A delegation from the Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC) conducted its zero visit to the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Swat on Thursday, 29 January 2026, as part of the initial regulatory assessment for Allied Health programs. The delegation was formally received by Vice Chancellor Dr. Shakeeb Ullah, Additional Registrar Dr. Khalid Khan, along with faculty members of Faculty of Sciences.
During the visit, Dr. Shahzad Ahmad, Incharge and Head of Faculty of Sciences, delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the university’s vision, academic framework, infrastructure, and scope of allied health sciences disciplines The AHPC team subsequently inspected classrooms and laboratories of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Dental Technology (DT), Medical Imaging Technology (MIT), and Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), and expressed satisfaction with the available academic and laboratory facilities.
The Allied Health Professional Council is the statutory regulatory body responsible for accreditation, standardization, and registration of allied health education and professionals across Pakistan, ensuring quality education and professional competence. The zero visit marks an important milestone toward formal recognition of allied health programs at UVAS Swat. The AHPC delegation advised the university to address minor observations and informed that a second inspection visit will be scheduled in the near future for full registration of the allied health programs, which will ensure academic credibility, professional recognition, and long-term career security for enrolled students.
University administration reaffirmed its commitment to meeting all regulatory requirements and further strengthening teaching, research, and clinical training facilities in accordance with national standards.