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The University of Faisalabad

Students Handbook

2019-2020

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STUDENT HANDBOOK

Table of Contents

Serial Title

1. INTRODUCTION

2. VISION & MISSION

3. HISTORY AT A GLANCE

4. MILESTONES

5. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

6. ACADEMIC REGULATIONS AND POLICIES

7. ACADEMIC CALENDAR

8. CONVOCATION

9. SCHOLARSHIP

10. FEE POLICY

11. GRIEVANCE POLICY

12. FAIR TREATMENT POLICY

13. CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

14. ADVERTISING

15. CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT

16. HOSTEL

17. PARKING

18. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

19. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICE CENTER

20. LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE

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Introduction

This Handbook gives an introduction to the support facilities, procedures and codes of conduct relating to students pursuing studies at The University of Faisalabad (TUF). It will serve as a guide to how students can best become involved and take advantage of the opportunities available to them at TUF.

The information and instructions contained in this document are periodically updated and therefore subject to change from time to time as deemed necessary and appropriate by the University to fulfill its mission and objectives. The University reserves the right to implement such changes without prior notice.

In case of any difficulty in interpreting, understanding or referring to the contents of this handbook, or missing any particular aspect therein, reference is to be made to the HOS/Dean/Office of Registrar, in that order.

The University's administration wishes you good luck and a rewarding experience here at The University of Faisalabad.

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1. Vision and Mission

2.1. Vision To be a leading educational institution characterized by:  An intellectual environment conducive for innovative teaching and learning.  A culture of research to address the challenges faced by Pakistan.  Top quality professional Faculty meeting the local and global educational requirements.  Emphasis on Islamic / ethical values for inculcating love, patriotism and service to humanity.

1.2. Mission To pursue excellence in Education & Research with a futuristic approach and inculcate among the youth qualities of Leadership and Innovation guided by the teachings of Islam.

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2. History at a Glance

On March 17, 2002, Madinah Foundation, renowned for extending services in the social sector, launched a visionary mega project to overcome deficit of quality education in the area. The University of Faisalabad was established to cater to the educational and technological needs emerging in the progressive scenario of the Country in general and Faisalabad and surrounding areas in particular, with a missionary spirit, commitment and fervour in line with the vision of its Founders.

The University of Faisalabad is a Category ‘W-4’ University (highest grade awarded to any university by HEC for meeting the Cabinet and HEC criteria/requirement for faculty, programs, infrastructure, resources, laboratories, training facilities and endowment fund). It has the distinction of being ranked ‘FIRST’ in Pakistan in its category, in HEC ranking of universities in the private and public sector for the year 2013. Ranking is based on teaching quality, research and quality assurance systems.

The University of Faisalabad offers a diverse range of courses leading to under graduate, graduate and post graduate degrees. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment like high-tech computer laboratories, multimedia, overhead projectors, fully equipped and dedicated laboratories to meet the academic requirement.

MTH, a modern ISO 9001-2008 Certified, 650 bedded free General Hospital, is affiliated to the UMDC, Faisalabad and Faculty of Health Sciences as teaching hospital. MTH is approved by PMDC, UHS, College of Physician and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) and Pakistan Nursing Council as teaching hospital for MBBS, BDS, Postgraduate programs and Nursing programs.

The University has a noncommercial FM Radio Station “FM TUFIANS 96.6”. It broadcasts educational, entertainment, informative and other programs for the people of Faisalabad and surrounding areas.

The University provides safe and comfortable residence facilities in serene, safe and healthy surroundings for about 1200 students at Health Sciences Campus. Hostel to accommodate more than 300 male students and a separate hostel for out-station faculty members is available within the premises of Engineering Campus.

The University provides a doorway to its graduates aspiring to enter into professional fields by expert career counseling and job placement. It has established professional links with organizations, institutes and industries of repute regarding job placement of its graduates.

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3. Milestones 2002 - Laying of Foundation Stone-17 March. - Awarded Charter by Government of Punjab – 2 October. - Classes started – 15 October. - Faculty of Engineering and Technology established. Classes started – 15 October 2003 - UMDC established. MBBS Classes started – 26 September. 2004 - First batch of MBA program graduated. 2005 - Department of Pharmacy established. Pharm D Classes started – 28 February. - First batch of BBA students graduated. - 250 beds Madinah Teaching Hospital (MTH) established. 2006 - First Accreditation Visit of PEC – 29 April. - First batch of Electrical Engineers graduated. 2007 - University placed in Category ‘W’ by HEC – 27 February. - First Convocation. 225 Students graduated – 5 June. - Engineering Campus established. - First MOU signed. Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia – 6 April. - MBBS Program approved by Ministry of Health, PMDC and UHS – 13 August. - UMDC affiliated with UHS. - Intake in MBBS program increased to 100 students by PMDC. 2008 - First batch of BDS program inducted. - MTH approved as Teaching Hospital by UMDC, UHS and CPSP. - MTH Expanded – Ali Block added. 2009 - Department of Physical Therapy established. Classes of first batch started. - Second Convocation. 644 Students graduated – 16 November. - BDS program approved by Ministry of Health, PMDC & UHS – 28 January. - First batch of MBBS students graduated. 2010 - Pharm D program approved by Pakistan Pharmacy Council – 2 January. 2011 - Doctor Optometry Program started – 14 October. - PMDC increased induction in MBBS program to 150 students. 2012 - Ranked No 2 in HEC Ranking, 2012 – 27 February. - Ranked No 4 in Research in Private Sector Universities, Punjab – 7 August. - Bachelor Studies in Food Science (BSFS) program started. - Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics (DND) program started. - Completed First Decade of Charter – 2 October. - BS Nursing program approved by PNC – 9 October. 2013 - Ranked No 1 in HEC Ranking, 2013. General Universities (Small) - University placed in category ‘W-4’ (Highest rating). - Third Convocation. 1009 students graduated 17 March. - State-of-the-art Library and Information Resource Centre established. 2014 - “FM TUFIANS 96.6” Educational Radio Channel of the University inaugurated by Honorable - Imam Bin Hussain Bin Ali Zainul Abidin, Khadim-e-Roza Rasool (SAW), Madina-tul-Munawara. - Madinah Foundation sponsored tuition fee of 9 undergraduate and graduate programs of the University (MA English, MA Islamic Sciences, MBA, MSc Accounting & Finance, BBA, BS Computer Sciences, BS Interior Design, BS Nursing and BS Islamic Sciences). - MTH awarded 98.86 % marks by inspection team of Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) for implementation of Minimum Service Delivery Standards (MSDS) to ensure safety and health of patients. 2015 - Fourth Convocation. 952 students graduated -17 March - Advanced Studies Research Laboratory Established - MTH registered with Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) - MTH awarded ‘Corporate Social Responsibility Award 2015’ - MTH achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification - Pakistan’s First International Women Dental Conference held at TUF - National Conference on Nutritional Management of Geriatric Health Problems held at TUF - Signing of Agreement with Kotler Impact, globally renowned Strategic Marketing Organization led by Mr Philip Kotler, a leading scholar and educationist in the field of Business and management

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2016 - National Conference on Delivery of Health Care Services at the Doorstep of Underprivileged Community -11 May - Fifth Convocation. 950 students graduated -19 September - Signing of MoU with Association of Business Executives (ABE), UK - Signing of MoU with National Textile University, Faisalabad - Initiation of 3 new five years professional degree programs including Doctor of Radiology, Doctor of Ultrasonography and Doctor of Pathology - Started BS Software Engineering program - Radiology Lab in MTH inaugurated by Honorable Malik Muhammad Rafique Rajwana, Governor Punjab-19 September - Food & Nutrition Lab in Health Sciences Campus inaugurated by Prof Dr Naveed A Malik (SI), Rector, Virtual University of Pakistan- 19 September 2017 - National Conference on “Medical Education, Training and Clinical Practices in Pakistan; Bridging the gaps in National and International Standards”-12 April - Signing of MoU with University of the Gambia, Islamic Republic of Gambia. - 11 March - Initiation of new professional degree programs at undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate levels 2018 - ‘Breast Cancer Clinic’ established in MTH - MTH is proudly ISO 9001:2015 compliant - International seminar on “Recent Advances in Interventional Cardiology” - TUF declared as ‘ Smoke and Drug Free Institution’ by the Drug Advisory Training Hub (DATH) - Signing of MoU with Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) to promote industrial and academic linkages - International seminar on “Interventional Cardiology and Oncology” - International seminar on “ IoT in Energy Sector and SCADA System” organized by IEEE – TUF Chapter - National conference on “Breastcon 2018, New Trends in Breast Cancer Management” - National seminar on “Perspectives of Industry-Academia Linkage in Pakistan: An Insight” - ‘Alam Tower Sub Campus’ of TUF inaugurated at Lahore by Governor of the Punjab - National Islamic Conference “Jan-e-Rehmatallil Alameen” in Alam Tower Sub Campus Lahore - Sixth Convocation held. 1409 students graduated. 2019 - UMDC got 5th Position in Fourth Year MBBS result in all Punjab private Medical & Dental Colleges of Punjab - TUF received Corporate Social Responsibility Award - TUF Signs MoU with China Silk Road Cities Alliance (SRCA) in Engineering Campus – 14 March - Psoriasis clinic was established in Madinah Teaching Hospital - Intake in Post RN BSN program increased to 50 students by PNC - TUF signs MoU with University of Health Sciences Lahore. H.E Ch. Mohammad Sarwar Governor Punjab was the Chief Guest of event - 20 March - TUF signs MoU with Intellectual Property Association of Pakistan (IPAP) in Engineering Campus (by ORIC TUF) - 09 May - First International Conference on “Myopia in Pakistan, Myopia – Time Bomb” – 19-20 April - Ms Raiqa Tahir (final year MBBS student) of UMDC got 3rd position in English debate in final round of UHS Debate competition 2019 - 600 bedded Ali Fatima Teaching Hospital affiliated to Alam Tower Sub Campus Lahore inaugurated by Naqeeb- ul-Ashraaf H.E Syed Khalid Abdul Qadir Mansoor Al-Gillani (from Baghdad) – 25 September Student Teacher Center (STC) inaugurated in TUF Health Sciences wing by Naqeeb-ul-Ashraaf H.E Syed Khalid Abdul Qadir Mansoor Al-Gillani (from Baghdad) – 26 September - His Excellency Mr Iwan Suyudhie Amri, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia visits TUF – 30 September - Faisalabad’s First Directors’ Training Program organized by TUF. 25-27 October - “International Conference on Drug Delivery – ICDD 2019” held in TUF. 8-9 November

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4. Academic Programs

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty of Management Studies . Doctor of Pharmacy . BBA . MPhil Pharmaceutics . BS Aviation Management . M Phil Pharmacology . Master of Business Administration with Specialization in Finance, Marketing, HRM Faculty of Medicine & Allied Health Sciences . Executive MBA . Doctor of Physical Therapy . Master of Commerce . BS Optometry . MS Management . BS Dietetics and Nutritional Sciences . BS Medical Imaging Sciences Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences . BS Medical Lab Sciences . . BS Dermatological Sciences BS Interior Design . . BS Anesthesia Technology BS Islamic Sciences . BS English . BS Dental Technology . . BS Emergency and Intensive Care MA English . . BS Nursing MA Islamic Sciences . MA Arabic . Post RN . . MS Physical Therapy MPhil Islamic Studies . -Musculoskeletal MPhil Arabic . PhD Islamic Studies -Neuro Musculoskeletal Therapy . - Orthopedic Manual PhD Arabic . MPhil Optometry University Medical & Dental College Faisalabad Faculty of Engineering & Technology . Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery . Bachelor of Electrical Engineering . Bachelor of Dental Surgery Specialization in Electronics, Power, and Computer System . Bachelor of Chemical Engineering . Bachelor of Civil Engineering . BS Engineering Technology with specialization in Electrical and Civil . BS Computer Science . BS Software Engineering . MS Computer Science . MS Electrical Engineering . PhD Electrical Engineering

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5. Academic Regulations and Policies

PREAMBLE Notwithstanding anything contrary to the provisions of The University of Faisalabad Ordinance, 2002, the University shall offer Undergraduate, Graduate and Postgraduate degree programs approved by the Authority. These rules shall be applicable to all Undergraduate, Graduate and Postgraduate level programs offered by the University.

SHORT TITLE AND COMMENCEMENT The regulations described hereunder shall be called The University of Faisalabad Semester Regulations 2018 and shall come into force for all the enrolled students of the University at once.

DEFINITIONS In these rules and regulations unless the subject or context otherwise requires, the following expressions shall have the meanings hereby respectively assigned to them, that is to say:

a. “School” means a teaching and research School maintained and administered by the University;

b. “Academic Year” means a period of 365 days. Academic year shall have normally two semesters namely; Fall and Spring;

c. “Semester” means duration of sixteen to eighteen weeks of teaching inclusive of examinations;

d. “Authority” means any of the Authorities of the University specified in The University of Faisalabad Ordinance;

e. “Credit Hour” means one hour student-teacher classroom contact in theory, or three hours in laboratory or practical work/project/studio work per week in a semester

f. “Non-credit Course” means a course that shall be mandatory to pass but shall not be counted in calculating GPA/CGPA and shall not have any effect on the academic position of a student;

g. “Deficiency Course” means a course in which a student has been adjudged deficient by the concerned Head of School at the time of admission/migration. All deficiency courses shall be of noncredit nature.

h. “Pre-requisite Course” means a course required to be taken prior to the actual teaching of the actual course;

i. “Summer Semester” means a semester of 8 - 9 weeks duration.

