Hamdard University in PURSUIT OF

IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE

Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities Introduction Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSH) has the privilege to be the first constituent Institute of Hamdard University. The priority given to this Institute was a clear manifestation of Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said’s realization of the importance of teacher education in the development of future generations. The basic statement, which later became the motto of the Institute, was “the production of the unconventional, capable, dynamic, creative, democratic and innovative teacher.” FSSH established itself as a reputed organization, producing research scholars in the various fields of social sciences and education. Students from all over the country find expressions in our various programs of studies, which have all the characteristics to be called “unique” due to their extraordinary emphasis on character building, original reflection and creativity.

In recent decades, FSSH categorically produced a number of professionals whose effect on the society has become visible in due course of time and has established itself as a mighty name in education sector of Pakistan, providing quality teaching in the various fields of social sciences, humanities, English (linguistic & Literature) and Education- specifically Special Education, Health Education, Environment, Human Rights Education and Media Studies.

Degree Programs Offered Eligibility Criteria Duration BS English Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 2nd Division 4 Years Regular (Main Campus) BS Media Studies Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 2nd Division 4 Years Regular (Main Campus) B.Ed. (Honors) Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 2nd Division 4 Years Regular (City Campus) B.Ed. (2.5 Years) 14 years of Education with minimum 2nd Division 2.5 Years Evening/Weekend (City Campus) B.Ed. (1.5 Years) 16 years of Education with minimum 2nd Division 1.5 Years Evening/Weekend (City Campus) M.Ed. (1.5 Years) B.Ed. Degree from a recognized university with minimum 2nd Division 1.5 Years (Weekend) Main Campus M. Ed/M. A (Education) B. Ed 1.5, B.Ed. 2.5, B.Ed. 4 years or equivalent degree from a M. Phil (Education) recognized university with minimum 2nd Division + GAT(General) HU/NTS GAT 2 Years (Weekend) Main Campus (General) and Interview. Note: Students seeking admission on the basis of ‘O’ levels / ’A’ levels or degrees from foreign institution/universities are required to obtain and submit “Equivalence Certificate” from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen Islamabad/Karachi in case of Matriculation, Intermediate. The equivalence certificate should be obtained from Higher Education Commission, Islamabad in case of graduation or masters.

Degree Recognition All degree programs are approved and Recognized by HEC Scholarships Accreditation Information . Merit/Need based scholarship and Sibling concessions Education Programs Accredited by “The National Accreditation across departments are available Council for Teachers’ Education (NACTE)” State of the Art Laboratories Career Opportunities At FSSH, all efforts are made to equip the students with the most Computer Lab updated knowledge required in practical settings to make them a The elegant computer facilities at the campus offer extensive usage hours and successful professional in the various filed of life. state-of-the-art hardware and variety of software to make computing real

learning experience. The facilities comprise networked PCs linked to a wide Students are provided sufﬁcient knowledge in areas like English range of software, communication and print services. The campus has its own Literature and Linguistic, Media Studies, Special Education, Health server room with Internet facilities. Education, Environment and Human Rights Education in line with the

recommendations of Higher Education Commission and secondary Libraries school curriculum guidelines issued by the Federal Government. Bait al Hikmah Library at Hamdard University, the systems applied in the

organization of libraries make access to information quick and simple. The faculty emphasizes the training of students with hands-on Supplied with the latest books, periodicals, magazines and journals, the experience. Students going through internships are carefully departmental / seminar libraries at different institutes and faculties provide monitored by the faculty. Experiences gained by the students from the students with a comprehensive collection of books in the particular areas their work in related field are discussed in the classroom. In addition, of studies. The Bait al-Hikmah Library is a grand collection of over 450,000 an effective job-oriented placement service is available for graduates books, including valuable manuscripts, collected by the Founder Chancellor of the FSSH. from all over the world. The Library, housed in an imposing ediﬁce at the

Main Campus, extends over an area of 2000 sq. yards and is amongst the Pursuing Higher Studies biggest libraries of Pakistan. Renowned research scholars are accommodated Many students pursue graduate studies for the love of learning and at the well-furnished Scholar’s House. discovery. For others, cultural motivation and family traditions have an unquestionably positive inﬂuence on the decision to enter graduate studies. Some students pursue graduate studies because their chosen profession requires a graduate degree while others are looking to change career paths or better position themselves for advancement opportunities. In research programs, graduate students are involved in both the development and the responsible conduct of original, impact factor research. Salient Feature  Highly Qualiﬁed Faculty  Innovatively designed Curriculum  Wide range of degree programs

 State-of-the-art Campuses FSSH Library In the HIESS Departmental Library have more than 5000 Books in  State-of-the-art Facilities relevant ﬁeld and 18+ Research Journals of reputable fame  Fee Concessions to Meritorious Students  Disciplined Learning  Extensive career opportunities

Main Campus City Campus Hamdard University, Madinat al-Hikmah, Plot No. 4A, Block-6, near Nursery Stop, Hakim Mohammad Said Road, Karachi- Main Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi. 74600, Pakistan. Ph: (92-21) 36440041-42 Ph: (92-21) 34531130, 34559779 (92-21) 34381415-16 Fax: (92-21) 36440045 WhatsApp: 03332324867, 03332324869 Email: [email protected]