Prospectus

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Introduction

FSS&H is a prestigious institution for higher education and research in the social sciences and humanities, committed to academic excellence and ethical standards. Offering a diverse range of programs, FSS&H blends theory and practice, led by a dean of high experience with a dynamic community of scholars, staff, and students. Recently, FSS&H launched MPhil in English (Linguistics & Literature) at the Main Campus and MPhil in Islamic Studies at the City campus. Plans to offer MPhil and Ph.D. in psychology are underway. FSS&H aims to produce research with societal impact, fostering future researchers, managers, and specialists across various fields.

Vision & Mission

Vision

Teacher Education and other Social Science Programs at Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSH) prepare unconventional, capable, dynamic, creative, democratic, innovative and research minded teachers and professionals to meet the socio-economic and educational needs of the society through quality education at affordable cost.

Mission

The mission of FSSH is to provide exemplary programs that help teachers and other professionals make effective decisions in diverse contexts. The program is derived from latest research theories and best practices and is designed to meet the current and emerging educational and social needs of educational institutions at local, provincial and national levels. The program offers a curriculum that recognizes its egalitarian and humanistic orientations and the relationship between education and society. It gives due importance to the existing knowledge about learning and teaching and multidisciplinary, the role of technology in instruction and upcoming challenges by developing professional and pedagogical research based knowledge on existing and emerging theories and application of the required knowledge and skills in diverse educational settings.

Dean's Message

Prof. Dr. Asadullah Larik

As Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSS&H), I am honored to represent a preeminent institution dedicated to superior education and research. Our unwavering commitment to academic rigor and ethical principles is manifested in our comprehensive teaching and research programs, bridging theory and practice.

At FSS&H, we celebrate a vibrant community of scholars, staff, and students, all devoted to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. We strive to produce impactful research that fosters societal betterment and cultivates a brighter future. Our M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs, open to diverse individuals, nurture the growth of future experts, managers, and researchers.

Programs Offered

Main Campus

Programs Duration Eligibility Accreditation Intake Credit Hours
2 Years
Intermediate / A Level / DAE (3 years) / equivalent (12 years education) in any discipline with minimum 2nd division (45%).
NACTE
Fall & Spring
66
2 Years
Intermediate / A Level / DAE (3 years) / equivalent (12 years education) in any discipline with minimum 2nd division (45%).
HEC
Fall & Spring
66
2 Years
Intermediate / A Level / DAE (3 years) / equivalent (12 years education) in any discipline with minimum 2nd division (45%).
HEC
Fall & Spring
66
2 Years
Intermediate / A Level / DAE (3 years) / equivalent (12 years education) in any discipline with minimum 2nd division (45%).
HEC
Fall & Spring
66
4 Years
Intermediate / DAE (3 years) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
135
4 Years
Intermediate / DAE (3 years) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
132
4 Years
Intermediate / DAE (3 years) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in any discipline.
HEC
Fall & Spring
138
4 Years
Intermediate / DAE (3 years) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in any discipline.
HEC
Fall & Spring
126
4 Years
Intermediate / DAE (3 years) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in any discipline.
HEC
Fall & Spring
132
2 Years
M.Ed./M.A. /B.Ed.-4 Years/B.Ed.-2.5 Years or equivalent with at least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00/4.00 from a recognized University of Pakistan or from a foreign university. Subject to clearance of GAT (General) HU/ NTS and departmental interview. In case of a foreign degree, HEC equivalence will be required. (HEC attested degrees are required to be submitted for admission in M. Phil program)
HEC
Fall & Spring
33
2 Years
MA-English / BS-English or equivalent with CGPA 2.50/ 4.00 from a recognized university of Pakistan or from a foreign university. Subject to clearance of GAT (General) HU/ NTS and departmental interview. In case of a foreign degree, HEC equivalence will be required. (HEC attested degrees are required to be submitted for admission in M. Phil program)
HEC
Fall & Spring
30 each
3 Years
MS/ MPhil Education or its equivalent from a recognized university of Pakistan or from a foreign university with minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 (Semester System) or 75% marks (Annual System). Subject to clearance of GAT (Subject) HU/ NTS and departmental interview. (HEC attested degrees are required for admission in PhD program).
HEC
Fall & Spring
24
3 Years
MS/ MPhil Linguistics/Literature or its equivalent from a recognized university of Pakistan or from a foreign university with minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 (Semester System) or 75% marks (Annual System). Subject to clearance of GAT (Subject) HU/ NTS and departmental interview. (HEC attested degrees are required for admission in PhD program).
HEC
Fall & Spring
24