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STANDARDIZED SCHEME OF STUDIES FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS OFFERED

Levels Award Type Award Example Semesters Technical/Vocational

16 Crt Hrs course work and dissertation evaluated by at least two PhD experts from 8 Doctoral PhD technologically /academically advanced countries in addition to one local expert and doctoral committee members

M Tech (Master of MS/MPhil/MS/MBA, Minimum 30 Credit Hours with 7 Masters Technology) MSc, (Eng) ME, M Tech thesis or without thesis 30

BA/BS, BE, B Arch. BSc (Eng) BSc (Agri), B B Tech (Hons) (B Tech(Hons) 8-10 semesters/124-140 Credit 6 Bachelor (Hons) Higher Education Levels Education Higher Tech) 124-140 Crt MA/MSc (16 Years), LLBA, Hours Hrs BCom (Hons), MBBS, DVM, BDS, Pharm-D

Associate B Tech (Pass) BA/BSc (Pass), B Tech Degree 4-6 semesters /50+ Credit (Bachelor in 5 (Pass) Associate Degree Ordinary Hours Technology) etc Bachelor 50 + Credit Hours

Higher DAE (Diploma of Secondary Associate Engineer) FA, FSc, ICS, I Com, DBA, 4 School A Level (College of D Com etc Higher Higher Certificate Technology /

Education Secondary Secondary (HSSC) Polytechnics)

Secondary National Vocational 3 School Matriculation O Level Certificate (Level I to certificate (SSC) 4)

Secondary Secondary

Education level Education

2 Middle ( 3 Years)

Primary (1-5 Years) 1 Pre-Primary (1-2 Years)

Basic /Elementary Education Level /Elementary Education Basic

A. LEVEL 8 STANDARDIZED SCHEME OF STUDIES FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS OFFERED

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1.1. PHD STRUCTURE, AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF LEVEL 7 OF NATIONAL QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK AND APPROVAL OF DOCTORAL COMMITTEE AND BASAR Total No. of Required Credit Hours 18 (Credit Hours of Course Work + a PhD dissertation which must be evaluated by at least two PhD experts from technologically /academically advanced foreign countries in addition to local Committee members) Semester Duration Minimum of 16 weeks of teaching excluding examinations Course Work Duration (Minimum) 1-year, two semesters Course Duration Minimum 3 years (including course work duration and Research Dissertation) Maximum 3-8 years (including course work duration) with approval of Director Research/Registrar/Controller of Examinations Number of Regular Semesters 02 Summer Session Only for deficiency courses and Research Course Load per Semester for 09-12 Credit Hours of Advanced Courses in the field Regular Full-Time Students and Research Methods * BASR is Board of Advanced Studies and research

1.2. LEVEL 7 MS/MPHIL STRUCTURE, AFTER COMPLETION OF LEVEL 6 OF NATIONAL QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK* Total No. of Credit Hours 30 (including a minimum of 24 Credit Hours of Course Work + 06 Credit Hours for Thesis or the candidates will either need to complete 30 credit hours of course work) Semester Duration Minimum of 16 weeks of teaching excluding examinations Course Duration Minimum of ¾ semesters, (1.5/2 years) for full time students and minimum of 8 semester ( 4 years) for part time students Maximum time limit of 3 years for full time students and maximum of 6 years for part time students, further extendable for one year with the approval of Statutory Bodies These policy guide lines will be the same for formal system, distance system and virtual system in respect to duration Number of Regular Semesters 04 **Summer Session Only for deficiency/failure/repetition courses (further chance through approval of statutory bodies) Course Load per Semester for 09-12 Credit Hours Regular Full-Time Students * for level qualifications; see the NQF flow chart available above

1.3. LEVEL 6 UNDERGRADUATE STRUCTURE AFTER COMPLETION OF LEVEL 5 OF NATIONAL 10

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QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK Total No. of Credit Hours 124 (Minimum) Total No. of Credit Hours 140 (Maximum) Semester Duration Minimum of 16 weeks of teaching excluding examinations Course Duration Minimum of 8 semesters ( 4 years/As per accreditation body *) Maximum time limit of 6 years, further extendable for one year with the approval of Statutory Bodies

Summer Session For deficiency/failure/repetition of maximum 2 courses of 03 credits each, Professional programs like Education, medicine and those requiring Clinical work can offer max 6-9 credit hours.

Course Load per Semester for 15-18 Credit Hours Regular Full-Time Students Minimum of 160 and Maximum 180-above** Credit hours for 5 year degree program **Subject to meeting the requirements of the respective Accreditation Councils to meet the International Standards for Credit Hours required.

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2. CREDIT HOURS FOR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE DEGREES 2.1. A credit hour means teaching/earning a theory course for one hour each week throughout the semester 2.2. One credit hour in laboratory or practical work/project shall require lab contact of three hours per week throughout the semester as per the requirement of a program. 2.3. The credit hours are denoted by two digits within brackets with a hyphen/plus in between. The first digit represents the theory part while the second digit (right side) represents the practical 2.4. Thus 3(3+0)/3(3-0) means three credit hours of theory, while 4(3+1)/4(3-1) means a total of four credit hours, of which three are of theory while one credit hour is for laboratory/studio work/field work/practical work supervised and graded by the faculty, and 4(1+3)/4(1-3) means a total of four credit hours, of which one is of theory while three credit hours are for laboratory/studio work/field work/practical work as per requirement of discipline

3. COURSE LAYOUT FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (124-140 CREDIT HOURS) 3.1. All undergraduate programs are composed of 124-140 Credit Hours in which (124 represents the minimum and 140 represents the maximum credit hours required to be completed) 3.2. Minimum of 160 credit hours for 5 years degree program subject to meeting the requirements of the respective Accreditation Councils. 3.3. In undergraduate degree programs, major courses are classified into two categories. (a) Foundation or core courses (b) Elective (courses from area of specialization/major study) 3.4. 78-87 credit hours must be earned taking a sequence of introductory, intermediate and advanced level courses prescribed for the major area of concentration that means foundation and elective (courses of area of specialization). 3.4.1. For Social and Basic Sciences The courses for Social and Basic Sciences disciplines will consist of 60-65% of curriculum towards the discipline specific areas. 3.4.2. For Engineering/Technology Programs While for the Engineering/technology program these will consist of 65-70% of curriculum towards the discipline specific areas of concentration as required by Accreditation Councils. All Undergraduate programs have a required component of 8-9 courses of 22- 25 credit of General Education. 3.5. HEC policy regarding weight age for major that means foundation and elective (courses of area of specialization), compulsory and related subjects as per templates/framework available on HEC website is followed. 3.6. An Undergraduate Degree Program usually includes theory courses, community work/thesis/research report/project and internship.

3.7. Theory: A theory course is of 03 to 04 credit hours as per requirement of discipline.

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Course Duration of Class 3 classes of 01 hour per week or Theory Course of 03 Credit Hours 1 classes of 1.5 hour per week or 1 class of 03 hours class per week Practical (Lab)Work/Field Work of 01 Credit Hour 03 hours per week 3.8. Project: Every student should write a project report/thesis/research report/project/ internship in the final year up to maximum of 06 credit hours individually on a research topic approved by Faculty. 3.9. Internship: Students should be encouraged to do internship in a relevant academic, research or business organization relating to the discipline chosen for specialization of maximum of 3 credit hours offered in any upper division semester as per requirement of discipline.

4. FALL/SPRING SEMESTER 4.1. There will be two regular semesters (Fall, Spring) in an academic year. Fall/Spring semesters will spread over 16-18 weeks (inclusive of 1 – 2 weeks for exams). Summer Semester will be of 8 – 9 weeks of concentrated study for completing remedial course work. 4.2. The University can enroll students (if they fulfill their admission criteria) for Fall/Spring semester or for any single course and issue transcript with letter grades at the end of the semester. Depending on the availability of staff and necessary facilities University can offers a summer session. Students can enroll maximum of 2 Theory courses or 1 lab course during summer sessions. 4.3. Foreign students under student exchange programme will be enrolled for any semester or for any single course and University will issue transcript with letter grades at the end of the semester. Admission offer letter of the foreign student will be forwarded to HEC for issuance of NOC.

5. SUMMER SEMESTER 5.1. Summer semester will be offered as an optional semester of 08-09 weeks duration. Students will be offered courses to remove deficiencies and can enroll in up to a maximum of 08 credit hours during summer. 5.2. Moreover, a student who has either failed or has been stopped to take the examination due to shortage of class attendance or wishes to improve his/her grade is allowed to register in summer. 5.3. A student will only be allowed to register in 1-2 courses of up to 08 credit hours for remedial work. 5.4. The contact hours per week during the Summer Semester will be doubled to ensure that the course is completely taught in a summer session with half of the duration as compared to a regular (Fall/Spring)semester

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6. COURSE LOAD FOR FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERS 6.1. The required course load for a full time undergraduate is minimum 15 credit hours per semester 6.2. A graduate student must take at least 9 credit hours in Fall and Spring semesters to be classified as a full-time student. 6.3. University may allow a student to take additional courses (02 courses of 03/04 credit hours) in a semester depending on unique circumstances of the student. 6.4. Under special unique circumstances, a student may be allowed to repeat his/her failed courses as under 6.5. Courses of the first, third, fifth and seventh semesters can be enrolled/repeat in third, fifth, seventh and ninth (where applicable) 6.6. Courses of the second, fourth, sixth and eighth semesters can be enrolled/repeat in fourth, sixth, eighth and tenth (where applicable) 6.7. Advance courses will be enrolled only after the clearance of perquisites courses. 6.8. Students with failed pre-requisites have two options; either they enroll the courses in summer session or enroll them with following session (limitation of credit hours will be observed).

7. ACADEMIC CALENDAR 7.1. The university publishes an Undergraduate and Graduate catalogues which includes schedule of its whole academic year (including fall, spring semesters), Admission requirements, Academic Programs offered, key financial aid policies of the University and scholarship opportunities for the convenience of students and Faculty members. The calendar will include the following information a. Semester starting date b. Holidays during the semester c. Semester termination date d. Mid-Term exam week e. Final exam week f. Result notification and transcript issues dates. Each transcript will have course grades, semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative GPA (CGPA). g. Controller of Examinations will be responsible for issuing the transcripts (and degree supplement form on request) to students and their faculty advisors in a timely manner to facilitate enrollment for the next semester or graduation. 7.2. In case a university is closed due to unusual circumstances, then special makeup classes shall be arranged converting weekends or holidays to working days to cover the lapsed period of the students

8. ENROLMENT/REGISTRATION IN COURSES 8.1. Enrolment in Regular Semester a. A student must enroll himself/herself for each semester till the degree program is completed. b. Student shall have to comply with the schedule as notified for enrolment from time to time.

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c. An application for enrollment on the prescribed form accompanied by the prescribed fees receipts shall be presented to the Registrar Office. d. Failing to enroll timely shall lead to the cancellation of semester registration. However s/he is eligible to register when the same semester is offered next time subject to meeting the criteria of maximum duration of the program. 8.2. Add and Drop of Courses a. The students may make any change (add/drop) in the courses they are taking within second week of the semester as per the relevant procedure prescribed by the University. b. No add and drop will be allowed after the third week of semester 8.3. Withdrawal of Courses a. Students may be allowed to withdraw from a course during 4-6 week of the semester. In such a case the transcript shall record that the student enrolled in the course and withdrew. Consequently, grade ‘W’ will be awarded to the student which shall have no impact on the calculation of the CGPA of the student b. A student withdrawing after the 6thweek shall be automatically awarded "F" grade which shall count in the GPA and stay on the transcript.

9. REPEATING COURSES/ IMPROVEMENT OF CGPA/REPEATING SEMESTER/ 9.1. Repeating Fail Courses a. If a student gets 'F' grade, s/he will be required to repeat the course or its recommended alternate if any, whenever offered by the respective School; However, “F” grade obtained earlier will also be recorded on the transcript 9.2. Repeating Course for improvement of CGPA a. An undergraduate student may be allowed to repeat a course in which s/he has obtained Grade below ‘C’. b. A graduate student (MS/MPhil) can repeat the course with grade C or below, if s/he desires to improve the grade. c. In such a case both the course and the grade obtained will be recorded on the transcript. However, only the better grade shall be calculated in the CGPA 9.3. Repeating Semester a. Student failing in a semester shall have to repeat that semester as and when offered by the University. Such student shall not be eligible to enroll in next semester without qualifying the failed/dropped semester. 9.4. Improving CGPA for Award of Degree a. A student, who obtains CGPA of less than 2.0 in undergraduate and less than 2.5 in Master / MS/ M Phil / PhD degree programs respectively at the end of the last semester, may be allowed to repeat one or two courses in which he/she has obtained the lowest grades, in order to improve the CGPA so as to obtain the minimum of 2.0 and 2.5, failing which he/she shall be dropped from the program. b. In case on CGPA improvement. It would be recorded with (Imp) on the transcript

10. ATTENDANCE 10.1. Attendance in classes is mandatory

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10.2. A student having minimum 75% attendance in lectures and practical’s (where applicable) separately shall not be allowed to take the mid and final semester examination of the course. 10.3. For a student participating and representing the University in sports/co-curricular activities of inter university/national/international level events, as verified by the Director of sports/co- curricular, the days actually spent by the student in such events shall be excluded from total lectures delivered. The percentage attendance shall be calculated after excluding this period.

