MPhil Biotechnology
MPhil Biotechnology is a two year program consisting of 2 semesters of coursework followed by two semesters of research. This is a rigorous program that is supported by modern infrastructure such as six dedicated research and four teaching laboratories with state-of the-art equipment.
- A 4-year BS (Hons) degree or equivalent from an HEC recognized university in any of the life sciences including: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology and Medical Lab Technology
- Minimum CGPA of 2.0 or a 1st division (60% marks) in the last awarded degree
NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) departmental test, 2) interview and 3) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, statement of purpose and English language proficiency.
Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript within the due dates.
Salient Features of the Biotechnology Program
● Collaboration with various national institutes
● Research being offered in Agriculture Biotechnology, Health Biotechnology, Microbiology, Food Biotechnology and Proteomics
● State-of-the-art Laboratory facilities
● The Courses offered are in accord with the international curriculum
● All Faculty holding PhD Degrees
Research Collaborations
● Centre of Agricultural Biochemistry and Biotechnology (CABB), University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
● Chughtai Laboratories
● Fatima Memorial System, Lahore
● National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), Islamabad
● National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), Faisalabad
● Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
● Punjab Agriculture Research Board
● Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) Laboratories Complex, Lahore
● The University of California, Davis, USA
● University of Health Sciences, Lahore
● University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA
● University of the Punjab, Lahore
● Zeenat Laboratories, Lahore
Admission Timeline
| A | Admissions Begin | November 1, 2022 |
| B | Last Date for Submission of Form | January 16, 2023 |
| C | Admission Test (Sample Paper) |
Date: January 23, 2023
Time: 10:00 am Venue: S-321 |
| D | Interview | Date: January 26, 2023
Time: 10:00 am Venue: S-433 |
| E | Merit List | February 01, 2023 |
| F | Last Date for Fee Submission | February 07, 2023 |
| G | Classes Begin | February 13, 2023 |
Required Documents:
1. An attested copy of the original Matriculation / O level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
2. In case of O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed
3. An attested copy of the original Intermediate / A level / High School result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
4. In case of A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed
5. A and O Level and American High School Students have to submit a copy of their Equivalence Certificate (Attested and stamped from IBCC)
6. Attested copies of the final transcript of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelors and / or 2-year Conventional Masters degree
7. FCCU students need to attach the attested copy of their official Baccalaureate transcript
8. Students can submit their Transcript at least till the 7th semester at the time of form submission. If offered admission they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester
9. Students having a foreign Bachelors Degree must get their Equivalence from HEC
10. Two reference letters
11. Statement of purpose (300 – 500 words) describing the reason(s) why the student is applying to the program, long-term goals and the reason(s) for selecting Forman Christian College
12. Two recent passport-sized photographs
13. One copy each of the student’s CNIC and of the father/guardian
14. Receipt of the application processing fee (Rs. 3,500)
In case you are not located in Lahore then you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3500 from any Branch of HBL in the name of Forman Christian College. Then send us the Courier at Admission Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600.
In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk
MPhil Food Safety and Quality Management
Access to safe, wholesome and nutritious food is a fundamental human right. Nevertheless, food systems in developing countries continue to be stressed due to lack of capacity to deal with pre- and post-harvest losses. This combined with increase in population, migration, urbanization, lack of resources and problems of environmental and food hygiene adversely affect quality and safety of food supplies in most parts of Pakistan.
FCCU’s resources and cross-disciplinary expertise in the fields of Food Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry and Business make it an ideal institution to offer an MPhil program in Food Safety and Quality Management (FSQM) to cater to the needs of the food industry, government sector, regulatory bodies and other sectors including new businesses.
Admission Criteria
● Minimum CGPA 2.0 (out of 4.0) in the Semester System or First Division in the Annual System in MPhil / MS / Equivalent in any area related to life sciences is required
● Passing a subject test conducted by the National Testing Service (NTS) or ETS (USA) in the area of specialization chosen at the PhD level
● In the case of GAT subject test, a minimum of 60% marks are required
● In the case of GRE subject test, a minimum of 60% score is required
● Passing an interview conducted by the PhD admission committee
● The candidate will submit a research statement along with the admission application
NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) GAT / GRE Score, 2) interview and 3) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, research statement and English language proficiency. Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript and GAT / GRE Score within the due dates.
