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Introduction
Established in June, 1951 the University of Karachi is known as one of the premier
centers of teaching and research in the sub-continent and the third world. A large number
of students from Karachi and other parts of the country are desirous of admission at this
university for its high standard of education and highly qualified faculty. A number of
scientists and scholars affiliated with the University are working in important positions
both within and outside Pakistan and have won significant recognition and acclaim. One
of the institutes of the University has got the distinction of being named as the Centre of
the Third World Academy of Sciences. Students from several foreign countries are also
pursuing for the Masters and Doctorate degrees. As the population of the city is
increasing day by day, it is a real challenge for the University to accommodate all the
applicants in various courses of studies in the morning program. Hence, to meet the
increasing demand of education in various disciplines, the university has been running
the Evening Programs in several departments at the Masters, BS, B.A./B.Sc.(Hons.),
Diploma and Certificate levels since the Directorate of Evening Program was established
in 1995 to administer the Evening Program. The curricula for Morning and Evening
programs are identical for the awards of university's degrees. In most cases, same
teachers as well as the same laboratories and library facilities are available to the students
of the morning and evening programs. Attendance, teaching and examination standard
are the same for both the shifts.
At present, teaching in the University campus is conducted under eight faculties; Faculty
of Social Sciences, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Islamic
Studies, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Management & Administrative Sciences, Faculty of
Pharmacy and Faculty of Science. As many as 54 departments and over 19 research
institute/centers are imparting education to more than 35,000 students including students
from foreign countries. The faculty comprises more than 650 highly qualified and
experienced teachers; many of them have obtained higher degrees from abroad and
earned international repute. The non-teaching staff comprises more than 2500 members
to help with administrative and other matters.
The University of Karachi is also an affiliating and examining body. At present, more
than 145 colleges and institutions are affiliated to the University. The courses of studies
for these institutions are approved by the University and examinations are also conducted
under its auspices. The University conducts examination of about 150,000 students
studying in these colleges/institutes, and prepares their results and awards degrees.
Students' Affairs
To look after students affairs in general, and to supervise their extra curricular activities,
an office of Advisor Students Affairs for the purpose is situated at the first floor of the
Administration block. Teachers and the staff are available for guidance of the students.
In order to help the passing out students in securing jobs and solve their practical
problems, an office of Students Guidance, Counseling and Placement Bureau functions at
the first floor of a building facing Masjid-e-Ibrahim. The Bureau also conducts
preparatory classes, every year, for those who wish to appear in the CSS examinations or
to develop proficiency in the English language.
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Discipline Committee
A discipline committee maintains law and order at the campus to ensure a proper
academic environment. The Committee takes notice of the cases of infringement of law
and order, and undesirable activities at the campus, and takes disciplinary action against
the offenders. The Vice-Chancellor is Chairman of this Committee while the Advisor,
Students' Affairs is its member secretary. The Committee meets several times a year to
review the prevailing law and order situation and other related matters and take
appropriate decisions.
Evening Program
The Evening Program of the University of Karachi offers Masters, Diploma and
Certificates Programs. The timings of the program have been scheduled from 3:30 p.m.
In departments where laboratory experiments are involved, it usual commences at 3:30
p.m. while in others, teaching schedule is decided by the department's management
according to the needs of the courses within the working hours of the Evening Program.
The timings of the program provide an excellent opportunity to individuals, who are in-
service and want to improve their academic qualifications, for enhancing their learning
and career prospects.
During the holy month of Ramdan, the classes remain suspended. There are two
semesters in a year. Tuition fee is charged in each semester. The fee varies from
Rs.12,500/- to 52,000/- per semester for different programs.
System of Studies
The University follows the semester system. One academic year consists of two
semesters (details available in the Academic Calendar shown at the end of this brochure).
Students admitted in the University have to be conversant with the University rules
and must abide by them.
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Rules governing attendance and promotion are of special importance. Under these rules:
1. Minimum attendance requirement to appear in the examination of any
subject/course is 75%. For details please see 'Semester Examination Rules', booklet,
available at the University Book Shop.
2. A student will not be promoted to the next higher class unless he/she has cleared at
least 80% of the courses. This rule is being strictly followed as per decision of the
University's Academic Council.
Admission Policy
Admissions in University of Karachi are given according to merit. However, certain seats
are reserved for dependents/self of university teachers and employees, special persons
and Army personnels. For reserved seats also, merit is the only criterion.
Five percent (5%) seats have been reserved for applicants who have done their graduation
from other degree awarding institutes situated in Karachi and recognized by the
University of Karachi.
Note:
Subject to eligibility, admissions on reserved seats for armed forces
are granted through nominations from the General Headquarters.
2. Category S refers to those applicants who have passed at least one of the certificates
(SSC or HSC) or degree examinations from a recognized educational institution in the
Province of Sindh (excluding Karachi).
3. Category P refers to those applicants who have passed at least one of the
certificates (SSC or HSC) or degree examinations from a recognized educational
institution outside the Province of Sindh or Pakistan.
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Change of Category
Candidates who fulfill the following conditions can apply for change of category
from S or P to K.
1. Those students whose father or mother is domiciled in Karachi, but who have passed the
pre-requisite examination, from abroad, conducted by any registered International
Institution or any Pakistani Board or University, will have to produce their father's or
mother's domicile certificate and copy of CNIC showing their permanent address in
Karachi.
2. Students whose parents are employees of the Federal or Sindh Government, Autonomous
or Semi-autonomous bodies, Government Corporations, or Armed Forces and have been
posted in or transferred to Karachi during last 5 years will have to produce the
appointment letter or transfer letter of their father/mother together with their application.
Such candidates must have completed their further education, after the date of transfer or
posting of their father / mother from educational institutes located in Karachi.
3. 3% seats in each department will be allocated for those candidates who have passed their
pre-requisite examination from a recognized educational institution located outside
Karachi but they have their initial education including Matric and Intermediate from
Karachi. Such candidates should have Karachi P.R.C. and their parents should have
Domicile and CNIC showing their permanent address in Karachi. Candidates below the
age of 18 years are required to submit photocopy of their 'B'-Form.
4. A candidate who comes under 'S' or 'P' category but she/he is married to a permanent
resident of Karachi should submit a copy of the Nikah-Nama along with Domicile and
CNIC of her/his spouse showing his/her permanent address in Karachi.
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criterion of eligibility for the University as well as the concerned department. The
candidates shall mention the type of reserved seats on top of their form they are applying
for and must be attached the supporting documents.
3. A student placed in 3rd division or obtaining less than 45% marks in the
pre-requisite (Graduation) examination cannot be admitted to the University.
4. For admission to any department in the Evening Program, the University rules for
morning program are uniformly applicable. However, the condition of having passed
the pre-requisite examination during the last five years has been relaxed for the
Evening Program.
5. A candidate already having a Masters or equivalent degree is not eligible for regular
admission to the Evening Program for a second Masters degree or Diploma programs.
If any such case comes to notice, the student's admission will be cancelled, and legal
action can be initiated against him/her. However, students who have done their
masters in English Literature can apply for admission to M.A. English Linguistics.
Similarly, students who have completed M.A English Linguistics can do second
masters in English Literature (one year). These candidates will have to comply with
the general rules for admission.
6. A candidate engaged in a gainful employment during the day is eligible for admission
as a regular student of the Evening Program.
7. Candidates who have passed the pre-requisite examination from private institutes not
affiliated with the University of Karachi should get the equivalence of their degree
determined by the University's equivalence committee well before 3 days of the
announcement of the list of successful candidates. In case of failure to do so, they will
not considered for admission. If they submit the equivalence certificate after the
announcement of list, their claim shall be subject to availability of seats and merit.
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Procedure of Admission
1. The date of opening of admissions, availability of forms, submission of forms and other
details are announced through advertisements in the leading newspapers.
2. A candidate can apply for admission in four programs of his/her choice. The candidate is
advised to write programs in order of his/her preference in the space provided in the
application form. Admission in the program shall be awarded on the basis of eligibility,
merit and the number of seats available in the program mentioned in (Table I, II & III).
3. Paste 2 recent photographs (1 x 1.5) on Admission Form and attach the following
documents at the time of submission of Admission Form.
a) Completed original admission form along with a powder photocopy of filled in form.
b) Two photocopies of Marks certificates of 1st and 2nd year or a composite Marks
Certificate of the pre-requisite examinations. (showing consolidated marks obtained
& outof)
c) One photocopy of Intermediate Marks Sheet or Certificate.
d) One photocopy of Matriculation marks sheet or Certificate.
e) One photocopy of CNIC
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Note:
1. Merit List of any program will be announced subject to the number of eligible candidates
is 35 or above.
2. In order to start teaching, the minimum number of students enrolled in a program is 35. If
students in the minimum required number do not register by paying the fee, the program
shall be cancelled and fee shall be refunded.
3. Classes will commence from August 11, 2017.
4. The Chairpersons/In-charge of the program shall decide the teaching and lab timings
between 03:30 p.m. to 08.30 p.m. Theory classes are normally held between 5:00 p.m. to
8:30 p.m. These timings enable the in-service students to complete the attendance
requirements.
5. If any candidate feels that his / her name has been inadvertently left even though he/she
has secured merit marks and satisfies the other conditions of eligibility should obtain a
Claim Form from the UBL Campus Branch on payment of Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five
Hundred only) and submit on the date to be announced along with the List of Successful
Candidates. If the claim is found to be correct on error from University of Karachi, the
admission will be granted to the candidate according to rules and regulations and the cost
of the claim form will be refunded.
Office of the Admissions Committee:
Phone # 021-99261300 6 Ext # 2479; Direct # 021-99261376
Directorate of Evening Program
Phone # 021-99261300 6 Ext # 2339; Direct # 021-99261574
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Department of
Arabic
Introduction
The department of Arabic is enjoying the
patronage of renowned scholars of international
repute. The cautiously designed syllabus has
considered the needs of students and the
contemporary literary world that is a confluence of
ancient and modern Arabic Literature, Language
and Linguistics. Besides academic activities,
co-curricular activities are also stressed like
extension lectures, debates, study tours, picnics
and other events to discover, enhance and polish
the abilities and talent of the students.
Career Opportunities
The degree in Arabic would prove to be a key of
success opening the doors of diversified fields
such as teaching, translation, (academic,
diplomatic and commercial etc.) and in electronic
media as well.
Programs Available
Diploma in Quranic Arabic (PGD)
Diploma in Contemporary Arabic (PGD)
Diploma in Functional Arabic (PGD)
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Department of
Criminology
Introduction
Masters program in criminology was initiated in
1995. Dr. Naseer A. Shaikh, Dr. Abdul Wahab,
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Suddle, Prof. Shamim
Hashmi, Dr. Fateh Muhammad Burfat, and
Mr. Jameel Yousuf were the pioneers of the
program. The program was upgraded and the
Department of Criminology was established in
2014. The major objective of the program is to
provide the students with hands on- training in the
specialized fields of criminology such as control of
violence and terrorism, forensic criminology, Faculty Member
policing, security, criminal investigation, juvenile Associate Professor
justice system, organized crime, money Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Burfat (Chairman)
laundering, fraud and drug abuse related issues.
Assistant Professor
Dr. Naima Saeed
Facilities
Department of Criminology is a newly established
department; efforts are being made to develop well
equipped Forensic and Computer Laboratories and
Seminar Library.
Career Opportunities
Criminologists are employed in Police, Military,
Intelligence Agencies, National Accountability
Bureau, Correctional Institutions, national and
international NGOs and they are also working as
Parole and Probation Officers, Juvenile Court
Workers, Criminal Investigators, Security Experts,
Crime Reporters, Correctional Counselors,
Rehabilitation Counselors.
