Directorate of Career Counselling & International Mobility
SESSION ON STUDY AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD
An informative session on Study and Scholarship Opportunities Abroad was held at the Sindh Governor House, Karachi, on Thursday, 6th November 2025, at 1600 hours, under the patronage of the Hon'ble Governor Sindh. The session was conducted by the renowned educationist and career counsellor, Syed Abidi, who provided students with detailed guidance on scholarships and higher education opportunities at credible institutions abroad. The Governor's initiative ensured that all subsequent consultations were free of cost and continued until the aspirants' admission processes were completed.
Syed Asfaq Ali Shah from CCIM accompanied the students, with CCIM organizing the trip. The session proved highly beneficial, equipping students with practical knowledge and resources to pursue international education.
AWARENESS SESSION - THIRD COHORT SAPIENZA UNIVERSITY EXCHANGE PROGRAM (ITALY)
An awareness session on the Sapienza University Exchange Program (3rd Cohort) was held on 24th September 2025 at the DUET Gulberg Campus for students of Batch 2023F and 2024F from the Faculty of I&CS. The session was conducted by Dr. Ghulam Mujtaba, Director CCIM and Mr. Sarang Abbasi, who briefed students on eligibility, application steps, required documentation, and the academic advantages of studying at Sapienza University, Italy.
A total of 250 students participated, attending the session in four groups for smooth interaction and effective guidance. The session generated strong interest among students and supported their preparation for upcoming application and selection processes.
CAREER GROWTH SESSION - "THE GROWTH TOOLKIT"
The Directorate of Career Counselling & International Mobility (CCIM) organized a career development session titled "The Growth Toolkit" on 6th November 2025 at the DUET Seminar Hall. The session was conducted by Mr. Ammar Sabzwari from School of Leadership (SOL) and attended by students from multiple departments.
Mr. Sabzwari shared practical strategies for personal and professional growth, focusing on mindset building, effective goal setting, and developing habits for long-term success. He also highlighted the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in today's competitive job market.
Students appreciated the engaging and interactive nature of the session, noting that the tools discussed were highly relevant to their academic and career journeys. The event aligns with DUET's commitment to enhancing student employability and strengthening career readiness through targeted guidance and training opportunities.
BRITISH COUNCIL SESSION
A successful information session by the British Council was held on 5th November 2025 at the Seminar Hall of Dawood University of Engineering & Technology. The session was organized by the Directorate of Career Counselling & International Mobility (CCIM) and attended by more than 100 undergraduate students from various departments.
The British Council team delivered comprehensive briefings on Study UK opportunities, scholarship pathways, international education options, and services available for students in Karachi. Usman Khalid, the keynote speaker from the British Council, captivated the audience with his informative presentation. Dedicated segments on British Council Libraries and IELTS were conducted by Abdul Rehman and Muhammad Imran Khan, offering valuable guidance to aspiring students.
We were pleased to host representatives Marium Qadir and Rabia H., whose participation further enriched the session. Special appreciation is extended to Prof. Dr. Yasira Naeem Pasha for facilitating this important engagement and strengthening DUET's collaboration with the British Council.
The British Council team acknowledged the warm hospitality at DUET and appreciated the support extended by Dr. Ghulam Mujtaba and Mr. Sarang Abbasi throughout the event. The session proved highly impactful, inspiring students to explore global
learning and scholarship opportunities