Miss Sadiqa
M.Phil Biochemistry
BS EIC
BS Emergency & Intensive Care
Prepare to support patient care where it is most urgent — in emergency departments and intensive care units.
About the BS EIC program
Emergency & Intensive Care is the allied health discipline concerned with patients who are acutely ill or injured. Study covers anatomy, physiology and pharmacology, patient assessment, life support, the monitoring and equipment used in intensive care units, and the teamwork of emergency and critical care settings.
At ISSA Institute of Medical & Health Sciences, BS Emergency & Intensive Care is a four-year program affiliated with the University of Health Sciences, Lahore.
Why study Allied Health Sciences
- Emergency and intensive care teams work where patient care is most time-critical.
- The discipline combines clinical knowledge with hands-on use of life-support and monitoring equipment.
- Critical care is needed in hospitals of every size, from district hospitals to tertiary centres.
Curriculum
The main subject areas of the BS EIC program:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Pharmacology for critical care
- Patient assessment and triage
- Basic and advanced life support
- Critical care equipment and monitoring
- Emergency procedures
- Infection prevention and control
- Clinical rotations
The official scheme of studies, with courses by semester and credit hours, is set by University of Health Sciences, Lahore.
Practical learning
Practical classes take place in ISSA's teaching laboratories, where students work at the bench in white coats under faculty supervision, alongside lectures and the library.
Eligibility
Details for this section will be published once confirmed by the institute. Contact admissions for current information.
Admission process
Fees
The admissions office gives every BS EIC applicant the complete fee structure for the current session, with no hidden charges. Call 055 3892900 or 055 3890768 or visit the campus to get it.
Full fee structureFaculty
Mr. Ali Cheema
M.Phil Statistics
Prof. Salman Javaid
MA English
Mr. Muhammad Haroon
M.Phil Islamic Studies
Career directions
Graduates of Allied Health Sciences programs may pursue opportunities in:
- Hospital emergency departments
- Intensive care units (ICU)
- Critical care and high-dependency units
- Emergency and ambulance services
- Trauma and operating-theatre recovery units
- Postgraduate study
Career outcomes depend on registration requirements, further training and the job market; no placement is guaranteed.
Facilities
Laboratories
Teaching laboratories where students carry out practicals at the bench, in white coats, under faculty supervision.
Library
A quiet reading room with shelves of textbooks and reference books, and tables for individual and group study.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the BS EIC program?
The BS Emergency & Intensive Care at ISSA is 4 years long.
Which university or examining body is BS EIC at ISSA affiliated with?
University of Health Sciences, Lahore. See Affiliations for all of ISSA's affiliations and approvals.
Is admission to BS EIC currently open?
Contact admissions. See How to apply.
How do I apply for BS EIC at ISSA?
Follow the steps on How to apply and check the required documents. For questions, contact admissions.
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