11. EXAMINATIONS 11.1. In each semester, students may be required to appear in quizzes, tests, midterms, final examinations, presentations (individual/group), group discussion, and submit projects/assignments/lab reports etc. These assessment marks (to be determined by the teacher concerned) will have different weight age contributing towards the overall assessment in percent marks. This weight age may be determined on the basis of following guidelines: Nature of Examination Weight age Mid Semester Examination 30% Assignments/ Quizzes/ Presentations 20% Final Semester Examination 50% Note: In case of a course with the composition of 4(3+1), (03 credit hour theory and 01 credit hour practical) the weight age for the practical shall be considered 25% or as specified by the respective accreditation council.

11.2. In the beginning of a semester, the Instructor of each course should hand out a syllabus providing information to students that defines attendance policy, grade distribution policy, assessment criteria, paper specification, examination dates, schedule of material to be taught, take home assignment policy, required and recommended reading materials and any other information important for the successful completion of the course and its requirements 11.3. Mid Semester Examination will be conducted in the mid of a semester from the syllabus prescribed for the mid examination. 11.4. Final Semester Examination covering the full syllabus with at least 20% of the course of mid examination as well shall be held at the end of each semester. 11.5. Evaluation of Practical’s: Practical shall be assessed by the concerned teacher/internal examiners, except where there is a specific requirement from Accreditation Council. In that case the recommendation by the respective council shall take precedence. Furthermore this assessment shall be based on evaluation in two part 11.5.1. Continuous assessment based on each practical- (conduct of = 50% practical by steps, notes, notebook) 11.5.2. Final Practical /Viva Voce= 50% 11.6. Project/thesis shall always be assessed by a panel of examiners which may include minimum one external and internal examiner appointed by Rector on the recommendations of Board of Studies. 11.7. Project shall be completed within the specified period as notified by the Head of School. In case of extension, the student shall have to enroll in the next semester and pay the semester fee.

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11.8. The pass marks in each course shall be 50%. 11.9. Pass criterion in a course having Practical Part: The candidates who fail in theory or practical will be treated as Fail in that subject. Such candidates must enroll the failed subject (both theory and Practical) and appear in each part as and when the course is offered. A candidate must obtain at least 50% marks separately in theory as well as practical parts each to qualify that course. 11.10. Sessional marks awarded on the basis of assignment, test, quiz, etc. shall be displayed/ shown to the students 14 days before the final examination. 11.11. In case a student did not appear in the mid and final examinations due to discontinuation of the semester, his/her SGPA/CGPA should not be calculated. 11.12. The Controller of Examination shall be responsible for the conduct of examinations. The date sheets shall be finalized on the recommendations of the Heads of the School. 11.13. If a student is required to participate in sports/co-curricular activities representing the University, on the dates of examination, arrangements will be made by the School for holding Special Examination for him/her as soon as his/her sports/co-curricular activities are over. 11.14. There will be no Supplementary/Special Examination in a Semester System; if a student fails in a course, s/he is required to repeat it. An incomplete grade will be awarded by the faculty only in exceptional cases beyond the control of a student such as serious accidents, family tragedy, serious health ailments, etc.

12. GRADING POLICY 12.1. University follows absolute grading Methods 12.2. Attributes of absolute grading method are as under:- 12.2.1. Fixed Percent Scale. 12.2.2. Total Point Method. 12.2.3. Easy to calculate grades. 12.2.4. Easy for students to understand. 12.2.5. Consistency gives illusion of fairness. 12.2.6. Reduces competition between students. 12.2.7. Tie point systems explicitly with a domain of tasks, behaviors, or knowledge upon which the assessment will be based.

13. GRADING SYSTEM 13.1. The grading shall be done on a scale of 4. 13.2. The marks obtained by a candidate in each course are converted out of 100. 13.3. These marks are changed into grade points and letter grades according to the following criteria

Marks Range Grade Point Letter Grade 85 – 100 4.00 A 80 – 84 3.70 A- 75 – 79 3.30 B- 70 – 74 3.00 B

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65 – 69 2.70 B− 60 – 64 2.30 C- 58 – 59 2.00 C 55 – 57 1.70 C− 50 – 54 1.00 D Below 50 0.00 F 13.4. The Grade/Grade Point shall be assigned for each course according to Grading Table above, whereas, no letter grades shall be assigned to GPA/CGPA. GPA/CGPA shall be calculated up to two decimal places. 13.5. Fraction of total marks obtained in a course shall be rounded to the nearest whole, e.g. 60.5 shall be considered as 61, 60.4 will be considered as 60. 13.6. Conversion of Annual System marks to GPA/CGPA

Percentage obtained in Annual System Grade Grade Points 85% and above A 4.00 70% - 84% A- 3.66 - 3.99 55% - 69% B 2.66 - 3.65 45% - 54% C 1.66 – 2.65 33% - 44% D 1.00 – 1.65 Less than 33% Fail F 0.00 Note:

a. The range of marks defined above for a particular grade may be split further to reflect incremental grade points. b. This conversion table is only for the purpose of students who have obtained degrees under the annual system.

14. Computation of Semester Grade Point Average (GPA) and Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) 14.1. GPA This is a figure ranging preferably from 0.00 to 4.00 be used to indicate the performance of a student in the semester concerned. A standard scale of 0.00 to 4.00 is as under

GPA= Sum over all courses in a Semester (Course Credit Hours x Grade Point Earned) Total Semester Credit Hours 14.2. CGPA Semester Grade Point Average (GPA) and Cumulative Grade Point Averages (CGPAs) will be calculated using the following relationships:

Sum over all taken courses in all Semesters (Course Credit Hours x Grade Point Earned) CGPA=

Total Credit Hours taken in all Semester

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14.3. CGPA TO PERCENTAGE If Formula CGPA>=3.63 (CGPA-0.3)/0.037 CGPA>=3.25 (CGPA-0.29)/0.037 CGPA>=2.88 (CGPA-0.036)/0.036 CGPA>=2.5 (CGPA-0.28)/0.037 CGPA>=1.8 (CGPA+1.65)/0.069 CGPA>=1 (CGPA+2.16)/0.079 CGPA>0 (CGPA/0.0248)

14.4. PERCENTAGE TO CGPA If Formula Percentage >=90 3.63+(percentage-90)*0.037 Percentage >=80 3.25+(percentage-80)*0.037 Percentage >=70 2.88+(percentage-70)*0.036 Percentage >=60 2.5+(percentage-60)*0.037 Percentage >=50 1.8(percentage-50)*0.069 Percentage >=40 1+(percentage-40)*0.079 Percentage >=0 0+(percentage-0)*0.0248

15. CGPA REQUIRED FOR THE COMPLETION OF UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE DEGREE 15.1. For completion of the degree, the minimum qualifying CGPAs for BS and MS/MPhil Students are 2.00 and 2.50, respectively. 15.2. In case a student secures less than 2.00 CGPA (minimum qualifying CGPA) at the end of final Semester, s/he may be allowed to get re-admission in one or more courses, in which his/her Grade is below C, along with the forthcoming semester, provided that s/he is not debarred under the CGPA Improvement Regulation and time duration specified for the program.

16. TRANSFER OF CREDIT HOURS FOR UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE 16.1. The Rector, on the recommendations of the Standing Committee may allow migration/transfer of credits of students from HEC recognized Institutions to the University, provided that: (a) The institution concerned agree for the migration/transfer of credits of such a student; (b) Eligible candidates must satisfy the following conditions: • A student must fulfill the required entry qualification of the program.

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• A student, who has been dropped out, rusticated, expelled, or whose entry in the parent institute was banned for any reason whatsoever at any time during his/her academic career, the case for transfer of credits shall not be considered. • Credits are transferred on course to course basis i.e. a person taking course A at University X is allowed to transfer his/her credits to University Y provided that course A is equivalent to course B taught at the Y University. • Courses with credit hours and course contents equivalent to the degree program, shall be considered for transfer. • Exempted courses along with their credit hours shall be displayed on the final/official transcript but their grades obtained from the parent institution will not be displayed. Such subjects will be marked as “Transferred Credits” (TR). • S/he has to provide NOC from the institution from where migration is required. • In case of outward migration the condition of accepting institution of credit hour transfer shall be applicable. • In case of inward migration a candidate shall have to complete minimum 50% of the courses from the University of Faisalabad. • No credit hours of a course will be transferred if the grade is less than C for undergraduate and B for graduate 16.2. University can enroll (if they fulfill their criteria) for any semester or for any single class and issue the students a transcript for the courses completed.

17. REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE 17.1. A minimum number of credit hours as well as duration must be successfully completed. 17.2. MS/ PhD Candidates, in addition to completing the course work shall have to present an acceptable thesis on the basis of approved program of research. 17.3. 6 credit hours of research are mandatory for M Phil candidates. MS degree will be awarded to those candidates who complete their degree without research thesis 17.4. In case of migration/credit hour transfer, a student shall have to earn a minimum of 50% of the credit hours out of total credit hours from the University to be eligible for the award of the degree 17.5. Degree Completion Certificate Each School shall forward the degree completion form of a student subject to the fulfillment of all prescribed conditions to the controller of examinations for degree notification. 17.6. An undergraduate student must have a regular admission in the Undergraduate program of the University and should earn a minimum of 60 credit hours out of a total of 124– 140 credit hours 17.7. A MS/MPhil student must have a regular admission in the MS/MPhil program of the University, and should earn a minimum of 15 credit hours.

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18. FORMAT OF FINAL TRANSCRIPT 18.1. Final transcript for the award of degree includes following information:

FRONT SIDE:

• Name of Student • Father's Name • Date of Birth • Registration No. /Roll No. • Name of the Programme • Date of Admission into Degree Program • Semester Wise Break-up with Dates • Subjects Detail along with Credit Hours • Type of Enrollment – Full Time or Part Time • Picture of the Applicant be Printed on Transcript • Date of Completion of Degree Requirements • Mode of Study – Regular or Private or Distance Learning • Online Result Verification Key/ID (Front Side at the End of the Transcript) • GPA/CGPA and Overall Percentage against earned CGPA (at the End of the front side of Transcript) BACK SIDE:

• Basic Admission Requirement of the Programme • Previous Degree held by the Student along with Institution Name • Credit Hours Exempted/Transferred if any/applicable. • CNIC No. for Pakistani and Passport No. for Foreign Students • Grading System must be mentioned on Back Side of the Transcript • Charter Date of the University/DAI may be mentioned • Name of Campus/College be mentioned along with HEC Permission Date • Signature of Issuing Officer(s) (Front and Back Side at the end of the Transcript) diploma/transcript must have the water-mark seal on it.

19. STUDENT GRIEVANCES AGAINST COURSE INSTRUCTOR 19.1. A 05 member Committee constituted of 02 senior faculty members, relevant Head of the Department and Dean headed by Controller of Examinations to redress the grievances of the students about any course instructor or grades or for any other issue. 19.2. In respect of grade, a student must submit the grievance application if any, in writing to the Head of the Department within (07) seven working days of the receipt of the grade. The Head of Department shall forward the grievance application to the Committee. It will be mandatory for the Committee to hear both sides (student and the instructor) and will give its final decision within (05) five working days or before the

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start of registration for the new semester, whichever comes earlier. The decision of the Committee will be deemed final and will be binding on all parties. 19.3. A Departmental Committee headed by the Head/Senior Faculty Members will be constituted to check randomly a few answer papers of the final semester examination for uniformity of scoring & covering of the course content.

20. COURSES ON PASS/FAIL BASIS FOR UNDERGRADUATES Courses can be taken on pass/fail basis. These courses can be taken only out of elective courses, and the grade awarded toward these courses will not be considered in calculating the GPA or CGPA. A maximum of 9 credit hours of courses can be taken on pass/fail basis at under graduation level. This is the prerogative of the university to set the minimum GPA along with the number of semester(s) for putting a student on probation or removal from the University

21. CANCELLATION OF ENROLMENT 21.1. If a student fails to attend any lecture during the first four weeks after the commencement of the semester as per the announced schedule, his/her admission shall stand cancelled without any notification. 21.2. For re-admission the student shall have to pay the prescribed re-admission fee as notified by the University from time to time. 21.3. A student may be allowed re-admission twice during the entire degree program.