Programs Available
M. A. in Criminology
Diploma in Criminology
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Department of
Economics
Introduction
The department of Economics in one of the largest brokerage companies; teaching positions in
departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences. It universities and colleges; and mid-career level
was established in 1950-51 with the enactment managerial position in national and multinational
of the University of Karachi Act, at the old companies.
campus in the city, and was later shifted to its
present location in 1960. Professor Newman
Joseph Adams, an American national, was Faculty Members
appointed as the first Chairman of the department. Professor
Due to its academic stance the department of Dr. Khalid Mustafa (Chairman)
Economics has the distinction of being recognized
as a premier department in the country. Many of Associate Professor
its graduates, have had secured key positions at Dr. Abdul Waheed
various national as well as international
organizations. It is because of these standards Assistant Professors
that the department was accorded with the Dr. Rubina Hassan
honor of establishing a center of national Dr. Syed Viqar Hussain
capability in Economics by the name of "Applied Mr. Syed Muhammad Ali
Economics Research Center" through a grant Dr. Muhammad Ahsanuddin
Ms. Seema Siddiqui Hai
from the Sindh Government.
Dr. Roohi Ahmed
Facilities Dr. Safia Qamar
The seminar library has a good collection of books Dr. Nooreen Mujahid
and periodicals related to Economics, Finance and Mr. Mirza Muhammad Shehzad
Transport, In order to fill the gaps, an inter-library Dr. Rummana Zaheer
books borrowing and lending facilities are also Ms. Saba Masood
available with other major libraries in the city. The Dr. Lubna Naz
department has two well-equipped computer labs. Mr. Muhammad Haseeb
Dr. Zeeshan Atique
Specific Research Areas
The research interest of the teaching faculty Lecturers
includes: International / Global Economics; Ms. Rabia Shakir
Monetary Economics; Islamic Economics; Mr. Muhammd Umair
Innovation & Productivity; Globalization
Economics Growth; Development Economics;
Banking & Finance; Human Resource
Management and Financial Economics. Programs Available
M.A./M.Sc. (Economics)
Career Opportunities Masters in Economics & Finance(M.E.F.)
Graduation from Economics Department provides Masters in Transport Management (M.T.M.)
an opportunity of fresh graduates to secure Diploma in Economic & Finance (PGDEF)
respectable positions in various national and
international institutions. They include State Bank
of Pakistan; Planning Commission; Ministry of For Further Enquiry
Finance & Economics Affairs; national and Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext- 2270
private banks; research institutions and finance & Website: www.uok.edu.pk/feculties/economics
Email: khalidm@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
English
Introduction
The department of English was established in 1955.
It was located in Shivjee Murarji building in
Nanakwara. Later in January 1960 when the
university moved to its present location, the
department was housed on the first floor of the Old
Block in the faculty of Social Sciences. Professor
Dr. Ahsan Farooqui was the first head of the
department. Prof. Dr. Ali Ashraf, Prof. Maya Jamil, Faculty Members
Prof. Dr. Muzaffar Hussain and Prof. Dr. Kalim-ur- Professor
Dr. Farhana Wazir Khan (Chairperson)
Rahman were among notable chairpersons. (Late)
Prof. Maki Kureshi is one of the internationally
Associate Professor
reputed Pakistani English poets. The department Dr. Iftikhar Shafi
offers masters programs in both English literature
and linguistics in the Morning as well as in the Assistant Professors
Evening Program. There are also M.Phil./Ph.D. Ms. Dilshat Bano
offered by the Department of English Ms. Nishat Wasim
Ms. Huma Shakir
Facilities Ms. Lubna Shaheen
Department Seminar Library Mr. S. M. Tayyab Zaidi
Audio-Visual Lab Ms. Shumaila Shafket Ali
Cassette Library for the Blind Dr. Faisal Nazir
Mr. Wajdan Raza
Specific Research Areas
Dr. Bushra Ahmed Khurram
Early Modern English Literature
American Literature Lecturers
Literary Theory Ms. Ibtesam Afreen
Romanticism Ms. Lubna Hasan
Comparative Literature Mr. Muhammad Babur Khan Suri
English Syntax Mr. Muhammad Moonis Azad
World Englishes Mr. Syed Farhan Shoukat
Sociolinguistics Mr. Abdul Basit
Phonology
Discourse Analysis
Bilingualism
Post Colonial Literature and Criticism
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Department of
International Relations
Introduction
The Department of International Relations is
the oldest Department in the field of
International Relations in Pakistan and the
third oldest in South Asia. It was established
in 1958 and has the honor of offering
B.A./M.A./M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs. More
than 700 students are studying at the
undergraduate and graduate level both in its
morning and evening programs. Since its
inception, the Department of International
Faculty Members
Relations has been active in organizing
Professors
seminars, conferences and workshops. Dr. Moonis Ahmar
Dr. Shaista Tabassum (Chairperson)
Facilities Dr. Shaikh Mutahir Ahmed
The Department has a seminar library, which
stocks more than 3000 books and also Associate Professors
subscribes 15 research journals related to Dr. Naeem Ahmed
different areas of study. The Department has a Dr. Farhan Hanif Siddiqui
well-equipped computer lab, which provides
Assistant Professors
an access to online research journals and
Mr. Syed Amir Hameed
databanks to facilitate the research activities. Dr. Nausheen Wasi
Mr. Fahimuddin
Specific Research Areas Mr. Muhammad Faisal Awan
The faculty of International Relations consists
of highly qualified teachers. They have Lecturer
expertise in the area of International Mr. Amjad Ali
Relations Theories, Security Studies, Peace
Studies, International Law, Human Rights,
Confidence Building Measures, Arms Control
and Disarmament, Environmental Studies,
Conflict Resolution, South Asia, Middle East,
North America, and Russian & Central Asian
Studies.
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Department of
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Department of
Mass Communication
Introduction
Established as Department of Journalism in 1955
with a diploma course for working journalists, it
was renamed as Department of Mass
Communication in 1985. The department was
established with an aim to produce qualified and
trained journalists and media professional to cater
to the growing needs of the media industry. A
full-fledged M.A. program replaced the diploma
program in 1962 to modernize media education in Faculty Members
the country. Professors
Dr. Rafia Taj
Facilities Dr. Seemi Naghmana (Chaiperson)
The department has sufficiently equipped six
teaching and training labs, TV lab, news lab, Assistant Professors
advertising lab and two computer labs, (one each Ms. Samina Qureshi
for Urdu and English). The department runs FM Dr. Fouzia Naz
Radio channel which provides a training base for Dr. Sadia Mahmood
the students in radio broadcasting. Dr. Asmat Ara
Dr. Muhammad Usama Shafiq
Career Opportunities Dr. Naveed Iqbal Warsi
Students have wide job opportunities in the Dr. Syed Azfar Ali
growing industry including media and
advertising and public relations. Some of the Lecturers
students conveniently find positions in private Mr. Naveed Arshad
Ms. Raana Afzal
sector FM radio and TV channels and print
media even before passing out.
Program Available
Masters in Mass Communication
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Department of
Persian
Introduction Career Opportunities
The department of Persian was established in 1955 Students of this department continue to enter a
with a view to provide facilities for advanced variety of vocational fields, some of which are
studies and research in the fields of Persian CSS, Advertising, Media, Banking, Business,
language and literature with particular emphasis Translation / Interpreting, Teaching, Educational
on the literature produced in the Indo-Pak Administration & Research, News agencies,
subcontinent during the last nine centuries, and Foreign Ministry etc.
to familiarize the younger generation of this
country with the history, language and literature of
Iran. Professor Dr. Ghulam Sarwar was the
founder Chairman of the department.
Facilities
Seminar Library:
The seminar library holds a stock of more than
5000 books and 1500 journals. It also has a good
number of rare printed works, audiotapes and discs.
Besides, the personal collections of the teachers,
Faculty Members
which exceed 2000 titles, are also available to the
Associate Professor
readers within the premises of the department. Dr. Shehla Salim Noori (Chairperson)
Additional Language Support Classes:
The department of Persian also arranges special Assistant Professors
Ms. Salma Latif
conversational classes, which aim at developing
Dr. Ramzan Bamari
the Persian speaking power of the student with
Dr. Faizeh Zehra Mirza
correct pronunciation and accent. The department Dr. Muhammad Nazir
has recently acquired necessary audiovisual
equipment for this purpose. Lecturers
Mrs. Faiza Khatoon
Seminar/Lecture Program: Ms. Bilquees
The co-curricular program also involves seminars
and lectures delivered by renowned scholars on
topics mostly relating to Persian language and
literature. These programs aim at enhancing the
academic capability and talents of the students.
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Department of
Political Science
Introduction Career Opportunities
The department of Political Science was In addition to teaching and research positions in
established in 1952. It has since then initiated academic settings, Political Science degree holders
programs for the award of research degrees of are prepared for careers at all levels of government
M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Political Science and its as well as journalism, International business,
allied fields. International risk analysis and Political campaign
The Department of Political Science has been organization their skills of surveys and statistical
playing an important role in the overall analysis is in high demand in the public and
development of the University. It has been the private sectors. Their knowledge and scientific
mother of the Department of International education on current affairs, both national and
Relations, Sociology and Public Administration. international, caters to the needs of the job
At present the department is second in the market especially competitive exams.
Faculty of Social Sciences, after Economics, in
terms of the number of students enrolled.
Facilities Faculty Members
The department has a fully functional Seminar Professors
Library with over 2000 books. Most of the books Dr. Muhammad Ahmed Qadri
(Dean Faculty of Social Sciences)
are recent publications in the subject in both
Dr. Nusrat Idrees
English and Urdu. The library also offers dailies,
Dr. Samina Saeed (Chairperson)
periodicals and research journals for reading to its
Dr. Summer Sultana
students. Moreover, there is a well equipped
specialized Library with latest books and Associate Professor
periodicals in all the areas relevant to Public Dr. Muhammad Ali
Policy. The Library maintains a reference section
which has a reasonable collection of books for Assistant Professors
ready reference. Thus the Library provides a Mr. Muhammad Kamran Khan
very supportive environment for research Dr. S. Shameel Ahmed Qadri
activities.
Lecturer
Computer Lab Mr. Mehboob Hassan Muqaddam
The Computer Lab is equipped with high speed
computers, printers and scanner facilities. These
computers are networked with a server and a
stand by server. Audio/ Visual aids including Programs Available
Masters in Political Science
multimedia option are used during
Masters in Public Policy
presentations/lectures. Internet access is also
Diploma in Public Policy (PGD) (Leading
available to the students. to M.A. in Public Policy)
Diploma in Local Government (DLG)
Specific Research Areas (Leading to Masters)
Global Politics, Political Economy, International
Relations, Comparative Politics, Islamic Political
System, Government and Politics of Pakistan,
For Further Enquiry
Western Political Theory, Foreign Policy Theory Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext- 2347/2342
and practice with reference to India, USA, UK, Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/politicalscience
China and the Muslim countries. Email: politicalscience@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Psychology
Introduction
The department of Psychology came into existence relationship, gender issues, community
in 1954 under the Chairmanship of Professor psychology, therapeutic techniques and
Dr. Qazi Aslam. It gradually attracted both diagnosis, organizational behavior, consumer
students and teachers with the result that teaching behavior, social and psychological issues.
and research psychologists like Dr. Haseen Uddin
Career Opportunities
Zuberi, Dr. S. M. Hafeez Zaid, Dr. Farrukh Z.
