HITEC UNIVERSITY TAXILA CANTT ,PAKISTAN
Vice Chancellor's Message
I extend a very warm welcome to you. Let me apprise you about the HITEC University. It was established in 2007 with a vision to be Pakistan’s premier academic and research institution. It is a private University, chartered by the Government of the Punjab and is ranked in category “W’’ by Higher Education Commission.
The University focuses on imparting quality education through excellent teaching and learning environment, using state of the art facilities and interactive teaching methods. We aim at instilling inquisitiveness and a lifelong quest for knowledge amongst our students, who are morally and socially groomed to excel in life.
HITEC University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Engineering, Management Sciences ,Mathematics and Islamic Studies, which are at par with the best available in the country. Our academic programs are tailored to the market needs and are designed to equip the students with the latest developments in the field of their respective specializations. We have a diversified and highly qualified faculty with excellent record in teaching and research. Through their commitment and dedication, yoked with the support of University administration and staff, students of the University have unparalleled opportunities to prepare themselves for the future challenges.
Conforming to the intentions of the founders, we remain wholly committed to foster and grow all-encompassing University culture at the campus. Therefore, a holistic human development has been conceived. Along with achieving academic excellence, students are encouraged to participate in various cultural, social and sports activities. These activities groom our students to be confident, positive and responsible citizens to serve the country in a befitting manner.
Happy Surfing.
Brig (Retd)
Engr. Qamar Zaman, SI (M)
Vice Chancellor
Motto
The motto should guide the students in their future lives as a beacon of light and be a reflection of character strength and grooming. 'Truth' is the key word in the selection of University's motto, for indeed it has been the virtue of the prophets and the object of pursuit of all great men, scholars, researchers and scientists. Finding and upholding truth is the purpose and spirit of real education.
The most befitting inspiration is found in a Quranic verse "Wa Qulu Qaulan Saddeeda", (Ayat 70, Surah Al-Ahzab) but to keep the sanctity of the divine words it has been replaced by an akin Hadith; " ASSIDQO YUNJEE "; meaning 'In truth lies success' Its English equivalent is: "In Truth I Triumph".
Vision
HITEC University aspires to be a student centered institution, with innovation in teaching, learning, research and strong industrial linkages, to effect a change in the quality of life.
Mission
HITEC University will be centre of excellence in teaching, learning and research. We instill and inspire intellectual curiosity, a lifelong quest for knowledge and a keen urge for social and moral responsibility. The University will establish strong linkages with industry, ensuring innovative research leading to economic prosperity of Pakistan.
Emblem
HITEC University emblem symbolizes Pakistan’s national heritage, ideological moorings, cultural values, and provides conviction and courage to its students.
The University emblem is a roundel, in line with traditional Muslim shield. It has two rings; the outer ring contains the name of institution and its motto while the inner ring embodies a multi-layered insignia. On the top is the rising Sun signifying energy, hope and newness. At the bottom is a body of water which is source of all life. In the middle, the white emerging lines stand for the Earth which is abode of all mankind. The blue lines show rivers on the Earth indicating that civilizations have grown on the banks of rivers. The pattern formed by white and blue lines alludes to an open book that represents all recorded human knowledge. The book is placed on the surface of water pointing to an eternal challenge we are confronted with. In the back drop of the book, emerges the golden Sun sending its rays across the Universe. The rising Sun also represents the dawn of a new era where darkness is dispelled and brightness is ushered in.
Location
Spread over an area of more than 50 acres, HITEC University is located in the foot of Margella Hills only 2 km from Taxila city.
Taxila is an ancient city, about 30 kms west of the Islamabad Capital Territory and Rawalpindi. It is situated on the border of the Punjab and North West Frontier Province, just off the Grand Trunk Road.
Ancient name of Taxila was “Takshasila” which means the “city of cut stones”. It once had the best universities of the world, including the world’s first university the “Takshashila University”.
A number of important industries including Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), Heavy Mechanical Complex (HMC), Pakistan Ordinance Factories (POFs), Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC), Telephone Industry Pakistan (TIP), FECTO Cement etc. are located in the near vicinity of the University, providing excellent opportunities for academic-industrial linkages.
HITEC University aims to live up to the historical past of Taxila and become the premier seat of learning in the region and beyond.
Location
From Islamabad / Rawalpindi proceed on the GT road towards Peshawar. Only 10 km ahead of Sangjani Toll Plaza is the Taxila Bypass. Those travelling on the Motorway may use Islamabad, Tarnol or Bahter interchange to come on the GT road in order to reach the Taxila Bypass. Turn towards the Taxila Museum, about 2 km on the Museum Road is HITEC University – a combination of huge buildings in red bricks and a white prominent mosque, all enclosed in black-stone boundary wall.
