The Programme
The PhD programme in the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) at Aga Khan University is central to its mission of producing research-based knowledge that is relevant to the developing world and which will have impact. With this aim in view, a graduate programme in Health Sciences was implemented at AKU in October 1999.
The PhD in Health Sciences programme is accredited by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan.
Specialities
This is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary programme with four specialities / streams.
Applications for admission for second cycle of 2019 will be accepted from August 19 until September 13.
Candidates are required to apply online. For assistance in completing the online application, you are advised to go through the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) or Understanding the Online Process.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have 18 years of education including a Masters or equivalent degree based on a minimum of 30 credits after 16 years of education. A minimum CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0 in the Semester System) or First Division (in the Annual System) in MPhil / MS / FCPS / FRCP / equivalent degree is required.
| Discipline | Minimum Eligibility Requirement |
| Biological Sciences | MS / MPhil / Equivalent |
| Clinical Sciences | FCPS / Equivalent |
| Nursing | MS / MScN / MPhil / Equivalent |
| Population and Public Health | MS / MPhil / Equivalent |
Additional requirements include:
For further information please go through the Programme Information Booklet. You can also reach us via the following contact details:
Graduate Programme Admission Office
Office of the Registrar
Aga Khan University
(School of Nursing and Midwifery Building)
Stadium Road, Karachi 74800
Pakistan
Tel: +92 21 3486 4537 / 5456
