BS-DENTAL TECHNOLOGY (BS-DT)
Program Objectives
To develop highly skilled dental technologists capable of effectively supporting dental professionals in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered oral healthcare.
To equip students with comprehensive training in the design, fabrication, and repair of dental prostheses and appliances, with a strong emphasis on precision, aesthetics, and evidence-based dental laboratory techniques.
To foster the development of a strong professional identity, ethical practice, leadership, and critical thinking skills necessary for advancing dental technology and contributing to interdisciplinary oral health teams.
To instill a commitment to lifelong learning, innovation, and continuous professional development in response to evolving trends, materials, and technologies in dental sciences.
WHY CHOOSE BS IN DENTAL TECHNOLOGY AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY?
Extensive Hands-On Learning
- Structured Practical Training:
Engage in real-world applications of dental technology through practical sessions focused on the design, fabrication, and repair of dental prostheses and appliances.
On-Campus Clinical Affiliation
- Clinical Exposure at Medicare Dental Clinics and Sohail Trust Hospital:
Gain valuable experience in professional dental care settings through collaboration with dental teams. - Student Testimonials and Success Stories:
Discover how our students have transformed their passion into successful careers.
Comprehensive Skill Development
- Multi-Disciplinary Technical Training:
Develop competencies in fixed and removable prosthodontics, orthodontic appliances, and maxillofacial prosthetics. - Adaptability for Various Healthcare Environments:
Be prepared to work confidently across a range of dental laboratory and clinical settings.
Expert Faculty and Guided Lab Exposure
- Learn from Qualified Professionals:
Benefit from the mentorship of experienced faculty with advanced academic backgrounds and international exposure. - Supervised Laboratory Experience:
Receive hands-on training in dental labs under the close guidance of expert personnel to ensure accuracy, safety, and skill mastery.
Student Support Services
- Academic Advising and Learning Resources
- Co-curricular and Professional Development Activities
- Career Support through Alumni Network
Postgraduate Pathways
- MPhil in Medical Technology
- Master’s in Public Health (MPH)
Continue your academic and professional growth with specialized programs designed to elevate your role in healthcare and public health sectors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH A BS IN DENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Work closely with dental professionals in the creation and customization of dental prosthetics and appliances
- Clinical Roles:
- Dental Lab Technologist
- Specialist in Crown and Bridge Fabrication
- Orthodontic Appliance Designer
- Maxillofacial Prosthetic Technician
- Removable Denture Technician
- Non-Clinical Roles:
- Academic and Research Roles (Teaching Assistant, Lecturer, Research Associate)
- Careers in Dental Product Development and Manufacturing
- Roles in Quality Control and Compliance
- Administrative and Managerial Positions within Healthcare Systems
• Increasing demand for skilled dental technologists both in Pakistan and abroad
• Potential for career growth through advanced training in digital workflows, implant-supported restorations, and CAD/CAM technologies
• Access to global career prospects with international certifications and training
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY
The BS in Dental Technology program at Sohail University combines cutting-edge techniques with patient care, equipping you for a rewarding career in the creation and design of dental restorations.
Apply today and shape your future in the dynamic field of dental healthcare.
RECOGNITION BY GOVERNING BODIES
All undergraduate programs offered by the Department of Biomedical & Biological Sciences (BBS) are officially recognized by the following regulatory bodies:
- Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan
- Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)
This recognition ensures that our programs meet national academic and professional standards, enabling graduates to pursue advanced studies, licensure, and careers both locally and internationally.
INDUSTRY-LINKED ROBUST SKILL DEVELOPMENT
At Sohail University, academic learning is seamlessly integrated with real-world healthcare experiences. Through partnerships with leading hospitals, students gain hands-on clinical exposure as part of their curriculum—sharpening practical skills and preparing them for the healthcare industry.
- Medicare Cardiac & General Hospital (MCGH)
- Layton Rehmatullah Benevolent Trust (LRBT)
- Sohail Trust Hospital (STH)
- National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD)
- Karachi Institute of Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine (KIRAN)
- Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation (AMTF)
- National Institute of Blood Diseases (NIBD)
- Health & Nutrition Lounge
Biomedical Research Center (BRC)
Sohail University has taken a significant step forward in enriching its educational offerings by establishing the Biomedical Research Center (BRC) at the campus. The center is a state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled research facility designed to foster innovation in the biomedical and biological sciences.
