Baqai Institute of Health Sciences
Introduction
Baqai Medical University is the first private medical university in the community setting undertaking training of the medical students based on the philosophy of Community Oriented Medical Education.
- A highly qualified faculty, field staff and support personnel are involved in promoting the Community based training mission in the University.
- For training the young leaders, the faculty through its staff and students has established a community-based primary health care Programme which covers a population of about 0.5 million, in an area of about 25-30 kilometers surrounding the University.
- At the postgraduate level, the Master’s programme in Public Health (MPH) has been operational since 1992 and produced more than 170 public health specialists. Linkages have been established at national and international levels.
- The faculty plays an important role in Education and Research. Members of the faculty participate in national and international meetings / seminars to read scientific papers and exchange of ideas.
- Master of Public Health is a recognized course by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council. So far 20 batches have passed out and lot many of them are serving at higher positions in the country and abroad.
- Baqai Institute of Health Sciences, trains future health managers from both government / private institutions, who can contribute in promoting and strengthening health care systems of Pakistan .
Message From Dean
MPH is a prestigious intensive course in ‘Public Health’ of two years duration. You will be
having a very busy schedule from the onset, therefore, you should come mentally prepared to
devote these two year exclusively to studies and skills development.
Being future leaders in Public Health, your austerity of conduct, commitment and sincerity of
purpose will be closely monitored.
I wish you success in the course and look forward to a congenial relationship during the time
ahead.
Prof. Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed
Dean Basic Medical Sciences,
Principal Baqai Medical College,
Acting Dean Faculty of Health Management
Baqai Medical University
Karachi
The Baqai Medical University is playing a pivotal role in strengthening of health systems by offering
not only Primary Health Care Services, but also innovations such as community psychiatry, community
ophthalmology, multi-disciplinary community laboratory, health promotion and disease prevention
activities, community drug bank, women development group, income generation activities, informal
education for the poor and working children etc. Baqai Institute of Health Sciences, trains future
health managers from both government / private institutions, who can contribute in promoting and
strengthening health care system of Pakistan .
Keeping in view the dearth of managers in the country’s health system, not infrequently resulting in
inadequacy of implementation of the programs of various health plans in the country, and also in the
management of the available facilities in the rural and urban areas, Baqai Foundation planned the
commencement of a training program in 1992 to meet this shortage. It is stated here, that the program
gained momentum in subsequent years.
Besides health personnel, it is imperative to involve in the training, health related professions such
as Nursing and Pharmacy to promote economic productivity of people for a healthy lifestyle.
Aim
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT TO STRENGTHEN THE HEALTH SYSTEM OF PAKISTAN
MPH ADMISSION POLICY
Candidates will obtain Admission Forms and Prospectus from the Admission Cell of Baqai Medical
University, Karachi.
It is necessary for candidates to appear in the entry test, which will subsequently be followed by an
interview. The final selection will be based on the aggregate score of the previous academic
achievements, experience, written test and the interview. Selection Board is comprised of the
following:-
| Chancellor | Chairman | |
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| Vice Chancellor | Co-Chairman | |
| Pro Vice Chancellor / Dean, FHM | Member | |
| Principal, BMC | Member | |
| Principal, BDC | Member | |
| MPH Course Director | Member/ Secretary | |
| Dean ,BIPS | Co-opt member | |
| Director, Nursing | Co-opt member |
Selection of candidates will be purely on merit and nation wide. Candidates from foreign countries have also a place.
ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION
- Medical and Dental officers with MBBS or BDS qualification with valid registration from PMDC with a minimum of two years experience in health system.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy / Pharm D with minimum of three years of experience.
- B.Sc(Nursing) / R/ N B.Sc(N) with valid registration from PNC with three years experience.
| Area | Dates | |
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| SEMESTER I | Last Date of Submission of Forms | 2nd Week of March |
| Forms Entry Test | 3rd Week Of March | |
| Semester Starts | 7th of April | |
| Preparatory Leave | 1 week | |
| Exam | 3rd week of September | |
| SEMESTER II | Semester Starts | 3rd week of October |
| Preparatory Leave | 7th -14th March | |
| Semester Exam | From 15th March | |
| SEMESTER III | Semester Starts | 7th April |
| Preparatory Leave | 7th -14th September | |
| Exam | 3rd week of September | |
| SEMESTER IV | Semester Starts | 3rd week of October |
| Preparatory Leave | 1 week | |
| Exam | 3rd week of March |
SYSTEM OF EXAMINATION:
ELIGIBILITY FOR EXAMINATION
The minimum requirement for the candidates to appear in the examination is 75% attendance.
EXAMINATION
The courses finished will be examined at the end of the semester and the internal evaluation marks will be added to the final examination. The result will be finalized during the same semester. Internal evaluation will constitute a weight age of 50%. The distribution of marks will be as follows:
| Internal Evaluation | 50 |
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| Mid Term Test | 30 |
| Field Visits | 10 |
| Attendance & Class participation | 05 |
| Project/ Presentation/Assignment | 05 |
| Semester Examination | 50 |
| TOTAL | 100 |
The Theory Examination will be of 50 marks consisting of MCQ of 15 marks and essay type questions of 35
marks.