22. COURSE FILE Maintaining the Course File is compulsory for all faculty members. It should have complete record of every activity that happens during the course. The course file should contain: . Course Code and Title . Description of Course/Learning Outcomes . Course syllabus and changes, if any, made over at least 3 semesters . Weekly Teaching Schedule . Dates of Mid-Semester Examination . Grading Policy will identify each activity. Such as Homework, Quizzes, Mid- Semester Examination, Final Examination and Term Papers etc. . Copy of each Homework Assignment . Copy of each Quiz Assigned . Copy of Question Papers for Mid Semester Examination . Copy of Question Papers for Final/Semester End Examination . Grading Sheets of the Course, Detailing Statistical Data on the Grades obtained by Students . Difficulties/Problems faced by the Teacher and Students during Classroom/Course Delivery

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23. FREEZING OF SEMESTER 23.1. If a student freezes a semester (s) s/he will resume his/her studies from the same stage where s/he left (froze). No freezing during the semester will be allowed. The maximum duration of the degree program will remain the same. 23.2. If a student is not enrolled in any course in a semester, s/he will not be considered a regular student of university in that period. The student may then enroll in these courses in a subsequent semester; however, s/he will have to meet pre-requisites of any course taken. In addition, it is understood that the university is not required to offer all courses in each semester. 23.3. In special hardship cases, freezing during a semester is allowed with the prior permission of the Rector. Medical certificate must be duly signed by the University Medical Officer. 23.4. A student may discontinue his/her studies by seeking semester freeze prior to enrollment in the second/subsequent semester on medical grounds or circumstances beyond his/her control with written permission of the Head of the School concerned subject to fulfillment of condition that the student has passed the final examination of the previous semester with minimum prescribed GPA/CGPA required for academic standard of the University to remain on roll. The student shall have to pay 10% of the tuition fee per semester for the freeze semesters. 23.5. If semester fee is deposited earlier for the freezed semester, the remaining fee after deduction shall be transferred to the next semester as may be prescribed by the University regulation. 23.6. A student who sought discontinuation of a semester shall have to get approval from the Head of the School to rejoin the program before the commencement of the semester to be rejoined. 23.7. The duration of Freezing is one year; a candidate who gets a semester freeze can get readmission next year with upcoming session but hardship cases can be considered by the competent authority only. 23.8. Freezing of first two semesters for BS and first semester for MS is not allowed. 23.9. Under following special hardship circumstances freezing of first semester can be considered by the approval of competent authority o Iddat o Maternity/Delivery o Death in the immediate family o Any other subject to acceptance on justified rationale

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23.10. If a student freezes a second or subsequent semester (s), s/he will retake admission in the same semester whenever offered by the University subject to the condition of maximum time limit. 23.11. During the freezed semester, bonafide status of the student shall remain suspended.

24. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE 24.1. Medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner duly endorsed by the University Medical Officer is acceptable for the Examinations purposes in the University. 24.2. Application will be submitted within a week after recovery from sickness to the office of Register with the recommendations of Head of the concerned School and documentary evidence i.e medical certificate. Registrar Office will get the verification of documentary evidences. 24.3. A committee comprising of the following members will discuss the cases individually if deemed necessary:-  One Professor  Registrar/Nominee  Controller of Examination/Nominee  Head of the concerned School 24.4. Decision of the Rector will be considered as final.

25. PROMOTION CRITERIA/PROBATION 25.1. Promotion from First to Second Semester 1.1.1. A candidate with a minimum GPA of 0.85 in Bachelor degree and 1.0 in Master/MS/M Phil degree program in the first semester shall be promoted to the second semester. 1.1.2. A Bachelor degree candidate with GPA less than 0.85 and Master/MS/M Phil degree candidate with GPA less than 1.0 in the first semester shall be dropped from the program. 25.2. Promotion from Second to third Semester 25.2.1. A candidate with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 1.2 for Bachelor degree program and 1.75 for Master/MS/M Phil degree program shall be promoted to the third semester. 25.3. Promotion from Third and Following Semesters 25.3.1. A candidate with a minimum CGPA of 1.6 for Bachelor degree and 2.25for Master/MS/M Phil degree program shall be promoted to next semester. 25.3.2. A bachelor degree candidate with CGPA 1.4 or more but less than 1.6 and Master/MS/M Phil degree with CGPA 2.0 or more but less than 2.25 will be promoted on probation from third semester and onward. The candidate should qualify 50% of the enrolled courses in that semester; the fraction will be ignored 25.4. A student shall be allowed 2 “Probations” in an entire degree program

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25.5. Students on probation in two consecutive semesters even after attending Summer Semester in one academic year will take re-admission in that particular academic year once only. 25.6. A student shall not be allowed to improve the grade after the final notification of degree completion. 25.7. In case of valid reason / excuse, the period of study may be extended for one additional year (Two Semesters) in all university programs. The student(s) who will not complete studies within stated periods including extension shall be struck off from the rolls of the university. The students who have been given the right to extend the duration of study for one additional year are required to pay new registration fee along with normal fee for that academic year.

26. PERMISSION OF WRITER FOR SPECIAL STUDENTS 26.1. A visually impaired student may be allowed to attempt the Mid/Final Examinations of the University on Braille/ Computer/any other means of facilitation. 26.2. In case a student is physically handicapped/visually impaired, s/he may apply to the Chairperson of the respective department (with medical certificate as proof of her/his disability) for permission to engage a writer in Tests/ Examinations of the University two weeks before the start of Tests/ Examinations. S/he will be allowed 45 minutes (maximum) extra time to solve the question paper. 26.3. The qualification of the person who acts as writer of a handicapped student must be at least one step lower than that of the student. (e.g. for level 6 student, the writer should be at the most of level 5).

27. RECHECKING OF EXAMINATION SCRIPT 27.1. The answer book of a candidate shall not be re-assessed under any circumstances. 27.2. Whereas the re-checking does not mean re-assessment/re-evaluation/re-marking of the answer book. The Controller of Examination can arrange for re-checking of examination script by any faculty member from the relevant discipline on the complaint/request of students. The Controller of Examination or any officer or re- checking committee appointed shall see that: (ii) There is no computational mistake in the grand total on the title page of the answer book. (iii) The total of various parts of a question has been correctly made at the end of each question. (iv) All totals have been correctly brought forward on the title page of the answer book. (v) No portion of any answer has been left un-marked. (vi) Total marks in the answer book tally with the marks sheet. (vii) The hand-writing of the candidate tally in the questions/answer book 27.3. The candidate or anybody on his behalf has no right to see or examine the answer books for any purpose.

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27.4. The marks of a candidate could even decrease in light of (a) (iii) above. In the event of reduction of marks the record shall be corrected accordingly and revised transcript will be issued. 28. DAMAGED/LOST ANSWER SCRIPT 28.1. In an exceptional case where an answer script is damaged, lost or destroyed due to unavoidable circumstances, then the student may be given the following options: 28.2. Average marks shall be awarded to the student in that subject/course. 28.3. In case of Final Examination, if the candidate so desires, s/he shall be given another chance as a special case to take the Examination in that subject/course in the next examination and no examination fee shall be charged from the student. 28.4. In case of Internal Assessment, if the candidate so desires, s/he shall be given another chance as a special case to take the Make-up Assessment in that subject/course in the same academic session.

29. MATTERS RELATED TO DEGREES CONFERMENT 29.1. University should conduct Convocation once in a year to award the degrees to the qualified students as per criteria. 29.2. Urgent degree can be issued as per policy of University upon the request of student. 29.3. Duplicate Degree may be issued (with completion of all requirements) to a candidate in case the original degree is lost/damaged or in case of change in the name of candidate. The candidate has to apply to the Controller of Examinations for the issuance of duplicate degree along with the relevant documentary proof as per University rules. 29.4. The Duplicate Degree shall be signed by the Controller of Examinations only.

30. AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS 30.1. Medals/Prizes/Rolls of Honor/Positions will be awarded to the students passing their internal as well as external examinations/term papers in the Annual as well as Semester System in the first attempt. 30.2. In the Semester System, Letter Grades will be awarded on the basis of GP / GPA / CGPA and Positions would be given on the basis of CGPA. In case two or more students are acquiring same CGPA only then the Position would be decided on the basis of percentage among those students. 30.3. The disciplines where number of students is less than 05, no position will be awarded in semester system 30.4. No medal and roll of honor will be granted to candidates who passed the examination in 2nd attempt 30.5. The result of the candidate is not declared within the prescribed time of the degree and then no medal will be awarded. 30.6. No Medal/Roll of Honor will be awarded in the case of improving CGPA. 30.7. Only one medal (silver) will be awarded to the top position holder if the class size in the passing (last semester) is up to 25 but not less than 05 students of the graduating session. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded if the number of students in a group exceeds 25 in semester system.

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31. ACADEMIC HONOR CODE TO ENSURE STUDENT AND FACULTY ACADEMIC INTEGRITY 31.1. University implements a code of academic integrity for all faculty and students to stay away from academic dishonesty in all scholarly endeavors. For any violation of the code, appropriate disciplinary steps prescribed in the honor code will be taken. 31.2. HEC policy for plagiarism will be a prominent part of the Honor Code. A clearly defined process of due diligence by HEIs is mandatory to deter academic dishonesty and promote ethical principles governing academic behavior.

32. INDISCIPLINE IN EXAMINATION Any candidate found guilty of following matters, his/her case will be submitted to Unfair Means Cases Committee constituted by the University (a) Removes a leaf from his/her answer book (b) Submits forged or fake documents in connection with the examination. (c) Commits impersonation in the examination. (d) Copies from any paper, book or notes (e) Mutilates the answer book. (f) Possesses any kind of material, which may be helpful to his/her in the examination. (g) Does anything that is immoral or illegal in connection with the examination and which may be helpful to him/her in the examination. (h) Refuses to obey the invigilation staff or refuses to follow the instructions issued by the University in connection with the examination. (i) Misbehaves or creates any kind of disturbance in or around the examination center (j) Uses abusive or obscene language on the answer script. (k) Possesses any kind of weapon in or around examination Centre. (l) Possesses any kind of electronic device which may be helpful in the examination

Protocol of forwarding case to the Committee Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Assistant Controller Case shall be forwarded by Examinations shall prepare Controller of Examinations the concerned invigilator to minute sheet of cases and Convener of Unfair Means shall seek approval of the Office of Examination forward to Controller of Committee shall call a Rector on the with written statement and Examinations through meeting recommendations necessary proofs Deputy Controller of Examinations Concerned students shall Controller of Examinations Student shall be called by be heard and After approval Controller of shall forward case to the the Examination Office for recommendations shall be Examinations shall notify Convener of Unfair Means initial statement forward to the Controller of decisions of Committee Committee Examinations Unfair Means Committee Following Committee is constituted to deal with the cases of using unfair means during examination as under One Professor Convener Head/Nominee of the Concerned School Deputy Convener Deputy Controller of Examination Member The quorum of a meeting of committee shall be three, presence of Convener or Deputy Convener is mandatory.

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Penalties Committee shall recommend following penalties keeping in view the nature and intensity of offence. (a) Cancellation of paper * (b) Suspension from programme for one semester (c) Heavy or light fine (d) Expulsion forever from the University (e) A written warning may be issued to the student concerned and a copy of the same may be displayed on the Notice Board under intimation to his/her parents/guardians; (f) A student may be placed on Probation for a fixed period. If s/he fails to improve his/her conduct during probation, the case shall be forwarded to the University Discipline Committee which may recommend even rustication for a semester or more. * Unfair Means Cases Committee will decide that the student will have to appear in summer semester/with regular semester for the cancelled paper

Appeal against the decision of Unfair Means Cases Committee If a student is not satisfied by the decision of the Unfair Means Cases Committee, s/he can submit his/her appeal within a week after the decision of the Committee to the Rector No appeal shall lie against the decision of the BOG.

33. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 33.1. Director Quality Enhancement Cell will arrange the evaluation of every course instructor in each semester by the students on what they have been taught by him. The evaluation will be got done during the last week of the semester on a predesigned Proforma on line without the presence of course instructor. The evaluation will be shared with the concerned faculty member for his/her information/improvement. 33.2. The student will not indicate his/her name, registered number or any other identification mark. This process will be fully transparent and free from any favoritism and prejudice.

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6. Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar 2019-2020

FALL 2019 SEMESTER - I SPRING 2020 SUMMER 2020 Description Sub Campus Sem- II Sem-IV, VI, Undergradua MPhil PhD Islamic Lahore & VIII and X IV, VI, VIII te (HSW/EW) (EW) Studies School of and X MPhil (HSW) Nursing Commencement of Classes 30-09-2019 18-10-2019 14-11-2019 04-11-2019 16-03-2020 06-01-2020 01-06-2020

Mid Semester Examinations 16-12-2019 16-12-2019 06-01-2020 30-12-2019 25-05-2020 09-03-2020 29-06-2020

Deadline for Submission of Result 30-12-2019 30-12-2019 17-01-2020 10-01-2020 06-06-2020 19-03-2020 08-07-2020 of Mid Semester Examinations Deadline for submission of 03-02-2020 03-02-2020 16-02-2020 10-02-2020 20-07-2020 20-04-2020 13-07-2020 Assignments/Quizzes Result Attendance lock 12-02-2020 12-02-2020 26-02-2020 26-02-2020 28-07-2020 29-04-2020 22-07-2020

Collection of Admit Cards 14-02-2020 14-02-2020 28-02-2020 28-02-2020 30-07-2020 01-05-2020 24-07-2020

Final Semester Examination 17-02-2020 17-02-2020 02-03-2020 02-03-2020 03-08-2020 04-05-2020 27-07-2020

Semester Termination Date 29-02-2020 29-02-2020 13-03-2020 13-03-2020 14-08-2020 16-05-2020 25-07-2020

Submission of results to the Controller of 09-03-2020 09-03-2020 17-03-2020 17-03-2020 20-08-2020 27-05-2020 05-08-2020 Examinations

Declaration of Results by the 13-03-2020 13-03-2020 19-03-2020 19-03-2020 22-08-2020 29-05-2020 07-08-2020 Controller of Examinations

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7. Convocation

The University of Faisalabad will hold its Convocation to honor the graduates' commitment and dedication to academic success. Rehearsal is mandatory for all graduates.