The BRC is divided into specialized sections:
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Cell Culture
- Tissue Imaging
- Bioinformatics
Equipped with the latest, safety-certified research tools and technologies, the BRC provides students with a cutting-edge environment to explore, experiment, and advance their scientific pursuits.
Contact Us
- 0326803401
- Ext: 3303/ 3309
- 021-34935008-9
- bbsundergraduate.secretariat@sohailuniversity.edu.pk
- 22-23 Shaheed-e-Millat Road, Karachi-74000 Pakistan
ADmission Criteria
- Minimum 45% marks HSC Pre-Medical for Biomedical Sciences programs OR O/ A level – Foreign High School Equivalence.
- Equivalence, as determined by the Inter board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), is required for all non-Pakistan Boards of Education (www.ibcc.edu.pk)
- Qualify Aptitude Test & Interview
- Candidates residing outside of Pakistan may submit SAT/ACT results instead of sitting Aptitude Test
COURSE OUTLINE:
Total credit hours= 133
Semester I | Semester II |
· Islamic Studies (2+0) · Functional English (3+0) · Application of information and communication technologies (2+1) · Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan (2+0) · Natural Sciences (2+1) · Quantitative Reasoning-I (3+0) | · Expository writing (3+0) · Social Sciences (2+0) · Civics and community engagement (1+1) · Metabolic Chemistry in Human (2+1) · Creative Art and Humanities Foreign Language (2+0) · Quantitative Reasoning-II (3+0) |
Semester III | Semester IV |
· Physiology (3+0) · Dental Anatomy and Terminologies (M) (3+0) · General Anatomy (3+0) · Biosafety and Bioethics (3+0) · Microbiology-I (2+1) · General Pharmacology (I) (3+0)
| · Periodontology (M) (3+0) · Dental Material (M) (2+1) · Entrepreneurship (G) (2+0) · Dental Radiography (M)(2+1) · Dental Radiography (M)(2+1) · Clinical Practicum-I (0+3)
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Semester V | Semester VI |
· Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery-I (M) (3+0) · Dental Instrumentation (M) (3+0) · Orthodontics(M) (3+0) · Dental Materials-II (M) (2+1) · Operative Dentistry-I (M) (3+0) · Clinical Practicum-II (0+3)
| · Research Methodology (3+0) · Prosthodontics (M) (2+1) · Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery-II (M)(3+0) · Operative Dentistry-II (M)(3+0) · Clinical Practicum-III (0+6)
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Semester VII | Semester VIII |
· Prosthodontics-II (M)(3+0) · Orthodontics-II (M) (3+0) · Special Paper OR Research Project-I (3+0) · Operative dentistry II (3+0) · Clinical Practicum-IV (0+6)
| · Capstone Project (CP) (3+0) · Dental Public Health and Education (M) 3+0 · Quality assurance in dentistry · Dental Implantology (M) (3+0) · Clinical Practicum (0+6)
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*Note: Study plan can be modified as per need
FEE STRUCTURE 2025-2026
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) | |||||
| Particular | Charges (Rs.) | ||||
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | ||||
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | ||||
| Tuition Fees (per semester) | 115,000 | ||||
| Enrolment Fee (one time only) | 3,000 | ||||
| Student Activity Fee (Per semester) | 1,500 | ||||
| Examination Fee (per semester) 10% increase Annually | 3,000 | ||||
| Documents Verification Fee (one time only) | 5,000 | ||||
| Council Registration Fee | 1,000 | ||||
| Lab Charges | 5,000 | ||||
| TOTAL (at the time of admission) | 158,500 | ||||
| Registration Fees | 1,500 | ||||
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||
Transcript and Degree Charges
| S.No | Particulars | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transcript | PKR 2500 | |||
| 2 | Duplicate | PKR 2000 | |||
| 3 | Partial Transcript | PKR 1500 | |||
| 4 | Degree (without convocation charges) | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 5 | Urgent Degree | PKR 15,000 | |||
| 6 | Degree Charges for Overseas Candidates | US $100 (by Bank Draft) | |||
| 7 | Duplicate Degree | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 8 | Transcript/Degree Verification Charges | PKR 1500 | |||
| The above charges can be revised* | |||||
FEE STRUCTURE
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) |
|||||
| Particular | 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year | |
| Application Fee (One Time Only) | 1,500 | – | – | – | |
| Tuition Fees (Per Semester) | 92,400 | 98,870 | 108,755 | 125,070 | |
| Exam Fee (Per Semester) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Enrollment Fee (One Time Only) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Student Fund | 2,000 | – | – | – | |
| Lab Fee | 5,000 | – | – | – | |
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | – | – | – | |
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | – | – | – | |
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||
Program Objectives
- To nurture competent health technologist who can effectively assist health professionals in delivering quality health services.
