Distance learning program

Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology

Sarhad Institute of Allied Health Sciences

4 years 8 semesters 140 credit hours Maximum 8 years

Program overview

The Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology is a four-year professional degree designed to train students in the preparation and management of surgical procedures. The program covers surgical instruments, sterile techniques, patient care, and operating room protocols. Students gain practical experience by assisting in real-time surgeries under the supervision of experienced surgeons and healthcare teams. BS Surgical Technology graduates play a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient surgical environments. Career opportunities include roles as surgical technologists, operating room assistants, and sterile processing technicians in hospitals, surgical centers, and specialty clinics.

Eligibility

4 Years: Candidates with HSSC (Pre-Medical / Relevant Technology) or A-Levels with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad with at least 50% marks are eligible to apply. Candidate with Diploma from any Medical Faculty in relevant field with at least 50% marks in annual system or 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 in semester system with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad are eligible to apply.
2.5 Years: The candidates holding Associate Degree in non-relevant Allied Health disciplines with at least 50% marks in annual system or at least 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from any recognized university/DAI will be allowed to take admission in the 2.5 years track subject to departmental approval. In such cases the candidate will attend the Bridge Semester of the same discipline and will follow the scheme of study from 5th till 8th semester.
2 Years: Candidates holding Associate Degree in Relevant Technology with at least 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from any recognized university/DAI will join from the 5th semester of their degree program. The candidate will study more credit hours than they studied in their previous university/DAI.
Candidates will have to appear in an entry test / interview to be conducted by any registered Testing Agency or University.

Documents required

Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
Bachelors DMC/Transcript and Bachelors Degree
Applicant CNIC / Form B
Father/Guardian CNIC
Domicile
04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

Program Learning Objectives :

To have in-depth knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry and Pathology of the human body.
To enable the students to have necessary technical skills to manage and maintain the OT cleanliness & sterilization of surgical instruments.
To enable the students to look after the sucker machines etc. They are also trained to prepare the surgical trolley according to the due surgical procedure for optimal patient care.
To inculcate ethical principles and professional standards in students, making them useful members of the surgical team.
To keep abreast with academic research to have new knowledge undergoing in the field.

Program Outcomes:

Graduates will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry and Pathology of the human body.
Graduates will exhibit proficiency to manage and maintain the OT cleanliness & sterilization of surgical instruments and maintenance of the sucker machines etc. They are also able to prepare the surgical trolley according to the due surgical procedure.
Graduates will adhere to the highest ethical standards demonstrating professionalism, effective communication and commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Graduates will be able to work as an effective member of the surgical team.
Graduates will engage in continuous professional development in the field of surgery to improve patient care.

Fee Structure

Program Duration (Years)	4
No. of Semesters	8
Admission Fee (One Time)	10,000
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee	20,000
Tuition Fee (Per Sem)	59,400
Security (Refundable)	10,000
Council Registration Fee (One Time)	1,500
Survey Camp/ Clerkship/ Clinical Fee	15,000
Sem-1 Fee	100,900
Sem-2 Fee	79,400
Sem-3 Fee	79,400
Sem-4 Fee	79,400
Sem-5 Fee	94,400
Sem-6 Fee	94,400
Sem-7 Fee	94,400
Sem-8 Fee	79,400
Total Program Fee	701,700

Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.

Scheme of study

Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.

Semester 18 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
AHS 101	Human Anatomy	2-1
AHS 103	Human Physiology	2-1
AHS 105	Introduction to Medical Biochemistry	1-1
GE 116	Quantitative Reasoning - I (Pre-Calculus)	3-0
ENG 100	Functional English	3-0
GH101	Islamic Studies	2-0
GH 102	Value, Ethics and Society (For Non-Muslims)	2-0
GE 115	Introduction to Sociology	2-0

Semester 27 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 100	Introduction to Surgical Technology	2-0
AHS 107	First Aid & Emergency Care	1-1
AHS 109	Introduction to Medical Equipment & Technology	2-1
AHS 111	Introduction to Allied Health Sciences - I	2-0
AHS 113	Patient Safety & Infection Control	1-1
GE 119	Quantitative Reasoning - II (Introduction to Statistics)	3-0
IT 107	Applications of ICT	2-1

