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ISLAMABAD, Jun 05 (APP):In a momentous academic achievement, National Skills University Islamabad (NSU) proudly announces the selection of two of its distinguished faculty members, Dr. Maryam Subhani from the Department of General Studies and Ms. Anita Bibi from the Department of Health Sciences Technology for the STEM Faculty Development Program under the PAK-UK Education Gateway.
This prestigious initiative, a joint effort by the British Council and the Higher Education Commission (HEC), reflects on the academic excellence and global potential of NSU’s faculty.
The training program, to be conducted at the globally acclaimed King’s College London, underscores NSU’s growing visibility on the international academic stage and marks a historic first in its collaborative engagement with one of the UK’s most prestigious universities.
“This achievement is not just a personal success for our brilliant faculty but a testament to NSU’s expanding global academic footprint,” said Founding Vice Chancellor of National Skills University Islamabad.
“Their selection opens doors to rich collaborations, academic excellence, and exposure to world-class teaching practices.”
The STEM Faculty Development Program is designed to enhance the teaching methodologies, assessment techniques, and technological integration of faculty members working in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. Participants will undergo rigorous, hands-on training facilitated by expert faculty at King’s College London.
“This opportunity represents a leap forward in our academic mission,” noted the Head of the Department of General Studies Dr. Ehnber Naheed. “Dr. Subhani’s participation ensures that cutting-edge pedagogy and global best practices will directly impact our classrooms.”
Echoing the sentiment, Dr. Muhammad Arif Nadeem Saqib, Head of the Department of Health Sciences Technology, stated, ” Ms. Bibi’s selection reflects her dedication and our department’s growing emphasis on international collaboration and educational innovation. We are extremely proud of her.”
The training module will focus on innovative pedagogical strategies in STEM education, modern tools and technologies for effective teaching, assessment and evaluation methodologies aligned with global benchmarks and exposure visits to key institutions in the UK
upon completion, the trained faculty will act as Master Trainers, cascading their knowledge and experiences to fellow educators at NSU.
This move aligns with the university’s long-term vision of capacity building and sustainable academic excellence, which includes regular training and skill development programs for faculty members, as well as a focus on adopting the latest teaching methodologies and technologies.
This development comes at a time when STEM education is globally recognized as a catalyst for socioeconomic development, reflecting NSU’s unwavering commitment to empowering educators, especially women, to become global leaders in their respective disciplines.
“Congratulations to Dr. Subhani and Ms. Bibi on this well-deserved recognition,” added Prof. Dr. Mukhtar. “We look forward to their return and the inspiration and innovation they will bring to our academic community.”