After doing Masters in Psychology (Clinical/
Ahmed, Dr. Afzal Imam and Dr. M. Wasim led the
Industrial/Educational /Investigative Psychology), the
department to its present academic heights. It has students can pursue careers in any of the following
now become one of the leading departments in fields:
the Faculty of Social Sciences. Organization Clinical Setup
Since 1956, the teaching and practice of Clinical Educational Institutes Law Enforcement
psychology has enjoyed popularity both amongst Agencies
teachers and students of the department. The Armed Forces etc. NGOs
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Department of
Sociology
Introduction Career Opportunities
The department of Sociology was established in I960. Sociologist are employed in industries, trade,
Sociology is the scientific study of the society and human association labor unions, foundations and fairly in large
behavior. This is the core discipline of social sciences. numbers by research organization and administration.
The study of sociology aims at analyzing the patterns, Newly emergent careers in many programs have
trends and attitudes of human behavior deriving their developed in recent years like, Training Program,
causes and predicting the future of the behavioral patterns Foreign aid program, Humanitarian Organization like
in society. The areas covered by sociology includes UN, national and international NGOs. Furthermore
community development, social organization, human sociologist and criminologist can work as hospital
management, health and medical aspects, industrial, management administrator, Public Administration
agricultural, rural and urban development, demography, Assistant, Rural health worker, Census Research
human rights, social psychology, social structure, Assistant, Consumer Researcher, Data Analyst,
economic development and interaction among different Demographer, Market Researcher, Statistician, Survey
people around the world. Research Technician, Correctional Counselor, Criminal
This field tries to examine the organizational structure of Investigator, Juvenile Court Worker, Parole Officer,
society and the influence it has on the social, political and Rehabilitation Counselor.
religious ideas of the members of society. It encompasses
the study of the organization and business it attempt to
analyze the reaction and management of social groups as Faculty Members
well the factors which lead to their break down.
Professors
Sociological research reveal, the multi faceted nature
Dr. Rana Saba Sultan
Social reality, its multiple causes and multiple effects
Dr. Sobia Anis Shahzad
provides us well sets of methods suitable for unraveling
the complexities of social life. The study of sociology Dr. Nabeel A. Zubairi (Chairman /Registrar
help us to determine which steps are most likely to lead UOK)
towards given goals.
To meet the academic demands of society, Programs in Associate Professors
Criminology and Population Sciences were initiated Dr. Naila Usman Siddiqui
under the umbrella of department of Sociology. Dr. Kausar Parveen
Graduates from the department have adopted a wide
range of careers. Most have excelled in their profession Assistant Professors
and have joined public and private institutions. The study
Dr. Munnaza Madani
in the department is well organized the teaching faculty
Mr. Amjad Javed
includes experienced Professors, including those with
degrees from foreign universities. Research work is a Dr. Kaneez Fatima Mamdani
hallmark of the department. Seminar and workshops are Lecturer
important characteristics of the department which are Ms. Nosheen Raza
organized frequently
Facilities
The seminar library contains over 3000 books, journals,
magazines and other national and international Programs Available
periodicals. The department has a well equipped Masters in Sociology
computer laboratory, which provides assistance in almost
Masters in Population Sciences
all aspects of the use of information processing facilities.
Ethnological Museum plays a pivotal role in the study of
art and culture. It contains more than 500 precious For Further Enquiry
artifacts and serves as a cultural laboratory. Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext- 2286
Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/sociology
Email: nazubairi@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Urdu
Introduction
The department of Urdu officially came into existence
in 1955 when the University of Karachi decided to
organize postgraduate classes in Urdu under its own
management instead of through the colleges.
At the time of its establishment. Moulvi Abdul Haq, Faculty Members
Baba-e-Urdu was made honorary Professor and the Professors
Chairman of the Department. Teaching responsibilities Dr. Uzma Farman Farooqui
were carried out by the teachers of local colleges. Later Dr. Zulqarnain Ahmed
Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Khan, a prominent scholar and Dr. Tanzim-ul-Firdaus (Chairperson)
Professor at Urdu College Karachi, was appointed both
as a cooperative teacher and as the Chairman of the Associate Professor
department. In the same year. Dr. Abul Lais Siddiqui Dr. Rauf Parekh
was appointed as a Reader and Chairman and
Dr. Abdul Qayyum, Dr. Syed Shah Ali, and Assistant Professors
Qudratullah Fatimi joined as lecturers. Ms. Rahat Afshan
Dr. Safia Aftab
With the valuable efforts and abilities of these teachers Ms. Uzma Hasan
and scholars, the department has kept making progress. Dr. Shama Afroz
The following famous academics have been associated Dr. Muhammad Sajid Khan
with the Urdu department. Dr. Syed Abul Khair
Kashfi, Dr. Farman Fatehpuri, Dr. Aslam Farrukhi, Lecturers
Prof. Jameel Akhtar Khan, Dr. Haneef Fauq, Mr. Muhammad Shakir
Dr.Younus Hasni, Shamim Ahmed, Prof. Sahar Mr. Muhammad Salman
Ansari, Dr. Vaqar Ahmed Rizvi, Dr. Sidiqa Arman, Mr. Muhammad Rashid Ali Khan
Dr. Moinuddin Aqeel, Dr. Zafar Iqbal and Dr. Uzma
Farman.
The department of Urdu has a prominent position in
the University of Karachi for research. Over 80 people
have completed their Ph.D. research program and
approximately twelve projects are in progress. Programs Available
M.A.
In addition to regular teaching and lectures, co- Certificate & Diploma Courses:
curricular literary and academic activities and One Year Professional Certificate Course
gatherings are also held frequently. (Teaching of Urdu)
One Year Certificate Course of Urdu Language
Career Opportunities for Foreigners
Teaching One Year Diploma Course of Urdu Language
Print and Electronic Media for Foreigners (Only those Foreign students are
Research eligible who have successfully completed their
Academic Organizations certificate course for Urdu Language)
Advertising (Copy Writing)
Creative Writing, etc.
For Further Enquiry
Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext-2287
Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/urdu
Email: urdu@uok.edu.pk
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Centre of Excellence for
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Department of
Education
Introduction
Department of Education was established in 1984.
The main goal of the department is to prepare
human capital in the field of education as teachers,
educators, educational leaders and researchers.
Innovative methods of teaching and learning,
emerging techniques of research and material
development in the field of education have made
this department parallel with that of the
international standards.
Facilities
The department of Education has a seminar library
containing latest books on almost all the disciplines
of Education. Moreover, the library also contains
extensive resource material for research at all levels
of higher education. The department also offers Faculty Members
hands on training on the latest equipments used in Assistant Professors
presenting research findings to the large audience. Dr. Rizwana Munir (In Charge)
Dr. Naila Siddiqua
Career Opportunities Dr. Azizunnisa
Education is an important discipline in Social
Sciences and Humanities. Therefore, graduated
students of Education have ample opportunities in
the competitive job market. Research Industry,
Media, Career Counseling, Schools, Teacher
Training Institutes, Human Resource Development
Centres, Professional institutes, UNICEF,
UNESCO and NGO based organizations will be the
possible job market for the graduates of Education
department.
Specific Research Areas
Research Methods in Education
Educational Psychology
Teaching Strategies
Behavioral Management
Curriculum Development
Trends and Issues in Education
Comparative Education Program Available
Classroom Assessment, Test Development and Masters in Education
Evaluation
Guidance and Counseling For Further Enquiry
Foundations of Education Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext- 2267
School Management and Community Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/education
Development. Email: education@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Special Education
Introduction
The vision of the Department of Special Education Vocational Education
is that of an inclusive society in which all Educational programming
individuals are afforded equal access and Issues in Special Education
opportunities that improve the quality of life. The Audiology
mission of the department is to create such a Management and Leadership
society through innovative and collaborative
personnel preparation, research and scholarly Career Opportunities
activity, and advocacy. The goal of the A career in Special Education is very rewarding.
Department of Special Education is to provide Careers for graduates from the Special Education
university students with information and skills in department include teachers within general or
working with persons with disabilities. The special education settings, early intervention
department provides Baccalaureate and Post educators, adult service/workforce providers, for
Baccalaureate degrees in Special Education that positions in clinical settings and careers with
prepares educators to become eligible for working organization serving individuals with disabilities.
in Special Education. Our faculty and staff are Those in the Ph. D program often enter faculty
committed to preparing educators who desire to positions in higher education. Programs are
help children reach their potential. Prepare to designed for students who desire to enter
make a difference. educational and human services professions.
Facilities
The department has lecturer and seminar rooms. Faculty Members
audio visual room, as well as seminar library with Professors
most recent books. The department has equipment Dr. Shagufta Shahzadi
which provides practical work facilities to students Dr. Nasir Sulman (Dean Faculty of Education)
as well as exposure of practical teaching at special
schools. Assistant Professors
Dr. Humera Aziz (Chairperson)
Specific Research Areas Dr. Afshan Rahat
Five Major Disabilities (Visual Dr. Saira Saleem
Impairment, Learning Disabilities, Hearing Dr. Shaista Naz
Impairment, Physical Handicap, Mental
Retardation). Lecturers
Ms. Sahar Yasmeen
Disabilities and Psychology
Ms. Saba Suleman
High & low incidence disability
Professional services (Occupational
Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy). Programs Available
Teaching strategy (Curriculum Planning, B-Ed. in Special Education
Assessment and Management). Diploma in Audiology and Speech
Early Intervention Pathology(PGD)
Behavior Management Diploma in Inclusive Education (PGD)
Rehabilitation and Community Diploma in Special Education(PGD)
Inclusive Education
For Further Enquiry
Teachers Development
Telephone: 99261085 (Direct)
Guidance & Counseling Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/specialeducation
Email: specialeducation@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Teacher Education
Introduction
The Department of Teacher Education is a newly Research Methods in Education
established program at the University of Karachi. School Management
The Department offers B.Ed.(Hons.) program for Curriculum Development
the first time bringing a change in the scenario of Trends and contemporary issues in
Teacher Education in the country. The department Education
aims at providing high quality teachers in line with Comparative Education
National Professional Standards for Teachers in
Pakistan for developing teachers for 21st century
as reflective professionals.
Facilities
The program is being run under the supervision of
Dean, Faculty of Education, University of
Karachi. The program has a seminar library with
all recent reading materials and teacher aids.
Further to it, the students enrolled in the program
can take benefit from all centralized student
support services available at the University of
Karachi. Faculty Members
Assistant Professors
Career Opportunities Dr. Safia Urooj (In charge)
Teaching is one of the largest professions with Dr. Imtiaz Ahmad
ample opportunities for Continuous Professional Dr. Muhammad Asim
Development. B.Ed. (Hons.) is pre-service degree
for prospective teachers. The graduates of this Lecturer
program can serve at beginner, mid-career and Mr. Intizar Hussain
senior professional career ladder such as
Elementary and Secondary School Teachers,
Academic Coordinators, Educational Evaluators,
Educational Managers, Curriculum Developers,
Educational Researchers, Teacher Educators and
Master Trainers, both at Government and NGO
levels.
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Department of
Islamic Learning
Introduction Career Opportunities
Department of Islamic Learning is one of the Students passing out from this department provide
oldest departments of the University of Karachi their services to educational institutions, research
and was founded in 1954 to fulfill the need of institutes, religious institutions and armed forces.
scholars of Islamic studies in various institutions
of Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The department
aims to promote the study of Islamic thoughts and
offers an opportunity to study Islam on Graduate
and Post- Graduate level. The M. Phil. and Ph.D.
program in the department of Islamic learning
covers the general areas of Islamic Studies with
special focus on the modern and contemporary
issues. The area of Islamic thought, Islamic
Economics, Comparative Religion, Islamic
Sociology and Muslim Political thought are also
be pursued in the Ph.D. Program. Faculty Members
Associate Professor
The department is situated in a beautiful building
Dr. Zahid Ali Zahidi (Chairman)
of Islamic Studies near Masjid-i-Ibrahim. In this
department students are learning Islamic sciences Assistant Professors
like Tafseer, Hadith, Seerah, History, Islamic Dr. Nasiruddin
Jurisprudence, Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence, Dr. Taj Muhammad
Mysticism, Ethics, Philosophy and Arabic. The Dr. Muhammad Atif Aslam
department is producing scholars for educational, Dr. Jawad Haider
religious and social institutions for the country and Dr. Umair Mahmood Siddiqui
abroad.