Semester 39 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
AHS 209	Introduction to Allied Health Sciences - II	2-0
AHS 200	General Pathology	2-1
AHS 221	Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology	3-0
GE 110	Introduction to Philosophy	2-0
GE 205	Civics and Community Engagement	2-0
MB 200	Basic Medical Microbiology	2-1
GE 109	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2-0
QT 101	Understanding of Holy Quran - I (for Muslims)	0-1
MR 101	Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - I (for Non-Muslims)	1-0

Semester 49 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
AHS 214	General Pharmacology	2-1
ENG 116	Expository Writing	3-0
AHS 217	Healthcare Systems & Policies	2-0
AHS 213	Healthcare Marketing & Management	2-0
AHS 219	Introduction to Nursing Practice	2-1
GE 307	Entrepreneurship	2-0
GH 103	Pakistan Studies	2-0
QT 300	Understanding of Holy Quran - II (for Muslims)	0-1
MR 300	Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - II (for Non-Muslims)	1-0

Semester 56 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 317	Regional & Surgical Anatomy	2-1
SR 311	Fundamentals of Sterilization & Disinfection	2-1
SR 201	Surgical Instruments & Equipment	2-1
SR 210	Anesthesia Techniques & Equipment	2-1
SR 323	Surgical Setup & Positioning	2-1
SR 319	Supervised Clinical Practice I: Gynecology & Obstetrics	0-3

Semester 66 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 314	Peri Operative Care	2-1
SR 313	General Surgery & Urology	2-1
SR 315	Operative Gynecology & Obstetrics Surgery	2-1
RES 312	Scientific Writing & Research Methods	3-0
SR 321	Supervised Clinical Practice- II: Surgery & Allied	2-1
MA 219	Biostatistics	3-0

Semester 75 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 422	Operative Neuro & Orthopedic Surgery	2-1
SR 420	Operative Cardiothoracic Surgery	2-1
SR 419	Operation Theatre Management	2-1
AI 323	Artificial Intelligence in Health Care	3-0
SR 424	Supervised Clinical Practice III: Neuro & Orthopedic	0-3

Semester 85 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 412	CSSD Operation and Management	1-1
SR 414	Fundamental of Infection Control	2-1
SR 410	Advanced Operating Theatre Technology	2-1
SR 426	Supervised Clinical Practice IV: Cardiothoracic Surgery	0-3
RES 485	Capstone Project	0-3

Bridge9 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SR 100	Introduction to Surgical Technology	2-0
AHS 107	First Aid & Emergency Care	1-1
AHS 109	Introduction to Medical Equipment & Technology	2-1
AHS 113	Patient Safety & Infection Control	1-1
AHS 221	Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology	3-0
MB 200	Basic Medical Microbiology	2-1
AHS 219	Introduction to Nursing Practice	2-1
QT 101	Understanding of Holy Quran - I (for Muslims)	0-1
MR 101	Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - I (for Non-Muslims)	1-0

Summer 1 course

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SI 450	Supervised Internship	0-3

Centers offering this program

Current availability based on active center records.

18 centers

D.I.Khan · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Apex Institute of Medical Sciences DI Khan (City Campus)

Bannu Road, Main Sheikh Yousaf Chowk, D.I.Khan

Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology

Program overview

Eligibility

Documents required

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

Program Learning Objectives :

Program Outcomes:

Fee Structure

Scheme of study

Centers offering this program

Apex Institute of Medical Sciences DI Khan (City Campus)

ANSI Institute of Management Sciences

Bhakkar Institute of Health Sciences, Bhakkar (Provisionally Enlisted)

Sardar Jaffar Khan Laghari Institute of Allied Health Sciences DG Khan

Raffay College of Nursing &amp; Allied Health Sciences, Faisalabad

Learning Institute of Nursing & Medical Sciences Gujranwala

Royal College Gujranwala

Sherazi Institute of Medical Sciences, Hafizabad (Provisionally Enlisted)

Leads College, Jauharabad District Khushab (Provisionally Enlisted)

Al-Hamd Institute of Medical & Social Sciences (AIMS), Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Bright Institute of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

Burewala College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences, (Provisionally Enlisted)

Laeeque Rafique Institute of Health Sciences Multan (City Campus)

Midland College of Health Sciences, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Physio College, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Alliance Institute of Medical Sciences and IT, Pasrur (Provisionally Enlisted)

Aspire College, Sambrial (Provisionally Enlisted)

Medi International College of Nursing & Allied Health, Sciences, Sheikhupura

Raffay College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences, Faisalabad