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Bachelor (04 Years) Bachelor of Studies in Psychology

2 Years 4 Semesters 30+ Credit Hours 120 Seats

Program Overview

Bachelor of Studies in Psychology at a Glance

Eligibility Criteria

Graduates of the MPhil Political Science program will be equipped to:

  • Academia & Research – Pursue teaching and research careers in universities and higher education institutions.

  • Doctoral Studies – Continue to PhD programs in political science and related disciplines in Pakistan or abroad.

  • Public Sector & Civil Service – Engage in senior policy-making, advisory, and administrative roles.

  • International & Regional Organizations – Work with UN agencies, think tanks, and other global institutions.

  • Policy Analysis & Governance – Serve in research institutions, development agencies, and public policy think tanks.

  • Media & Political Commentary – Contribute as analysts, columnists, or commentators on political issues.

  • Non-Governmental Sector – Lead or support initiatives in democracy promotion, human rights, peacebuilding, and development.

Duration 2 Years / 4 Semesters
Credit Hours Approx. 30
Total Seats 120
Learning Mode Classroom and lab
Department Psychology

Program Objectives

What This Program Builds

Graduates of the MPhil Political Science program will be equipped to:

  • Academia & Research – Pursue teaching and research careers in universities and higher education institutions.

  • Doctoral Studies – Continue to PhD programs in political science and related disciplines in Pakistan or abroad.

  • Public Sector & Civil Service – Engage in senior policy-making, advisory, and administrative roles.

  • International & Regional Organizations – Work with UN agencies, think tanks, and other global institutions.

  • Policy Analysis & Governance – Serve in research institutions, development agencies, and public policy think tanks.

  • Media & Political Commentary – Contribute as analysts, columnists, or commentators on political issues.

  • Non-Governmental Sector – Lead or support initiatives in democracy promotion, human rights, peacebuilding, and development.

Career Outcomes

Where Graduates Go Next

Graduates of the MPhil Political Science program will be equipped to:

  • Academia & Research – Pursue teaching and research careers in universities and higher education institutions.

  • Doctoral Studies – Continue to PhD programs in political science and related disciplines in Pakistan or abroad.

  • Public Sector & Civil Service – Engage in senior policy-making, advisory, and administrative roles.

  • International & Regional Organizations – Work with UN agencies, think tanks, and other global institutions.

  • Policy Analysis & Governance – Serve in research institutions, development agencies, and public policy think tanks.

  • Media & Political Commentary – Contribute as analysts, columnists, or commentators on political issues.

  • Non-Governmental Sector – Lead or support initiatives in democracy promotion, human rights, peacebuilding, and development.

Course Outline

Program Course Outline

  1. Advance Disciplinary Knowledge

    • Provide students with advanced understanding of political science theories, methodologies, and contemporary debates.

  2. Strengthen Research Competence

    • Train students in qualitative and quantitative research methods to conduct original, high-quality political science research.

  3. Promote Critical Inquiry

    • Develop students’ ability to critically evaluate political ideas, institutions, and policies in both national and global contexts.

  4. Encourage Scholarly Contribution

    • Inspire students to contribute to academic discourse through publications, conferences, and policy dialogues.

  5. Enhance Teaching & Academic Skills

    • Prepare students for careers in academia through training in teaching, research supervision, and scholarly communication.

  6. Foster Ethical & Civic Responsibility

    • Instill professional integrity, academic ethics, and civic responsibility in research and public engagement.

  7. Prepare for Doctoral Studies & Professional Roles

    • Enable graduates to pursue PhD studies or assume leadership positions in government, policy institutions, NGOs, and international organizations.

Admissions

How to Apply

Graduates of the MPhil Political Science program will be equipped to:

  • Academia & Research – Pursue teaching and research careers in universities and higher education institutions.

  • Doctoral Studies – Continue to PhD programs in political science and related disciplines in Pakistan or abroad.

  • Public Sector & Civil Service – Engage in senior policy-making, advisory, and administrative roles.

  • International & Regional Organizations – Work with UN agencies, think tanks, and other global institutions.

  • Policy Analysis & Governance – Serve in research institutions, development agencies, and public policy think tanks.

  • Media & Political Commentary – Contribute as analysts, columnists, or commentators on political issues.

  • Non-Governmental Sector – Lead or support initiatives in democracy promotion, human rights, peacebuilding, and development.

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