690 grant from the IEEE Humanitarian Technology Board (HTB) for their project titled 'SolarVitalize: Empowering Education & Well-being with Renewable Energy in Rural Areas.’ The project, led by Mr. M. Wasim Munir, Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering, and Principal Investigator (PI), and Engr. Tooba Khan, Lecturer, Biomedical Engineering, and co-PI, will be implemented with the valuable contributions of IEEE SHU Student Branch members Fakhra Jalal, Amna Javed, Usama Javed, and Umer Sheikh. This initiative, supported by the IEEE Karachi Section, IEEE SHU Student Branch, and Omair Sana Welfare Foundation, supports quality education and well-being, fostering a brighter future for rural communities.
Faculty Members Elevated to Senior IEEE Members
We offer our congratulations to Prof. Dr. Zeeshan Ul Haque, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Salim Habib University, and Mr. M. Wasim Munir, Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Salim Habib University, on being promoted to Senior IEEE Members of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), a professional association for electronics engineering, electrical engineering, and other related disciplines.
Department of Biomedical Engineering secures Erasmus+ Project BIOMED 5.0
Prof. Dr. Zeeshan Ul Haque, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Engr. Hassan Ali, Lecturer, Department of Biomedical Engineering, and Engr. Muhammad Amir, Lecturer, Department of Biomedical Engineering, have successfully obtained a grant for the Erasmus+ Project BIOMED 5.0: Capacity Building in Biomedical Engineering Education for Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0/5.0 Technologies.
Research Publication
Faculty member from the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Engr. Shaheer Mirza’s research work has been published in a Subscription-Based Elsevier Journal.
Robotics Project Selected for IEEE Region 10 Robotics Competition
Syeda Fakhra Jalal, Zarish Majid Shaikh, and Mirza Areeb Baig, Final Year Biomedical Engineering students at Salim Habib University, have earned a coveted place in the final round of the rigorous competition with their innovative project, the Robotics Grasper. The IEEE Region 10 Robotics Competition is one of the leading robotics challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, attracting the brightest minds from across the continent. We are proud of our team, and beyond proud that this marks the second consecutive year a team from SHU has secured a spot in this elite competition!
Oral Presentation in International Biomedical and Digital Health Conference 2024 held at NEDUET
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Salim Habib University is pleased to announce that two research projects by our students were shortlisted for oral presentation at the 3rd International Biomedical and Digital Health Conference 2024, organized by NED University of Engineering & Technology (NEDUET) in collaboration with the Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), held from the 24th to the 25th of April, 2024, at NEDUET, and one of these projects won Second Prize.- The Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Skin Patch for IV Insertion on Medical Simulators by Misha Aijaz, Amna Ayaz, and Usama Javed, supervised by Engr. Tooba Khan
- Self-Healing Moringa Guar Gum Hydrogels for Biomedical Applications by Fatima Siddiqui, Rosemary John, and Tariq Amin, supervised by Engr. Tooba Khan and Engr. Abdul Moiz
Among these, the research work titled ‘The Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Skin Patch for IV Insertion on Medical Simulators' was awarded second place.
Financing of FYDP’s for the year 2023-24 by PEC
We take immense pride in announcing that five Final Year Design Projects (FYDPs) created by Salim Habib University’s bright Biomedical Engineering students have been selected for financing for the year 2023-2024 by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).- Design and Development of Human Patient Simulator, supervised by Prof. Dr. Zeeshan Ul Haque, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, and Engr. Tooba Khan, Lecturer Biomedical Engineering
- Fabrication of Sodium Alginate Microparticles Embedded in PVA Hydrogel for Tissue Regeneration, supervised by Mr. M. Wasim Munir, Assistant Professor Biomedical Engineering, Engr. Tooba Khan, and Engr. Abdul Moiz, Research & Teaching Associate, Biomedical Engineering
- Eco-Friendly Bioplastic/PVA Composite for Biomedical Applications, supervised by Engr. Tooba Khan and Engr. Hassan Ali, Lecturer Biomedical Engineering
- Comparative Evaluation of the Properties of PEEK, PMMA, and Titanium for Cranial Implants, supervised by Engr. Tooba Khan and Mr. M. Wasim Munir
- Hand-e-Ssist (Automated Therapeutic Arm), supervised by Engr. Hassan Ali and Engr. Tooba Khan
Dr. M. Zeeshan Ul Haque
Professor & Dean
Dr. Syed Mehmood Ali
Associate Professor & Head of Biomedical Engineering
Engr. Dr. Munsif Ali Jatoi
Associate Professor
Mr. Muhammad Wasim Munir
Assistant Professor
Dr. Irfan Ahmed Usmani
Assistant Professor
Engr. Hassan Ali
Lecturer
Ms. Madiha Imdad
Lecturer
Engr. Gul Munir
Lecturer
Engr. Tooba Khan
Lecturer
Mr. Muhammad Sayem Hanif
Lecturer
Engr. Muhammad Aamir
Lecturer
Engr. Muhammad Shaheer Mirza
Lecturer
Engr. Abdul Moiz
Lecturer