- As an evening program, MPhil Food Safety and Quality Management allows in-service professionals to benefit from this cross-disciplinary degree
- Our partner organization, PCSIR Laboratories Lahore, is one of the largest government laboratories in Pakistan. FCCU’s MoU with PCSIR Laboratories Lahore, means that PCSIR’s expertise can also be used by students to help with research and internships
- Collaboration with national institutes
- Research being offered in vast domains of food safety issues, current and future safety challenges, supply chain management, food quality guidelines and regulatory frameworks
- State-of-the-art Laboratory facilities
- The Courses offered are in accord with the international curriculum
- All Faculty holding PhD Degrees
Research Collaborations
- Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) Laboratories Complex, Lahore
Admission Timeline
| A | Admissions Begin | November 1, 2022 |
| B | Last Date for Submission of Form | January 16, 2023 |
| C | Admission Test (Sample Test) |
Date: January 23, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm Venue: S-321 |
| D | Interview | Date: January 26, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm Venue: S-433 |
| E | Merit List | February 01, 2023 |
| F | Last Date for Fee Submission | February 07, 2023 |
| G | Classes Begin | February 13, 2023 |
Required Documents:
1. An attested copy of the original Matriculation / O level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
2. In case of O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed
3. An attested copy of the original Intermediate / A level / High School result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
4. In case of A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed
5. A and O Level and American High School Students have to submit a copy of their Equivalence Certificate (Attested and stamped from IBCC)
6. Attested copies of the final transcript of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelors and / or 2-year Conventional Masters degree
7. FCCU students need to attach the attested copy of their official Baccalaureate transcript
8. Students can submit their Transcript at least till the 7th semester at the time of form submission. If offered admission they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester
9. Students having a foreign Bachelors Degree must get their Equivalence from HEC
10. Two reference letters
11. Statement of purpose (300 – 500 words) describing the reason(s) why the student is applying to the program, long-term goals and the reason(s) for selecting Forman Christian College
12. Two recent passport-sized photographs
13. One copy each of the student’s CNIC and of the father/guardian
14. Receipt of the application processing fee (Rs. 3,500)
Submit the challan form, printed application and all the required documents online and in the Admission Office, FC College, Lahore by September 10, 2021.
In case you are not located in Lahore then you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3000 from any above mentioned Banks in the name of Forman Christian College. Then send us the Courier at the Admission Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600 by September 10, 2021.
Collect the ADMIT SLIP for the entrance test from the Admission Office, FC College, Lahore.
In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk
MPhil Molecular Pathology and Genomics
Molecular pathology is a rapidly expanding discipline that connects pathology and molecular biology. The future of medicine and clinical diagnostics is molecular based.
MPhil Molecular Pathology and Genomics (MPGN) program provides training in the application and interpretation of advanced molecular technologies and their use in pathology and clinical diagnostics. This specialist training enables physicians, scientists and technologists to validate, use and develop molecular assays for improved management of patients.
Admission Criteria
- A 4-year BS (Hons) degree or equivalent from an HEC recognized university in any of the life sciences including: Biosciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Nutrition Sciences and Medical Lab Technology
- MBBS students who have completed six years of medical school and are currently engaged in a pathology residency program may also apply
- Minimum CGPA of 2.0 or a 1st division (60% marks) in the last awarded degree
NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) departmental test, 2) interview and 3) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, statement of purpose and English language proficiency.
Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript within the due dates.
- As an evening program, MPhil Molecular Pathology and Genomics allows in-service professionals to benefit from this degree
- Our partner organization, Chughtai Laboratories Lahore, is one of the largest private clinical diagnostic laboratories in Pakistan and provides clinical and practical expertise
- Collaboration with national and international institutes
- Research being offered in vast domains of medical field ranging from infectious diseases, oncology, neurological disorder, etc
- State-of-the-art Laboratory facilities
- The Courses offered are in accord with the international curriculum
- All Faculty holding PhD Degrees
Research Collaborations
- Chughtai Laboratories
- Fatima Memorial System, Lahore
- Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
- The University of California, Davis, USA
- University of Health Sciences, Lahore
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA
- University of the Punjab, Lahore
- Zeenat Laboratories, Lahore
Admission Timeline:
| A | Admissions Begin | November 1, 2022 |
| B | Last Date for Submission of Form | January 16, 2023 |
| C | Admission Test (Sample Paper) |
Date: January 23, 2023 Time: 02:00 pm Venue: S-321 |
| D | Interview |
Date: January 26, 2023 Time: 02:00 pm Venue: S-433 |
| E | Merit List | February 01, 2023 |
| F | Last Date for Fee Submission | February 07, 2023 |
| G | Classes Begin | February 13, 2023 |
Required Documents:
1. An attested copy of the original Matriculation / O level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
2. In case of O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed
3. An attested copy of the original Intermediate / A level / High School result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
4. In case of A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed
5. A and O Level and American High School Students have to submit a copy of their Equivalence Certificate (Attested and stamped from IBCC)
6. Attested copies of the final transcript of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelors and / or 2-year Conventional Masters degree
7. FCCU students need to attach the attested copy of their official Baccalaureate transcript
8. Students can submit their Transcript at least till the 7th semester at the time of form submission. If offered admission they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester
9. Students having a foreign Bachelors Degree must get their Equivalence from HEC
10. Two reference letters
11. Statement of purpose (300 – 500 words) describing the reason(s) why the student is applying to the program, long-term goals and the reason(s) for selecting Forman Christian College
12. Two recent passport-sized photographs
13. One copy each of the student’s CNIC and of the father/guardian
14. Receipt of the application processing fee (Rs. 3,500)
In case you are not located in Lahore then you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3500 from any Branch of HBL in the name of Forman Christian College. Then send us the Courier at Admission Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600.