Facilities
The Seminar Library provides a valuable resource
of bibliographical and reference works, news
sources, and current periodicals on Islam and
Muslim World.
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Department of
Quran-o-Sunnah
Introduction
The Department was established in 2000. Master's
Degree Program is available in this department.
All the Students who have passed B.A. or
Shahadat-ul-Aliya from Wafaqul Madaris and
other Madaris are eligible for admission. Those
candidates who have done only Shahadat-ul-Aliya
are required to submit complete equivalence
certificate issued by the University of Karachi.
Program Available
Masters in Quran-o-Sunnah
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Department of
Commerce
Introduction
The department of Commerce has been
imparting quality research oriented business
education since 1974. In order to keep pace
with the dynamic world of business and
business education, the department of
Commerce has brought a change in its
curriculum which is in compliance with the
courses which are demanded in the business
world. The students are capable of acquiring
good jobs both at national and international
level.
Faculty Members
The department has been instrumental in Professor
providing candidates with thorough Dr. Tahir Ali
knowledge and understanding of the principles (Dean Faculty of Management and
of commerce and business. Administrative Sciences)
Programs Available
M.Com. (General)
M.Com. (Insurance)
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Karachi University
Business School
Introduction Career Opportunities
Karachi University Business School (KUBS) was Great opportunities in the field of Banking,
established in 1999-2000 after Institute of Business Finance, and Marketing in national and
Administration (IBA a constituent of University of
multinational organizations are available and our
Karachi) was declared autonomous degree awarding
graduates are in great demand and highly paid jobs
institution.
are offered to them with swift placement.
KUBS within short period of time has become well
established institution with good reputation and high Note:
image in the business world. KUBS is presently Admission in BS(Business Administration) will be
offering a number of programs, namely BBA Four granted on the basis of Aptitude Test and minimum
Years (Morning), MBA Three & Half Years qualifying marks in the Test is 50 %
(Morning), MBA Executive Two & Half Years, BS Weightage for preparation of merit list is:
(Business Administration) two years after graduation Academic Record 50% + Aptitude Test 50 %
in Evening and MS program. KUBS is also provides After successful completion of two years
wide ranging exemption from different renowned BS (Business Administration), the candidate will
be eligible for Admission in 1.5 years MBA.
bodies.
The mission of KUBS is to educate the leaders who
make a difference in this time of extraordinary
change throughout the world. We, at KUBS, are Faculty Members
committed to impart general management education Associate Professors
focusing on building a deep understanding of Dr. Danish Ahmed Siddiqui (Chairman)
business, teaching with skill and passion. We intend Dr. Muhammad Asim
to imbibe a spirit of entrepreneurship and creativity Assistant Professors
among our students and prepare them for a global Ms. Shahnaz Baloch
community that is increasingly reliant on technology. Mr. Shameel Ahmed Zubairi
Mr. Sheikh M. Fakhre Alam Siddiuqi
KUBS was recently awarded the Asias 2nd Best
Business School Award under the category of Lecturers
Innovation Leadership Award for its tremendous Ms. Kausar Qureshi
contribution to the field of Business Management in Ms. Syeda Nazneen Waseem
the form of its high achieving graduates who are Mr. Omer Ahmed Sheikh
working in various reputable organizations across the Mr. Sohaib Uz Zaman
globe. Business schools from 25 countries were Ms. Sarah Anjum
nominated and awarded under various categories. Ms. Sidrah Farooq
Mr. Hammad Zafar
Facilities Mr. Muhammad Muzzamil
Karachi University Business School (KUBS) is
located in new spacious well equipped purpose build
building. KUBS provides industry specific learning
Program Available
experience based on Pakistan business environment.
BS (Business Administration)
A large number of books can be subscribed by (Two Years Program after Graduation)
the departmental library. Students can also consult
Dr. Mahmood Hussain Library that has a good For Further Enquiry
number of books on business and professional Telephone: (Direct) 99261185
journals. KUBS also house a well established Ph.D. Website: www.uok.edu.pk
& Research Program. Email: kubs@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Public Administration
Introduction
The department of Public Administration prepares
exceptional students for leadership positions in
government, business and civil society. With its
academic programs emphasizing academic
excellence and practical orientation, the
department has quickly occupied a unique
position in the University of Karachi after being
established formally as a department in the year Faculty Members
1995. The objective of DPA is to approach the Professors
issues relating to the stewardship of common Dr. Akhtar Baloch
goods with an interdisciplinary approach, at tries (on lien as VC at Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari)
to work at the intersection of economics, business, Dr. Khalid M. Iraqi
law, political and social sciences. Dr. S. Shabib ul Hasan (Chairman)
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Department of
Pharmaceutics
Introduction
The department covers 24 courses spread over five community as one of the beneficial members of the
years of Pharm-D. program. The department is society, in pharmaceutical industries that has the
actively involved in pharmaceutical research that largest proportion of openings in different
covers all aspects of pharmaceutical sciences departments of the industry. Similarly, he could also
offering M.Pharm and Ph.D. programs. Till date, the join governmental jobs where he regulates the drug
department has produced 69 M. Phil. and 11 Ph.D. portfolio and establishes policies regarding the drug
scholars in different disciplines of pharmaceutics. usage and regulatory matters, in pharmaceutical
journalism, in academia where he would be in a
The department of Pharmaceutics has its history as highly prestigious assignment to train and produce
old as the history of the faculty of pharmacy itself. more pharmacists. A pharmacist would also find
The Faculty of Pharmacy was first founded in 1964 good opportunities in research and development
as a department under the faculty of science in where one can satisfy his eager to participate in
University of Karachi by the now known as Father pharmaceutical research as a scientist. And that is
of Pharmacy Professor Dr. S.M.S. Zoha. In the year not all; there are too many job opportunities and
1973, in which the status of the department was career enhancing chances for pharmacist abroad.
approved as a faculty with four distinctive
departments one of which was the department of
pharmaceutics. Faculty Members
Professor
Facilities
Dr. Muhammad Harris Shoaib (Chairman)
Laboratories
Research Laboratories Associate Professors
Computer Laboratory Dr. S. M. Farid Hassan
Seminar Library Dr. Rabia Ismail Yousuf
Dr. Iyad Naeem Muhammad
Specific Research Areas
Dr. Farya Zafar
Formulation Development
Formulation optimization and Assistant Professors
improvisation Mrs. Sabahat Jabeen
Pharmaceutical Microbiology Ms. Rehana
Novel drug delivery system
Nanotechnology Lecturers
Bio-Pharmaceutics Ms. Sadaf Farooqui
Bioavailability Mr. Kamran Ahmed
Physical Pharmacy Ms. Faaiza Qazi
Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice Ms. Hafsa Nasar
Ms. Tazeen Hussain
Career Opportunities Mr. Farrukh Rafiq Ahmed
The scope of pharmacy all over the world is very
promising in which the graduate in pharmacy find
himself in a very prestigious and professional Program Available
status to serve the society in different disciplines M. Pharm
of the field as a health care professional. After
obtaining graduation degree from the faculty of
pharmacy the students have the opportunity to join For Further Enquiry
hospitals where they would be drug experts taking Telephone: 99261300-07
right decisions about the safe use ofmedicine, in Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/pharmaceutics
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Department of
Pharmacology
Introduction Career Opportunities
The department of Pharmacology has been one of After completion of M. Phil./Ph.D. in the field of
the important departments in the Faculty of Pharmacology successful, candidates will have
Pharmacy since 1973, not only sharing a major career opportunities in the following areas:
load at the under graduate level but also preparing Research
students to fill the gap by suitably qualified Education
manpower in the field of Pharmacology at Post Hospital Pharmacy
graduate levels. The current expansion of the Clinical Pharmacy
graduate programs in the areas of pharmacology Pharmaceutical Industry
including Neuropharmacology, Toxicology and
Drug regulatory bodies
Biochemical Pharmacology would expected to
place the department among high research ranking
departments in the University of Karachi.
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Department of
Pharmacognosy
Introduction
This department was established under faculty of spectrophotometer, PCR, HPLC, lyophilizer,
pharmacy in 1973. Since inception the department rotary evaporator, incubator, oven, flash
has been serving as back bone for the various chromatography, distillation assembly, two
branches of pharmaceutical sciences. channel recorder, Plethysmometer, Analgesia
meter, soxhlet apparatus.
Pharmacognosy derives its origin from two Greek
words, pharmakon(drug), and gnosis (knowledge).
It is the study of natural bioactive substances Specific Research Areas
obtained from terrestrial and marine plants, Natural products, clinical studies, standardization
animals, microbes and minerals, for their physical, of herbal products, formulations, isolation of
chemical, biochemical and biological properties, natural products, analysis of marine and terrestrial
their taxonomy and ethnobiology. Pharmacognosy, flora and fauna, ethnopharmacognosy, natural
one of the major areas of pharmaceutical sciences, toxicants, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals.
is a highly interdisciplinary science, linked to
phytochemistry, microbial chemistry, biosynthesis, Career Opportunities
biotransformation, chemotax-onomy, biotech- The graduates from the various programs offered
nology and other biological and chemical sciences. can work in both modern and herbal
Research in Pharmacognosy provides for the pharmaceutical organizations, ministry of health,
discovery of lead compounds for drug WHO, various drug regulatory bodies, research
development, new methods of analysis for drugs, organizations and teaching institutions.
toxins and herbal preparations.
The objective of the department of
Pharmacognosy is to educate students about the Faculty Members
natural sources of drugs, their pharma- Professor
cognostic and phytopharmacological attributes, Dr. Iqbal Azhar
chemical and spectroscopic profile of isolated (Dean Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences)
molecules and their development as modern Associate Professor
pharmaceutical products. Dr. Muhammad Mohtasheem ul Hasan
During the past five decades it shared with the (Chairman)
other departments to produce more than 5000 B. Assistant Professor
Pharm and about 1719 Doctor of Pharmacy Ms. Farah Mazhar
graduates. The department of Pharmacognosy
Lecturers
always endeavored to promote higher education
Mr. Salman Ahmed
this resulted in 58 M. Pharm, 37 M. Phil and 40
Ms. Safia Abidi
Ph.D. graduates. The active faculty members
collectively produced more than 28 books, wrote
hundreds of research papers in well reputed
journals at national and international levels. Program Available
M. Pharm.
Facilities
The department has one lab at under graduate level For Further Enquiry
and two graduate level labs. These are Telephone: 99261300-06 Ext- 2202
well equipped to conduct the lab work at Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/pharmacognosy
both levels. The students can work on latest Email: pharmacognosy@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Applied Physics
Introduction Facilities
The Applied Physics department was established in There has been continuous up gradation of laboratories in
1971. The objective was to teach and train student to the department. In addition to general purpose
meet the growing technological needs of the industries laboratories where students perform experiments on
of Pakistan in the area of Applied Physics. Over the circuits based on Analog and Digital Electronics, separate
years emphasis has shifted toward Electronics and laboratories are established for training. These include
semiconductor technology because of the growing Computer Laboratory which is equipped with latest
demand of technologically advanced industries in branded computers connected through LAN.