Certificate Courses

Programs Duration Eligibility Accreditation Intake Credit Hours
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
16 week
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
3
For Registration in Certificate Courses Contact:
Ms. Zahida Anwar 0328-3081892

Diploma

Programs Duration Eligibility Accreditation Intake Credit Hours
1 Year
Intermediate / DAE (3-years) or equivalent in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
30

City Campus

Programs Duration Eligibility Accreditation Intake Credit Hours
2 Years
HEC
Fall & Spring
66
4 Years
Students having a qualification of Intermediate / A Level / DAE (3 years) / Khassa (for Madarsa Students) / Equivalent in any discipline with 45% will be eligible to take admission in BS Islamic Studies 4-year program.
Fall & Spring
HEC
126
4 Years
Intermediate with 50% marks in any discipline or A-level with 50% marks.
HEC
Fall & Spring
127
2.5 Years
BA / B.Sc. / B. Com / Associate Degree or equivalent (14-years of education with minimum 45% marks or CGPA 2.00/4.00 in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
90
1.5 years
16-year of education minimum Second Division in any discipline.
NACTE
Fall & Spring
54
2 Years
-BA / (Hons) Islamic Studies with CGPA 2.50/ 4.00 in semester system. MA Islamic Studies or equivalent degree in the relevant subject with CGPA 2.50/4.00 or second division in the annual system from an HEC recognized university/ Degree Awarding Institute (DAI). Al-Shahdah Al-Aalmiyah (with HEC equivalence) from any HEC recognized wafaq or institution. Departmental Test the candidates must have to qualify the written test with 60% marks for M.Phil. and Interview by the M.Phil. Admission Committee. All applications will be evaluated based on approved criteria in the light of HEC instructions and Hamdard University rules.
HEC
Fall & Spring
30
3 Years
– M.Phil./MS (Islamic Studies) With Thesis or equivalent from any HEC recognized university in first division or C.G.P.A 3.00 out of 4.00. – Departmental test the candidates must have to qualify the written test with 70% marks for Ph.D. and Interview by the Ph.D. Admission Committee. – All applications will be evaluated on the basis of approved criteria in the light of HEC instructions and Hamdard University rules. Only Short-listed candidates will be called for department test and Interview.
HEC
Fall & Spring
24
Fee Structure
  1. Fee is payable through Pay order or Demand draft of the applicable amount in favor of “Hamdard University Karachi”.
  2. Taxes are applied as per applicable rules.
  3. Hostel, mess charges including miscellaneous services shall be charged on actual basis depending upon the type of service and transport availed.
  4. Fee refunds for new admissions are as per rules of the Regulatory bodies.
  5. Students must clear all previous dues in order to get registered.
  6. If there is insufficient activity in student’s account in a year, account shall be deactivated. Activation of such account is subject to clearance of all previous dues (if any).
  7. Hamdard University reserves the right to make amendment(s) in the fee structure.
  8. Admission fee is not refundable.
Certificate Course
Fee StructureAmount
Semester Fees
8,000

 

AD (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

AD (English)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
13,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
12,700
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
16,500
Total
42,200

 

AD (Psychology)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
12,600
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
17,600
Total
42,200

 

AD (Educational Psychology)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

AD (Islamic Studies)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

Zero for AD (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
2,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
2,000
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
21,000
Total
25,000

 

BS (English)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
13,700
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
16,500
Total
42,200
BS (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

BS (Educational Psychology)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) (4-Years)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) (2.5-Years)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) (1.5-Years)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

BS (Islamic Studies)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
10,400
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
19,800
Total
42,200

 

BS (Psychology)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
12,600
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
17,600
Total
42,200
DIP (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
12,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
11,500
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
16,500
Total
40,000

 

M.Phil (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
16,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
18,200
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
55,800
Total
90,000
M.Phil (English - Linguistics / Literature)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
16,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
18,200
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
55,800
Total
90,000
M.Phil (Islamic Studies)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
16,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
18,200
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
55,800
Total
90,000

