Department of Chemistry
- Introduction
- Vision
- Mission
- Programs Offered
Chemistry is a central science that plays a vital role in the development of pharmaceuticals, materials, environmental sustainability, energy technologies, and industrial innovation. Rapid advancements in chemical sciences and emerging interdisciplinary fields require universities to continuously review and update their academic programs in order to maintain academic excellence and relevance. The Department of Chemistry at University of Narowal aims to provide quality education and research opportunities in chemical sciences. In order to align the department's academic offerings with national and international standards, the proposed curricula for BS Chemistry, MS / MPhil Chemistry, and PhD Chemistry programs have been developed following the academic policies and quality assurance guidelines of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. The proposed programs emphasize strong theoretical foundations, modern laboratory techniques, research skills, and innovation-oriented learning. These programs will help prepare graduates capable of addressing scientific and technological challenges and contributing to national development.
Vision
To become a leading centre of excellence in chemical education and research, producing skilled scientists and researchers who contribute to scientific innovation, industrial development, and sustainable progress at national and international levels.
Mission
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Narowal is committed to:
| • | Providing high-quality education in chemical sciences. |
| • | Promoting innovative and impactful research. |
| • | Developing critical thinking, analytical abilities, and laboratory skills among students. |
| • | Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific advancement. |
| • | Preparing graduates to meet the needs of academia, industry, and society. |
SCOPE
The scope of chemistry is vast and extends to almost every aspect of daily life. It plays a vital role in the development of medicines, fertilizers, pesticides, fuels, plastics, textiles, and countless other products that improve human life. In agriculture, chemistry helps increase crop production and protect plants from diseases. In the medical field, it contributes to the discovery and manufacture of drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic tools. Chemistry is also essential for environmental protection through pollution control, water treatment, and waste management. Furthermore, it supports industrial growth by providing processes and materials necessary for manufacturing. With its applications in food science, energy production, nanotechnology, and biotechnology, chemistry continues to contribute significantly to scientific advancement and sustainable development, making it one of the most important and dynamic fields of study.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
| • | To divulge information about the advanced concepts of Chemistry that will make the basis of practical implementation of these concepts. |
| • | To enable students to explore, investigate, identify the prevailing problems in the society regarding various disciplines of chemistry, organize the data, and finally to solve it. |
| • | To demonstrate professional skills in teaching/society oriented scientific research/ managerial positions in wide range of professions in national and international organization. |
| • | To encourage intellectual development and scholarship in and through chemistry; |
| • | To impart a sound knowledge of chemistry to students and to help them to use this knowledge creatively and analytically. |
| • | To develop in students an awareness of the applications of chemistry including its practical, social and economic aspects such as health, agriculture, industry and defense. |
| • | To develop and improve students’ practical, written and oral communication, information retrieval, computer and problem-solving skills. |
| • | To encourage students to become effective independent learners. |
| • | To develop the curriculum which is need-based and its continuous developments shall be made considering the changing global and national requirements. |
| SEMESTER 1 | |||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
| CHEM-101 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| BCH-101 | Introduction to Biochemistry | 3 (2+1) | Interdisciplinary |
| GEN-005 | Quantitative Reasoning – I | 3 (3+0) | General Education |
| Respective | Natural sciences***** | 3 (2+1) | General Education |
| GEN-001 | Functional English | 3 (3+0) | General Education |
| GEN-004 | Applications of Information and Communication Technology | 3 (2+1) | General Education |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 2 | |||
| CHEM-102 | Principles of Organic Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-103 | Principles of Inorganic Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-104 | Principles of Physical Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| GEN-006 | Quantitative Reasoning – II | 3 (3+0) | General Education |
| GEN-002 | Expository Writing | 3 (3+0) | General Education |
| ISL-106/ CRS-101 | Understanding of Quran – I/ Comparative Religion Studies-I | 1 (1) | General Education |
| GEN-009 | Pakistan Studies | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 3 | |||
| CHEM-201 | Fuel Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-202 | Principles of Analytical Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-203 | Principles of Polymer Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-204 | Introduction to Nano-chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| GEN-007 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| GEN-010/ GEN-011 | Islamic Studies (Ethics for non-Muslim students) | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| Respective | Art and Humanities***** | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 4 | |||
| CHEM-205 | Forensic Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-206 | Industrial Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-207 | Environmental Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-208 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| Respective | Social sciences***** | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| GEN-008 | Civics & Community Engagement | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| GEN-003 | Entrepreneurship | 2 (2+0) | General Education |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 5 | |||
| CHEM-301 | Advanced Organic Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-302 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-303 | Advanced Physical Chemistry | 3 (3-0) | Major |
| CHEM-304 | Advanced Analytical Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-305 | Soil Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-306 | Computational Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 6 | |||
| CHEM-307 | Agricultural Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Major |
| CHEM-310 | Sample Preparation Technique | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-311 | Molecular Spectroscopy | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-308 | Scientific Writing & Research Methods | 3 (3+0) | Interdisciplinary |
| CHEM-309 | Statistics for Chemists | 3 (3+0) | Interdisciplinary |
| ISL-107/ CRS-102 | Understanding of the Holy Quran – II */ Comparative Religion Studies-II (Non-Muslims) | - | General Education |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 16 | |||
| SEMESTER 7 | |||
| CHEM-401 | Chemical Safety & Risk Management | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-403 | Chemometrics in Analytical Chemistry | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-404 | Atomic Spectroscopy | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-405 | Advanced Chromatography | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-402 | Materials Science | 3 (2+1) | Interdisciplinary |
| CHEM-399 | Internship** | 3 | Internship |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 18 | |||
| SEMESTER 8 | |||
| CHEM-417 | Electroanalytical Chemistry | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-410 | Food and Water Analysis | 3 (3+0) | Major |
| CHEM-415 | Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry | 3 (2+1) | Interdisciplinary |
| CHEM-416 | Quality Control & Assurance | 3 (2+1) | Interdisciplinary |
| CHEM-499 | Capstone | 3 | Capstone |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 15 | |||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Semester-I | ||
| CHEM-701 | Advanced Techniques in Chemistry * | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-II | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-III | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-IV | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM-726 | Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry | 3(3-0) |
| ISL-106 | Understanding of Quran-I | 1(1-0) |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester-II | ||
| CHEM-705 | Scientific Writing & Research Methods* | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-VI | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-VII | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM- | Elective Course-VIII | 3(3-0) |
| ISL-107 | Understanding of the Holy Quran – II | 1(1-0) |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Semester-III | ||
| CHEM -799 | Research Thesis | 6(0-6) |
| Credit Hours | 06 | |
| Total Credit Hours: 35 | ||
| *Students can take the course according to the availability of the instructor. | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Semester-I | ||
| CHEM-801 | Pharmaceutical Drug Analysis | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM-802 | Introduction to Nano-chemistry | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM-803 | Green Chemistry and Sustainability | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 09 | |
| Semester-II | ||
| CHEM-804 | Advanced Analytical Chemistry | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM-805 | Scientific Writing & Research Methods | 3(3-0) |
| CHEM-806 | Trends in Material Science | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 09 | |
Our Experienced Team