The Convocation is an auspicious occasion which all students look forward to. As there will be large number of attendees from the corporate sector who matter a great, especially for the placements of our students after they graduate from TUF. Therefore, it is necessary for our students to put on their best behavior during the convocation. Here are some important instructions to be followed by all attendees in order to ensure that the convocation is conducted in a dignified manner. Keeping in view the decorum of the ceremony, the graduates are requested to please observe the following rules during the proceedings of the Convocation.

1. The candidate must wear Academic Costumes in strict conformity with the Regulations both on the Rehearsal day as well as in the Convocation day , otherwise they will not be admitted to the Convocation. 2. Convocation gowns and caps should be worn as defined. Gown string should be properly tied and the tassel on the cap should be on the right side. 3. Wearing of jeans, joggers, open shoes/ sandals (males only), T-Shirts are prohibited on the day of the convocation. Anyone who is improperly dressed will not be allowed to attend the convocation proceedings. 4. Candidates will be issued identity cards at the time of submission of the convocation fee. ID cards must be worn by the students and be presented on demand on the Rehearsal day as well as on the convocation day. 5. On the Rehearsal day the Duty Officer will punch the identification cards of the candidates. Every candidate must get his/her card punched and those possessing un-punched identification cards on the convocation day will run the risk of not being admitted to the convocation hall. 6. If on account of mishap or misplacement, a candidate loses his/her identification card, he/she should report the matter at once to the Deputy Controller Examinations. 7. The candidates must bring their original National identity cards with them. 8. Good behavior and good manners are reflective of good up bringing with decent family background, good education and well-groomed personality. Students should conduct themselves in dignified manners throughout the proceedings of the convocation. 9. Students are requested to maintain pin-drop silence during the convocation proceedings. They should avoid talking or discussing anything among themselves. 10. Students should sit properly, straight and erect on their seats. 11. Smoking and bringing edibles inside the convocation area is strictly prohibited.

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12. Cell phones must be switched off. 13. Students may bring Cameras/ Video Cameras inside the convocation area but may not approach the stage anytime when the convocation proceedings are in progress. 14. There should be no whispering or talking among each other once the academic procession enter in the convocation hall. 15. Student should face the camera while receiving the award from Chancellor/ Chief Guest. A photographer will be available to take the photographs. 16. Student should show utmost courtesy and respect to the Chancellor/ Chief Guest by saying “Thank You Sir” upon receiving his/her medal. 17. No Student will be allowed to leave the convocation area before the conclusion of the convocation proceedings. They will leave only after final announcement is made by the Master of the ceremony. 18. Students will leave the convocation area in an orderly manner starting from the back rows first. 19. There should be no rushing out in any case. 20. A photographer will be available at the venue for taking snaps. 21. Group photographs with the Chancellor/ Chief Guest, Chairman BOG, Rector, Deans and Faculty will be done after the conclusion of convocation. 22. Photographs of students receiving their medals from the Chancellor/ Chief Guest will be made available to them at the office of student affairs. 23. Students are welcome to have their personal snaps taken at their own cost. This will be entirely between the student and the Photographer. 24. Interviews of the Gold Medalists will be published in the Newsletter of the university, They will be given brief questionnaire which they would be required to fill out and hand over to Director (Press and Publications) at the end of the convocation. 25. Random interviews of the gold medalists and graduating students will also be recorded. After the conclusion of convocation proceedings, interested students are requested to make themselves available at the Media desk after the convocation. 26. Arrangements for hi tea of students and their parents have been made in the University Campus lawn. 27. Schedule of degree distribution shall be announced to the graduates

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8. Scholarships Scholarships shall be awarded to the position holders in semester examinations of the University by the sponsors – Madinah Foundation. No student shall hold more than one scholarship at a time. The amount of scholarship shall be equally distributed among students in case there is more than one student getting equal percentages marks. If a student fails to make satisfactory progress, or has been guilty of gross misconduct or has been irregular in attendance the scholarship will be withdrawn. Each Scholar shall be at once informed of his/her having been awarded a scholarship.

Number and amount of scholarship to be awarded for each semester examinations from intake Fall-2013 will be as under. a. Number of Scholarships a.1. One scholarship will be awarded if the class size is between 5 to 19. a.2. The maximum no. of scholarship will be equal to 10% of the class size for the eligible candidates if the class size is 20 or more. The fraction will be ignored b. Amount of Scholarship b.1 Award of scholarship of amount of Rs 20,000/- if a candidate gets 90 % or more marks. b.2 Award of scholarship of amount of Rs 15,000/- if a candidate gets 87.5 % to 89.99 % marks. b.3 Award of scholarship of amount of Rs 10,000/- if a candidate gets 85 % to 87.49 % marks.

Titles of Scholarships To acknowledge the contributions for the promotion of higher education and establishment of The University of Faisalabad theses scholarships named as under. The winners of these scholarships in a class shall be as many as 10% of the size of the class. :-

Fatima Scholarship of Rs 20, 000/- shall be awarded to every student securing more than 90% marks in the semester result

Zainab Scholarship of Rs 15,000/- shall be awarded to students who secure 87-5% to 89.99 % marks in the semester result

Rafiq Scholarship f Rs 10,000/- shall be awarded to students securing 85% to 87-49% marks in the semester result.

Complementary Degree Programs Scholarship amount shall not be disbursed to the students availing financial assistance from TUF or from Madinah Foundation. However, a merit certificate shall be awarded to such students.

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10. Fee policy

1. Purpose The purpose of this document is to establish general policies and procedures for collection of student fee at The University of Faisalabad.

2. Scope This policy is applicable to students, parents/guardians and staff who are involved in dealing with financial matters.

3. Fee Categories Student will be charged fee in following categories at rates prescribed from time to time by the Finance and Planning Committee

3.1. Security: A refundable security (once only) will be charged at the time of admission. Any amount recoverable from the student will be adjusted against security at the time of with drawl/passing out of the student. 3.2. Admission Fee: A non-refundable admission fee (once only) will be charged at the time of admission from the student being admitted in any discipline. 3.3. Document Verification Fee: Document verification fee (once only) will be charged from student at the time of admission for verification of certificate/ degree from the institution last attended. 3.4. Semester Fee: Semester fee will be received in advance before the commencement of each semester. Semester fee includes: a) Tuition Fee b) Semester Registration Fee c) Examination Fee d) Tour Charges (to be consumed for academic tour in each semester) e) Sports Fund (to be utilized for extracurricular activities of students) f) Students’ Welfare Fund (to support student to pursue higher studies abroad) g) Contribution Women Foundation (to help out poor/needy students and emloyees of TUF) 3.5. Hostel Fee (where applicable): Hostel fee will be charged annually from the students availing the boarding and lodging facility of the University. However, under special circumstances, semester wise or monthly hostel fee may be charged. 3.6. Others: Additionally, fee against the issuance of following degrees, certificates and verification will be charged as and when required. a) Regular degree b) Degree in absentia c) Duplicate/ revised degree d) Graduate directory fee e) Transcript for any number of semester

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f) Duplicate/ revised transcript g) Result card for any number of semester h) Provisional certificate i) Duplicate provisional certificate j) Duplicate registration card k) Duplicate student identity card l) Duplicate admit card Fine for not depositing student identity card while leaving the university m) Remarking of answer book n) Certificates o) Migration/ no objection certificate p) Character certificate q) To whom it may concern r) Bonafied certificate s) Language proficiency certificate t) HEC degree attestation letter u) Attestation from the University v) Original documents in sealed envelopes of the university i.e., transcript, degree or certificates w) Verification charges 4. Fee Structure Fee structure of each degree programs is approved by the Finance and Planning Committee for each session. However, university reserves the right to introduce or alter fee at any time without prior notice. A moderate increase in tuition fee will be charged annually to cover the inflationary trend in the country.

5. Payment of Dues 5.1. Applicant, who receive an offer of admission are required to pay their dues prior to commencement of classes in order to secure their admission. The applicant who does not pay his/her dues within due date will forfeit his/her right of admission. 5.2. Candidate getting admission will be required to submit post dated cheques against each semester for complete degree program at the time of admission. Additional cheques will be submitted/ replaced by the student whenever there is a raise in fee.

6. Procedure of Fee Payment 6.1. Semester fee will be received in advance. 6.2. All fee payments will be made according to the notified schedule. 6.3. All cheques will be presented in bank on due date as per the schedule. 6.4. Student desirous of paying fee in cash will collect fee challan from accounts department for fee deposit in designated bank before one week of due date. Cheques of such student will be returned to them accordingly.

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6.5. Fee Installment: Student desirous of paying fee in installments will be given following three options at the time of admission or during degree program after proven need due to financial hardships.

i. Two installments: 1st installment 50 % of the tuition fee along with all other charges 2nd installment (8 weeks after the start of classes) 50% of tuition fee ii. Three installments: 1st installment 50 % of the tuition fee along with all other charges 2nd installment (6 weeks after the start of classes) 25% of the tuition fee 3rd installment (10 weeks after the start of classes) 25% of the tuition fee iii. Monthly Installments: a) 5% service charges will be paid by the student along with the installment amount. b) Student will submit “Installment Request Form” minimum one week before the notified date. c) Post dated cheques will be submitted/ replaced for each installment. d) All applications for fee installment will be processed within a week of submission. e) Students defaulting payment in a semester will not be entitled for installments in subsequent semesters. 6.6. Fee Extension: a) Student unable to pay fee by due date may apply for extension. Extension can be granted on payment of Rs 100 per day fine, maximum one day before the commencement of classes. b) Cheque of student availing concession will not be presented in bank. c) Cheque dishonor policy will be applied on the student applying for extension after the due date (when cheque is presented and the same is dishonored). 7. Cheque Dishonor Fine In case a cheque submitted by student is dishonored, the following policy will be applicable:- 7.1. First Time: A fine of Rs 1,000 along with services charges of 10% on cheque amount and Rs 100 per day is to be charged (w.e.f. due date) from the student. 7.2. Second Time: A fine of Rs 1,500 along with services charges of 10% on cheque amount and Rs 100 per day is to be charged (w.e.f. due date) from the student. 7.3. Third Time: Legal action will be taken against the student. Dishonored cheque will not be represented and fee in cash/ draft will be recovered from the students. 8. Withdrawal from Academic Program

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Student withdrawing from degree program is required to submit the student's clearance form to Registrar Office. Students who do not follow the process will not be eligible for any refund of fee or security.

9. Change of Program of Study Student will be entitled to change degree program once in an academic career and within two weeks of commencement of classes.

In case of change of degree program, student will be required to pay fee of new degree program and replace all post dated cheques accordingly.

10. Refund Policy 10.1. If a student withdraws from the academic program, following refund policy of HEC adopted by TUF will be applicable: Application Date Amount to be refunded Within 7 days of commencement of classes or Full tuition fee will be refunded joining of classes (incase student is admitted late). From 8th to 15th day of commencement of 50% of the tuition fee will be classes refunded After 15th day of commencement of classes . No refund

10.2. Full fee of a student who is not promoted to next semester (for which the fee is paid) will be refundable. 10.3. Fee refund will be applicable from the date of submission of withdrawal application to Registrar Office. 10.4. Fee of the running semester will not be refundable if student is expelled / suspended due to disciplinary reason(s) during the semester.

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11. Grievance Policy

Introduction A grievance is a formal complaint by a student if he or she feels to have been treated unfairly by any of the administrative staff, faculty members or students. Unfair doing to anyone can adversely affect the rights and privileges of student and therefore need be treated with urgency and sensitivity.

Aim

This Grievance Policy aims to provide a well-defined, appropriate and flexible structure for an impartial, systematic and swift resolution of grievances. It further ensures to pay attention not only to the issues of procedural integrity, but also to considerations of substantive fairness.

Scope The policy shall apply to all the students of The University of Faisalabad.

Grievance Procedure Grievances policy consists of three steps with following time limits

Step I Grievance must be filed on a specified proforms within 7 working days of the event(s) that lead to the grievance to Head of Department. Step II The grievance must be filed at Step II within 7 working days of the written response at Step I. Step III The grievance must be filed at Step III within 7 working days of the written decision of Associate Dean at Step II.

Step I – Informal Step:

The student shall bring in record his/her problem through the Head of Department in consultation with office of Student Affairs.

In case student is not satisfied and he/she wishes to pursue the matter, the student must begin the steps of the formal procedure not later than 7 working days. Office of Student Affairs will record the proceedings of the matter.

Step II –Formal Step: The student may submit a formal grievance complaint in writing (on specified proforma) to the office of Student Affairs within 7 working days of the date on which he/she received the outcome of step I. The grievance complaint must include:

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1. A brief statement of the allegations including the statement of the facts as perceived by the grievant 2. A summary of the informal attempts at step I 3. Suggested remedy by the grievant Office of the student affairs will review the materials and submit them to Dean/Head of the associated faculty of the grievant. Within 7 work days of receipt of the written complaint, the Dean shall complete any consultation and shall notify the decision to the grievant and respondent in writing, with a copy of the findings to the Registrar/Additional Registrar of the university. Step III – Appeal If acceptable mediation of the grievance is not achieved within 7 working days of filing with the Dean, the student may request to the office of Student Affairs to forward the complaint to the Grievance Committee. Office of the student affairs shall forward the complaint to chairperson of the Grievance Committee. Grievance Committee:

The Grievance Committee is composed of five members, to be appointed by Rector and shall be reconstituted after every three years as under:

Senior Professor Head/Coordinator of the concerned department Two faculty members of the rank of Assistant Professor or above Member of Office of Student Affairs

Three members of the grievance committee shall complete a quorum for hearing.