 

PhD (Islamic Studies)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
32,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
20,500
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
67,500
Total
120,000
PhD (Linguistics)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
32,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
20,500
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
67,500
Total
120,000
PhD (Education)
Fee StructureAmount
Admission & Enrollment Fee (One Time Only)
32,000
Registration & Exam Fee (Per Semester)
20,500
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)
67,500
Total
120,000
Faculty Profiles

Permanent Faculty

A. Department of English

Prof. Dr. Asadullah Larik
Dean (FSSH)
Post Doctorate research under Fulbright fellowship program in U.S.A 1993-1994
Ph.D. in English
15 Research Articles

 

Dr. Kamran Ali
Associate Professor
Ph.D. English Linguistics
09 Research Papers
Eight English Text Books

 

Suhail Ahmed Solangi
Senior Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (English Literature)
05 Research Articles
Two Books

 

Ms. Nazra Zahid Sheikh
Senior Lecturer, In-charge English
PhD Scholar (English Linguistics)
07 Research Articles

 

Mr. Muhammad Arsalan Siddiqui
Senior Lecturer
Ph.D. scholar (English Literature)
03 Research Articles

 

Dr. Hassin Ur Rehman
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. Scholar (English Literature)
07 Research Articles
Two Books

 

Ms. Aysha Khan
Lecturer
M.Phil. (English Linguistics)
01 Research Article

 

Mr. Hafiz Imran Nawaz
Senior Lecturer
PhD Scholar (English Linguistics)
01 Research Article

 

Ms. Tanzeela Faiz
Senior Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (English Linguistics)
01 Research Article

 

Dr. Rubina Masum
Assistant Professor
Ph. D. (English Linguistics)

 

Dr. Muhammad Asif
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. (English Linguistics)

 

Dr. Asadullah Lashari
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. (Linguistics)

 

Mr. Raees Khan
Semior Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (English Literature)

 

Ms. Rizwana Soomro
Teaching Assistant
M.Phil. Scholar (English Literature)

 

 

B. Department of Education

Prof. Dr. Mansoob Hussain Siddiqui
Professor
Ph.D. Education
10 Research Articles

 

Dr. Mufti Imran Khan
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. (HU) (Education)
10 Research Articles

 

Dr. Ahmad Saeed
Professor, HOD Department of Education
Ph.D. (HU) (Education)
15 Research Articles

 

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar Kang
Associate Professor
Ph.D. (HU) (Education)
17 Research Articles

 

Dr. Munawer Sultana
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. (Education)
05 Research Articles

 

Dr. Fayyaz Ahmed Shaheen
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. (HU) (Education)
02 Research Articles

 

Alexander.A.R.D ‘Souza
Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar
01 Research Article

 

Ms. Nargis Shamim
Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Education)
01 Research Article

 

Ms. Shakeela Khurram
Senior Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Education)
01 Research Article

 

Ms. Laiba Larik
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Education)
01 Research Article

 

Ms. Rabia Sheikh
Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Education)
02 Research Articles

 

Mr. Muhammad Khalid
Semior Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Education)

 

Ms. Rabia Obaid
Lecturer
PhD Scholar (Education)

 

Ms. Nousheen Rehman
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Education)

 

Ms. Erum Aurangzaib
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Education)

 

Ms. Fareeha Asif
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Education)

 

Ms. Shazia Safwan
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Education)

 

C. Department of Islamic Studies

Dr. Muhammad Atif Aftab
Associate Professor
Post-Doctorate from IRI, IIU.
ISLAMIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE العالمية اإلسالمية الجامعةINTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY
ISLAMABAD – PAKISTAN
30 Research Papers Approved by HEC HJRS listed Journal
15 Students M.Phil. & Ph.D. Islamic Studies Graduated Under my Research
Supervision.
12 Students working on Thesis Under my Research Supervision.
Member of HEC (CIEC) Inspection Committee.
Member of ACADEMIC COUNCIL Hamdard University.
Member of ETHICAL REVIEW BOARD Hamdard University.
Member Editorial Board Hamdard Educus Research Journal.

