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Course Description/List:

 
             
The M.Phil Regular Program consists of 3-6 years of considerable amount of research carried out under the direction of a supervisor. A student can earn a Ph.D. by preparing a thesis based on an original research work. Admission to Ph.D. are given to M.Phil. degree holders with a high academic caliber and aptitude. In rare cases, non-M.Phil. teachers at the post Graduate Level and researches are given admissions for Ph.D. degree, but such students are required to fulfill M.Phil course work requirement of full 24 credit hours before they under take their Ph.D. Research work.

COMPULSORY COURSES :

Course Code

Title of Course

   PSY-601 Psychological Research Methods
   PSY-602 Applied Statistics
   PSY-603 Introduction to Computers in Psychology
   PSY-604 Seminars in Theories of Psychology (Practicum)


OPTIONAL COURSES:

Course Code

Title of Course

   PSY-605 Test Development
   PSY-606 Guidance and Counselling
   PSY-607 Development Psychology
   PSY-608 Clinical Psychology
   PSY-609 Cross-Cultural Psychology
   PSY-610 Psychology of Attitude and Opinion
   PSY-611 Social Psychology
   PSY-612 Consumer Behaviour and Marketing
   PSY-613 Industrial and Organizational Psychology
   PSY-614 Deviance and Crime
   PSY-615 Community Psychology
   PSY-616 School Psychology
   PSY-617 Military Psychology
   PSY-618 Psychological Problem of Special Education
   PSY-619 Women's Psychology
   PSY-620 Population Psychology
   PSY-621 Cognitive Psychology


          

 

Applying:

    

 Ph.D program shall be open only to persons holding the following qualifications:

  • An M.Phil degree or its equivalent degree in the relevant subjects from a recognized University.
  • A college/University teacher or a member of the research staff of a research organization who has shown undoubted promise for research and holds M.A./M.Sc. degree, may be recommended by the Admission Committee for admission to Ph.D. program.
  • After Successful completion of two semesters, a student registered for M.Phil degree may be recommended by the Admission Committee to the Advanced Studies and Research Board for transfer to Ph.D. program, provided that the student has completed two semesters in course work, obtaining overall aggregate of 75%. Such transfer shall be effective from the beginning of 3rd semester but the time spent by M. Phil. students (course work) shall be counted towards residence requirement for Ph.D. program.


           The application forms can be collected from Manager, Bookbank/Book Shop of the University by paying a fee of Rs.100/-. Those wishing to apply shall have to submit properly filled-in admission application forms to the admission office of the University.

  • The application shall be submitted to the Chairman of the department in which the student wishes to pursue his studies.
  • All applications received in the department shall be scrutinized for eligibility by the Chairman of  the Department in consultation with the Registrar.
  • The applications of eligible candidates shall be considered by the Department admission committee which shall be constituted by the Vice-Chancellor.
  • The admission Committee, when satisfied, shall recommend to the Advanced Studies and Research board, the names of candidates who are found suitable for studies leading to Ph.D. degree.
  • The admission shall be approved by the Advanced Studies and Research Board.
  • A "notification of registration" for each candidate approved for admission to Ph.D. course by the Advanced Studies and Research Board shall be issued by the University.
  • Each student so selected shall be required to register within 30 days from the date of issue of the notification of registration, failing which the admission of the selected candidate shall be deemed as cancelled.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CANDIDATES:

  • In case of incorrect information/concealment of facts, University will have the right to refuse/cancel an admission or expel a student.
  • Copies of the following documents should accompany the application:
  1. Intermediate certificate and Detailed Marks Certificate.
  2. Bachelor's degree and Detailed Marks Certificate.
  3. Master's degree and Detailed Marks Certificate.
  4. M.Phil degree and Detailed Marks Certificate.
  5. Character Certificate from the institution last attended.
  6. Domicile Certificate of the Candidate.
  7. No Objection Certificate (in case of in-service candidate).
  8. I.D. Card of Candidate.
  • Originals must be produced later, when required.
  • Foreign students must route their applications through the Ministry of Education, Government of Pakistan.

GENERAL CONDITIONS:

  • The period for completion of Ph.D. program shall be counted from the date of registration.
  • The minimum period for completion of Ph.D. program shall be three years whereas the maximum period shall be six years.
  • A Ph.D. student may be required to complete course work of upto 24 credit hours if he does not hold a M.Phil. or equivalent degree.
  • A Ph.D. student shall be required to pass a comprehensive examination (written as well as oral) before the submission of his thesis. If the student does not pass the comprehensive examination in first attempt he may given one more chance on the recommendation of his Supervisor.
  • The registration of Ph.D. Student shall be deemed as cancelled if he does not pass the comprehensive examination even in the second attempt.
  • After passing the comprehensive examination but before the submission of his thesis, a Ph.D. student will give one seminar on topic relevant to his field of research.

                The following Application Forms are not yet operational but in near future you will be able to apply through them.This form should be printed and filled in triplicate and submitted before the due date and according to the procedure laid down by the University for that purpose.

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Faculty List:
 

PROFESSOR/DIRECTOR:

Dr. Naeem Tariq

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS:

Dr. Muhammad Pervez
Dr. Syed Ashiq Ali Shah

ASSISTANT PROFESSORS:

Dr. Seema Pervez
Mrs. Surraiya J. Nasir
Miss Faridah Yasmeen Rifahi

LECTURERS:

Dr. Anila Kamal
M. Anis-ul-Haq
M. Naeem Durani
Miss Shagufta Aziz
Mrs. Sarwat Khan

 

Job Opportunities:
 

            There is an enormous need for graduates from the field of Psychology in the prevailing job market. Most of the graduates are being employed by the national and international organizations in the private sector but few are also offering their services in the government sector like in Armed Forces and in different reputable educational institutions etc. The demand for these Professionals from this University is much higher as this course is designed for the needs of the job markets for this particular field. The students also have ample opportunities to proceed abroad for further studies and research work.

         
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