With a modest beginning in 1952 as a “constituent” college of Peshawar University, the UET was born in 1980. Since then, three satellite campuses in Abbottabad, Bannu and Mardan have been established. However, Peshawar Campus remains the central nucleus of the University, keeping everything moving along the correct path. "The Chancellor, University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar inaugurated Abbottabad Campus in October, 2002, in old premises of Ayub Medical College. The city of Abbottabad gained fame as being the city of schools and colleges. Due to a pleasant climate, people from all parts of country prefer to send their children to study in reputed educational institutions of Abbottabad, like Army Burn Hall, Abbottabad Public School, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology etc. In addition, five medical colleges in the city also attract students. Establishment of campus of UET in Abbottabad has not only addressed a longstanding public demand, but also enhanced the city's image as a seat of learning. Known for its natural beauty, better climatic conditions and a vast network of educational institutions, Abbottabad was ideally suited for such an institution of higher learning in applied sciences."