 

Dr. Mufti Shamim Akhter
Assistant Professor, HOD Islamic Studies
Hamdard University Karachi
Fazil Dars-e- Nizami from Jamia Darul Uloom Karachi.
Muthakhasis (Mufti) from Jamia Darul Uloom Hanfia Karachi.
Ph. D. (Islamic Studies), University of Karachi
04 Research Papers Approved by HEC HJRS listed Journal
07 Students working on Thesis Under my Research Supervision

 

Dr. Haseeb Ahmed Khan
Assistant Professor
Department of Islamic Studies
Hamdard University Karachi
Ph. D. (Islamic Studies), University of Karachi
03 Research Papers Approved by HEC HJRS listed Journal
03 Students working on Thesis Under my Research Supervision.

 

Dr. Ghous Uddin
Assistant Professor
Department of Islamic Studies
Hamdard University Karachi
Ph. D. (Islamic Studies), University of Karachi
05 Research Papers Approved by HEC HJRS listed Journal
Fazil Dars-e- Nizami
Muthakhasis from Jamia Darul Uloom Karachi.

 

Ms. Aisha Aftab
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Islamic Studies)

 

Mr. Abdul Waheed Usmani
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Islamic Studies)

 

D. Department of Psychology

Prof. Dr. Leenah Ãskaree
Professor, HOD, Psychology Department
Ph. D. (Psychology)
Attitudinize Psychotherapy © in Clinical Psychology
18 Research Publications
One Book
One Chapter in a Book

 

Prof. Dr. Hina Ayaz
Professor
Ph.D. (Psychology)

 

Ms. Alina Fatima
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Psychology)

 

Ms. Maryam Tahir
Lecturer

 

Ms. Amna Samar
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Psychology)

 

Ms. Fiza Ijaz
Lecturer
M.Phil. (Psychology)

 

Ms. Ujala Wasim
Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Psychology)

 

Ms. Ambreen Akhtar
Lecturer
Ph.D. Scholar (Psychology)

 

Dr. Benish Khan
Associate Professor
PhD (Psychology)
Specialization in Clinical Psychology
08 Research Articles

 

Ms. Maryam Khanum
Lecturer
Masters (MS)
Specialization in Clinical Psychology
01 Research Article
Academic Rules

Admissions to all programs at HIESS are given on merit basis, which is determined on the basis of academic qualification, entrance tests and interviews.

Admission Schedule

Admissions in different programs are offered in Spring (January / February) and Fall (July / August) semesters through advertisements at least 30 days before the commencement of each semester.

Attendance

The attendance requirement is 75%. Relaxation, if any, shall be given in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University.

Examination

The assessment is based on assignments, presentations, mid-term test and a final examination.

Degree Requirement

Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is minimum 2.5, on 4 CGPA scale, calculated for all semesters.

Promotion

Students shall not be promoted to the next semester unless they pass 75% of the courses, i.e. any student who has failed in more than one subject shall not be promoted to the next semester without clearing the subjects in General Special Examination. Below 60% marks in a subject shall be considered “Fail”.

Career Opportunities

At Hamdard University all efforts are made to equip the students with the most updated knowledge required in practical settings to make them a successful professional in the field of education.

Students are provided sufficient knowledge in areas like Special Education, Health Education, Environment and Human Rights Education in line with the recommendations of Higher Education Commission and secondary school curriculum guidelines issued by the Federal Government.

Hamdard University’s Education programs offer career opportunities to act as:

  1. Subject Specialist
  2. Senior School Teacher
  3. Academic Coordinator
  4. Students’ Counselor
  5. Curriculum Developer
  6. Educational Manager

Note: HIESS reserves the right to any change as per requirement and/or HEC/Hamdard University Criteria/ Policy

Research & Publication

Researches List (Click here to view)

Hamdard Educus (Click here to view)

Newsletter

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Sample Test Papers

GAT General (M.Phil English) (Click here to view)

Specimen – (BS Islamic Studies) (Click here to view)

Specimen BS English (Click here to view)

Specimen BS Psychology (Click here to view)

Sample test B.Ed 1.5 and 2.5 (Click here to view)

Specimen – (BS-Ed. B.Ed. ADE (Click here to view)

GAT Format PhD Linguistics

GAT Format PhD Linguistics (Click here to view)