The committee shall hear the grievance, investigate all pros and cons of the case and submit a written recommendation to the Rector for final approval within 7 working days. The decision of the Rector shall be final. Office of Student Affairs will issue decision letter to both the parties.

Documentation Copy of the decision shall be forwarded to both the parties, office of student affairs for student’s personal file record and concerned head of the department.

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12. Fair Treatment

Introduction

The University of Faisalabad is committed to create an environment where everyone has a fair chance for smooth working and decision making. The university recognizes that everyone has a right to work in an environment in which the dignity of all is respected and which is free from harassment and bullying. It is committed to preventing and eliminating intimidation in any form.

Fair Treatment Policy affirms that all members of the University community- its students, faculty, staff, and visitors – have the right to participate in activities at the University without the fear of discrimination or harassment. Scope

This policy is applicable to all students, employees, staff, job applicants, volunteers, visitors and contractors. It seeks to encourage an inclusive, respectful and fair environment where no one is treated less favorably. This policy specifically addresses the following:

 Harassment  Vilification  Sexual Harassment  Bullying  Victimization

Policy Application

1. Harassment

Harassment is unwanted, unwelcomed and uninvited behavior that demeans, threatens or offends the victim and results in a hostile environment for the victim. Harassing behavior may include, but is not limited to, epithets, derogatory comments or slurs and lewd propositions, assault, impeding or blocking movement, offensive touching or any physical interference with normal work or movement and visual insults, such as derogatory posters or cartoons. Whether the action was intended to cause offence or not, if anyone subjected to the behavior finds it unacceptable and he or she feels damaged or harmed by it, this potentially constitutes harassment.

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2. Vilification

Vilification is behavior that incites hatred, serious contempt for, or revulsion or severe ridicule of a person or group of people because of their sect or religion.

3. Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is any unwanted or unwelcome sexual behavior, which makes a person feel offended, humiliated or intimidated. Complaints about sexual harassment will be dealt with in accordance with the Complaints Procedure.

4. Bullying

Bullying means persistent or repeated unwarranted criticism, threats, abusive or insulting words, behavior or written signs, either in public or private, which humiliate and affect the dignity of the individual.

Complaints Procedure

Following procedure is adopted to process the complaints.

Step I – Informal Procedure If an unwanted behavior falls within the Fair Treatment Policy, the complainant shall make an effort, if possible, to advise the person and shall keep a detailed record of the behavior experienced including date(s), time(s), location(s) and witness(es). This information may be of assistance when/if the behavior continues or if the complainant decides to pursue the issue at a later date. Step 2- Reporting The employee/student may submit a formal complaint (on a specified proforma) if step I has failed and the behavior continues to the office of Registrar within 7 working days of the date on which he/she received the outcome of step I. The formal complaint must include: 1. Nature of the complaint, and detailed record of events including time, date, location and witness (if any) 2. A summary of the informal attempts at step I 3. Suggested remedy/solution by the complainant

The dealing office shall review the materials to be with the scope of Fair Treatment Policy and forward it to the Dean of the respective faculty. Dean/nominee shall act as mediator and complete the consultation with both complainant and respondent. The mandate of the mediator and/or facilitator is to bring the complainant and the respondent together to explore each other's point of view and to assist the parties in reaching a mutually satisfactory

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Step - 3: Appeal and Investigation If the issue is not resolved after mediation, the complainant may file a formal complaint in writing and request for investigation to the office of Registrar within 7 working days of the date on which he/she received the outcome of step II. The Registrar shall forward the complaint to Appeal Committee comprising of the following:- 1. Senior Professor 2. Head/Coordinator of the concerned department 3. Two faculty members (Not less than the rank of Assistant Professor) 4. One administrative staff (Not less than the rank of Assistant Registrar)

The committee shall investigate and conduct hearing and submit a written recommendation to the Rector through Registrar for final approval within 7 working days. Registrar shall issue decision letter to both the parities.

Documentation Copy of the decision shall be kept in the personal file for record.

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13. Conflict of Interest

The University has adopted a policy to address conflicts of interest so as to ensure that its activities and those of its staff and students, are conducted to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Aim The aim of this policy is to effectively identify, disclose and manage any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest in order to protect the integrity of the institution and manage risk.

Recognizing Conflicts of Interests

The following set of activities may create a conflict of interest:

 Involvement of a faculty member in teaching/research at another institution without disclosure and approval  Use of the name of the University or any mark, symbol or logo, as part of or in connection with outside activities, other than reference to their affiliation with TUF for identification purpose  Competing, directly or indirectly, with TUF in the provision, purchase or sale of any property, goods or services or in other activities in which the university is or might reasonably and appropriately become engaged  Appropriating or diverting a business or financial opportunity that the person knows or should know that TUF is pursuing or is considering pursuing or reasonably might be interested in pursuing if it were aware of the opportunity  Soliciting business that the person knows or should know would or might disturb an existing professional or business relationship that TUF has with any member of the University community or outside entity  Obtaining, using or disclosing confidential information of TUF for direct or indirect personal interest, profit or advantage or, for a purpose that may be detrimental to the institution  Holding, directly or indirectly, an ownership or other financial interest (such as a royalty interest) or having an Employment/Management Role in an enterprise that is a competitor of TUF or promoting the interests of such enterprise at TUF  Accepting gifts (including entertainment), a loan (other than an arm’s length loan made in the ordinary course of business from a banking or other financial institution) or a favor of more than nominal value from any person or entity with a business relationship, or seeking to have a business relationship with TUF or its faculty, employees, students, alumni’s parents or patients if the offer or acceptance of the gift could reasonably be viewed as intended to influence the business relationship of the university.

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The above situations present the risk that a person will make a decision based on, or affected by, these influences, rather than in the best interests of the institution and must be managed accordingly.

Identification and disclosure of conflicts of interest

1. Once an actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest is identified, it shall be entered into TUF’s Register of interests, as well as being raised with the office of the Registrar. The Register of interests shall be maintained by Registrar Office and shall record information related to a conflict of interest (including the nature and extent of the conflict of interest and any steps taken to address it). 2. The Finance and Planning Committee of the University shall nominate the members for the Conflict of Interest Committee initially for three years which will be reconstituted at the expiry of the period.

Conflict of Interest (COI) Committee

The COI Committee is recommended to be composed of as under:

Rector Chairperson Director Finance Convener One Professor Member Registrar Member

Three members of the committee shall complete a quorum for meeting.

The committee shall consider the following for deciding any action to be taken:

 Whether the conflict needs to be avoided or simply documented  Whether the conflict will realistically impair the disclosing person’s capacity to impartially participate in decision-making  Alternative options to avoid the conflict  Institution’s objects and resources  The possibility of creating an appearance of improper conduct that might impair confidence in, or the reputation of, the institution The approval of any action shall require the agreement of a single majority of the committee members. The committee will submit a written recommendation to the chairman BOG for final approval. The decision of the chairman BOG shall be final.

Registrar will issue decision letter to the concerned.

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14. Advertising

The purpose of this policy is to implement a process that ensures that best practices are exercised for a consistent public image of the University

All University advertising shall be coordinated with the Registrar office. This shall include all forms of paid and free advertising, including print (newspaper, magazine, etc.), broadcast (radio and television), web and digital/social media, billboards. The content of any advertisement shall not include:

. Political, un ethical or offensive religious material . Promotion of use of tobacco, drugs or weapons . Anti-Pakistan slogans or material . Any material that could cause defamation of TUF or its associated staff . Pirated material

Student-run societies shall bear all the expenses related to printing and affixing of the advertisements. In case of any damage to the property of TUF while fixing, the concerned society shall bear the charges for the damage.

The University Press and Publications Office has the sole authority to execute all advertising commitments and contracts and has the responsibility to ensure that consistent University design and copy standards are met.

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15. Code of Student Conduct

a. Dress Code . In order to maintain academic dignity and sanctity of the institution, students are required to wear decent dress keeping in view the local cultural values. . Male students are required to wear dress shirts and trousers. Shirts must always be tucked inside the trousers. T-shirts, Jeans, Jackets and Joggers are not permitted in the campus. Male students will be properly shaven with trimmed moustaches if applicable. Similarly students with beards will regularly trim them. Chappals without strap are not allowed. . Female students are required to wear white Shalwar Kameez with full sleeves and dupatta/scarf of the prescribed color, black shoes and black sweater. Female students should avoid flashy clothes, jewelry, anklet, make up, open shoes or shoes with heals and noise.

b. Mobile Phone Use of Mobile Phones is not allowed in the administrative and academic block of the University premises. Student found using mobile phone in the University premises will be fined Rs 500/- for the first time. Second offence will be fined Rs 1000/-. For the third offense the mobile phone will be confiscated.

c. Identity Cards The University ID card identifies a student as a registration member of the student. Provision of all TUF facilities shall be subject to availability of TUF ID Card. Therefore, students are encouraged to receive their ID cards from Office of Registrar, immediately after admissions.

It is mandatory for all students to properly display TUF ID card while entering the premises of the University. If a student does not possess ID card, s/he will be fined every time this happens.

The ID card is non-transferable, must be carried at all times, and presented upon demand by a University official or security guard; failure to do so may subject the student to disciplinary action.

ID cards found by a non-owner should be returned to the Office of Registrar as soon as possible. Office of Registrar shall send an email to the owner of the found ID card with notification that the ID card was found and should be claimed as soon as possible.

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Any transfer, alteration, falsification, or forgery of a Student ID card constitutes a violation of University policy and may result in an appropriate disciplinary action to be determined by the Office of Registrar. In addition, fraudulent or illegal use of the campus identification card may result in criminal charges and/or civil proceedings.

This card is void upon termination or interruption of enrollment.

The student is supposed to surrender the ID card upon the request of a University official/ or incase of breach of the university code of conduct.

d. Academic Discipline Students are encouraged to meet faculty members available during their scheduled office hours for the purpose of seeking guidance and counseling.

e. Academic Culture TUF management strives to provide the students an academically congenial and culturally conducive learning environment. Hooliganism, agitation or pressure tactics will not be tolerated.

In case of any problem, students will directly communicate with the concerned official or faculty member.

f. Respect of Teachers All students are advised to give full respect to teachers. Any misbehavior or misconduct may lead to the cancellation of registration in that course by the teacher.

g. Abuse, Assault, Threatening Behavior These include intentional or reckless acts endangering, threatening or causing physical or mental harm to any person or oneself on the University premises or at University- sponsored activities, or intentionally causing reasonable apprehension of such harm including, but not limited to abusive language and/or physical or verbal intimidation, harassment, coercion.

h. Firearms, Explosive and Other Weapons There is a total ban on illegal or unauthorized use, possession, or storage of firearms, explosives (including, but not limited to fireworks), other weapons, or dangerous chemicals on the University premises, whether or not the possessor is duly licensed to hold that firearm.

i. Alcohol/Drugs/Intoxicants

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. The University prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, sale, possession or use of alcohol or any drug by any of its students on its premises or as part of any of its activities. . In case of recovery of drugs from any of the students, strict disciplinary action shall be taken to ensure compliance with this policy in the future, which can range from heavy fines, suspension or even rustication/termination. . If necessary the FIR will be lodged as per law of PPA. The complete TUF, academic building, library, cafeteria, lawns, grounds and parking corners are smoke-free. . Smoking is prohibited at all times in escort and shuttle buses. . Display of cigarette packs, cigarettes and lighters is strictly prohibited in smoke-free areas of the University, as it gives motivation and encouragement to others as well. . The sale of tobacco is banned in University's premises. . All students will be made aware of the policy at orientation stage. . Visitors not adhering to the policy will be asked to comply or leave the premises.

j. Use of Resources Students have access to a wide array of resources including libraries, extensive computing and network facilities and laboratories. These resources make time at TUF a special privilege, and students have both rights and responsibilities regarding their use. To safeguard the integrity of such resources, the University relies on its students to use them with care, appropriately, and as authorized; to respect the rights of others who also have access; and to observe the rules granting access to, and use of, those resources. Failure to abide by the rules governing their use ordinarily will result in disciplinary action.

k. Students’ Interaction with Employees All employees of the University will be given due respect and courtesy at all times. Students wishing to represent any point or requirement/request to the Management must not barge into any office of the Management.

l. Sign Boards/Notice Boards Students are expected to read the notices/ instructions daily displayed on the Notice Board. All notices and instructions must be followed in letter and spirit.

m. Avoid Politics Involvement of students in any political or sectarian activity whatsoever while in the University is not allowed. This includes any sort of grouping among students for ulterior motives. Administration and Faculty will monitor student’s activities and ensure cordial and healthy social culture in the University.

n. No Smoking Campus

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The University is a 'No Smoking' area. Students are strictly forbidden to smoke in the Campus, inside the University premises, hostel and cafeteria or on the roads inside the University. First offence will be fined Rs 500/-. Second offence will be fined Rs 1000/- along with a written warning. For the third offence the matter will be referred to the Disciplinary Committee.

o. Fooling/ Bullying/ Ragging The University does not allow any kind of fooling / bullying or ragging with new students. To set a healthy environment all old-students are well advised to treat the new students with kindness and help or guide them for any problem they may be facing. Administration and Faculty will ensure strict compliance of the policy.

