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Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS)

📍 Karachi, Pakistan 🎓 Est. 2004 🌐 duhs.edu.pk 📞 +92-21-99215740
Public HEC W2 22 Programs Ranked #11 in Pakistan
Overview Programs (22) Admissions & Eligibility Departments & Faculty Campus & Facilities
#11
HEC Ranking
22+
Years of Excellence
22
Programs Offered
4
Disciplines

📖 About Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS)

A leading public medical university in Karachi with affiliated teaching hospitals. DUHS trains doctors, dentists and allied health professionals.

Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) holds HEC W2 Category status - Pakistan's Higher Education Commission's highest recognition for academic excellence, research output, and institutional quality. It is ranked #11 among all universities in Pakistan.

🎓 Programs at Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS)

Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) offers 22 accredited programs across 4 disciplines. Click any program to see description and entry requirements.

Browse Programs by Subject

Bachelor's Degrees (15)

BDS

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in BDS.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Anesthesia Technology

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Anesthesia Technology.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Biomedical Engineering

Engineering & Technology

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Biomedical Engineering.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent; admission on merit via the university admission process.

BS Cardiac Perfusion Technology

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Cardiac Perfusion Technology.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Human Nutrition & Dietetics.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Medical Imaging & Radiological Sciences

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Medical Imaging & Radiological Sciences.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Medical Laboratory Technology

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Molecular Biology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Molecular Biology.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent; admission on merit via the university admission process.

BS Nursing

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Nursing.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Optometry & Orthoptics

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Optometry & Orthoptics.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

BS Public Health

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Public Health.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)

Medicine & Health

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Physiotherapy (DPT).

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

MBBS

Medicine & Health

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in MBBS.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

Pharm.D

Pharmacy

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in Pharm.D.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).

Post-RN BScN

Medicine & Health

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Undergraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences building professional and clinical/academic expertise in BScN.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent; admission on merit (MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).
Master's Degrees (6)

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Medicine & Health

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in Public Health (MPH).

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.

MD Medicine

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in Medicine.

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.

MPhil Anatomy

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in Anatomy.

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.

MPhil Pharmacology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in Pharmacology.

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.

MPhil Physiology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in Physiology.

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.

MS General Surgery

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Postgraduate degree at Dow University of Health Sciences offering advanced study and research in General Surgery.

Entry Requirements A relevant bachelor degree (16 years); admission via test and interview.
PhD / Doctorate (1)

PhD Molecular Medicine

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Doctoral research programme at Dow University of Health Sciences in Molecular Medicine.

Entry Requirements A relevant MS/MPhil degree; admission via entry test and interview.

📋 Admissions & Eligibility

Admission to Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) is competitive and merit-based. Below is a general guide to eligibility criteria and the application process. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official website at duhs.edu.pk.

🎓 Undergraduate Admission (Bachelor's)

  • Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS / I.Com) or equivalent with minimum 60% marks
  • A-Levels or equivalent international qualification accepted
  • Valid HSSC certificate or equivalent from a recognized board
  • Completion of university entry test (SAT / NTS / university-specific test)
  • Satisfactory interview (for select programs)
  • Completion of online application form with required documents
  • Submission of academic transcripts, domicile, and CNIC/B-Form
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15 Bachelor's Programs

📚 Postgraduate Admission (Master's)

  • Bachelor's degree (4-year) or equivalent from an HEC-recognized institution
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.5 / 4.0 or 2nd Division in relevant field
  • GAT (General) or subject-specific GAT from NTS with minimum 50% score
  • Relevant work experience may be required for MBA/Executive programs
  • Two professional or academic references
  • Statement of Purpose for research-track programs
  • English language proficiency (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent for international students)

🔬 Doctoral Admission (PhD)

  • MS / MPhil degree or equivalent in a relevant field
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.0 / 4.0 or equivalent
  • NTS GAT (Subject) with minimum 70% score
  • Published research or strong academic writing samples
  • Research proposal aligned with faculty research areas
  • Three academic references from senior faculty members
  • Personal interview with the doctoral committee

📂 Required Documents

  • Completed application form (online/printed)
  • Attested copies of all academic certificates and transcripts
  • CNIC / B-Form / Passport (for foreign students)
  • Domicile certificate
  • Character certificate from last institution attended
  • Passport-size photographs (as required)
  • Entry test scorecard (NTS/SAT/GAT as applicable)

📞 Admissions Contact

Email info@duhs.edu.pk
Phone +92-21-99215740
Website https://duhs.edu.pk

🏛️ Departments & Faculty

Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) is organised into 4 academic disciplines spanning 22 programs.

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Medicine & Health

Health sciences programs focused on modern medical practice and research.

15 programs available

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Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Research-focused programs in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology.

5 programs available

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Engineering & Technology

Rigorous engineering programs covering electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines.

1 program available

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Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical education and research aligned with international standards.

1 program available

🏫 Campus & Facilities

Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) provides a modern academic environment designed to foster learning, research, and personal growth. Students benefit from world-class infrastructure and a vibrant campus community in Karachi, Pakistan.

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Central Library
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Research Labs
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Computer Labs
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Sports Complex
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Student Hostels
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Cafeteria & Food Court
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Transport Services
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Medical / Health Centre
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Auditorium & Event Hall
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Wi-Fi Campus
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Career Services
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International Office

📍 Location

Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) is located in Karachi, Pakistan. The university has been serving students since 2004. For directions and campus maps, visit the official website at https://duhs.edu.pk.