Vice Chancellor Message
Dear Students, Parents, and Esteemed Community Members, It is with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of responsibility that I address you as the Vice Chancellor of UET Mardan. With over 23 years of experience in teaching, research, innovation, commercialization and leadership, I am committed to transforming UET Mardan into a Centre of innovation, excellence, and a forward-thinking educational institution.
My goal is to empower young minds to solve complex engineering problems by utilizing empowering fields, enabling them to think beyond the boundaries of academic fields. This will transform them into entrepreneurs and leaders in their respective fields by solving the complex, interconnected challenges facing our nation and the world. This journey may be testing. Therefore, patience, commitment, and hard work will be the key traits to enable the achievement of these goals. I strongly encourage you to join us on this journey. Equally important is our commitment to gender inclusivity and creating an environment where every voice is heard and valued. Every individual can achieve their goals; the institution lays the groundwork to enlighten their vision and polish their skills through rigorous training in both curricular and co-curricular activities.
As a fundamental Artificial Intelligence scientist, educator, and entrepreneur, my vision is to equip our students with the tools and mindset required to thrive in the rapidly evolving world of engineering and technology. We are actively aligning our academic programs with modern, high-impact disciplines that shape our global future, including:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Cloud Computing
- Quantum Computing
- Climate Change Solutions
At UET Mardan, we are embracing digital transformation, optimizing our resources, and integrating intelligent systems to enhance institutional efficiency. To further our mission, we are establishing an effective and efficient Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC)—a strategic step toward nurturing entrepreneurship, supporting the development of spin-off ventures, and fostering collaboration with industry and international partners. Through this, we aim to translate academic research into impactful, real-world innovations and drivers of the economy.
We are planning to introduce targeted scholarships for women in STEM, mentorship programs, and policies to ensure representation in leadership roles.
We welcome local industries, alumni, and community leaders to join us in seminars, innovation fairs to shape UET Mardan’s future together. We are also planning to transform conventional classrooms into smart classrooms to enhance learning experience. We realize that technology is rapidly shaping everything around us, and to ensure that our next generation is ready to cope with challenges from tomorrow, we will take every possible step to ensure that they are ready for the challenges of tomorrow’s job market and industrial landscape. I urge our students to take full ownership of their learning journey, and I call upon parents to be active supporters and motivators in this transformative phase of their children’s lives. Education at UET Mardan is not merely about acquiring knowledge; it is about becoming agents of change, equipped with curiosity, resilience, and the courage to lead. Together, let us build a vibrant academic community that champions creativity, critical thinking, and sustainable development through the power of cutting-edge technologies and visionary practices.
Thank you for your trust and continued support.
Warm regards,
Prof. Dr. Gul Muhammad Khan
Vice Chancellor
University of Engineering and Technology, Mardan