Shifa Tameer‑e‑Millat University (STMU) is a federally chartered private-sector university founded in 2012 under the joint sponsorship of the Shifa Foundation, Tameer‑e‑Millat Foundation, and Shifa International Hospitals
Renowned for its strong focus on health sciences, STMU has expanded its academic offerings to include computing, management, and social sciences, blending ethical education with cutting-edge professional training
Why Choose STMU?
- Federally chartered with HEC recognition – Fully accredited and trustworthy
- Clinical training on campus – Attached to Shifa International Hospitals, a JCI-accredited tertiary care facility
- Modern infrastructure and qualified faculty – Foreign-trained staff and state-of-the-art labs
- Holistic philosophy – Combining Islamic values, character building, and professional excellence
Academic Programs Offered
STMU offers a wide range of programs from undergraduate to doctoral, including:
Health & Allied Sciences (BS & Professional)
- MBBS, BDS, Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm‑D)
- BS Nursing, Post‑RN Nursing
- DPT, Medical Technology, Audiology, Speech & Language Pathology, Biotechnology, Microbiology
Computing & Management
- BS Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
- BBA and various MBA tracks
Social Sciences & Religious Studies
- BS Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Islamic Studies, English Lit, Shariah & Law, Education
They also offer postgraduate certificates and diplomas in medical teaching, nutrition, mental health, and more stmu.edu.pk.
Campus & Facilities
- Main campus: Located at Pitras Bukhari Road, Sector H‑8/4, Islamabad
- Labs, classrooms & simulation centers catering to medicine, engineering, and tech programs
- Attached teaching hospital offering hands-on clinical experience in a tertiary care setting
- Hostels, cafeteria, library, sports, transport, and Wi-Fi all support student success
Faculty & Research
STMU is staffed by highly qualified faculty, many having foreign degrees . It also emphasizes:
- A research-based curriculum across disciplines
- Clinical training and internships through its affiliated teaching hospital
- Final-year projects, conferences, and student development initiatives
Admissions & Accreditation
- Federally chartered by Parliament in 2012; officially approved by Parliament and the President
- Recognition and accreditation from HEC, PMDC, PMC, PEC, Pharmacy Council, Nursing Council
- Admissions: Entry tests (GAT, GRE for some), interviews, academic merit—all detailed on the STMU site
- Offers merit- and need-based scholarships, especially in health sciences
Rankings & Reputation
- Listed in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for its diverse faculties
- Associated with Shifa International Hospitals, one of Pakistan’s top private healthcare providers
Student Feedback
Here’s a peek into student opinions from Reddit:
“Stmu (especially Islamabad campus) offers bachelor programs in AI, CS and software engineering. Are they worth it? … shifa is only known for MBBS, BDS and clinical psych.” stmu.edu.pk+10reddit.com+10reddit.com+10
“I’m currently doing my MS from shifa in clinical psych. Its a great program, good faculty… overall the education is good and shifa has their own standard and clinic.” reddit.com
Contact Information
- Address: Pitras Bukhari Road, Sector H‑8/4, Islamabad
- Phone: +92-51-8464214
- Email: info@stmu.edu.pk
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