Pakistan. The syllabus has been continually updated to Communication Laboratory has trainers to train students
keep abreast with development in the technology. on Microwave and Optical fiber communication systems.
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is equipped with
Our objective is to prepare students to take-on PLCs from Siemnes and Ge-Fanuc. Students use Software
challenges of the fast growing technologies in the field and Hardware simulators to develop and verify programs.
of Electronics and Semiconductors. The curriculum Cargo lift, Conveyor belt and process models have been
provides in depth understanding of the subject such as developed indigenously that are controlled by the PLC.
Analog and Digital Electronics, Industrial Electronics, Embedded systems laboratory is facilitated with
Semiconductor Devices, Communication systems software and hardware tools such as VHDL, Electronic
including Microwave and optical fiber communi- Design automation to develop embedded systems.
cations. Computer Controlled (CNC) PCB prototyping machine,
Microprocessor / Microcontroller and Digital Signal Logic Analyzer, FPGA and DSP kits are available for
processors (DSP) are hubs of intelligent electronic development of applications. Semiconductor Research
systems including computers and almost all state-of- Lab, has instruments such as thin film coating unit, CV
the-art equipment used in communications, Industrial analyzer, Spectrometer, Lock-In-Amplifiers etc. for
and Medical applications use these devices. A research in the field of semiconductor.
comprehensive scheme of study and applications is
provided for these subjects. Faculty Members
To teach practical aspect of electronics and give hands-
Assistant Professors
Ms. Farida Farrukh
on experience, laboratories have been equipped with
latest equipments. Students are required to spend a Mr. Abid Hussain (In Charge)
considerable time in the laboratories to develop in Mr. Arshad Hussain
depth understanding of the subject they study in Dr. Zeeshan Alam Nayyar
classes. For this purpose separate laboratory courses Mr. Zia-ur-Rehman
are designed. The laboratory training begins with Lecturers
circuits related to basis Analog Electronics, Mr. Faisal Rafique
progressively perform experiments on Digital Mr. Syed Mamnoon Akhter
Electronics, Industrial Electronics and finally develop a Mr. Syed Naseer Akhter
single board computer based on microcontroller. The
Ms. Nazia Sadiq
student are also trained on Programmable Logic
Ms. Ambreen Insaf
Controllers (PLC) through the use of software and
hardware simulators. Similarly, they are trained in the
field of communication using Communication training Program Available
kits.
M.Sc. in Applied Physics with specialization in
Electronics.
Career Opportunities
A wide range of employment opportunities are
available to the graduates of the Applied Physics, from For Further Enquiry
public sector organizations to multinational and Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext. 2258/2564
national industries and research organizations. Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/appliedphysics
Email: fafarrukh@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Botany
Introduction Specific Research Areas
The department of Botany was established in 1953. The Faculty members are working in six specialized fields of
University at that time was located on Chand Bibi Road, plant sciences and are endeavoring to enhance knowledge
near Civil Hospital Karachi. When the University moved of plant world. Following are the specific research areas:
to its present premises on 18th January 1960, the 1. Classical Taxonomy, Chemosystematics, Cytogenetics
department of Botany was initially located in two and Medicinal plants.
barracks. The present building of the department of 2. Plant Anatomy and Plant Tissue Culture.
Botany with laboratories, lecture rooms and an 3. Phycology, Marine Botany and Economic Importance
auditorium was built in the late 1960s. of Seaweed.
The department offers over 70 different courses at 4. Mycology, Plant Pathology, Fungal Biotechnology,
undergraduate and post graduate levels to cater to the Plant microbe interaction and Diagnosis of
human resource requirements for teaching and research in emerging and re-emerging plant diseases.
the fields of education, agriculture, environmental NGO's, 5. Plant Physiology, Plant enzymology, Biosaline
pharmaceutical and other industries. In the first and Agriculture, Stress Physiology and phenomics.
second year the students begin by taking Botany as a 6.Plant Ecology, Dendrochronology and Environmental
major subject together with two subsidiary subjects in Pollution, Halophytes utilization.
other departments of the University. Starting with the
diversity of plant life, an outline of the classification of Member of the teaching staff have completed about 50
plants, their identification, structure and function, it research projects with the support of national and
continues with genetic basis of variation and evolution of international funding agencies. Currently several research
plants. projects are in progress. More than 2500 research papers
In the 3rd and 4th years, instead of subsidiary subjects, have been published in journals of international repute by
they are required to study major subjects within the field the teachers and researchers of the Department. The
of Botany. In M.Sc. Final, the students specialize in one Pakistan Journal of Botany and International Journal of
of the branches of Botany, which include: Applied Biology and Biotechnology are also published from the
Botany, Mycology & Plant Pathology, Plant Physiology, Department of Botany, University of Karachi.
Plant Ecology, Phycology & Marine Botany and Plant
Taxonomy. Faculty Members
Professors
Career Opportunities Dr. Syed Ehtesham ul Haque (Chairman)
Specialization in different branches of plant sciences Dr. Aliya Rehman Dr. Raiha Qadri
offered by the department is helpful in getting jobs in Dr. Shahnaz Dawar Dr. Rubina Abid
agriculture based organizations, teaching in various
colleges and universities and in environmental NGOs like Associate Professors
WWF and IUCN Dr. Seemi Aziz
Dr. Zamin Shaheed Siddiqui
Facilities Dr. Sharf-un-Nahar
The Department has well equipped laboratories for Assistant Professors
undergraduate, graduate, post graduate and PhD studies Mrs. Rubina Iqbal Dr. Neelofar Hamid
and a vast collection of books and research papers in the Dr. Sadaf Gul Dr. M. Fahim Siddiqui
Seminar library. Department of Botany has also Dr. Laila Shahnaz Dr. Naeem Ahmed
established computer lab for fast track searching of study Mrs. Amna Ahmed Dr. Muhammad Azeem
materials. It provides facilities to students for research on Dr. Aisha Begum Ms. Maria Hamid
topics related to different fields of plants sciences. The
Karachi University Herbarium in the Department of
Botany has a vast collection of plant specimens Program Available
collected from different regions of Pakistan, in addition M.Sc. in Botany
to a large collection of specimens of algae and fungi.
Department of Botany has established Shameel memorial
library, Stress physiology and phenomics center and For Further Enquiry
Biosaline research lab and experimental field for research Telephone: 9926261300-6 Ext. 2288
and productivity. Website: www.uok.edu.pk/botany
Email: botany@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Chemistry
Introduction
Chemistry is a noble central science which helps to spectrometers, HPLC, GC, GC-MS nuclear magnetic
understand the origin of life and suggest ways to use non- resonance spectrometer as well as some other modern
living things for giving comfort to life. To train the young instruments. These and other instruments were acquired
generation and to direct their approach to accomplish this through a generous grant of Rs.39.95 million provided by the
task easily, it is necessary to make the students understand Higher Education Commission. The department of chemistry
the principles underlying the composition, structure and has a internet available in almost every teachers
properties of substances along with the transformation that room/research lab. Which is to the central facility through a
they undergo. It is therefore obvious that chemical fiber-optic link. Furthermore, the department also has a well
orientation cannot be imparted in isolation and his to be equipped computer lab for 45 students.
developed through a cocktail of physics and biology on one
hand and engineering and applied sciences on the other. The
Department of Chemistry, University of Karachi is well
equipped for pursuing this goal having skilled and proficient
faculty, well equipped laboratories and other infrastructure. Faculty Members
Professors
The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest Dr. Dilshad Waqar (Chairperson) Dr. Nasreen Fatima
departments of University of Karachi. When the university Dr. Majid Mumtaz Dr. Rahat Sultana
was shifted to its present location, the department occupied Dr. Hajra Tahir Dr. Rehana Saeed
one of the few newly constructed buildings and is still Dr. M. Nasir Uddin Khan Dr. Rafia Saeed
housed there for the last 63 years.
Associate Professors
Career Opportunities Dr. Sumayya Saied Dr. Firdous
A person with a B.Sc.(Hons.)/M.Sc. degree in Chemistry has Dr. Itrat Anis Dr. Uzma Ashiq
a wide choice of employment opportunities especially in one Dr. Shaista Perveen Dr. Shaikh Mohiuddin
of the many industries listed below and research institutions
that are emerging in the country. These include the; Textile Assistant Professors
Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Clinical Laboratories, Oil Dr. Masooda Qadri Mr. Muti ur Rehman
Refineries, Chemical Industry, Paint Industry, Cement Dr. Munawar Rashid Dr. Rashida Perveen
Industry, Beverages & Food Product Industry, Analytical & Dr. Reifat Ara Jamal Dr. Shazia Nisar
Instrumental Service, agencies, Polymer Industry. Dr. Zahida Kareem Dr. Imran Ali Hashmi
Dr. Humaira Bano Dr. Naushaba Rafiq
Specific Research Areas Dr. Raheela Naz Dr. Tehseen Ahmed
Analytical, Inorganic, Industrial, Organic, Physical, Environ- Dr. Summayya Masood Dr. Erum Zahir
mental, Pharmaceutical, Clinical and Polymer Chemistry. Dr. Zahid Hussain Dr. Syed Nawazish Ali
Dr. Azhar Siddiqui Dr. Qurat-ul Ain
Facilities Ms. Hamida Sultan Muhammad
There was several libraries in the University of Karachi,
which hold chemistry books and related technical journals. Lecturers
These include Department of Chemistrys own Seminar Mr. Agha Arsalan Wasim Mr. Mohsin Ali
Library. This library has a stock of about 10,000 books and Mr. M. Asad Khan Tanoli Ms. Saba
research journals on various fields of chemistry. The
Department of Chemistry is equipped with many modern
instruments for training of students for challenging careers
and research. These include, pH/Ion meters, conductometers,
polarimeters, refractometers, potentiometers, electrochemical Program Available
analyzers, HPLC, atomic absorption spectrometers, UV- M.Sc. in Chemistry
Visible spectrophotometers, FTIR Spectrometers, Guoy
Balance for magnetic susceptibility measurements, flame
photometers, computers, deionizers, analytical balances, For Further Enquiry
ovens, furnaces, centri-fuges as well as a substantial stock of Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2290
glassware and chemicals. A modern instrument laboratory
Website: www.chemuok.edu.pk
has been furnished to house the new atomic absorption
Email: chemistry@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Computer Science
Introduction
AI and Soft Computing Laboratory
Since its inception, 32 years ago, the Department of
Computer Science is imparting quality education in various Database and Information System Laboratory
Computer Science, Information Technology and related Graphics , Vision and Image Processing Laboratory
disciplines. The Department of Computer Science was General purpose Computing Laboratory
established by a resolution of Academic Council in its
meeting held on November 27, 1984 and began functioning
Seminar Library
The department also provides an in-house seminar library
in the academic year 1985-86 by offering a two year degree
facility which contains more than a thousand books on
program, Master of Computer Science (MCS). Then in 1996
computer science/IT and related disciplines along with IT/CS
department start offering 4 year undergraduate program BS
magazines, international research journals and periodicals.
(Computer Science), and a two year graduate program MS
(Computer Science) as well as Ph.D. (Computer Science).
The Department is also offering BS (Software Engineering)
Specific Research Areas
More than 300 Research Articles have been published by
since last 16 years.
faculty members of this department. The department has also
Alumni of the department are not only serving top produced Ph.Ds during the past few years and over 25
international and national organizations, governments, candidates are on their way to the completion of their MS
science and technology institutions and other public and (CS) and Ph.D. (Computer Science) research work. Our
private sectors but also playing their active role in research areas include: Artificial Intelligence, machine
development and research. Many of them have created learning, Advance Database systems (temporal and fuzzy),
unconventional state of art solution needed by industry; own Management Information System, Computer Networks,
University-Spinoff companies, authors of books published Network Security, Parallel & Distributed Computing,
by world renowned publishers. Natural Language Processing, Computer Graphics, Image
Processing, Pattern Recognition, Data Mining and Cloud
The faculty and alumni have published and presented Computing.
hundreds of research papers in reputed journals and
conferences.
