Overview

The International Education Office (IEO) at FAST NUCES connects the university with global academic institutions to provide students, faculty, and staff with opportunities for international engagement. The office focuses on facilitating cross-cultural learning and global collaboration to enhance academic experiences.

Core Functions

  • Student Exchange Programs: Facilitating study abroad opportunities and international exchanges.

  • Scholarships and Funding: Managing international scholarships such as DAAD, Fulbright, and other prestigious funding programs.

  • Partnerships: Establishing and maintaining MOUs with leading universities worldwide.

  • Global Events: Organizing seminars, student sessions, and cultural activities to promote international education.

  • Support Services: Providing guidance on applications, visas, and travel logistics for outbound and inbound students.

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Why to Choose FAST(NUCES)?

FAST is known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education and research. Working closely with industry partners. FAST ensures its programs provide students with real world skills they will need to succeed.

FAST Highlights:

  • Affordable Tuition Fee: FAST offers flexibility to pay in installments for both Local and International Students.

  • Experienced Faculty: FAST has some of the country’s best Instructors with globally recognized affiliations.

  • State of Art Facilities: Five spacious campuses with state of art facilities, in-house cafes, lush green lawn, well equipped computer and engineering labs, Audio visually supported and well-furnished class rooms.

  • Experience a Vibrant International Community: Foreign students will find a welcoming community at FAST NUCES. Our campus offers a vibrant student life, with a variety of student societies, cultural events, and sports activities to ensure a well-rounded experience.

  • Student Exchange Program: The Exchange Student Program at FAST NUCES is designed to offer students the opportunity to gain global exposure and broaden their academic horizons. Through partnerships with prestigious universities worldwide, our students can spend a semester or year studying abroad.

  • Diverse and Inclusive Campus Life: At FAST NUCES, we pride ourselves on maintaining a diverse student body, welcoming international students from across the globe. Our campus provides a safe and inclusive environment, offering International Students opportunities to network, collaborate, and thrive academically and socially.

  • Medium of Instruction: All programs at FAST NUCES are taught in English, ensuring foreign students will have no language barriers while pursuing their studies. They will also have the opportunity to improve their English language skills, which will benefit them in the global job market.

  • Internship Opportunities: FAST NUCES places a strong emphasis on providing Internship Opportunities for both local and international students, ensuring they gain practical, hands-on experience in their respective fields. The university’s strong connections with top industries, businesses, and tech firms provide students with a wide range of opportunities to apply their knowledge and develop professional skills.

  • A Gateway to Global Career Success: With a strong emphasis on employability, our graduates are highly sought after by multinational companies. FAST NUCES has a robust network with the IT, Engineering, and Business sectors , offering students internship opportunities and placement support in both local and international firm. As a result, our alumni are placed around the globe in reputed organizations such as Vodafone, Huawei, Teradata, IBM, MOL, VOLVO, Samsung and Schlumberger.


Scholarships

The IEO manages various scholarship programs to support students in pursuing international education opportunities.

Key Scholarships

  • DAAD Scholarships: Offering fully funded opportunities for Afghan students.

  • Fulbright Scholarships: Focused on fully funded Master's and PhD programs in the USA.

  • UGRAD Scholarships: Semester-long exchange programs in the USA.


Events & Activities

The IEO regularly hosts events to promote international education and engage students with global opportunities.

Campus France Event

Hosted representatives from 14 top French universities to discuss admission processes and scholarships.

Fulbright Session

A student session focused on fully funded Master's and PhD scholarships for the USA.

DAAD Engagement

Hosted a meeting with DAAD representatives and arranged a dinner to strengthen collaborations.

Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) Visit

Encouraged students to explore Master's programs in the UK.

UTS Seminar on Artificial Intelligence

The International Education Office (IEO) at FAST-NUCES recently had the privilege of hosting a seminar by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). The event brought together students, faculty, and international representatives, creating an excellent platform for dialogue on Artificial Intelligence, innovation, and global academic opportunities. It was inspiring to witness insightful discussions between UTS representatives and esteemed professors from the FAST School of Computing, focusing on cutting-edge research, future career pathways, and international collaboration. This seminar reflected IEO's continued commitment to providing students with global exposure and fostering meaningful academic partnerships.

Scholarship Sprint Empowers Students to Explore Global Opportunities

The Scholarship Sprint event was held in FAST NUCES attracting a full house of motivated students eager to learn about fully funded academic opportunities abroad. Mr. Waqar Baig, Head of the International Office at FAST-NUCES, conducted an insightful session, guiding students on available scholarships for Master’s and PhD programs, direct PhD pathways, and international exchange opportunities. The session featured an engaging discussion, addressing key concerns related to application processes, eligibility criteria, and effective strategies for securing international scholarships.

Meeting With Pakistani High Comission and Eastern Site Visit SiriLanka

The FAST-NUCES Head of International Education Office visited Sri Lanka 2024 as part of an official delegation representing Pakistani higher education institutions, The head also held a meeting with the Pakistani High Commissioner for Sri Lanka, Major General (R) Faheem-Ul-Aziz HI (M), along with Deputy High Commissioner Wajid Hassan Hashmi and Press Attaché Adeel Hashmi. The discussion focused on the Sri Lankan education landscape and potential avenues for Sri Lankan students to pursue higher studies in Pakistan. In Mihintale City, the team visited Rajarata University and was warmly welcomed by Vice-Chancellor Professor Sanjeewanie Ginigaddara. The visit included productive discussions on future collaborative research initiatives, academic exchange possibilities, and faculty engagement, with a particular focus on strengthening ties with the university’s Computer Science Department.

Opportunities Abroad

FAST NUCES offers a variety of opportunities for students to gain global exposure through partnerships with international institutions.

Student Exchange Programs

  • UGRAD Scholarship: Three students participated in a semester-long exchange program in the USA, enhancing their academic and cultural experiences.

  • STEM Sister Exchange Program (AIPS): Three students and faculty members participated in a three-week summer program at the University of Delaware, USA, focused on empowering women in STEM fields.

Global Network

  • Membership in the GE-4 Network: gives students access to exchange programs at top universities worldwide, primarily in engineering and business disciplines.

  • Faculty members: have been nominated to participate in global summer programs such as the UPAEP Global Summer 2025 in Mexico.

Recent Outreach Efforts

  • Strategic Visits: The Rector and Coordinator visited Sri Lanka and Thailand in 2024 to strengthen ties and increase inbound student enrollment.

  • EAIE Conference 2024: FAST NUCES representatives attended the conference in Toulouse, France, to build networks with globally recognized universities.

Achievements & Collaborations

The IEO has successfully established partnerships with several prestigious institutions, facilitating study abroad programs, reduced fee structures, and student exchanges.

Key Collaborations

EPITECH

  • Three students attended the Video Game Development Winter School for six credit hours.

IMT Atlantique

  • Twenty-eight students were nominated for Master's programs with reduced fees and visa facilitation.

Polytech Nantes

  • Partnership enabling a 1+1 Master's program where students spend one year at FAST and the second year at Polytech Nantes.

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Expanding International Reach

The IEO actively works to increase inbound student enrollment from various countries, reflecting the university's commitment to global diversity.

International Students at FAST NUCES

Afghan Students

  • Fifteen Afghan students are currently enrolled in Master's programs through DAAD scholarships.

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Sri Lankan Students

  • Six Sri Lankan students are enrolled in undergraduate programs at FAST NUCES.

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Diverse Enrollment

  • Students from the United States and Afghanistan ,and Sir Lankan are pursuing undergraduate and Master's programs, contributing to the university’s international community.

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