Engineering is considered one of the most important disciplines across the world. The field is so vast that it has been further divided into many different categories; some of the famous ones among them are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Chemical Engineering. So, if you’re looking for a good institution where you can study engineering while living in the capital city, then we have got you covered. In this blog, we are going to list down and discuss some of the most popular engineering universities in Islamabad.
Best Engineering Universities in Islamabad
The following are recognised as the best universities in Islamabad serving the field of engineering by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.
- National University of Science & Technology (NUST)
- Pakistan Institute of Engineering & Applied Sciences (PIEAS)
- Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad
- Air University, Islamabad
Let’s discuss the academic programmes and facilities offered at these top engineering universities in Islamabad and take a look at their minimum fee requirements.
Pakistan Institute of Engineering & Applied Sciences (PIEAS)
Securing the first position in Higher Education Commission’s ranking for top-performing engineering universities in the country, Pakistan Institute of Engineering & Applied Sciences (PIEAS) enjoys a sound recognition in the field of engineering. The core disciplines of this university, the foundation of which was laid in 1967, are engineering and nuclear technology.
Since the time of its establishment, PIEAS has always remained a centre for research on nuclear studies. It is among the oldest universities in Islamabad offering different types of degree programmes in engineering. Moreover, PIEAS also possesses a well-equipped Research and Development facility, which is now also been used for industry-related projects along with academic activities.
International Collaboration
In order to take its research collaboration to a whole new level, Pakistan Institute of Engineering & Applied Sciences (PIEAS) has been involved in collaborative research with different national and international organisations. Austria Tohoku University, Japan Institute of Metals Research, CAS, China Kuwait University, Kuwait Elettra Sincrotrone, Trieste University of Manchester, UK, Nanjing University, China, University of Hong Kong, Memorial University of NewFoundland, University of Leeds, UK are a some important names to be mentioned in this concern.
Academic Programmes
The academic programmes offered at PIEAS for engineering students in Islamabad are as below.
Undergraduate Programmes
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Metallurgy & Materials Engineering
Graduate Programmes
- M.Sc. Metallurgy & Materials Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- M.Sc. Nuclear Engineering
- M.Sc. Process Engineering
- M.Sc. Systems Engineering
- M.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. Mineral Resource Engineering
Postgraduate Programmes
- PhD Materials Engineering
- PhD Chemical Engineering
- PhD Nuclear Engineering
- PhD Electrical Engineering
- PhD Mechanical Engineering
Campus Facilities
PIEAS boasts a beautiful campus perfectly nestled in a serene locality in Islamabad. The facilities available here for students are as follows.
- Residential Facilities (Separate Hostels for Boys & Girls)
- Internet Connectivity
- Library and Information Services
- Maintenance Department
- Healthcare Facility
- Sports Facilities (Halls and Courts for Indoor Games and Playgrounds for Cricket, Basketball, Badminton & Tennis)
- Transport Availability (A Bus Service Run throughout Each Semester Following A Schedule)
- Mosque
Fee: Starts at PKR 2,300 per credit hour
Location: Lehtrar Road, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
Contact: 051 111-174-327
National University of Science & Technology (NUST)
The National University of Science & Technology, popularly known by its acronym NUST, is one of the most well-reviewed universities in Islamabad run by the Armed forces of Pakistan. It enjoys the second position in HEC’s ranking of top engineering universities across Pakistan.
Having the main campus building in the capital city, NUST has three other campuses, which are located in Rawalpindi, Nowshera District and Karachi. Established in 1991, the university offers doctoral and professional degrees along with undergraduate and graduate programmes.
The National University of Science & Technology (NUST) is an internationally recognised research-led institution. A network of dozens of faculty members and over a hundred students belonging to foreign universities are involved in research collaboration with NUST.
This university was founded to promote technical education, which would help boost the growth of industry sector in Pakistan. A park in National Science and Technology Park is under construction at this institution, which has already been certified by the International Association of Science Parks (IASP).
International Collaborations
As we stated, NUST has developed research collaboration with over a hundred universities worldwide. Moreover, the university is an active member of the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE) and Asia-Pacific Quality Network (APQN).
Academic Programmes
Here are some academic programmes offered at NUST for undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students.