Faculty Members
Career Opportunities Associate Professors
Excellent career opportunities exist for the graduates of Dr. M. Sadiq Ali Khan (Chairman)
Department of Computer Science. More than 80% of Dr. Nadeem Mahmood
graduates are immediately hired by top ranking software
houses and other institutions. Top software houses are in
contact with the department and conduct job tests and hire
Assistant Professors
Mr. Badar Sami Dr. Syed Jamal Husain
students even before their graduation. We are proud that our
graduates are working in top international organizations and Dr. Tahseen Ahmed Jilani Dr. Muhammad Saeed
there are graduates who become entrepreneur and running Mr. Hussain Saleem Mr. Syed Asim Ali
their own entrepreneurial businesses. Mr. S. M. Khalid Jamal Dr. Syed M. Zain Abbas
Mr. Farhan Ahmed Siddiqui Dr. Humera Tariq
Facilities
Lecturers
Computing Facilities Ms. Erum Shahid Mr. Muhammad Sajid
The new building of the Department of Computer Science
Mr. Jameel Ahmed Mr. M. Naveed Anwar
(UBIT) is fully equipped with latest technology for students
Ms. Shaista Rais Mr. Taha Bin Niaz
to get hands-on experience on different platforms of both
hardware and software fields of computer science. Each lab Mrs. Madiha Khurram Pasha Ms. Humera
is equipped with latest high end user computing facilities. Ms. Maryam Feroz
The internet facility is available round the clock in all the
labs, which enables students and faculty members to keep in Program Available
touch with the latest trends in academic and the corporate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences
world. The department is continuously upgrading the (PGDCIS)
computing infrastructure according to the market demands.
Following labs are functioning in the department.
Physics Laboratory For Further Enquiry
Electronics Laboratory Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext. 2462/3462
Networking Laboratory Website: www.uok.edu.pk/dcs-ubit
Software Engineering Laboratory Email: info@uok.edu.pk
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Institute of
Environmental Studies
Introduction Specific Research Areas
The subject of environmental studies is interdisciplinary, in which Global Climate Change and its impacts in Pakistan
the relationships of humans with their physical, biological and Capable of designing and developing low cost wastewater
social environments are discoursed. The subject provides an treatment and disposal systems for small and medium size
integrated approach to the understanding and the solution of the communities.
environmental issues that range from the human community health Agriculture sustainability through the use of treated
to the global climate change. The subject emphasizes the importance wastewater.
of sustainable development to ensure the continuous supply of Treatment of water for potable use
materials and constant removal of wastes and recovery from
Public health aspects of wastewater treatment, disposal and
the damages that occurs due to human's activities, particularly
after Industrial Revolution. reuse.
The Institute of Environmental Studies was founded in 1982 for Wastewater reclamation technology in hot climate for
developing the human resources to address the environmental agriculture and fish culture.
issues of the country. This is the oldest institute in the field Capable of developing environmental health programme for
of environmental studies. Initially the institute offered M. Phil monitoring and surveillance of water supply and sanitation.
and Ph. D. Programmes. Later, in 1996, the Evening Programme Industrial pollution control and management.
was started for offering M.Sc. degree. Currently the Institute Environmental hygiene (food and water hygiene and safety)
of Environmental Studies offers B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., M.Phil, and Environmental Impact Assessment
Ph.D. degrees in both the Evening and the Morning Programmes. So Marine pollution and control
far, the Institute has produced five Ph.D. scholars and hundreds of
Ecological studies
M.Sc. graduates. The Institute's graduates are currently serving in a
number of national and international organizations. Biodegradation of hazardous waste
The Institute provides air-conditioned lecture halls, Urban forestry and urban greening
laboratories, audio-visual facilities for the students. The Coastal and Marine Conservation
Institute enjoys focal position on a number of environmental Air and noise pollution
issues and activities for many national and international Ocean-atmosphere process and biological productivity
organizations such as WHO, UNEP, IUCN, WWF, LEADS etc. The Environmental Remote Sensing
Institute has organized many national and international workshops
and seminars in collaboration with the Higher Education
Commission and the Ministry of Health and Environment. The Faculty Members
Institute has many Ph. D. faculty members which regularly publish Professors
their research works in various national and international journals. Dr. Tariq Masood Ali Khan
Apart from regular teaching and research, the Institute has been Dr. Omm-e-Hani (Director)
regularly organizing short-term training activities for in-service
personnel and for those who are involved in research and Dr. Moazzam Ali Khan
development programmes. The Mission of the Institute is to produce
highly skilled man-power who could handle contemporary Associate Professor
environmental issues and well-being of mankind, disseminate, apply Dr. Seema Jeelani
and use knowledge of environment and related fields to meet
the basic human needs for the improvement of environmental Assistant Professors
quality and to meet the Millennium Development Goals (MDG). Dr. Zafar Iqbal Shams Ms. Suraiya Jabeen
Dr. Waqar Ahmed Dr. Amir Alamgir
Career Opportunities
After completing the B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., M.Phil, and Ph.D. Lecturers
degree programmes, the graduate would be able to take up Ms. Noor Fatima
managerial, technical and consultative responsibilities in various
Ms. Humaira Kanwal
industries, multinational companies, civic agencies, consulting
firms, environmental health laboratories and organizations,
educational and research institutions and environmental
protection agencies (EPAs). The Evening Programme of the
Programs Available
Institute provides an excellent opportunity for the in-service
professionals, particularly those who are engaged in any M.Sc. in Environmental Studies
environment related occupation to enhance their education and Diploma in Environmental Sciences (PGD)
understanding of the subject.
Facilities For Further Enquiry
The Institute is equipped with advanced laboratories, an updated Telephone: 99261300-06, Ext-2305
library and modern equipments that help in researching on the 99261386 (Direct)
global issues.
Website: www.uok.edu.pk/research_institutes/ies
Email: ies@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Geography
Introduction Facilities
The Department of Geography is one of the pioneer departments
Department of geography has
in the University of Karachi, established in November 1952. Building (Housed in 21 rooms including Lecture rooms)
Internationally recognized geographers and teachers including Remote Sensing Lab.
the young and enthusiastic faculty members have eminently GISLab. with Server Room
served the Department since its inception. The Department has an Cartography Lab.
excellent academic history, which started with Prof. Dr.Manik B.
Seminar Library
Pithawala as the first Chairman (leading author of local
Survey Equipment Store
geographical literature, with more than 35 excellent books on
Multi-Media Class Rooms
local subjects), followed by Prof.Oskar Schmieder, a leading
Meteorological Observatory
German geographer who also served as Chairman in the
Abdur Rauf Khan's Prehistoric Museum
Department followed by the leadership of top eminent
Geographer of South Asia, Prof. Dr. Iqtidar H. Zaidi (served as Specific Research Areas
Chairman from 1985-1988). The Department of Geography has Advanced Cartography Political Geography
been providing teaching and research facilities in various fields Agricultural Geography Population Geography
of geography for the last 63 years and produced outstanding Agro-Climatology Regional Planning and
graduates serving Pakistan and abroad in organizations of Arid Lands: Desertification Development
international repute. It also organizes Graduate and Post Graduate and Management Remote Sensing
Disease Ecology Rural Geography
courses including MS /M.Phil and Ph.D. programs. It is the only
Environmental Geography Transportation Geography
Department amongst all Universities of Pakistan which has
Geographical Information Tourism Geography
hosted International Geography Union Conference, moreover it Sciences (GIS) Urban Ecology
also hosted 2nd, 7th and 13th all Pakistan Geographical Geography of Administration Urban Land use and
Conferences in the years 1967, 1997 and 2008 respectively. This Metropolitan Transportation Planning
Department has the honor to produce the largest number of Oceanography Water Resource
Ph.D./M.Phil. graduates in Pakistan. The prime objective of the Management
department is to impart appropriate knowledge and training to the
students in pragmatic geographical research, both in the domains Faculty Members
of physical and social sciences. The ultimate product of the
Professors
Department always remains beneficial and helpful for planning,
Dr. Farkhunda Burke
management, allocation, distribution and evaluation sectors of
Pakistan. Department of Geography has strong academic linkages Dr. Syed Jamil Hasan Kazmi
with Humboldt University, Berlin (Germany), University of (Meritorious Professor & Chairman)
Salzburg (Austria), Hamburg University (Germany), University
Associate Professors
of British Columbia, Canada and University of Georgia (USA).
Dr. Shamshad Akhtar Dr. Syed Shahid Ali
Career Opportunities Dr. Sheeba Afsar
Geography graduates with Masters degree generally find
valuable employment in diversified fields, i.e., education, Assistant Professors
environment, administration, consultants and NGOs. Dr. Saima Shaikh Dr. Salman Zubair
Development authorities and agencies throughout the country Dr. Anila Kausar Dr. Lubna Ghazal
utilize their specialty and expertise in many sectors of Human Dr. Yasmeen Anis Dr. Imran Ahmed Khan
Development. It is more obvious in various government
departments, such as, Survey of Pakistan, Geological Survey of
Pakistan, Statistical Bureaus, Population Census Organization,
SUPARCO, PTCL, K-Electric, SSGC, KWSB, CDGK,
Program Available
Archeological Department, Pakistan Meteorological Department, MS in Remote Sensing and Geographical
Planning Commission, and provincial departments of planning Information System (RS/GIS)
and development have employed geographers for their special
skills. Private consulting firms and Non-governmental
Organizations (NGOs) also utilize the expertise of geographers. For Further Enquiry
There are various fields of applications in Pakistan where Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2292
geographers could excel successfully, especially in the field of Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/geography
Geo-Informatics. Email: geography@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Genetics
Introduction
The department of Genetics was established in
1969 at the University of Karachi. The department
has highly qualified faculty members and takes
great pride in maintaining an intellectual
atmosphere in order to promote learning.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the department have job
opportunities in hospitals, universities and
industries. Many of the former students are also Faculty Members
serving various organizations in foreign countries. Professors
Dr. Maqsood Ali Ansari
Facilities Dr. Uzma Badar
The department maintains an in-house seminar-
library as well as computer clusters in the Associate Professors
Bioinformatics Lab. In addition to the regular Dr. Obaid Yusuf (Chairman)
teaching laboratories, there are four research Dr. Fouad Maqsood Qureshi
Dr. Simeen Mansoor Shahid
laboratories equipped with modern and latest
Dr. Erum Shoaib
apparatus for research students. Some in-house
recreational facilities are also available for healthy
Assistant Professors
activities of students. Dr. Shakeel ur Rehman Farooqui
Dr. Nadia Khan
Specific Research Areas Dr. Shumaiza Anis
Various research projects have been completed
successfully in the department and many others Lecturers
are in progress, including the ones on human Ms. Ayesha Riaz
genetics, plant genetics and microbial genetics. Ms. Sarwat Afshan
The Department also enjoys collaboration in
research with many foreign and local universities
including other departments of the University of
Karachi. The outcome of the research has been
published in various reputed international journals.
