Bachelor of Social Sciences degree with majors in International Relations,Psychology, Political Science, Sociology, Economics,Education,English Language and Linguistics . BS Program is a day program and consists of 47 courses and a Research Project of 3 credit hour with a total of 126credit hours.
Program Objectives:
Since the programme offers various areas of specializations, so after the successful completion of this program the prospective graduates of related areas of specializations are expected to:
- Comprehend the philosophies of education and their applications in today’s teaching, management and learning environment
- Have sound grounds in the psychology of learning & development of child and the ways how students learn
- Have knowledge of school, society and teacher and their role and impact on each other
- Have deeper understanding on how curriculum is designed to meet the national standards
- Use the Information Communication Technology (ICT) and instructional technology in teaching and learning process
- Have expertise and deeper knowledge in their areas of specialization courses
- Demonstrate comprehension of social issues in diverse fields.
- Acquaint for academic pursuits, particularly in Social Sciences.
- Follow an all-round training in social sciences
- Streamline the education of Political Science in Pakistan and bring it in line with the international standard.
- Exhibit knowledge of political science.
- Develop an educated community which is equipped with the potentials to cope effectively with the challenges of modern world.
- Show expertise in areas as diverse as clinical behavior problems, child development, workplace violence, self-esteem, racial prejudice, memory, decision making, mental illness, cognition and effect of different drugs on the brain.
- Learn to critically evaluate "common sense" knowledge about how people function.
- build a solid base in the field of Economics,
- Show better understanding of the subject to act as responsible citizens.
- Transmit knowledge of the structure and function of language and its use and change in various cultural and social settings
- Show critical thinking skills, analytical skills, and reading, writing and research skills
- Develop an understanding of the relationship between linguistic theories and areas such as artificial intelligence, cognitive science, language acquisition and learning, and language policy.
- Show appreciation for the diversity and dynamic nature of human languages and cultures in Pakistan and the world
- Demonstrate knowledge of key areas and theories of international relations as a discipline.
- Evaluate people and institutions who have played a lead role in shaping international relations.
- Analyze internationals issues from various perspectives and display understanding with Program Scheme of Studies
Eligibility Criteria: (Minimum Criteria for Admission) |
- 45% marks in higher secondary certificate-HSC/intermediate/A-level/12 years education or equivalent
- 45% marks in secondary school certificate/ matriculation /O-level/10 years education or equivalent
- Qualifying admission test as per HEC/UMT policy
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Duration (Years of study): |
Four Years
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Semesters: |
Eight Semesters
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Degree Qualifying CGPA |
2.00
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General Education Courses |
13 Courses (39 Cr. Hrs.) |
- Breadth
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06 Courses (18 Cr. Hrs.)
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- Foundational Skills-
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05 Courses (15 Cr. Hrs.)
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- Civilization
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02 Courses (06 Cr. Hrs.) |
Disciplinary Requirements |
20 Courses (60 Cr. Hrs.) |
- Major
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15 Courses (45 Cr. Hrs.)
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- Minor
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05 Courses (15 Cr. Hrs.) |
Distribution Courses |
06 Courses (18 Cr. Hrs.) |
Thesis |
01 Course (03 Cr. Hrs.) |
Quran Translation |
08 Courses (06 Cr. Hrs.) |
University Required Courses |
02 Courses (Zero Cr. Hrs.) |
Total Credit Hours |
126 |