NUST has signed MoU with various universities of repute in technologically advanced countries including Michigan State University, USA, New South Wales University, Australia and KTH Sweden. 

A bright student scoring more than 3.5 CGPA at the end of 3rd semester is sent abroad under split PhD programme. On successful completion, degree is awarded by the respective university.​​

1. Memorandum of understanding (MOU) between m/s quality vertex integrated system engineering (qvise) (pvt) ltd and nust-pnec.                                               

2. Memorandum of understanding between shanghai marine diesel  engine research institute ​ China & NUST-PNEC.​