Program Available
Diploma in Applied Genetics
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Department of
Career Opportunities
Our graduates can teach physical education in public
and private schools, coach school-based sports and Faculty Members
work in many other sports and recreation related Associate Professor
careers. Dr. Basit Ansari (Chairman)
A master's degree in Health, Physical Education &
Sports Sciences will prepare graduates to teach
Assistant Professor
physical education at a public and private high Mr. Mazahir Zia Shaikh
school/college/University, or become a Director/
Deputy Director of Physical Education Program or Lecturers
become an athletic trainer or can be a fitness instructor. Ms. ShaziaTabassum
Furthermore, people with a physical education degree Mr. Humayun Imran Azeemi
could find themselves working in city parks and Mr. Kunwer Muhammad Asif
recreation departments. Mr. Muhammad Wasif Nisar
Facilities
The department is equipped with all the required
practical facilities. A variety of sports facilities
including playing fields for cricket, hockey, football
and athletics, a squash court and indoor games facilities Programs Available
in the campus gymnasium are also available. M.Sc. in Health, Physical Education &
Sports Sciences
Every year competitive sports for both male and female Diploma in Sports Administration and
students are organized at inter-departmental, inter- Management (PGD-SAM)
collegiate and inter-university levels through a variety
of sports like hockey, football, cricket, badminton,
athletic, etc. For Further Enquiry
Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext - 2263
The department plans to establish a fully equipped
Human Performance Laboratory to incorporate the Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/healthphysical
Email: hps@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Mathematics
Introduction
The Department of Mathematics was established in 1956. The Ph. D. program facilitates young researchers
Prof. Dr. Suleman Kerawala was the Founder Chairman. in getting the experience necessary to do original
Many new courses including Applied Abstract Algebra, research in areas of their interest.
Biomathematics have been introduced to highlight the
application of Mathematics in different fields. The mission
of the Department is to bring life to Mathematics and
Mathematics for life. Areas of Pure Mathematics, Applied
Mathematics and Interdisciplinary Mathematics are being
pursued in teaching and research. At all levels, students
are instructed in the rigor and precision characteristics of
Mathematical Reasoning. They are facilitated to become Faculty Members
acquainted with the elementary tools of Mathematics and Professors
the techniques to use them. The Department has many Dr. Sarwar Jahan Abbasi
Ph.D. faculty members which regularly publish their Dr. Syed Anwar Ali Zaidi (Chairman)
research work in National and International Journals. Associate Professor
Dr. Najeeb Alam Khan
Career Opportunities
Our graduates have been employed in the Educational,
Financial, Industrial and Commercial Institutes. They can
Assistant Professors
Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed Mr. M. Javed Ansari
opt for any of the following professions: High School
Mr. Waseem A. Khan Dr. Syeda Sadia Zia
Mathematics Teacher, College Mathematics Professor, Dr. Syed Inayatullah Mr. Waseem A. Ansari
Actuary, Software Designer, Biostatistician, Government Ms. Saba Naz Mr. Tanveer A. Siddiqi
Lab Researcher, Financial Analyst, Industry Dr. Muhammad Imtiaz Dr. Fozia Hanif
Analyst/Engineer, Education Materials Developer, Dr. Asif Raza Khan Dr. Saqib Ur Rehman
Industry Consultant and Suparco etc. Dr. Syed Ahmad Hassan Mr. Muhammad Ayaz
Facilities
The department offers peaceful environment and provides all Lecturers
modern facilities to students. This is the second largest Mr. Shahid Mr. Asif Iqbal
Department of the Faculty of Science, with three-story Ms. Asma Rani Ms. Hafsa Ather Jafree
building consisting of many rooms, computer laboratory with Ms. Hina Zaheer Ms. Noor Fatima Siddiqui
internet facility and seminar library having three thousand Mr. Ateeq Razzak Mr. Salman Safdar
books. To keep the students informed and updated with the Ms. Samreen Ahmed Ms. Samira Sahar Jamil
latest developments in the modern era, department organizes Ms. Sumayyah Saadi Mr. M.Usman Qureshi
seminars and workshops for faculty members and students. Ms. Wajiha Riaz Ms. Aghzia Akram
The Faculty Members and students actively participate in Ms. Mehwish Shafiq Khan
local, national and international mathematical activities and
conferences.
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Department of
Microbiology
Introduction Research Lab.
The department of Microbiology was established in 1957. A separate equipped lab. is allocated for research students.
This was the first and only department of Microbiology,
for many years in this country offering undergraduate and
Specific Research Areas
Research scholars are working on exceptionally diverse area
postgraduate degrees.
of microbiology including: various fields in biochemistry,
Microbiology is a broad discipline with both basic and genetics, clinical microbiology, mechanisms of microbial
applied aspects. Therefore, microbiologists must have a virulence, epidemiological studies, studies on microbial
good understanding about microbial taxonomy, genetics, enzymes of industrial importance, biotransformation, studies
immunology and physiology to identify' these agents, on bioactivities of microbial metabolites, immunological
explore their metabolic potential on commercial levels aspects of diagnosis, molecular aspects of disease diagnosis
and to manipulate these organisms for the betterment of and microbial control, bacteriocins, bioactivities of natural
humanity. The study of microorganisms and their products, molecular biology of phages, biodiversity &
potential is also necessary for the production of bread, Environment exploration of biotechnological potential of
cheese, antibiotics, vaccines, vitamins and many other microorganisms and many others.
important products. Microorganisms are involved in
causing serious infections in humans, animals and plants.
Because of the importance of the subject and its
Faculty Members
applicability, this department is now regarded as one of
the best departments within the Faculty of Science. As a Professors
result this department has become one of the popular Dr. Tasneem Adam Ali (Dean Science & Chairperson)
departments and a large number of students opt to study Dr. Fasihuddin Ahmed Ansari
Microbiology. Associate Professors
Ms. Nayyar Jahan
Career opportunities Dr. Talit Yasmeen Mujahid
A person with M.Sc. in Microbiology has a choice of Dr. Asma Naeem
employment opportunities in the following
organizations:
Assistant Professors
Ms. Nayyar Mehmood Dr. Tanveer Abbas
Pathological/ clinical/ hospital laboratories Dr. Syed Abdus Subhan Dr. Asma Saeed
Food and beverage industry and agriculture Dr. Fozia Haider Dr. Abdul Wahab
Pharmaceutical industry Dr. Zaid Ahmed Pirzada Dr. Wajeeha Binte Asad
Biotechnology industry Dr. Muhammad Sohail Dr. Adnan Khan
KWSB/ KMC/ R & D organizations Mr. M. Tariq Tayyab Dr. Muneera Naz Baloch
University/ colleges teaching and research Dr. Sana Eijaz Dr. Anjum Zehra Naqvi
Epidemiological monitoring programs Dr. Urooj Zafar Dr. Yasir Raza
Environmental monitoring and impact Lecturers
assessments Ms. Sadia Muhammad Saleemullah Khan
Facilities Ms. Tasneem Akhter
Laboratory and Lecture Rooms Ms. Amna Alam
The department has 10 laboratories and 3 lecture hall/rooms
where theory and practical classes are held. In addition to
this, there are 3 media preparation rooms.
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Department of
Petroleum Technology
Introduction
Petroleum Technology masters program of the Department also organized technical lectures and
University of Karachi was initiated in 1996 in the seminars conducted by professionals to develop sound
evening program, while in the morning program it was knowledge and skill in the students for their career
introduced in 2004. From the session 2013-14 also building. Students also participate in students chapters
started B.Sc.(H) in morning program. The program of many learned societies such as SPE, PAPG,
aims to meet the future technical and professional KUPTAA. Field works in the various industries/areas
requirements in petroleum industry. It is a multi- are conducted by the department for students practical
disciplinary program of the Faculty of training/knowledge.
Science/Engineering organized in collaboration with
petroleum industry.
The program aims to impart theoretical and practical
knowledge in upstream and downstream activities of
petroleum industry such as chemistry, geology,
drilling, exploration, production, reservoir, pipeline,
corrosion, natural gas, LPG, refining technologies,
environmental impact, health and safety designs,
petroleum logistics, marketing and management, etc. Faculty Members
The Department of Petroleum Technology has Associate Professor
produced a large number of graduates holds positions Mr. Nadeem Ahmed Khan (Chairman)
in national and international organizations.
Lecturers
Career Opportunities Mr. Kashif Sadiq
Students obtaining a Master's degree in Petroleum Mr. Syed Hasan Abbas Zaidi
Technology can easily get jobs in Pakistan, middle East Mr. Syed Ghufran Alam
and other countries. A Petroleum technologist is Mr. Atif Zafar
required by petroleum industry at every stage i.e.
exploration and development of oil and gas fields,
transportation and distillation of crude in refineries,
distribution and marketing of its products.
Facilities
Internship and training programs are arranged for
students in various sectors of oil and gas industries
such as oil companies, refineries and services
companies, i.e. Pakistan Oilfield Limited, Oil and Gas
Development Corporation, National Refinery, Pakistan
Refinery, Pak Arab Refinery, Byco Refinery, Pakistan
State Oil Ltd, Shell Pakistan, EUP Pakistan, Sui
Southern Gas Co Ltd, Baker Huges, Halliburton Ltd,
Programs Available
Marathon Construction, Mari Gas, MOL Pakistan,
Nuricon, OMV Pakistan etc. This will help in M.Sc. in Petroleum Technology
preparing prospective candidates for petroleum Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGD)
industry.
For Further Enquiry
Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2418
Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/petroleumtechnology
Email: pt@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Physics
Introduction
The department of Physics at Karachi University aims Qualified faculty members are actively engaged in
to ensure the delivery of quality education to students research areas such as:
of Physics, extending from graduation to Ph.D. In view Spectroscopy
of the rapid development in science & technology, it is Medical Physics
now necessary to enhance awareness and promote the Environmental Science
real research in various branches of Physics. All faculty Space Physics
member of the Physics department are endeavoring to Theoretical Physics
fulfill the state of the art requirements for various Material Science
academic and technological applications Optics
Career Opportunities
Once completing a degree in Physics with good grades, Faculty Members
there are bright chances of acquiring employment in Professors
governments organization and in private sector. For Dr. Altaf Hussain
higher studies leading to M.Phil/.Ph.D., interested Dr. Shahid Mehmood Siddiqui (Chairman)
students may proceed abroad or continue their Dr. Shabana Rizvi
education within the country.
Assistant Professors
Dr. Imran Ahmed Siddiqui
Facilities Dr. Zaheeruddin
Beside teaching laboratories, the department has a Dr. Syed Zeeshan Abbas
number of other laboratories for research purpose. Dr. Saifuddin Ahmed Jilani
Below is the list of some facilities: Dr. Intikhab Ulfat
Spectroscopy Research Laboratory Dr. Asim Aijaz
Solid State Research Laboratory
Condensed Matter Research Laboratory Lecturers
Electronics Laboratory Ms. Rabia Najam
Computer Laboratory Mr. Sheikh Muhammad Zeeshan Iqbal
A Liquid Nitrogen Plant Ms. Sadaf Fatima
Seminar Library Mr. Ommair Ishaque
Mechanical Workshop Mr. Waqar Ahmed
Glass Blowing Section Mr. Ibrahim Muhammad Babar
Ms. Rizwana Siddiqui
Specific Research Areas Mr. Kamran-ul-Haq
An important and perhaps the most significant aspect Mr. Zuhoor llahi
of learning Physics is that it is an experimental science, Mr. Imran Ahmed
not an abstract intellectual discipline. Its implications
relate continually to our everyday experience. Presently
M.Phil./Ph.D. programs are in progress and research
Program Available
studies in various fields are being going on. It these
M. Sc. in Physics
studies collaboration from other organization /
(with specialization in Electronics and Communication)
institutes is also sought when needed.
