Vice Chancellor UET Prof. Dr. Shahid Munir presided over the 235th meeting of the Academic Council of the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore. The meeting was attended by Deans from all faculties, the Registrar, and Heads from various academic and administrative departments.
During the meeting, the Academic Council approved the initiation of several new educational programs aimed at expanding the academic offerings. Vice Chancellor Dr. Shahid Munir expressed his satisfaction regarding the addition of these programs and praised the support from council members. He noted that these changes will play an important role in aligning the university’s curriculum with current industrial demands and educational advancements.
He stated that these programs will provide students with specialized knowledge and practical skills, better preparing them for various career opportunities and emerging fields. The meeting approved several recommendations presented by the Board of Studies from the Computer Science Department, including new Bachelor of Science programs in Applied Computing, Information Technology, Gaming and Animation, Information Systems Technology, and an Associate Degree in Information Technology and Computer Engineering. Additionally, the Council approved the initiation of MSc and PhD programs in Mineral Processing within the Mining Engineering Department, based on recommendations from the Board of the Faculty of Earth Sciences and Engineering.
The Academic Council also approved the launch of a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at the UET New Campus, as recommended by the Board of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering. Furthermore, the Scheme of Studies for an Associate Degree program in Applied Computing was approved. From the recommendations of the Board of the Faculty of Chemical, Metallurgical, and Polymer Engineering, the Council approved an MSc in Process Plant Management at UET Lahore, along with distance learning under smart classrooms for MSc Safety, Health, and Process Plant Management programs at the New Campus. Lastly, the Council approved a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design based on the recommendations from the Board of the Faculty of Architecture and Planning.
