The Master’s in Pak Studies is a broad perspective of knowledge. The course includes various degrees of understanding about Pakistan studies. This includes constitutionalism, economic parameters, and cultural heritage. The purpose is to analyze the patterns of social change in the country. In addition, to locate Pakistan in the contemporary world scenario, a special emphasis is placed on its regional and global interaction with other states in both the Cold War and Post-Cold War periods. As the course is extensive and updated, it enables the student to compete academically in this age of advancement, and also opens up new avenues for his/her employment in practical life.
Introduction to Pakistan Studies
This course is designed to impart the basic knowledge and understanding of Pakistan studies. It is an introductory level course, which can be taken as the first step towards advanced study in Pakistan Studies. The course includes the following topics:
Constitutional History
The constitutional history of Pakistan has been a subject of considerable interest and study since the establishment of the country. The constitutional structure of Pakistan has been influenced by various factors such as British colonial legacy, pre-partitioning India, and non-partitioned India’s role in the partition. The constitution has also been influenced by political parties who have played a key role in shaping its nature and functioning over the years.
Pakistan Studies: Major Issues
This course deals with some major issues facing Pakistan today which include:
• Political Economy Analysis
• Global Security/Development Challenges/Responses • Regional Aspects • Internal Issues • External Relations
• Regional Issues • International Issues
The Economic Environment of Pakistan
Pakistan Studies: The Economic Environment of Pakistan
This course deals with some of the key economic issues facing Pakistan today. This course will focus on such issues as:
• Foreign Aid
• Energy Policy
• Agriculture and Rural Development
• Industry and Trade Policy • Social Sector Issues • Public Finance
Admission Eligibility Criteria:
The department conducts the admission test for students seeking admission to the Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science (MSc) programs. For the MA program, it conducts an entrance examination and interviews. For the MSc program, it conducts an entrance examination and interviews. Candidates who are successful in the entrance examinations will be shortlisted for interviews. The final selection is based on performance during the interview process. A candidate for admission into 2-years MA program in Pakistan Studies must have at least BA/BSc (with at least 50% marks) or equivalent degree from the HEC recognized institutions.
Semester wise Distribution of Courses
First Semester (18 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PKS 501 | Rise of Muslim Nationalism in British India, 1857-1947 | 3 |
| PKS 502 | Cultural Heritage of Pakistan | 3 |
| PKS 503 | Geography of Pakistan | 3 |
| PKS 504 | Pakistan as Reflected in Pakistani Literature | 3 |
| PKS 505 | Muslim Political Philosophy in British India (Mujadad Alf-Sani, Shah Wali Ullah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal) | 3 |
| GC 1002 | English | 3 |
Second Semester (18 Credit Hours)
All courses are compulsory including GC 1001
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PKS 506 | Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and his Vision of Pakistan | 3 |
| PKS 507 | Pakistani Society and Culture | 3 |
| PKS 508 | Pakistani Nationalism, 1947 to date | 3 |
| PKS 509 | Party Politics in Pakistan,1947-1971 | 3 |
| PKS 510 | Constitutional Developments in Pakistan, Part I, 1947-1971 | 3 |
Courses# PKS 511 to 514 and GC 1003 are compulsory and any one optional course from annexure c
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PKS 511 | Constitutional Developments in Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date | 3 |
| PKS 512 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| PKS 513 | Foreign Policy of Pakistan, Part I, 1947-1971 | 3 |
| PKS 514 | Social Structure of Pakistan | 3 |
| GC 1003 | Islamic Studies | 3 |
| Any Optional Course | 3 |
Fourth Semester (18 Credit Hours)
Courses# PKS 515 to 518 are compulsory and any two optional courses from annexure c
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PKS 515 | Economy and Economic History of Pakistan | 3 |
| PKS 516 | Party Politics in Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date | 3 |
| PKS 517 | Foreign Policy of Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date | 3 |
| PKS 518 | Seminar on Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| Any Optional Course | 3 | |
| Any Optional Course | 3 |
Annexure A
Compulsory Courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| PKS 501 | Rise of Muslim Nationalism in British India, 1857-1947 |
| PKS 502 | Cultural Heritage of Pakistan |
| PKS 503 | Geography of Pakistan |
| PKS 504 | Pakistan as Reflected in Pakistani Literature |
| PKS 505 | Muslim Political Philosophy in British India (Mujadad Alf-Sani, Shah Wali Ullah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal) |
| PKS 506 | Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and his Vision of Pakistan |
| PKS 507 | Pakistani Society and Culture |
| PKS 508 | Pakistani Nationalism, 1947 to date |
| PKS 509 | Party Politics in Pakistan,1947-1971 |
| PKS 510 | Constitutional Developments in Pakistan, Part I, 1947-1971 |
| PKS 511 | Constitutional Developments in Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date |
| PKS 512 | Research Methodology |
| PKS 513 | Foreign Policy of Pakistan, Part I, 1947-1971 |
| PKS 514 | Social Structure of Pakistan |
| PKS 515 | Economy and Economic History of Pakistan |
| PKS 516 | Party Politics in Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date |
| PKS 517 | Foreign Policy of Pakistan, Part II, 1971 to date |
| PKS 518 | Seminar on Contemporary Issues |
Annexure B
General Courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| GC 1001 | Arabic |
| GC 1002 | English |
| GC 1003 | Islamic Studies |
Annexure C
Optional Courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| PKS 2001 | Environmental issues of Pakistan |
| PKS 2002 | Women in Pakistan Politics and Society |
| PKS 2003 | Role of Mass Media in Political Development of Pakistan |
| PKS 2004 | Regional Literature: Punjabi, Pushto, Sindhi, Balochi or Kashmiri |
| PKS 2005 | Human Rights in Pakistan |
| PKS 2006 | Pakistan and the Muslim World |
| PKS 2007 | Geneses of Kashmir Issue |
| PKS 2008 | Nationalization, Privatization and Deregulation |
| PKS 2009 | Law and Order and War on Terror |
| PKS 2010 | Natural Disaster and Rehabilitation in Pakistan |
The Perspective of Pakistan Studies
The Perspective of Pakistan Studies is a unique and comprehensive guide to the thoughts and ideas of Pakistan that can help you understand and make sense of the world around you.
DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY & PAKISTAN STUDIES
Department of History and Pakistan Studies, which is dedicated to providing access to quality history information in the most convenient way, offers online resources and services to students’ needs.
Course outline
Semester: 1
1. Geography of Pakistan-I-4655
2. Geography of Pakistan-II-4656
3. Pakistani Languages and Literature-I-4657
4. Pakistani Languages and Literature-II-4658
5. Genesis of Pakistan Movement-538
Semester: 2
1. Economic Development in Pakistan-I-4659
2. Economic Development in Pakistan-II-4660
3. Foreign Policy of Pakistan-I-4661
4. Foreign Policy of Pakistan-II-4662
5. Ideological Foundations of Pakistan-537
Semester: 3
1. Pakistani Society and Culture-I-4663
2. Pakistani Society and Culture-II-4664
3. Research Methods-I-4665
4. Research Methods-II-4666
5. Social Change-541
Semester: 4
1. Political & Constitutional Development in Pakistan-I-4667
2. Political & Constitutional Development in Pakistan-II-4668
3. Social Theory-I-4669
4. Social Theory-II-4670
5. Political Parties and Pressure Groups in Pakistan-545
Conclusion
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