Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) is committed to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality education and fostering continuous improvement in academic institutions. In this context Quality Enhancement Cells (QECs) are established at all universities of Pakistan for promoting a culture of quality assurance and continuous improvement in educational institutions. Nutech Quality Assurance Department (NUQAD) is QEC of Nutech.
NUQAD Mission is to ensure that various academic and non-academic processes associated with all tiers of NUTECH knowledge eco-system remain aligned to university Vision, Mission and guidelines of the regulatory bodies. HEC policies, best international practices and requirements of other regulatory bodies.
The functions of NUQAD can be broadly categorized into two;
1. The National University of Technology (NUTECH) is committed to maintaining high academic standards through continuous quality enhancement and assurance processes. As part of this commitment, NUTECH has instituted a comprehensive self-assessment framework in line with guidelines issued by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan. These processes are conducted at both institutional and program levels and support evidence-based decision-making for academic excellence, compliance, and strategic planning. All these reviews are discussed in detail in subsequent paragraphs.
2. External Quality Assurance Reviews
External QA reviews are independent assessments conducted by external parties to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance of a Quality Assurance (QA) systems, processes, and practices in various domain. These reviews are integral part of various under mentioned QA activities:
3. Institutional Performance Evaluation (IPE)
HEC’s Institutional Performance Evaluation (IPE) is structured around eleven core standards, which serve as a foundation for measuring institutional effectiveness. In accordance with HEC guidelines, NUTECH conducted its Institutional Performance Evaluation (IPE) in year 2022-23 which involved a detailed external peer review. The evaluation assessed the university's performance against all eleven standards using HEC’s IPE Manual as a guide. Following the review, observations and recommendations were documented. Rector (competent authority) approved the implementation plan, demonstrating institutional accountability and leadership commitment to quality enhancement. All observations highlighted in review have been addressed. This process has been replaced by Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE) from 2024-25.
4. Graduate Program Review (GPR)
The Graduate Program Review (GPR) is another critical layer Quality Assurance framework, focused on the academic integrity and effectiveness of MS/MPhil and PhD programs. An external review is part of Assessment Team of GPR. Presently, following three MS programs are in progress at Nutech and have undergone GPRs: -
5. The observations highlighted in GPR have assisted in meeting required quality standards.
6. Self-Assessment Reviews
A Self-Assessment Review is an internal evaluation where all ongoing programs are reviewed by Program Team (PT) which critically analyzes their own program’s performance against standards and criteria. Subsequently, an Assessment Team (AT) which also have an external member validates compliance of standards. SAR is now conducted on PREE standards and following programs have gone SAR on this new standard:
7. Accreditation / Re-accreditation Visits
Accreditation / Re-accreditation visits by PEC, NCEAS and NTC provide a forum to evaluate the quality of education at NUTECH by external agencies. Following visits have been conducted in recent past:
8. Internal Quality Assurance Audit (IQAA)
IQAA is a yearly activity undertaken by NUQAD to evaluate the effectiveness of internal academic and administrative processes and its alignment with university policies. An audit team (AT) is constituted which has also included members from faculty. The team visits all departments / offices to review documentation, inspect facilities, and interact with faculty and students. Development of recommendations and implementation Plan with specified timelines and responsible personnel from the concerned departments are the outcome of this activity.
| # | Department | Programs |
| 1 | Department of Civil Engineering | BS Civil Engineering |
| MS Civil Engineering | ||
| BET Civil | ||
| 2 | Department of Electrical Engineering | BS Electrical Engineering |
| 3 | Department of Computer Engineering | BS Computer Engineering |
| MS Computer Engineering | ||
| 4 | Department of Mechanical Engineering | BS Mechanical Engineering |
| 5 | Department of Computer Science | BS Computer Science |
| BS Cyber Security | ||
| BS Software Engineering | ||
| BS Artificial Intelligence | ||
| BS Information Technology | ||
| MS Computer Science | ||
| MS Software Engineering | ||
| MS Artificial Intelligence |
Director NUQAD
Senior DD
Assistant Director
Assistant Director
Junior Officer
Feedback surveys play an important role in improving the quality of education by gathering insights from students, teachers, Alumni, and other stakeholders. They help educational institutions identify gaps, enhance teaching methods, and create a more effective learning environment. This activity is also a requisite part of instructions by the national academic / accreditation bodies. These surveys also have significant importance in Outcome Based Education (OBE).
Surveys at Nutech
Surveys Mechanism
NUTECH management has a strong focus and resolve to bring all administrative, management and academic activities in the ambit of quality assurance. In order to include the opinion of Director Quality Assurance Department in the formation and implementation of various policies at NUTECH, Director Quality Assurance Department (NUQAD) has been included in following Committees:
At the National University of Technology (NUTECH), accreditation ensures that all undergraduate programs meet the standards set by recognized bodies, guaranteeing academic quality and institutional integrity.These accreditations reinforce NUTECH's commitment to delivering high-quality education aligned with national standards.
In addition to academic programs, NUTECH offers robust skills-based education through its skills platform which serves as a Qualification Awarding Body (QAB) for TVET courses aligned with Pakistan’s National Qualifications Framework. Through training in emerging fields—such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics,Cloud Computing, and Internet of Things—NUTECH equips students with industry-relevant expertise and fosters a high-employability skill set.
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Department |
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Portfolio |
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Electrical Engineering |
Dr. Abdullah Waqas |
Head PT |
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Dr. Muhammad shahid Iqbal |
Head DQEC, Head AT |
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Dr. Raees Ahmed Siddiqui |
DQEC, Member PT |
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2 |
Computer Engineering |
Dr. Muhammmad Nouman Sattar |
Head DQEC, Head PT and member AT |
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Dr. Nafeesa Shaheen |
Head AT, Member PT |
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Muhammad Rizwan Shahid |
Member AT |
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Zohaib Asim |
Member PT, Member DQEC |
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Arslan Skindar |
Member PT, Member DQEC |
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Fazal Ghafoor |
Member DQEC, member AT |
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3 |
Computer Science |
Dr. Muhammad Rashid |
Head PT, member AT |
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Dr. Mussadiq Abdul Rahim |
Head AT, member PT, member DQEC |
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4 |
Artificial Intelligence |
Dr. Benish Fida |
Head DQEC, Head PT, member AT |
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Dr. Sultan Daud |
Head AT, member PT |
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5 |
Software Engineering |
Dr. Maria Kanwal |
Head PT, member DQEC, member AT |
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Dr. Muhammad Iqbal |
Head AT, member PT |
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6 |
Cyber Security |
Dr. Aqsa Rashid |
Head PT, member AT, member DQEC |
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Lec Faria Sajjad |
Head AT, member PT |
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7 |
Information Technology |
Lec Faria Sajjad |
Head PT, member AT, member DQEC |
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Dr. Aqsa Rashid |
Head AT, member PT |
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8 |
Computer Engineering Department |
Dr. Furqan Hameed Khan |
Head PT |
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Dr. Abdul Rehman Buzdar |
Head DQEC, Head AT |
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Dr. Madiha Arshad |
DQEC, Member PT |
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Nabila Ahmad |
DQEC, Member AT |
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9 |
Mechanical Engineering Department |
Dr. Ali Javaid |
Head DQEC, Head AT, |
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Dr. Waheed Gul |
Head PT |
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Muhammad Basit Shafiq |
DQEC, Member AT |
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Ghulam Murtaza |
DQEC, Member PT |