In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk
PhD Biotechnology
PhD Biotechnology is a three year degree program that can be extended further as per policy. The program consists of 2 semesters of coursework of 18 credit hours followed by a minimum of 4 semesters of research of 12 credit hours. In the first year, students have to complete 18 credit hours coursework, which is followed by a comprehensive examination. The student is expected to carry out original research work under the supervision of a faculty member (who is an HEC approved supervisor)
from the Department. The Department of Biology is equipped with many state-of-the-art research facilities and has active collaboration with several medical laboratories, research institutes and universities.
Admission Criteria
- Minimum CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in the Semester System or First Division in the Annual System in MPhil / MS / Equivalent in any area related to life sciences is required
- Passing a subject test conducted by the National Testing Service (NTS) or ETS (USA) in the area of specialization chosen at the PhD level
- In the case of GAT subject test, a minimum of 70% marks are required
- In the case of GRE subject test, a minimum of 70% score is required
- Passing an interview conducted by the PhD admission committee
- The candidate will submit a research statement along with the admission application
NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) GAT / GRE Score, 2) interview and 3) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, research statement and English language proficiency.
Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript and GAT / GRE Score within the due dates.
Salient Features of the Biotechnology Program
● Collaboration with various national institutes
● Research being offered in Agriculture Biotechnology, Health Biotechnology, Microbiology, Food Biotechnology and Proteomics
● State-of-the-art Laboratory facilities
● The Courses offered are in accord with the international curriculum
● All Faculty holding PhD Degrees
Research Collaborations
● Centre of Agricultural Biochemistry and Biotechnology (CABB), University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
● Chughtai Laboratories
● Fatima Memorial System, Lahore
● National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), Islamabad
● National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), Faisalabad
● Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
● Punjab Agriculture Research Board
● Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) Laboratories Complex, Lahore
● The University of California, Davis, USA
● University of Health Sciences, Lahore
● University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA
● University of the Punjab, Lahore
● Zeenat Laboratories, Lahore
Admission Timeline (Round 2):
| A | Admissions Begin | November 1, 2022 |
| B | Admission Test |
Date: January 31, 2023 Time: TBD Venue: TBD |
| C | Interview |
Date: February 02, 2023 Time: TBD Venue: TBD |
| D | Merit List | February 06, 2023 |
| E | Last Date for Fee Submission | February 10, 2023 |
| F | Classes Begin | February 13, 2023 |
Admission Timeline (Round 1):
| A | Admissions Begin | November 1, 2022 |
| B | Last Date for Submission of Form | January 16, 2023 |
| C | Admission Test |
Date: January 23, 2023 Time: TBD Venue: TBD |
| D | Interview |
Date: January 26, 2023 Time: TBD Venue: TBD |
| E | Merit List | February 01, 2023 |
| F | Last Date for Fee Submission | February 07, 2023 |
| G | Classes Begin | February 13, 2023 |
Required Documents:
- An attested copy of the original Matriculation / O level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
- In case of O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed
- An attested copy of the original Intermediate / A level / High School result (web downloaded results are not acceptable)
- In case of A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed
- A and O Level and American High School Students have to submit a copy of their Equivalence Certificate (Attested and stamped from IBCC)
- Attested copies of the final transcript of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelors and 2-year Conventional Masters degree
- An attested copy of the final transcript of MPhil / MS Degree
- FCCU students need to attach the attested copies of their official Baccalaureate and MPhil transcripts
- Students can submit their MPhil / MS Transcript at least till the 3rd semester at the time of form submission. If offered admission they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester
- Students having a foreign Bachelors Degree must get their Equivalence from HEC
- Students having a foreign MPhil / MS Degree must get their Equivalence from HEC
- An attested copy of the GAT Subject / GRE Subject result.
- Research statement (1000 – 1500 words) where you would provide a concise write-up about the research theme that you would like to pursue. Include a brief description of your proposed research work plan as well
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Two copies of the student’s CNIC and of the father / guardian
- Receipt of the application processing fee (Rs. 3,500)
In case you are not located in Lahore then you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3500 from any Branch of HBL in the name of Forman Christian College. Then send us the Courier at Admission Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600.
In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk