Prospectus ms/MPhil/llm shari’ah/Phd programmes
Medium of Instruction The medium of instruction and examination is English. 4. Scheme of Studies
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3. Medium of InstructionThe medium of instruction and examination is English. 4. Scheme of StudiesThere will be 24 credit hours course work and 12 credit hours of thesis. Details are given below: 5. Semester-Wise Course Offering
6. Instructional Methodology The following will be the instructional methodology: i. Study Material The university provides study materials during the first two semesters of course work. ii. Workshop There is a series of mandatory workshops at the end of each semester that provides an opportunity to the students to share their understanding of course content with fellow students. A special workshop is arranged during the third semester that requires students to develop and present draft proposals of thesis to the workshop participants. iii. Assignments Each course carries a maximum of 100 marks. There are two assignments for each 3-credit hours’ course. Assignments are written by the students after studying the required readings, recommended by the Department. These assignments are designed to enable them to relate their own ideas with the concepts covered in the required readings so as to enable them to develop thorough understanding of the subject. After completion, the students send these assignments on scheduled time to the tutor appointed by the university. The tutor returns the assignments to students after giving valuable comments, and marks. iv. Thesis A student is required to carry research work under the supervision of an advisor having Ph D degree in the relevant field. There is an intensive workshop to discuss research proposals of the students. 7. Assessment System Under Continuous Assessment (Assignments), a student has to submit Assignments to his/her tutor in the stipulated time mentioned in the assignment schedule. Passing marks of the assignments are 50 percent. At the end of each semester, final examination will be conducted by the University for each Course. Students need 50 percent marks to pass the final examination; however, it is necessary for the students to obtain an aggregate of 50 percent (assignments + workshop + final examination) in each course. The ratio of marks of assignments, workshop and final examination is 20:10:70 respectively. The summary of assessment system is given below:
8. Viva-Voce After evaluation of the thesis student has to appear for viva-voce before the Research Project Committee (RPC) to defend his/her work. 9. Instructions for Thesis i. Registration in Thesis Students will submit research proposal/synopsis to the Chairman, Mass Communication Department according to the university’s approved criteria. The Departmental Research Project Committee will recommend the students’ research proposals/ synopses to the VC (AIOU) for approval after thesis orientation workshop. The committee shall also recommend the name of supervisor for students’ research work. ♦ Thesis will be of 200 marks, (100 marks for evaluation of research work and 100 marks for oral examination.) ♦ The minimum period to complete the thesis is one year and the maximum period shall be two years provided the condition of maximum duration of five years shall not be affected. (Detailed information in this regard can be obtained from the Department on request). ♦ Students are advised to keep closely in touch with their respective supervisor and also with the Department for research activities and submit their progress reports to the Department intermittently.
Students will deposit fee in bank for thesis evaluation at the time of submitting the thesis to the Department. iii. Plagiarization In case a thesis is found to be plagiarized version of some other thesis, research work, text, etc. published or unpublished, the student’s candidature for M Phil shall be cancelled and he/she shall be debarred forever from admission to any programme of the university. In case the plagiarism is proved, after the award of M Phil degree, the degree shall be cancelled/withdrawn. The M Phil degree shall be awarded after the positive reports of external evaluators of the research report and the successful defence by the student in viva-voce. The Dean will forward the report of the Viva-Voce to the Controller of Examinations for notification and award of the degree. iv. Format of Thesis The students will be required to observe guidelines regarding format, writing, referencing, paper quality and other related matters. (Detailed information in this regard could get from the Department on request or the information on format will be provided during the thesis orientation workshop). v. Research and Candidacy The Department will hold synopsis orientation workshop to identify the topic of research. The synopsis shall be prepared in accordance with the guidelines/format approved by BASR. The student shall submit a detailed research proposal in the third semester (after the completion of course work) and make a presentation before the Departmental Synopsis Committee. Participation in the orientation workshop will be mandatory. The students shall be required to deposit the prescribed dues after approval of topic/symposia by the committee.
Registration Fee Rs.200/- Admission Fee+Rs.100/- Technology Fee Rs.1100/- Course Fee (3– Credit Hours) Rs.2800/- Thesis Fee Rs.11140/- Thesis Evaluation Fee Rs.4725/- 11. General Information Only the prescribed admission form will be entertained. Website downloaded form or photocopy of the form and incomplete forms will not be entertained, in any case. Admission to M Phil Mass Communication will be granted against limited seats strictly on the basis of merit and criteria as approved by the university. The university reserves the right not to start this programme if a viable group of students is not formed. Only the selected candidates will be informed about the result of the admission. On receipt of individual admission intimation, the student will deposit the required fee according to the procedure as laid down by the university in the admission intimation letter. Fee cannot be refunded once paid for admission nor can it be adjusted for any other programme. On payment of the registration fee, each student will be issued a registration number. The number must be quoted in all the future correspondence along with roll numbers, course(s) code numbers and semester. The students already having registration number need not to pay the registration fee. They should mention their registration number in the admission form. During the semester the address of any student will not be changed, however, in real hardship, change of address will be considered if it is supported by a justifiable plea.
It is the responsibility of the admitted students to remain in continuous contact with the department regarding his/her programme. A student already enrolled to a programme or a specialization of a programme shall not be allowed to transfer his/her admission to another programme. Admission to courses for the spring semester and autumn semester are generally offered in the months of February and August respectively. The continuing students are sent computerized admission forms. However, if for any reason, the student does not get the said form, he/she may get general admission form from any regional office of the university and send it to Director Admission of the university within the due date along with due fee deposited through bank challan slip.
Only on receipt of admission offer, the candidate would pay dues in accordance with the fee tariff as directed by the Admission Office. 13. How to Apply for Admission? Candidates for M Phil are required to send complete admission forms along with attested copies of all educational degrees, certificates, and marks sheet at the following address before the closing date. Incomplete admission forms will not be accepted. Note: Admission form complete in all respect must be sent on the following address: Professor Syed Abdul Siraj (Ph.D) Chairman
Department of Mass Communication AIOU, Sector H-8, Islamabad. For clarification about academic matters please contact on the following address: 13. Faculty Members
b) Ph.D IN MASS COMMUNICATION Ph.D in Mass Communication involves 18 credit hours coursework followed by comprehensive research to generate body of knowledge on the mass communication phenomena. The coursework comprises International Communication and Globalization, Approaches to Mass Communication: Mass Communication Theory and Effects (Part-1), Approaches to Mass Communication: Mass Communication Theories and Effects (Part-2), Media Debates, Content Analysis Research in Mass Communication, and Political Communication. This programme will make students learn the global perspective of Mass Communication, and help them explore media-society relationships. Besides, the students will be able to debate, and independently investigate the issues relating to political and sociological perspectives of Mass Media and Communication at national and international levels. Objectives The Ph.D Mass Communication programme has been designed to advance higher studies and research in Mass Communication enabling students to critically analyze the relationships between media and society. Eligibility and Procedure for Admission A candidate seeking admission in Ph.D Mass Communication shall apply on the prescribed form to the Chairman, Mass Communication Department after announcing the admission by the University. The minimum entry requirements for admission to Ph.D Mass Communication are:
(b) Interview and test by the Ph.D Admission Committee (c) Admission of Ph.D will be notified by the Director Admissions after the receipt of admission dues. (d) Publication of research article in HEC recognized journals shall be given additional weightage. (The Department grants admissions to a limited number of students purely on merit basis). Duration The minimum duration of the Ph.D degree shall be six semesters (three years) and maximum duration shall be ten semesters (five years) Course work The minimum period for completion of Ph.D course work shall be two semesters (one year) and maximum of four semesters (two years) provided the maximum period of five years is not affected. Thesis The minimum period to complete Ph.D thesis after confirmation of the confirmation of candidature (date of notification by Admission Office) shall be three semesters provided the maximum period of five years is not affected. (Detailed information regarding thesis can be had from the Department). Details of Course Work of Ph.D First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY The following instructional methodology will be adopted: (i) Study Material The University will provide guidelines on suggested readings regarding the courses. (ii) Assignments Assignment will be written by the students after studying the required readings recommended by the Department. These assignments are designed to enable them to relate their own ideas with the concepts covered in the required readings so as to enable them to develop through understanding of the subject. After completion, the student sends these assignment on scheduled time to tutor appointed by the University. The tutor returns the assignments after giving valuable comment and marks. (iii) Workshops There is a series of mandatory workshops at the end of each semester that provides an opportunity for the students to share their understanding of course content with the fellow students and learning and clarifying their concepts of the course contents with the help of experts/resource persons. (iv) Student Counseling Students counseling is provided regarding academic matters through telephone, email, etc by concerned Faculty Member. (v) Synopsis Orientation Workshop The department will hold two weeks Synopsis Orientation Workshop to identify the topics for students’ research and develop the synopses for their Ph.D thesis. The synopses will then be submitted to the Board of Advance Studies and Research (BASR) for approval. Students shall submit detailed research proposals in the third semester (after the completion of course work). Participation of the students in Synopsis Orientation Workshop will be mandatory.
A student is required to carry out research work under a trained supervisor having Ph.D degree in the relevant field. ASSESSMENT Students’ performance in the Ph.D Mass Communication is evaluated as under: (i) Assignments Each course carries maximum of 100 marks. There are two assignments for each 3 credit hours course. The passing marks in the assignment is 50/100. (ii) Workshops Students’ activities in the workshop are thoroughly monitored and a weightage of 10% will be given to students according to their performance in the workshops. (iii) Final Examination At the end of each semester, final examination will be conducted by the University for each course. (iv) Comprehensive Examination
(v) Thesis Evaluation
The Ph.D viva-voce will be an open defense. The topic, time and place of viva-voce will also be notified by Chairman of the Department on Notice Boards in the University as an invitation to all those who want to attend the viva-voce. CANCELLATION OF ADMISSION Admission of already admitted student or a new candidate may be cancelled in accordance with University’s Regulation in the following circumstances:
FEE DEPOSITING PROCEDURE Only on receipt of admission offer, the candidate would pay dues in accordance with the fee tariff as directed by the Admission Office. Note: No fee is required at the time of submission of the admission form. HOW TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION Candidates are required to send complete admission forms along with attested copies of all educational degrees, certificates and marks sheet at the following address before the closing date. Incomplete admission forms will not be accepted. PROGRAMMES OFFERED DEPARTMENT OF IQBAL STUDIES Introduction The Department of Iqbal Studies was established in the university when it was renamed with Allama Iqbal's ascription. It has so far offered two courses at Intermediate, three courses at B.A. level, full programme with thirty six credit hours at M Phil level and Ph.D Iqbal Studies Program. (a) M.PHIL IQBAL STUDIES 1. Objectives i. Dissemination of Iqbal's teachings at a large scale for educated Community of Pakistan and other Muslim countries. ii. To strengthen the ideology of Pakistan and to achieve national integrity and unity according to the Islamic message of the Poet Philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal of Pakistan. Yüklə 0,64 Mb. Dostları ilə paylaş:
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