Allied Health Sciences in Rawalpindi: FSc Programmes at RCCS
Allied Health Sciences (AHS) are the healthcare professions that support doctors and nurses in diagnosis, treatment and patient care. At RCCS, AHS is offered as nine two-year FBISE programmes equivalent to FSc (Intermediate), open to Matric-pass students from any group.
- Programmes9 FSc AHS disciplines
- Duration2 years
- AffiliationFBISE, Islamabad
- EligibilityMatric pass, any group
- Age limitNone
Our nine FSc Allied Health programmes
FSc Nursing Technology
Patient care, ward and ICU nursing, community health; a route to BSN and DPT.
What do allied health professionals do?
While doctors diagnose and prescribe, allied health professionals run lab tests, operate imaging machines, assist in surgery, provide nursing care, dispense medicines and help patients recover. Hospitals, clinics and diagnostic centres all depend on trained technicians.
Who should apply?
- Matric-pass students from any group (Science, Arts, Computer) looking for a two-year professional programme
- Students who want a healthcare career without committing to a four- or five-year degree straight away
- Students who plan to continue to BS or DPT programmes later
- Career switchers and gap-year students: there is no age limit
Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Matric (10th grade) pass from any recognised board |
| Groups accepted | Science, Arts, Computer, General |
| Age limit | None |
| Domicile | Open merit (Punjab, Federal, other provinces per policy) |
| Additional | Character certificate; medical fitness (self-declaration) |
Career scope
- Government and private hospitals (technician posts)
- Diagnostic laboratories and imaging centres
- Dental and eye clinics
- Pharmacy dispensing and hospital pharmacy
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation centres
- Operation theatres and cardiac units
Graduates can also apply for BS and DPT programmes such as DPT, BS MLT, BS MIT, BS Optometry and Generic BSN at HEC-recognised universities, subject to each university’s merit and entry rules.
Frequently asked questions
What is Allied Health Sciences?
The group of healthcare professions that support doctors and nurses in diagnosis, treatment and patient care, such as lab technology, radiology, nursing, physiotherapy and operation theatre work.
Who can apply for FSc Allied Health Sciences at RCCS?
Any student who has passed Matric (10th grade) from a recognised board, from the Science, Arts or Computer group. There is no age limit.
Is FSc Allied Health recognised by FBISE?
Yes. All nine programmes at RCCS are affiliated with FBISE, Islamabad, and the qualification is equivalent to FSc (Intermediate).
How long are the programmes?
All FSc Allied Health Sciences programmes are two years, full time.
What can I do after FSc Allied Health?
Work as a technician or assistant in hospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics and dental or eye care centres, or continue to BS and DPT programmes at universities, subject to their merit rules.
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