- To equip the dental technologist with modern skills and the latest technical knowledge and bring them at par with other national and international levels.
WHY CHOOSE SOHAIL UNIVERSITY FOR DEGREE?
- Study in an enabling environment to produce international research publications.
- Mentorship by Ph.D. faculty, qualified from top international universities with a track record of research and academics.
- Access to state-of-the-art Biomedical Research Center facilities.
- Specialized course for commercial application of innovative molecular biology.
- Opportunities to develop links with International Academic Institutes, Pharmaceutical, and Biotech Companies.
RECOGNITION OF GOVERNING BODIES
Our programs are recognised by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
DURATION OF BS PROGRAMS
The curriculum of BS programs at BBS is spread over four years and eight semesters. Course work of 128-136 credit hours, clinical practicum, and a research project are the requirements for graduation.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- Minimum 45% marks HSC Pre-Medical for Biomedical Sciences programs OR O/ A level – Foreign High School Equivalence.
- Equivalence, as determined by the Inter board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), is required for all non-Pakistan Boards of Education (www.ibcc.edu.pk)
- Qualify Aptitude Test & Interview
- Candidates residing outside of Pakistan may submit SAT/ACT results instead of sitting Aptitude Test
CAREER PROSPECTS
BS in Dental Technology graduates are employed in dental laboratories and create fabricated dental materials. Graduates can start up their dental lab setups as well.
Facilities
- Hospitals
Sohail University works in association with affiliated hospitals including Medicare Cardiac & General Hospital, Layton Rahmatullah Benevolent Trust (LRBT) and Jinnah Medical College Hospital.
- Biomedical Research Center
Sohail University has taken a leap forward to enrich its educational resources, by setting up a Biomedical Research Center (BRC). The Center is a temperature-controlled research facility divided into four separate sections: Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Tissue Imaging. The Center has state-of-the art, safety-certified equipment.
COURSE OUTLINE:
*NOTE: Scheme of studies can be modified as per requirement and advancement in the field4. Description of courses
FEE STRUCTURE 2024-2025
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) | |||||
| Particular | Charges (Rs.) | ||||
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | ||||
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | ||||
| Tuition Fees (per semester) | 107,400 | ||||
| Enrolment Fee (one time only) | 3,000 | ||||
| Student Activity Fee (Per semester) | 1,500 | ||||
| Examination Fee (per semester) 10% increase Annually | 3,000 | ||||
| Documents Verification Fee (one time only) | 5,000 | ||||
| Lab Charges | 5,000 | ||||
| TOTAL (at the time of admission) | 149,900 | ||||
| Registration Fees | 1,500 | ||||
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||
Transcript and Degree Charges
| S.No | Particulars | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transcript | PKR 2500 | |||
| 2 | Duplicate | PKR 2000 | |||
| 3 | Partial Transcript | PKR 1500 | |||
| 4 | Degree (without convocation charges) | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 5 | Urgent Degree | PKR 15,000 | |||
| 6 | Degree Charges for Overseas Candidates | US $100 (by Bank Draft) | |||
| 7 | Duplicate Degree | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 8 | Transcript/Degree Verification Charges | PKR 1500 | |||
| The above charges can be revised* | |||||
FEE STRUCTURE
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) | |||||
| Particular | 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year | |
| Application Fee (One Time Only) | 1,500 | – | – | – | |
| Tuition Fees (Per Semester) | 92,400 | 98,870 | 108,755 | 125,070 | |
| Exam Fee (Per Semester) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Enrollment Fee (One Time Only) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Student Fund | 2,000 | – | – | – | |
| Lab Fee | 5,000 | – | – | – | |
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | – | – | – | |
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | – | – | – | |
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||