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Department of
Physiology
Introduction Specific Research Areas
The department of Physiology is an important segment of A great deal of research at M. Phil. & Ph.D. levels is
the Faculty of Sciences, University of Karachi and conducted in different disciplines of Physiology, such as
occupies a very prominent place in the modern age of Neuromuscular Physiology, Hematology, Molecular
Biosciences, Clinical/Biomedical Sciences and other Physiology & Biophysics, Molecular & Clinical
Applied Biological Sciences. Founded by Prof. Dr. M. H. Endocrinology and Reproduction and Poultry Physio-
Qazi, in 1964, the department of Physiology was the first logy, which is being done in collaboration -with K&Ns
department outside medical colleges to introduce teaching Poultry diagnostic & research Laboratory. Currently,
and research programs in basic and experimental more than 25 research scholars are registered in M.
physiology at the graduate and postgraduate levels. Phil./Ph.D. programs in various disciplines including
Currently, the department has 21 faculty members, 17 clinicians from hospitals and medical universities.
supporting staff members and more than 1000 students. Blood disorders; Endocrine/Metabolic & Reproductive
Several renowned professors are the pioneer faculty abnormalities, especially, Diabetes mellitus, Metabolic
members of the department and are presently serving on Syndrome, Infertility. PCOS changes; Breast Cancer:
key posts in various organizations. Reproductive Changes in marine models; Poultry
Vaccinology, diseases and molecular studies of disease
Career Opportunities
mechanism; Neuromuscular disorders; Oxidative stress.
Physiology is the core of medical research being done all
over the world. Dozens of foreign scholarships for
advanced studies in Physiology. Physiologists are
required in a number of places, like, pharmaceutical
industry, health monitoring departments, biosynthetic Faculty Members
industry, instrumentations in biomedical sciences, health Professors
related organizations, population welfare division, Ms. Qamar Amin
agriculture, livestock and poultry industry, diagnostic Dr. Habib Fatima (Chairperson)
laboratories, occupational therapies, physiotherapy
centers, nutritional/sports centers, radiological insti- Associate Professor
tutions, bio-technology, bioinformatics, bioengineering, Dr. Taseer A. Khan
synthetic biology, nursing, medical universities, hospitals,
diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceutical industry, research Assistant Professors
and teaching institutions. Dr. Aisha Javed Dr. Arifa Savanur
Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed Ms. Nazish Iqbal Khan
Facilities Dr. Lubna Naz Dr. Sadaf Ahmed
The department has sufficient facilities necessary to run Dr. Ghazala Yasmeen Dr. Anwar Ali
the academic and research activities. Below is the list of Ms. Ambreen Niazi Dr. Sumera Sohail
all the facilities: Dr. Syed Mudassir H. Rizvi
Well equipped labs for students & researchers;
Audiovisual aids like overhead projectors, Lecturers
Ms. Mehir un Nisa Ms. Saima Mushtaq
multimedia, camera and television for interactive
Mr. Faizan Mirza Ms. Uzma Firdous
teaching;
Mr. Muhammad Nisar
A well organized Seminar Library with up to date
textbooks and references on various disciplines of
Physiology;
Basic & ultimate Power Labs for laboratory
experiments &demonstrations; Program Available
Computer facilities are available in all special units M.Sc. in Physiology
for researchers. A separate computer laboratory
with 12 computers is available for academic &
research activities. For Further Enquiry
Internship facilities for students in different Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2296
organizations are available. Website: www.uok.edu.pk/faculties/physiology
Email: physiology@uok.edu.pk
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Institute of
Facilities
ISPA Observatory is equipped with Meade 16 inch
I,X-200 Coma free telescope automated equatorial
pier mount, CCD camera including computers,
filters, weather station and software, We have also
one movable telescope.
Computational Astronomy Lab: The computer lab
is equipped with space science related software. Program Available
GIS Lab M.Sc. (Space Science and Technology)
GPS Lab
Digital Library
Seminar Library For Further Enquiry
Telephone: 99261300-6, Ext- 2443
Website: www.uok.edu.pk/research_institutes/ispa
Email: ispa@uok.edu.pk
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Department of
Statistics
Introduction
The department of Statistics was established in the year
1963. Both in terms of physical facilities and academic
facilities the department of Statistics is one of the most
popular departments within the university.
Career Opportunities
The opportunities are open for the Students of Statistics
and Actuarial Sciences and Risk Management in all
fields including banks, industries, Government
Organization (FBS, SBS, PBS, State Bank, etc.), Faculty Members
Research Organizations, insurance and investment Professor
fields. Dr. Mudassir Uddin
Program Available
M.A./M.Sc. in Applied Statistics
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TABLE - I
MASTERS PROGRAMS
S.No. No. of
Program Required Eligibility
Seats
5. 50 i) B.A/B.Sc./B.Com./M.B.B.S/B.E./BBA
APPLIED STATISTICS
ii) Graduation in any discipline
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No. of
S.No. Program Required Eligibility
Seats
16. i) Graduation (B.A/ B Sc./B.Com) with at
ENGLISH 70
least 45 % marks in Elective, Advance
Note: English
(Candidates with Functional English ii) Graduation (B.A/ B.Sc./B.Com) with
are not eligible for admission) at least 55 % marks in English
compulsory
17. ENGLISH 50 M.A. English (Literature / Linguistics)
Linguistics/Literature (One year)
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No. of
S.No. Program Required Eligibility
Seats
29. M.I.B.M. 50 i) B.A/B.Sc/B.Tech.(H)/B.E./BCS with
(Industrial & Business Mathematics) Mathematics
( Department of Mathematics) ii) B.A/B.Sc Pass with (Mathematics or
Diploma in Mathematics)
iii) B.Com. with Diploma in Mathematics
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1.
M.Sc./M.A. in Geography, Four (4)
REMOTE SENSING & 20
years BS in Geography, BS Remote
GEOGRAPHICAL
Sensing and GIS or minimum 16 years of
INFORMATION SYSTEMS education (HEC) Recognized Institutes /
(RS/GIS) Universities)
Note: M.Sc./M.A. with Allied Sciences *
(Admission will be granted on the basis of 15 (Geology, Environmental Sciences or Engg.,
Aptitude Test )
Civil Engg., Forestry, Agriculture, Town
Minimum qualifying marks in the Test is 50%
Weightage for preparation of Merit List is: Planning, City & Regional Planning,
Academic Record = 50% Oceanography, Electrical Engg., Mechanical
Aptitude Test = 50% Engg., Zoology, Botany, Mathematics,
Computer Sciences, Physics, Applied Physics,
Public Health, Medical Science Disciplines,
Education, Epidemiology, Land
Management, Landscape Architecture,
Archeology and Architecture.
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TABLE - II
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
No.
S.No. Program Required Eligibility
of
Seats
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No. of
S.No. Program Required Eligibility
Seats
TABLE - III
CERTIFICATE COURSES
No.
S.No. Program Required Eligibility
of
Seats
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TABLE IV
FEE STRUCTURE
Admission Fee
a) Admission Fees (Shall be Charged at the beginning of each academic year) Rs. 2,000/-
b) Enrolment Fee Rs. 1,000/-
c) Development Fee Rs. 2,000/-
d) Caution Money (Refundable) Rs. 1,000/-
TOTAL AMOUNT Rs. 6,000/-
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DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
S.# Program Tution Admission Total
Fee Fee Fee
1 Applied Genetics 21000 6000 Rs.27,000/=
2 Assessment, Counseling & Psychotherapy 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
3 Audiology & Speech Pathology (Special Education) 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
4 Computer Science 22000 6000 Rs.28,000/=
5 Contemporary Arabic 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
6 Criminology (Department of Sociology) 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
7 Economics & Finance 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
8 Environmental Studies 18000 6000 Rs.24,000/=
9 Human Resource Management (PGDHRM) 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
10 Inclusive Education 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
11 Industrial & Organizational Psychology 17000 6000 Rs.23,000/=
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CERTIFICATE COURSES
S.# Program Tution Admission Total
Fee Fee Fee
1 Microbiology (MCC) 22,000 6,000 Rs.28,000/=
2 Urdu (One Year Professional Certificate Course
6500 6000 Rs.12,500/=
(Teaching of Urdu)
3 URDU 200000 6000 Rs.20,6000/=
(One Year Certificate Course for Foreigners)
4 Womens Studies 6500 6000 Rs.12,500/=
4. Examination Fee for all students will charged @ Rs.200/= per course
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TABLE V
Last year closing percentages by category and eligibility for
Masters / Diploma Programs Admissions 2016-17
MASTERS PROGRAMS:
S. DEPTT. CATEGORY MERIT
No. DEPARTMENT CODE
"K" "S" "P"
1. ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES (ONE YEAR PROGRAM AFTER PGDPA) MAS 45.00 45.00 45.00
2. APPLIED MATHEMATICS (M.A./M.Sc.) MAT 48.75 49.67 48.63
3. CHEMISTRY (M.Sc.) CHM 47.31 50.12 50.75
4. COMMERCE (M.COM. GENERAL) COM 50.07 -- --
5. COMMERCE (M.COM. GENERAL) (OTHER UNIV.) COM 50.09 -- --
6. CRIMINOLOGY (M.A.) CRI 46.46 49.48 45.00
7. ECONOMICS (M.A./M.Sc.) ECO 46.53 50.14 49.93
8. ECONOMICS & FINANCE (M.A.) MEF 45.00 51.27 48.00
9. EDUCATION (M.A.) EDU 45.91 55.20 48.00
10. ENGLISH (M.A.) ENG 51.43 59.78 50.40
11. ENGLISH LINGUISTICS/LITERATURE (M.A. ONE YEAR PROGRAM) ENL 50.05 -- 60.70
12. HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION & SPORTS SCIENCES (M.Sc.) HPE 46.27 51.00 47.75
13. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (MHRM) HRM 50.00 -- --
14. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (OTHER UNIV.) HRM 74.00 -- --
15. INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (M.A.) IRL 46.55 51.31 47.87
16. MASS COMMUNICATION (M.A.) MCD 48.36 -- --
17. MASS COMMUNICATION (M.A.) (OTHER UNIV.) MCD 68.00 -- --
18. PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY (M.Sc.) PET 52.76 54.05 48.38
19. PSYCHOLOGY (M.A./M.Sc.) PSY 45.20 46.91 46.13
20. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (MPA) MPA 56.18 -- --
21. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (MPA) (OTHER UNIV.) MPA 79.00 -- --
22. SOCIOLOGY (M.A.) SCL 45.30 49.50 45.00
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS:
1 ASSESSMENT, COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPHY (PGD) DAC 46.80 63.45 59.18
AUDIOLOGY AND SPEECH PATHOLOGY
2 DSP 45.00 60.06 47.88
(PGD SPECIAL EDUCATION, LEADING TO MASTERS)
3. COMPUTER SCIENCE (PGDCIS) DCS 45.73 46.10 49.55
4. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (PGDHRM LEADING TO MASTERS) DHR 45.09 51.70 67.00
5. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (PGDSAM, LEADING TO MASTERS) DSM 45.00 46.31 49.63
6. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (PGDPA, LEADING TO MAS) DPA 45.13 48.77 47.71
APTITUDE TEST BASED DEPARTMENTS:
DEPT. MERIT
S. No. DEPARTMENT CODE
Final %
BS ( BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION) BS
1. 42.48
(Prerequisite Exam.50 % + Entrance Test 50 % (Minimum T. Score= 30) (KUBS)
MS in Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System
2. GIS 54.90
(RS/GIS)
Note: The above last year closing percentages are given only for
guidance and are not applicable to admission for 2017-18
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Note:
i) The University of Karachi shall observe all Federal and Provincial gazetted
holidays, but examinations shall be held as per schedule.
ii) Teaching in the evening program shall remain suspended during the holy
month of Ramadan.
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