Learn to Challenge Your Abilities

“I was a pre-medical student of AKU-EB and my biggest challenge was mathematics. I always thought that it was useless and ended up panicking over every single mathematics test. On the one hand, I wanted to escape mathematics and on the other hand, I wanted to pursue higher education in engineering which required significant understanding of mathematics. I went back to the AKU-EB syllabi which guided me to develop necessary skills for understanding mathematics. I started making sense out of the concepts and reviewing all topics guided by practical demonstrations. Mathematics required strong analytical thinking, quantitative reasoning and critical thinking and thanks to AKU-EB, learning these skills have played an essential role in helping me progress at NED.

At NED, I chose to specialise in food engineering which is a multidisciplinary field bringing together microbiology, applied physical sciences, chemistry and engineering for food and related industries. Food engineers provide the technological knowledge transfer essential to the cost-effective production and commercialisation of food products and services. In the near future, I want to work for the World Food Programme. Just like with the AKU-EB, at NED too, students are involved in extracurricular activities. For the last few years, I have been a part of the NED welfare society to help children whose parents cannot afford their healthcare. I learned that with every profession comes certain kind of duty to return back to society in the form of time, knowledge or investment. I plan to pursue my masters in Supply Chain management in the near future. My advice to all AKU-EB students is to not underestimate your abilities and skills. Pay attention. You might be just two steps away from your dream. Just work hard and be consistent.” Saba Zeb B.E. Food Engineering, NED University Of Engineering & Technology, Karachi AKU-EB Alumni 2015