Undergraduate Programmes
- B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Geological Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Petroleum & Gas Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechatronic Engineering
Graduate Programmes
- M.Sc. Electronics Engineering
- M.Sc. Nanoscience & Engineering
- M.Sc. Thermal Power Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechatronics Engineering
- M.Sc. Environmental Engineering
- M.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- M.Sc. Structural Engineering
- M.Sc. Petroleum Engineering
- M.Sc. Computer Engineering
- M.Sc. Software Engineering
- M.Sc. Electrical (Telecom) Engineering
Postgraduate Programmes
- PhD Structural Engineering
- PhD Geotechnical Engineering
- PhD Environmental Engineering
- PhD Environmental Science
- PhD Transportation Engineering
- PhD Construction Engineering & Management
- PhD Water Resources Engineering and Management
Campus Facilities
Let’s take a look at the facilities offered at NUST Campus in Islamabad.
- Sports Facilities (Indoor Games Court and Playground for Hockey, Football & Cricket)
- Cafeteria
- Gymnasium
- Swimming Pool
- Power Backup
- Internet Facility
- Dormitories (Separate Hostels for Boys & Girls)
Fee: Starts at PKR 95,000 per semester
Location: H-12, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
Contact: 051-111-11-6878
Institute of Space Technology (IST)
Institute of Space Technology (IST) is among the top-ranked engineering institutes in Pakistan recognised by Higher Education Commission. It is also one of the highly accredited engineering universities in Islamabad. IST was founded in 2002 under the patronage of Pakistan National Space Agency. Providing quality education to the students of the field of Engineering and Aerospace & Communication, Institute of Space Technology offers different types of academic programmes catering to bachelors, masters and PhD students.
IST also regularly organises an annual event known as “IST Youth Carnival” in which university students from Rawalpindi/Islamabad as well as other cities like Taxila, Peshawar and Lahore participate in dozens of competitions and fun activities.
Achievements
Institute of Space and Technology holds the credit to launch Pakistan’s first-ever miniaturised satellite known as Cubesat (code name iCUBE-1). This satellite weighs only 1.1 kg and measures 10 cm cube in volume. Cubesat has different kinds of sensors that allow it to collect scientific data. It is one of the biggest achievements made by IST so far.
Academic Programmes
Following are the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programmes offered by Institute of Space Technology (IST) in Islamabad.
Undergraduate Programmes
- B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- B.Sc. Avionics Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Materials Science & Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Graduate Programmes
- M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- M.Sc. Satellite Engineering
- M.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Postgraduate Programmes
- PhD Aerospace Engineering
- PhD Materials Science & Engineering
Campus Facilities
Spanning over 73 acre, the campus of Institute of Space Technology features several admin blocks and offers the following facilities to its students.
- Auditorium
- Lecture Theatre
- Computer Theatre
- Specialised Engineering Laboratories
- Cafeteria
- Sports Facilities
Fee: Starts at PKR 90,000 per semester
Location: Sector H DHA Phase II, Islamabad Capital Territory
Contact: 051 9075100
Air University
If you are one of the aspiring engineers in Islamabad, then Air University is also among the best university options for you. The institute was established by the Pakistan Air Force back in 2002. One of the key factors that put the name of Air University among the top engineering universities in Islamabad is its official accreditation as one of the best universities in Pakistan serving engineering discipline by HEC.
After the enormous success of its main campus in Islamabad, Air University has opened its second branch in Multan. The university offers many different undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in the discipline of engineering and management sciences among other fields of education.
International Associations
Certified by the Pakistan Engineering Council, Air University, Islamabad is an active member of the International Association of Universities and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) of the United Kingdom.
Undergraduate Programmes
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechatronic Engineering
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
Graduate Programmes
- M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- M.Sc. Avionics Engineering
- M.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechatronics Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Campus Facilities
The campus of Air University in Islamabad boasts an ultramodern architecture where students have access to the following facilities:
- Internet Facility
- Cafeteria
- Library
- Sports Ground
- Research Centres & Laboratories
Fee: Starting at PKR 4510 per credit hour
Location: Service Road E-9, Islamabad Capital Territory
Contact: (051) 9262557
Now that we have given you a detailed overview of the top-ranked engineering universities in Islamabad, it’s time for us to wrap up the post. Have any queries or suggestions regarding our blog? Feel free to get in touch with us at blog@zameen.com
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