Department of Education
- Introduction
- Vision
- Mission
- Programs Offered
Introduction
The Department of Education is committed to transforming lives through education. Young people look for educational opportunities that prepare them to earn a decent living, assume a dignified role in society, render social service, contribute to the progress and prosperity of the nation, and participate in shaping future generations. The Department of Education strives to nurture and fulfill these aspirations of the youth through professional education and training programs for careers in teaching at different levels and in different institutions.
The department is concerned with methods of teaching in schools and prepares prospective teachers to teach in a school-like environment. It also uncovers opportunities to work in administrative and management positions in education, as well as specialized undertakings in educational leadership, educational psychology, curriculum development, and educational assessment & evaluation. The Department of Education focuses mainly on producing educational researchers, curriculum experts, assessment experts, and educational thinkers by providing opportunities to participate in seminars and workshops, collaborate with national and international speakers, and enhance their research and professional skills.
Vision
To become a leading center of excellence in teacher education, educational research, and leadership innovation; we dedicate ourselves to nurturing highly skilled educators and scholars capable of addressing contemporary challenges at both national and international levels.
Mission
To transform lives through quality education by preparing competent, ethical, innovative, and research oriented education professionals who contribute effectively to teaching, educational leadership, curriculum development, and assessment practices. Through academic excellence and impactful inquiry, we empower educators to shape a brighter future.
Scope
The Department of Education provides comprehensive academic and professional opportunities in the field of education. The department prepares prospective teachers for effective classroom instruction, educational administration, leadership, curriculum development, educational psychology, assessment and evaluation, and educational research. It promotes collaboration with national and international experts, encourages participation in academic seminars and workshops, and develops professional competencies required for diverse careers in educational institutions and organizations.
Aims & Objectives
- To prepare professionally competent teachers for different educational levels and institutions.
- To develop educational leaders capable of managing and improving educational organizations.
- To promote excellence in teaching, learning, and educational research.
- To enhance critical thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students.
- To cultivate professional ethics, social responsibility, and lifelong learning attitudes.
- To encourage engagement with contemporary educational trends and global best practices.
- To contribute to national development through quality teacher education and research.
- To promote lifelong learning and continuous professional development among graduates.
- To provide high-quality professional education and training programs for future educators.
- To equip students with modern pedagogical knowledge and effective teaching methodologies.
| S. No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER I | ||||
| 1 | GEN-005 | Quantitative Reasoning – I * | 3 (3-0) | General Education |
| 2 | GEN-002 | Natural Science (General Science) | 3 (2-1) | General Education |
| 3 | GEN-001 | Functional English * | 3 (3-0) | General Education |
| 4 | GEN-004 | Applications of Information & Communication Technologies (ICT) * | 3 (2-1) | General Education |
| 5 | EDU-101 | Foundations of Education | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 6 | EDU-102 | Inclusive Education | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| Semester Total: | 18 | |||
| SEMESTER II | ||||
| 1 | GEN-006 | Quantitative Reasoning – II * | 3 (3-0) | General Education |
| 2 | GEN-006 | Social Sciences (Psychology) | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 3 | GEN-002 | Expository Writing * | 3 (3-0) | General Education |
| 4 | EDU-103 | Education for Sustainable Development | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 5 | EDU-104 | Educational Psychology | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 6 | EDU-105 | Research Methods in Education | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 7 | ISL-106 | Fehm-e-Quran – I | 1 (0-1) | General Education |
| Semester Total: | 18 | |||
| SEMESTER III | ||||
| 1 | GEN-009 | Arts & Humanities (Urdu) | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 2 | GEN-010/011 | Islamic Studies * (Ethics for non-Muslim students) | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 3 | GEN-007 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan * | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 4 | EDU-201 | Curriculum Development | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 5 | EDU-202 | Critical Thinking and Reflective Practices | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 6 | EDU-203 | Educational Assessment and Evaluation | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 7 | EDU-204 | Teaching of English | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| 8 | ISL-107 | Fehm-e-Quran – II | 1 (0-1) | General Education |
| Semester Total: | 19 | |||
| SEMESTER IV | ||||
| 1 | GEN-009 | Pakistan Studies * | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 2 | GEN-008 | Civics & Community Engagement * | 2 (1-1) | General Education |
| 3 | GEN-003 | Entrepreneurship * | 2 (2-0) | General Education |
| 4 | EDU-205 | School Management | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 5 | EDU-206 | Educational Policies and Plans of Pakistan | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 6 | EDU-207 | School Observation | 2 (0-2) | Major |
| 7 | EDU-208 | Teaching of Urdu | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| Semester Total: | 17 | |||
| SEMESTER V | ||||
| 1 | EDU-301 | Education in Pakistan | 3 (3-0) | Interdisciplinary Courses |
| 2 | EDU-302 | History of Education | 3 (3-0) | Interdisciplinary Courses |
| 3 | EDU-303 | Contemporary Literacies | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 4 | EDU-304 | Teaching of Art, Crafts and Calligraphy | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| 5 | EDU-306 | School Organization and Management | 3 (3-0) | Educational Leadership and Management (elective) |
| Semester Total: | 15 | |||
| SEMESTER VI | ||||
| 1 | EDU-307 | Guidance and Counseling in School | 3 (3-0) | Interdisciplinary Courses |
| 2 | EDU-308 | Teaching Profession | 3 (3-0) | Major: Professional Course |
| 3 | EDU-309 | Teaching of Mathematics | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| 4 | EDU-310 | Teaching of Science | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| 5 | EDU-311 | Foundations of Educational Leadership | 3 (3-0) | Major: Elective II |
| Semester Total: | 15 | |||
| SEMESTER VII | ||||
| 1 | EDU-401 | Practice Teaching – I | 3 (3-0) | Major: Practical Course |
| 2 | EDU-402 | Teaching of Social Studies and Islamiat | 3 (3-0) | Major: Pedagogy Course |
| 3 | EDU-403 | Educational Laws and Policies | 3 (3-0) | Major: Elective III |
| 4 | EDU-404 | Human Resource Management in Education | 3 (3-0) | Major: Elective IV |
| 5 | EDU-405 | Capstone Project | 3 | Capstone Project |
| Semester Total: | 15 | |||
| SEMESTER VIII | ||||
| 1 | EDU-406 | Practice Teaching – II | 3 (3-0) | Major: Practical Course |
| 2 | EDU-407 | Exceptional Children | 3 (3-0) | Interdisciplinary Course |
| 3 | EDU-408 | Financial Management for School Leaders | 3 (3-0) | Major: Elective -V |
| 4 | EDU-409 | Educational Planning & Financing | 3 (3-0) | Major: Elective-VI |
| 5 | EDU-410 | Internship | 3 | internship |
| Semester Total: | 15 | |||
| Total Degree Credit Hours: | 132 | 8 Semesters Complete | ||
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