p. Creating Disturbance Students will not scream or shout or make unnecessary noise in the Corridors or the Academic block. Playing of personal radios, cassettes and personal stereos are not permitted in the University Campus.

q. Drinks and eatables Drinks and eatables can be taken only inside the cafeteria. Students may sit on the benches provided throughout the Campus during break time. Students will not leave litter around the University Campus including cafeteria. Dust bins placed at various places should be used for disposal of litter/ garbage. Administration and Faculty will ensure that the policy is implemented in letter and spirit.

r. Loitering and languishing Loitering and languishing in and around the University premises or lawns in front of the University or corridors etc, is strictly prohibited. Administration and Faculty will ensure that the policy is implemented in letter and spirit.

s. Railing and Balconies Sitting or standing in balconies of classrooms and stairs of the main entrance or the reception area is not allowed. Protective railing in the corridors will not be used for sitting or leaning. Students will be fined Rs 100/- and Rs 200/- for the first and second offence respectively. For the repeat offences the Discipline Committee will impose penalty.

t. Play fields and Lawns Crossing of play fields and lawns should be avoided. Students will always use the roads or paths. Administration and Faculty will ensure strict compliance of the policy.

u. Use of Washrooms

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Students are expected not to splash water and throw toilet paper on the floors of washrooms. Students should handle the doors, door closers and water tank levers gently in washrooms. Administration and Faculty will ensure strict compliance of the policy.

v. Damage to University Property Willful damage of any item of the University property is a serious offence. Students found damaging University property will be required to replace the damaged item and in addition pay a fine which will be decided by the Discipline Committee.

w. Social Activities . For all social activities including small parties, written permission of the management will be required. . Students wishing to hold any activity should fill in the form giving details of the event/party, number of students invited/ attending, date and place of such social event. . Willful disobedience will constitute an offence and will be suitably dealt with by the Discipline Committee

x. Student Visitors Students are not allowed to entertain visitors or friends in the University without the permission from Registrar/Additional Registrar.

y. Specific Rules The following acts are strictly forbidden and will lead to serious disciplinary action including rustication/expulsion from the university

. Unauthorized drugs and solvents. . Explosive, firearms and inflammable liquids etc. . Betting, lending or gambling. . Possession or use of fire arms, weapons etc. . Unauthorized possession of any key of the University. . Going to the roof top for any purpose. . Visiting Administration block unnecessarily. . Any students found violating any of the above clauses will be punished. First time fine will be Rs 500/-; Second time Rs 1000/- and severe disciplinary action will be taken for a third time offence including expulsion from the university.

z. Students' Interaction with Faculty  Student’s interaction with Faculty should be limited to Academic pursuits only.

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 Students are not expected to socialize with Faculty and Administration staff more than what is necessary for acquiring quality education in the University.  Students are forbidden to visit the Faculty in their houses or in the Faculty mess either individually or in groups.  Students' interaction with Faculty should pertain to studies or any difficulties faced in studies. This interaction should be during the University timings.  No female students will visit a male teacher's office alone.  If an entire class wishes to invite Faculty to a student's event. At least three teachers should be invited. Written permission from the Management of the University is necessary to invite the teachers.  Any students found violating any of the above clauses will be punished. First time fine will be Rs 500/-; Second time Rs 1000/- and severe disciplinary action will be taken for a third time offence including expulsion from the university.

aa. Violation of Disciplinary Sanction This means knowingly violating terms of any disciplinary sanction imposed in accordance with University Statutes

bb. Disciplinary Suspension or Dismissal The University reserves the right to suspend or dismiss a student for violation of policies, regulations and discipline code or for conduct inimical to the best interest, or for shortage of attendance, or for attempting to use unfair means during classes, quizzes or examinations. Management’s decision in all student matters shall be final.

cc. Inappropriate or Indecent Behavior Indecent behavior exhibited on the campus including classes, cafeteria, laboratories, etc., defying the norms of decency, morality and religious/cultural/social values by single or group of students.

. Damage to the university fixtures/furniture, scribbling/carving on desks, wall chalking, misuse of lab/university equipment, etc. . Use of mobile phones in class rooms, examination halls, labs and library, thus disrupting the calm of these places. . Engaging in disorderly or indecent conduct, breaching of peace or aiding, abetting, or procuring another person to breach peace on University premises or at University sponsored functions/activities. Any unauthorized use of electronic or other devices to make an audio or video record of any person while on University premises without his or her prior knowledge.

dd. Provoking Others to Misconduct

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Intentionally using words or actions to incite or encourage others to violent or retaliatory behavior or other acts of misconduct.

ee. Non-Compliance with official Direction Failure to comply with reasonable direction of University officials acting in performance of their duties will result in appropriate action.

ff. Violation of University Regulations and Policies Violating University regulations or policies including amendments and additions adopted since the date of publication.

gg. Theft Theft or attempted theft of property or services on University premises or at University sponsored activities.

hh. Furnishing False Information, Forgery or Unauthorized Use of Documents Intentionally furnishing false information to the University and its officials or misusing affiliation with the University to gain access to outside agency/services or using false information or University resources to compromise the name of the University is strictly prohibited.

Forgery, unauthorized alteration, or unauthorized use of any University document or electronic transmission, or instrument of identification, or academic and non-academic records, signatures, seals, or stamps thereof.

ii. Facilities Unauthorized access or entry to or use of, University facilities and equipment, unauthorized possession, duplication or use of keys to any University premises, facilities or equipment or unauthorized entry to or use of University premises is prohibited.

jj. Animals Bringing an animal into any University building with the exception of animals used for authorized laboratory purposes or animals being used for security purpose for which express permission has been granted

kk. Gambling Unauthorized and/or illegal exchange of money favors or services as a result of an organized of unorganized game or competition in prohibited.

ll. Off Campus Conduct

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Conduct occurring off University premises be such that it should not affect the interest/image of the University.

mm. Environment Policy The policy aims to protect University’s environment to enhance quality of student experience at the University, and shall recommend ways to control University litter and increase awareness of this issue within the faculty, staff and students of the University.

University shall adopt a full-time, zero tolerance policy for littering violations, and shall encourage everyone on campus to participate in the "Zero Tolerance for Litter" initiative. a. Ask students not to put their feet on walls while standing. This applies throughout the University including corridors, classrooms, seminar rooms and the places where possible. b. Discourage people to pluck flowers/plants. c. Send a courtesy letter to people whose trash is identifiable. d. Take necessary action against litterers. e. Enforce litter control with existing and new programs.

Vigorous enforcement of the aforementioned policy shall be implemented. Report student violators to the Office of Student Affairs. Report employee violators to the HR office or an immediate supervisor.

nn. Greetings Students are advised to adopt the habit of exchange of Islamic greetings, i.e., “Assalam o alaikum/ Walakum o salam” while meeting and interacting with colleagues/ faculty and staff of the university. This is an important aspect of Islamic etiquette and obligation and should be reflected in our lives.

oo. Enforcement of Code of Conduct Matters of indiscipline would be referred to the concerned authorities authorized to check indiscipline matters and decide on them in line with University policy, rules and regulations. Parents of those students who disobey authority and violate the code of conduct will be informed. students may be held accountable for acts of misconduct of their guests while on University premises or at University sponsored activities. students who are charged with violations of this Code are subject to disciplinary action in accordance with rules/regulations/statutes.

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16. Hostel University Hostels are situated within the premises of the University. All rooms are provided with necessary furnishings.

Rules and Regulations of Hostels

Introduction

Hostel rules have been framed to provide basic guidelines to the students for maintaining an environment conducive for studies. However, students are encouraged to realize their responsibilities. Students may think about their future expectations of their parents and a good name for The University of Faisalabad.

Conditions of Allotment 1. Allotment in the hostel shall not be claimed as a matter of right even when a person is a bonafide student of the institution. However accommodation will be provided subject to the availability. 2. The hostel accommodation will be given to students domiciled in places other than Faisalabad city. The students from Faisalabad are not eligible to apply for hostel. 3. Committee will scrutinize the application and will determine the merit and eligibility of the student in the hostel shall in no way be prejudicial to the interest of other residents in hostel in particular and the institution in general. 4. Allotment of accommodation in the hostel will be for one Academic year only, after which new allotment shall be made. 5. Maximum period of stay in hostel shall under no circumstances be more than the prescribed academic years provided that fresh allotment is made each year by the competent authority in accordance with the allotment policy.

Allotment Procedure 1. Application for allotment of accommodation in the hostel shall be made by the bonafide student of the institution on the prescribed form along with undertaking from parents on the prescribed form. 2. In case of foreign students, the recommendation and undertaking on the prescribed proformas for the admission and the guarantee for the payment of hostel dues and good behaviour will be obtained from their respective embassies or consulates. 3. The form shall be placed before the Hostel Allotment Committee which will consider the application for allotment on the basis of criteria. The Allotment Committee shall have the right to reject any application without assigning any reason. 4. After the names of successful candidates are announced, they shall comply with the allotment requirements to the hostel within the prescribed time limit or their names

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shall be taken off the allotment list. 5. The allotment of accommodation will be made after the candidate has produced the payment receipt of the fees/dues against his/her. 6. Rooms shall be allotted by the Warden in order of seniority. In making the allotments, the Warden will also take into consideration the eligibility of students. 7. The applicant shall have to furnish a written undertaking in the prescribed form from their parents holding them responsible for payment of hostel dues in case their ward fails to make the payment.

Hostel Fee Hostel fees is payable in advance in the form of post dated cheques to be submitted at the time of admission for the entire degree program.

Electrical Appliances Students are allowed to use their personal electrical appliances (Microwave Oven & Refrigerator) with permission from the hostel warden. Students have to pay additional cost (to be decided every year by the management). Students are required to inform at the time of admission if they want to get accommodation in Air Conditioned room for which additional fee will be charged. Conduct & Discipline In addition to rules of conduct which may be prescribed from time to time, the following shall constitute acts of indiscipline and violation of hostel discipline for which action may be taken against the concerned hostel residents by the officers as deemed necessary: 1. If a boarder who is allotted hostel accommodation is not personally residing and found by the administration misusing the room (e.g keeping unlawful or illegal occupants) 2. Shifting to a room other than the one allotted to the resident without prior permission of the Allotment Committee. 3. Sub-letting the room allotted to the resident or any other room lying vacant due to any reason. 4. Not handing over possession of the room at the end of the period for which allotment was made. 5. Keeping firearms and other lethal weapons or any other material not necessary for academic pursuits in the hostel even if licensed. 6. Keeping or using of illicit drugs or other intoxicants, not including drugs prescribed by authorized medical attendants on account of any illness suffered by the hostel resident. 7. Keeping personal electric appliances such as refrigerator, microwave oven, etc: in the room without permission of the hostel warden. 8. Engaging in any immoral or agitational and violent activities or creating nuisance or

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disturbing the peace and tranquility in the university campus. 9. Causing willful damage or causing damage by acts of vandalism and removing or damaging hostel or institution property. 10. Barricading stairs, corridors, gates and other hostel/campus area in general use. 11. Staging sit-ins. Lockups, occupying hostel wardens or other administrative offices. 12. Use of abusive languages towards other residents and/or institution authorities and employees. 13. Residents shall sign a receipt of hostel property/assets in their rooms and shall be responsible for any loss or damage thereto. 14. Burner, heaters and blowers are not allowed in the hostel 15. Use of hostel rooms or premises for group parties, political assemblies and for purpose other than those for which they are meant. 16. Inviting outsiders to address hostel residents without the permission of authorities. 17. Pasting of posters/chalking on hostel or other campus buildings premises or compound walls or any portion thereof. 18. Encouraging linguistic, sectarian or religious feeling among hostel residents. 19. Staying away from the hostel premises after sunset or longer period without prior permission from hostel authorities. 20. Late comers or those leaving the hostel early will be required to sign the register at the hostel gate or reception stating the reasons for late coming or early departure. 21. The hostel authorities shall reserve the right to search personal belongings and baggage of the residents at the time of entering the hostel or while residing in the allotted accommodation. 22. Cooking in the hostel rooms is strictly prohibited. 23. The University administration is not responsible for the loss of any property of the hostel resident. 24. All damages will be repaired at the expense of the boarder responsible. 25. No newspapers, periodicals or magazines other than those authorized by warden shall be brought into the hostel by any boarder. 26. Students shall take due care of the bathrooms and taps and shall not waste the resources and facilities provided to them. Anyone found doing this intentionally will be liable to punishment. 27. Defacing walls and fixtures is strictly prohibited, moreover furniture or fixtures will not be moved from one room to another and residents are particularly warned against moving furniture from the Common Room. 28. Radio and tape-recorders are allowed only if their use does not disturb other students. 29. Students must keep their rooms clean and tidy. Beds should be properly made up. Dirty clothes should be stored separately. 30. Spitting in public or private rooms, verandah or stairs is prohibited.

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31. All waste paper and garbage must be placed in receptacles provided for the purpose. 32. Every part of the hostel premises shall be freely open for inspection by superintendent or warden at all times/anytime of day or night. 33. No religious ceremony likely to hurt the feelings of other boarders shall be arranged in the hostel. 34. No boarder shall indulge in any amusement that disturbs other boarders.