A Cumulative Grade Point Ratio (CGPR) of at least 2.5 (65%) is necessary to be eligible for the award of
the degree.
All the students have to select a topic related to Public Health for dissertation and prepare its
synopsis. Draft copy of dissertation is submitted one week before the Semester examination and defense
of dissertation within a maximum period of 40 days after the completion of the examination. A supervisor
will be provided to facilitate his / her research work.
MPH Programme is of 63 Credit Hours including dissertation of 13 Credit Hours.
GRADING SYSTEM:
- .Performance of the students in the examination shall be assessed on the basis of the marks obtained from a total of 100 marks in each course.
- .Over all grading for the declaration of result shall be based on Grading System for representing actual achievements of a candidate as follows:
Candidates will be required to complete 47 credit hours, from core curses in addition to 13 credit hours for dissertation amounting to a total of 60 credit hours.
| Numerical Grade(N.G) | Alphabetical Grade(A.G) | Grade Point(G.P) | |||
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| 80% and above | A | 4 | |||
| 70% - 79.9% | B | 3 | |||
| 60% - 69.9% | C | 2 | |||
| Below 60% | D | 1(Fail) |
FACILITIES FOR STUDENTS
LIBRARY
The library which is a major center of health science literature is equipped with up-to-date information and retrieval facilities, books and journals for the students and faculty, in medical sciences, clinical sciences, community health and nursing. It will in the foreseeable future have a collection of about 12000 books and more than 100 journals both local and foreign.
COMPUTER LBAORATORY
In order to provide quality computer facilities to students, the latest Pentium IV computers have been provided for students, fully loaded with the latest software necessary for the completion of the Master of Science in Public Health(MPH) programme. Students are allowed to use the Internet from the computer lab for the purposes of research and information gathering regarding various Public Health issues.
LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
LRC has specimens, models, charts and microscopes for students.
FACULTY
Baqai Institute of Health Sciences
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PROF. DR.ABDUL KABEER QAZI
BS-CS, MS-CS, PhD-IT Dean Faculty of Health Management Sciences Baqai Medical University abdul.kabeer@baqai.edu.pk |
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DR. MUHAMMAD ZAFAR IQBAL HYDRIE
Associate Professor & Director |
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DR. SYED IMTIAZ AHMED JAFRY
MBBS, MPH Director Baqai Institute of Health Sciences Faculty of Health Management Baqai Medical University drimtiazjafry@baqai.edu.pk |
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PROF. DR. NAZIA JAMEEL
MBBS, MPH H.O.D Department of Community Medicine Baqai Medical University drnaziajameel@baqai.edu.pk |
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PROF. DR.AYYAZ ALI KHAN
BDS (Pb), MSc (Wales, UK), PhD (NUI, Ireland), FDSRCPS (Glasgow), MFDSRCS (Eng), MCGD (UK) PROFESSOR Baqai Institute of Health Sciences Faculty of Health Management Baqai Medical University ayazali@baqai.edu.pk |
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PROF. DR. ABDUL HAKEEM JOKHIO
MBBS, Ph.D Professor (Public Health) Baqai Institute of Health Sciences Faculty of Health Management Baqai Medical University
ahjokhio2@gmail.com |
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DR. SYED MUHAMMAD ZULFIQAR HYDER NAQVI
MBBS, MSBE Associate Professor Department of Community Medicine Baqai Medical University zulfiqarnaqvi@baqai.edu.pk |
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DR. SYED NAUMAN RAZA
MBBS, MPH Assistant Professor Department of Community Medicine Baqai Medical University
naumanraza@baqai.edu.pk |
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DR. MUNIR AHMED SHAIKH
MBBS, MPH, MSBE Assistant Professor Department of Community Medicine munirshaikh@baqai.edu.pk |
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DR. MUNEER AHMED
M.B.B.S, M.Sc Tropical Medicine, M.Sc Environmental Science, Diploma in Dermatology, Diploma in Diabetology Senior Lecturer Department of Community Medicine
muneerahmed@baqai.edu.pk |
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DR.AMARA MEMON
MBBS, MPH Senior Lecturer Department of Community Medicine
amaramemon0306@gmail.com |
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Ms. SABIKA JAFFER
DPTRM, MPH Senior Lecturer Baqai Institute of Health Sciences Baqai Medical University
sabikajaffer6@gmail.com |
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MR.MUHAMMAD JAFFER
M.A.(Social Work)M.A (Political Science) Assistant Director Field Programme muhammadjafferbmu@gmail.com |
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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
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MR. SARIM ZAFAR
M.Com Manager, MPH Programme Baqai Institute of Health Sciences |
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MR. MUHAMMAD RASHID ALI SIDDIQUI
M.I.L.S Librarian Baqai Institute of Health Sciences |
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MR. ASADULLAH
B.A Office Assistant Department of Community Medicine |
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MR. GHULAM ALI
B.A Liaison Officer Baqai Institute of Health Sciences |
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MS. GHAZALA IQBAL
(Midwifery Diploma) LHV Supervisor Baqai Institute of Health Sciences |
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MS. NAVEEZA ALI
(Midwifery Diploma) LHV Supervisor Baqai Institute of Health Sciences |
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