Bs Biotechnology
Program Objectives
- To develop practical skills in modern biotechnological techniques.
- To foster analytical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.
- To equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for higher education and professional growth.
- To produce graduates with the ability to initiate scientific research and pursue higher education in top universities worldwide.
- To enable strong entrepreneurial skills in students.
WHY CHOOSE BS BIOTECHNOLOGY AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY?
Fostering Research Excellence for International Publications
- Study in an enabling environment to produce international research publications.
Global Collaborations with Academia, Pharma, and Biotech
- Opportunities to develop links with International Academic Institutes, Pharmaceutical, and Biotech Companies.
In-House Teaching Advantage
- Access to state-of-the-art Biomedical Research Center facilities.
Expert Faculty:
- Qualified Mentorship: Learn from Ph.D. faculty members who have graduated from top international universities possess extensive research and academic experience.
Student Support Services:
- Academic Support and Resources
- Extracurricular Activities and Professional Development
- Alumini Support
Postgraduate Opportunities:
MPhil in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER LANDSCAPE: BIOTECHNOLOGY
Employment destinations for graduates with BS-BT degrees are:
- Clinical Roles:
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Basic or Clinical Scientist at Universities and Hospitals
- Molecular Forensics
- Genetic Counselling
- Non-Clinical Roles:
- Education & Research (Instructor, Lecturers & Research Assistant.
- High demand locally and internationally
- Quality Control Analyst
- Own business – take Molecules to the Market!
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY
The BS in Biotechnology program integrates advanced technology and patient care, preparing you for a career in heart health diagnostics and treatment.
Apply now and build your future in biotechnology excellence.
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: 131
| Semester 1 |
1. | Islamic Studies (G) –ICT-1001-2+0 |
2. | Functional English (G) –FNE-1005- 3+0 |
3. | Application of information and communication technologies –ICT-1002-2+1 |
4. | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan (G) –ICP-1003-2+0 |
5. | Natural Sciences (G)- NSB-1006–2+1 |
6. | Quantitative Reasoning-I (G)-QRM-1050-3+0 |
| C.H. 16 |
| Semester 2 |
1. | Expository writing (G)– EXW-1008- 3+0 |
2. | Social Sciences (G) -2+0- SSC-1007 |
3. | Civics and community engagement (G)– CCE-1012-1+1 |
4. | Metabolic Chemistry in Human (I) – MCH-1011-2+1 |
5. | Creative Skills Development (G) – CAH-1060-2+0 |
6. | Quantitative Reasoning-II (G)- QRB-1013– 3+0 |
| C.H. 15 |
| Semester 3 |
1. | Cell biology (M) –CLB-2031-3+0 |
2. | Biosafety and Bioethics (I)– BSE-2001 – 3+0 |
3. | Microbiology (I) –MIC-2006- 2+1 |
4. | Virology (M) – VIR-2020-3+0 |
5. | Molecular Biology (M)– MOB-2033-3+0 |
6. | Physiology (I)– PHY-2009- 3+0 |
| C.H. 18 |
| Semester 4 |
1. | Immunology (I)–IMM-2011- 3+0 |
2. | Introduction to Biotechnology(M)– IBT-2030-3+0 |
3. | Entrepreneurship (G)– ENP-2035-2+0 |
4. | Microbiology-II-3+0 |
5. | Human Genetics (M) –HGN-2032-3+0 |
6. | Enzymology(M)– ENZ-3039-3+0 |
| C.H. 17 |
| Semester 5 |
1. | General Pathology (I) – GPT- 3036- 3+0 |
2. | Methods in Molecular Biology (M)– MMB-3039-2+1 |
3. | Bioinformatics(M)– BIF-3037-1+2 |
4. | Environmental Biotechnology(M)– EBT-3038- 3+0 |
5. | Food Biotechnology(M)–FBT-3041-3+0 |
6. | Genomics & Proteomics(M)– GEP-3035-3+0 |
| C.H. 18 |
| Semester 6 |
1. | Research Methodology (M) –RMD-3007-3+0 |
2. | Industrial Biotechnology(M)– IDB-3080-3+0 |
3. | Animal Biotechnology(M)–ABT-3042-3+0 |
4. | Genetic Resources & Conservation-GRC-3040-3+0 |
5. | Agriculture Biotechnology-AGT-3044- 3+0 |
6. | Cytology & cytopathology (M)–CCP3010- 2+1 |
| C.H. 18 |
| Semester 7 |
1. | Vaccinology & Pharmaceutical Biotechnology-(M)–VPB-4045-3+0 |
2. | Health Biotechnology(M)–HBT-4046-3+0 |
3. | Microbial Biotechnology(M)–MBT-4047 3+0 |
4. | Seminar-I (M)- SEM-4048-2+0 |
5. | Cell & Tissue Culture (M)– CTC-4005- 2+1 |
6. | Principles of Biochemical Engineering(M)–PBE-4043-3+0 |
| C.H. 17 |
| Semester 8 |
1. | Capstone Project (CP) –FYP-4098-3+0 |
2. | Nano Biotechnology(M)– NBT-4050- 3+0 |
3. | Seminar-II– SEM-4049-2+0 |
4. | Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine (M)–SRM-4051-3+0 |
5. | Internship–(FE) 3+0 |
| C.H. 15 |
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) | 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 | ||||
| Lab Charges | 5,000 | ||||
| TOTAL (at the time of admission) | 157,500 | ||||
| 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* | |||||
