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Business Studies, PROSPECTUS Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture 2015 NUST National University of Sciences and Technology Defining futures www.nust.edu.pk This prospectus contains basic information about the undergraduate, masters, and PhD programmes, life at the University, learning resources and advice to local and international students who wish to join the University in Fall 2015. It also shows the fee structure, funding modes (financial assistance), procedure for applying for admission and criteria for entry. Information about the constituent institutions, teaching faculties, along with their expertise, and courses offered is also given. Brief descriptions of degree programmes and curricula details are listed with course titles, codes and credit hours. Disclaimer The information in this prospectus is correct at the time of its publication. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy of information, the University does not accept liability for any inaccuracy or change outside reasonable control of the University. It is issued for general guidance of public and candidates wishing to enter the University in Fall 2015 and does not form part of any contract. The University intends to provide the courses and facilities described in the prospectus, but reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to these courses or facilities if found necessary, without any prior notice. Likewise, fees for the programmes starting in 2015 are provisional and subject to change. Welcome from the Rector NUST has carved out a niche of its own among the comity of prestigious universities committed to excellence in learning and research on the one hand, and service to the community on the other. It has not only retained its world ranking among the top 500 universities of the world for consecutive eight years but has also earned first place in the coveted MacJannet Prize for Global Citizenship, 2015. These achievements are an index of our focus on shaping our graduates into dynamic professionals with a global vision together with the spirit of compassion and enterprise, prepared to contribute to the knowledge-based environment. We accept students on the basis of their talent reflected through academic attainments. They are supported to the fullest in their curricular and co-curricular activities. So, NUST is a place for those who aspire and have a passion to excel in life. Your future relies on the choices you exercise today. Therefore, make informed decisions about your fields of endeavour. I wish you a rewarding stay at NUST. Engr Muhammad Asghar Rector About the University About the University 70,000 Students applied for NUST admissions in 2014 4 NUST Prospectus 2015 Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture www.nust.edu.pk www.nust.edu.pk Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture NUST Prospectus 2015 5 CONTENTS About the University School of Art, Design and Architecture (SADA) Defining Futures 8 About the School 99 Why Choose NUST? 9 Faculty Profile 101 Location 10 Academic Programme Who to Contact 11 Bachelors in Architecture 103 About the University Developing Careers 14 About the University Research and Development 16 Bachelors in Industrial Design 106 R&D Eco-system 17 Student Support Services 19 Centre for Counselling and Career Advisory (C3A) Clubs and Societies 21 About the Centre 110 Accommodation 22 Quality Assurance 24 Faculty Profile 110 NUST Campuses 25 Academic Programme MS Career Counselling & Education 111 Institutions and Programmes Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS) NUST Business School (NBS) 33 Fact and Figures 35 About the Centre 114 Faculty Profile 36 Faculty Profile 115 Academic Programmes 40 Academic Programme Bachelors in Business Administration 41 PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies (PCS) 116 BS in Accounting and Finance (BS A&F) 43 Masters in Business Administration 45 Applying to NUST Masters in Human Resource Management 49 National Students Executive Masters in Business Administration 50 PhD in Business Administration 52 Undergraduate Programmes 90 Student Support Facilities 53 Postgraduate Programmes 94 Centre for Industrial Linkages (CIL) 55 International Students 3 School of Social Sciences and Humanities (S H) 57 Undergraduate Programmes 96 Faculty Profile 59 Postgraduate Programmes 97 Department of Economics 62 BS Economics 64 Fee & Funding MS Economics 66 PhD Economics 69 National Students Department of Mass Communication 70 Undergraduate Programmes 100 BS Mass Communication 71 Postgraduate Programmes 101 MS Mass Communication 73 Department of Government & Public Policy 74 International Students BS Public Administration 75 Undergraduate Programmes 102 Research and Development 63 Postgraduate Programmes 102 Department of Behavioral Sciences 77 MPhil Clinical Psychology 62 NUST Entry Test School of Natural Sciences (SNS) Computer Based NET Instructions for Candidates and Specimen Answer Sheets About the School 80 Business Studies and Social Sciences 103 Faculty Profile 80 BS Mathematics 104 Research at SNS 82 Bachelors in Architecture 105 Academic Programmes BS Mathematics 84 Paper Based NET Instructions for BS Physics 86 Candidates and Specimen Answer Sheets MS and PhD in Business Studies and Social Sciences 106 Mathematics 90 BS Mathematics 108 Physics 92 Bachelors in Architecture 110 Chemistry 94 Bachelors in Industrial Design 4 NUST Prospectus 2015 Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture www.nust.edu.pk www.nust.edu.pk Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture NUST Prospectus 2015 5 About the University About the University About the University 6 NUST Prospectus 2015 Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture www.nust.edu.pk www.nust.edu.pk Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture NUST Prospectus 2015 7 About the University About the University National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) was established in March 1991 for promotion of higher scientific education in the country, especially in the fields of science and technology by providing stable and disciplined academic environment together with need-based research, pertinent to industrial requirements. The University was granted its Charter in 1993. Over the years, the university has expanded in scope, services and stature and has emerged as a leading comprehensive University in the public sector. Within two decades, NUST has achieved important milestones and gained immense significance as an institution of higher education in Pakistan. The University produces professionals and researchers of very high calibre, capable of developing indigenous technologies to meet the growing demands of the 21st century. It is envisioned to grow as a centre of excellence for the country’s scientific and technological progress. An outstanding feature of the University is that while maintaining traditional values of excellence in teaching and research, it challenges conventional practices and creates new ways of developing and delivering courses, pertaining to emerging and cutting-edge disciplines, on most modern lines. NUST is a new-age university defining new frontiers in teaching and research. The programmes are distinctive for their high-quality research orientation. Notwithstanding the significance of undergraduate courses, there is ever-growing emphasis on postgraduate studies and research output. Creativity and innovation are embedded as core values in all scholastic activities. The conducive academic environment at the campuses facilitates educational pursuits. NUST has developed linkages with international universities of repute to ensure two-way flow of knowledge and to be in step with modern trends. Split programmes and visits of eminent professors from reputed foreign universities is a regular feature of the academic activity. These eminent scholars deliver lectures on the latest developments in their respective fields and also help 6 NUST Prospectus 2015 Business Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture www.nust.edu.pk updatewww.nust.edu.pk and review the academicBusiness programmes. Studies, Social & Natural Sciences and Architecture NUST Prospectus 2015 7 Defining Futures Vision Strategic Thrusts The National University of Sciences and Technology aims to Excellence in Teaching & Education emerge as a comprehensive residential institution responsive Provide high-quality education in sciences and technology to technological change, dedicated to excellence and while remaining accessible to all sections of the society committed to international educational and research needs About the University of the country. NUST will continue to champion a tradition of About the University Focus on Research distinguished teaching, research and service through evolving undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level programmes Undertake high-quality yet relevant research to support the of study in various disciplines in collaboration with renowned emerging knowledge-based economy and society universities inside the country and abroad. Spirit of Enterprise Besides traditional fields of Engineering, IT, Medicine, Develop instruments and mechanism for promotion of Management, Natural and Basic Sciences, NUST envisages enterprising spirit and entrepreneurial culture among NUST exploring and initiating higher education in the emerging graduates and create strong linkages with industry science and technology disciplines. Internationalisation and Global Vision In recognition of its place in the human society, the University