Action against Indiscipline Depending upon the severity of the in-disciplinary act/omission on part of the resident (s) of the hostel, the authority to impose punishment, fine, penalty shall be used by the Warden/Allotment Committee to the extent given below. 1. The resident Warden shall use his/her authority to impose fine to the extent of Rs 1000/- for each single act. 2. The senior Warden shall be authorized to impose fine upto Rs 2000/- for each single act of indiscipline. 3. The Committee shall be authorized to impose fine upto Rs 5000/- for each single act of indiscipline. 4. The Allotment Committee may in case of the gravity of an offence provisionally cancel the allotment of accommodation in the hostel and also refer the matter to the University Discipline Committee with the recommendation for further necessary action leading to rustication from the University. 5. In case of loss due to act(s) of vandalism, the matter relating to assessment of damage/loss will be referred to the Hostel Allotment Committee who while assessing the loss will fix the responsibility and extent of loss on the person(s) liable for the act from whom recovery should be made. In the absence of evidence leading to fixation of individual responsibility, the Hostel Allotment Committee may decide to order recovery from all the residents or such residents as may be held liable for the act of vandalism.

Student’s Mess Hostel mess is run by a committee of students residing in hostel. 1. Meals shall be served in the dining hall and shall not be taken in the students rooms. 2. Each student shall deposit advance money as mutually decided by mess management by the 5th of every month with the Mess Manager. 3. Students are encouraged to clean their cups and glasses and keep them in their rooms. 4. Students must observe the mess timings for lunch and dinner as mutually agreed upon and notified by the hostel warden.

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Visits/Visitors 1. Visiting Hours: Students must inform their intending guests about the visiting hours of the hostel. Following visiting hours shall be strictly observed: a. Summer : Sunday 9:00 am to sunset b. Winter : Sunday 9:00 am to sunset 2. Rights of admission in the hostel premises are reserved. 3. No stranger/guest shall be allowed to enter the hostel premises without permission of the Warden. 4. The visitors will be seated in the visitors, room/reception room and the student concerned will be informed by the peon after an entry has been made in the Visitors, Book. 5. Girls will not be allowed to receive any visitor except those nominated by their parents. 6. The visitors should present their identification i.e. ID Card, contact number and proof of relation with the residing students. 7. Students are required to submit a list of 2 names of family members, male or female, who will visit them. This list must be certified by the parents/guardians of the students. 8. Students are informed that they should caution their guests about normal verifications carried out by the hostel administration or security staff at the gate to check any unforeseen event. The guest should not mind it and should cooperate with the management. 9. Leave Proforma must be submitted to the hostel warden for leave at least 24 hours in advance. 10. Girls cannot go outside the hostel for shopping, visiting their relatives or for recreation on their own. While going home they are required to submit leave proforma duly signed by the Hostel warden at the main gate. a. Students going home should leave the hostel before sunset. b. Students are required to return to the hostel before sunset. 11. Arrival time for the student shall be recorded in the leave proforma at the main gate which shall be dispatched at the residences of the students.

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17. Parking

The parking of any motor vehicle on the property of The University of Faisalabad is a privilege granted by the university. In order to maintain a safe and clear means for the movement and parking of vehicles, parking regulations shall be followed contained herein.

. Cars with sticker shall be permitted only to be entered in the University . Specific parking slots shall be provided to senior administrative staff and faculty members . Parking shall be allowed from 7:00am to 5:00pm for vehicles with stickers given by the university . Car stickers at nominal cost are available from the University Accounts Office and these stickers shall be displayed on the left top corner of the windscreen . The University shall not be liable to any damage to the vehicle . Drivers shall stay with their vehicle and shall not be allowed to wander in university premises . Violation/damage to parking area shall cost a penalty of fine (according to extent of the damage) to the vehicle operator/owner . A penalty of Rs 200 shall be charged for parking vehicles without stickers . Administration and Faculty shall ensure that the policy is implemented in letter and spirit

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18. Co-Curricular Activities

Following Student-run Societies of the University actively promote their general interests and to afford an organized channel of communication between students and the outside business environment.

. TUF Religious Society (TUF-RS) . TUF Literary Society (TUF-LS) . TUF Cultural Society (TUF-CS) . TUF Community Services Society (TUF-CSS) . TUF Dramatic Society (TUF-DS) . TUF Musical Society (TUF-MS) . TUF Art Society (TUF-AS) . TUF Publication Society (TUF-PS) . TUF Sports Society (TUF-SS) . TUF Blood Donation Society (TUF-BDS) . TUF Model United Nation Society (TUF-MUNS) . TUF Photography Society (TUF-PS)

Each society shall conduct at least one activity in a semester. The purpose of an activity is to enhance the general knowledge, personality development and grooming of the student body.

Full details of decisions to conduct an activity must be notified by the society to all the students and to the office of Student Affairs.

The society shall have following offices:

. Society coordinator (a faculty member) . President . General Secretary . Finance Secretary . 3 to 4 Executive Members

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19. Information Technology and Service Centre

The University has strict regulations about the use of computing facilities, which all users are required to accept before they are assigned an Account. They cover authorization, copyright and defamation. Disciplinary procedures are in place to deal with breaches of these regulations. The regulations incorporate conditions for acceptable use of the national academic IT network, PERN.

The University of Faisalabad provides information technology resources to a large group, including faculty, staff and students; All members of this community are accountable for using these resources in an ethical and respectful manner that protects sensitive university information. These services include:

Login Accounts Each student is issued a unique login ID to avail email and LMS. Login accounts are necessary to access domain resources, for secure data storage, email correspondence and online access of results, registration and students account history.

Internet Access ITSC is facilitating high speed unlimited internet access of 32mbps CIR internet bandwidth, from PERN (Pakistan Education and Research Network), a project of Higher Education Commission (HEC).

Access to HEC Digital Resources Students can access immense digital resources managed and provided by Higher Education Commission (HEC) via TUF website as HEC allows access to these resources in their recognized institutions only.

ITSC Rules and Policies . Information Technology and Service Center (ITSC) users are expected to behave in a responsible and courteous manner and observe the following rules: . For entry to IT lab, possession of ID card by each student is mandatory. . ITSC users must log into their own accounts. Account login/password sharing is strictly prohibited. It may be cause of their data deletion and some other major damages. . ITSC users must log out after finishing their work. . Unauthorized visitors are not allowed. . One person per workstation is allowed. . NETSEND utility/command is not allowed in computer lab. . Information technology personnel may gain access to users’ data or programs when it is necessary to maintain or prevent damage to systems or to ensure compliance with other University rules.

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. The operational hours of the IT lab are 08:00am to 4:00pm during working days. To get support for any computer related problems, students are required to contact concerned lab staff.

Mishandling of Internet . Unethical sites, playing games on internet are not permitted in ITSC . Food or drink is not allowed in ITSC at any time. . Smoking is not permitted in ITSC . Refrain from disruptive behavior such as loud talking and using mobile phones. . Students found responsible for causing damage to the lab equipment will be liable for such damages. . Do not reboot, turn off or move any workstation, PC or any devices. Do not download/install any software on any ITSC computer. Only lab operators and technical support personnel are authorized to carry out these tasks. Everyone including students and staff are informed that no personal devices can be brought in or taken out of ITSC. Personal systems (laptops) and headphones are not permitted in ITSC. Only final project presentation systems are allowed. . Warning will be given to a first offence. On second offence a student will have his/her account disabled for one week. On third offence a student will be referred to the Discipline Committee for further action.

Web Browsing Policy Purpose TUF encourages its community (faculty, participant, and staff) to use the Web as a useful repository of information, and an effective medium of communication and learning. The purpose of this section is to make members of our community aware of the type of unacceptable Web related activities and of the repercussions of not following this policy.

Policy The TUF community should use the Web for work-related activities only because any other activity on the Web adversely affects academic use of the Internet bandwidth. Whereas, some non-academic activities such as browsing of web-based daily newspapers is understandable, it should be kept to a minimum. The following e-activities are not permitted on campus: Downloading or watching movies Downloading or listening to music Online trading of shares in local or international financial markets (stock exchanges) Excessive browsing of sports websites, in particular those whose content is updated periodically (e.g., cricinfo.com) Browsing sites with pornographic and obscene content and downloading pornographic material

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Browsing Log TUF maintains a log of all browsing activity done by using University's IT resources. This log contains relevant information about a Web activity, including user name, computer used (IP address of the machine), date and time of activity, duration of activity, and URL (Universal Resource Locator or Web address) of the web page browsed.

Penalty for Abuse Internet access facility is provided to the TUF community to help members so that they can have access to current academic material and to network with professionals in their scholastic areas of interest. The University expects a high degree of responsibility on part of the users of this facility. Violation of this policy may lead to disciplinary action including expulsion from the University. Note that it is the responsibility of a user to protect his/ her password and not share it with others. A user will be held responsible for any activity done with his/ her username.

Unauthorized Use of Computer or Electronic Communication Devices 1. Theft or other abuse of computer facilities and resources including but not limited to: 2. Unauthorized access to a file with the intention of using, reading or changing the contents, or for any other purpose. 3. Unauthorized transfer of a file. 4. Use of another individual’s identification and/or password. 5. Interference with the work of another student, faculty member or University official. 6. Sending obscene abusive or threatening messages. 7. Transmission of computer viruses. 8. Interfering with normal operation of the University computing system. 9. Unauthorized duplication of software or other violation of copyright laws. 10. Unauthorized access to or unauthorized, mischievous or malicious use of University 11. Computer equipment or networks or electronic communication devices, or the use of such equipment or devices to gain unauthorized access to and/or use of, off-campus computer equipment.

Student LMS Account TUF-LMS is an Open Source Learning Management System (LMS). Each student is required to have an access on LMS.

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20. Learning Resource Centre

Information and Orientation Session

The resources and services of the libraries of The University of Faisalabad have been assembled with on-site collections and online services to meet the specific needs of the members of the university community. The mission of the libraries is based on the dual goals of providing access to information while assuring preservation of library resources and collections. In achieving these goals, the libraries ensure access for all users who need information while implementing appropriate standards to provide for the preservation of library materials and resources. Follow the library policies and procedures information as give below:

Information and Orientation Sessions Library orientation sessions are held to for fresh entrants to enhance information- handling skills of the library users and also to increase the effectiveness of research.

Timing and Access The library is open six days a week except on designated official holidays as under from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

General Rules Students are issued membership of library on the basis of university ID card. Students are expected to observe the following rules while using the library facilities. Any violation may incur disciplinary action. Every user of the Library must:  Leave personal belongings (bags, briefcases, handbags etc.) at the library entrance  Take care of belongings as library disclaims any responsibility for loss or damage  Keep cell phones on silent mode/switch off within library premises.  To make the library environment more conducive for reading and research; gossiping, cell phone calls, sleeping, eating, drinking, smoking, chatting, and disturbing the order of library furniture is strictly prohibited.  Safeguard the integrity of library resources  Respect the restrictions placed on access to and the use of those resources  Report to library officers the theft, destruction, or misuse of library resources by others  Respect the authority of the librarians and staff whose job it is to protect library resources  Submit library material(s) for inspection, if requested  Underlining, marking, folding and tearing pages of library materials is prohibited.

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 Leave the library materials on tables after consulting/reading.  Observe ITSC rules while using library computing facilities.  Library membership could be suspended or canceled along with a penalty in the following cases: - Nonpayment of library fine(s) - Theft of library material(s) - Nonpayment of damage fine - Non returning of the temporary issued material within due time - Any kind of disturbance in library - Misconduct with the library staff - Breaching of established library rules and norms Borrowing Rules All registered members with valid TUF ID are entitled to borrow library materials. The borrowing privileges may differ depending upon the membership category. The borrowing privileges for different membership categories are:

Category Borrowing Privileges Quantity of books Time Period

Undergraduate/Graduate students 2 14 days

Postgraduate students (MPhil/PhD) 3 14 days

Faculty 5 30 days

 A book can be re issued after the prescribed time period for both students/faculty  Dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, reference books, CAD collection, CD-ROMs, annual reports, current journals, journals and newspaper archives, text books and research projects cannot be borrowed.  Non-circulating materials can only be used within library premises.  Any of the borrowed library materials is subject to recall as and when needed by the library.  If students misplace any library material and is unable to find them, it is recommended to report at circulation desk immediately to avoid overdue fines.  In case the loan of the book is not renewed, failure to return the book in time will render the student to a fine from the date when the book was due.  Damaging the pages of a book, marking or writing there in with ink or pencil, tearing or taking out pages, or otherwise damaging, it will constitute an injury to a book. Any such injury to a book is a serious offence unless a borrower points out the injury at the time of borrowing the book, he/she shall be required to replace the book or pay three times its price.  To protect the collections, a student who violates the use and lending policies of any library may be subject to overdue charges and/or disciplinary action. Removal

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of any book or object from a library without authorization, or the mutilation, defacement or abuse of library property, will result in disciplinary action, which can include required withdrawal from the University.

Library Fines  Certain fines are charged for overdue (not returned on time) library materials. This is an effort to provide students an equal opportunity to make use of library materials and to maximize sharing of library collections.  Overdue fine is charged from the first overdue date/day.  Overdue fine on general books would be PKR 10 per book per day.  Overdue fine on temporarily issued materials would be PKR 50 per hour.  Loss of library materials would be charged three times the current price OR replacement of the material(s) with PKR 100 additional as processing charges.  PKR 5000 in addition to the current price would be charged in case of stealing library materials.  In case of any disciplinary violations PKR 200 would be charged on the first violation and PKR 500 on second violation. In case of repeated violations, the issue may be referred to the disciplinary committee.