Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET): A journey towards progress

Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology embodies the philosophy of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, who emphasised the necessity of acquiring modern education to live with peace and dignity among the comity of nations. The Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys' Association (AMUOBA) was inspired by the towering personality of the great educationist and social reformer, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan. In recognition of his services particularly for the Muslims of the Indian Sub-continent, AMUOBA established Sir Syed University and named it after him. AMUOBA believed that the establishment of Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology would truly translate Sir Syed Ahmed Khan's educational philosophy into reality.

The vision of the university is to make SSUET a leading innovation provider in education and research with a focus on realising positive economic impact, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, and promoting a sense of social responsibility as envisioned by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan. The mission of the university is to provide an enabling environment to all stakeholders of SSUET in the pursuit of technological and socio-economic development for the achievement of long-term societal benefits through innovation, research, commercialization, and the sharing of knowledge imbued with a sense of social and moral responsibility aligned with the Aligarh spirit.

Sir Syed University is firmly committed to imparting quality education at an affordable fee structure to produce world-class professionals and ensure a bright future ahead in their professional lives. Graduates from this institution can go out, serve with distinction within and outside the country, and contribute positively.

The University started functioning in the year 1994 with only two technologies, namely Electronic Engineering and Computer Engineering. Over a period of time, the University expanded, and a number of departments were added in response to emerging market demands.

Sir Syed University has since grown to 16 academic departments offering undergraduate, postgraduate, MS, and PhD programs with more than 7,000 students and around 350 faculty members, including 64 holding PhDs.

The University takes great pride in its achievements over the past more than two decades and is committed to educational excellence by providing you with the strongest possible foundation to build your career. This is what makes Sir Syed University's experience unique, special, and exciting.

Sir Syed University has modern facilities, well-equipped laboratories, classrooms, a vibrant student lifestyle, and opportunities to engage the students socially and culturally. The University instills confidence and maturity in its students, thus paving their way to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Apart from education, Sir Syed University lays a great emphasis on character building, moral values, team spirit, tolerance, harmony, and love for the country and its people. Guidance Center is engaged in arranging internships, industrial visits, motivational talks, direct interaction with employers for placements, skill development seminars/workshops, and other social events.

The university is also planning to have facilities for students to incubate and create start-up companies with the help of mentors and the availability of venture capital funds lined up with financial institutions. SSUET's technology-based research creates a longer-lasting impact and endeavours to increase entrepreneurs' yields to enrich the economy and create new avenues for educating our youth on modern lines. Research grants and scholarships are available to support researchers at SSUET for innovation to help improve the quality of life.

Sir Syed University has well-qualified, experienced, capable, competent, and dedicated faculty members who offer modern teaching and research facilities to students, who are enrolled in an array of disciplines available at the University.

Sir Syed University has strengthened its commitment to innovation and sustainability, launching initiatives to address pressing global challenges and harnessing the power of technology to enhance teaching, learning, and research. The university has expanded partnerships with industry leaders, government agencies, and community organisations, creating new avenues for collaboration and knowledge exchange, and investing in state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure to provide SSUET students with a world-class learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

Sir Syed University is a member of the EU-funded CENTRAL project. The university is also one of the beneficiaries of the BIOMED 5.0 Project aimed at modernising and transforming Biomedical Engineering education. Sir Syed University achieved a place in the Times Higher Education Impact Ranking. The EU-funded projects facilitated the university in becoming an SDG-based university. The University has established a Content Development Laboratory with a Studio under the CENTRAL project and introduced an Environmental Monitoring Station during this project. Through these projects, the university actively participated in Erasmus+ ICM programs, fostering collaborations with renowned European universities and developing collaborations with international partners such as the Politehnica University of Bucharest and the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca in ongoing projects.

The university's involvement in EU-funded projects has resulted in transformative changes, encompassing academic, research, infrastructure, financial, and global collaboration aspects. These projects have positioned the university as a leading institution with a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and academic excellence on both national and international levels.

In pursuit of contributing to Pakistan's digital growth, which is evolving at a rapid pace, Sir Syed University has completely renovated its IT department according to modern requirements and technological advancements such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, and Data Analysis. It will take the university to a new phase of the modern era.

Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology is a reputed university as a seat of learning on account of its rich cultural traditions, values, and accessible opportunities provided to a multitude of our youth from all over the country for attaining quality education at an affordable cost. Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology has successfully maintained a balance between the modern trends in education and its traditions, social norms, and above all the Aligarh Spirit.

Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology firmly believes that no student should be deprived of education due to financial limitations. To overcome this issue, SSUET offers scholarships to students on a merit basis depending upon their academic performance and attendance. Besides, financial assistance is given to deserving and needy students.

Education helps create the human capital necessary for research, innovation, growth, and national development. Moreover, inclusive and uniform access to higher education is also of pivotal importance to leading the country on the path of economic and technological development.