Department of Education and Social Sciences

Education and understanding are catalysts for positive change in society. Our department offers programs that explore human behaviour, social dynamics, and educational practices. With a focus on critical thinking and empathy, we prepare students to become educators, advocates, and change-makers who shape the future.

i. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

Education is a noble profession that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our society. Students will dive deep into the field of education through pedagogical theories, curriculum development, classroom management, and educational psychology. If you have a passion for teaching, a commitment to fostering student success, and a desire to make a difference in the world, this is the perfect choice for you.

Through our Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program, graduates will be equipped with:

  • Pedagogical expertise for effective teaching.
  • Assessment skills to monitor student progress.
  • Inclusive teaching practices for diverse classrooms.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Leadership potential in educational settings.
  • A commitment to lifelong learning and ethical education practices.

Scheme of Studies

B.Ed. (Hons.) 4 year Degree Program (Secondary) Scheme of Studies
Course Code Courses Cr. Hr.
FIRST YEAR
SEMESTER – I
601 Islamic Studies / Ethics (Compulsory) 2
603 English – I (Compulsory) 3
605 Foundations of Education(Foundation) 3
607 Information Communication Technology (ICT)in Education 3
609 Content Course – I (from selected discipline) (content) 3
611 Content Course – II (from selected discipline) (content) 3
Total Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER – II
602 English-II(Compulsory) 3
604 Mathematics(Compulsory) 3
606 Critical Thinking and Reflective Practices(Professional) 3
608 Human Development and Learning(Foundation) 3
610 Content Course – III (from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
612 Content Course – IV (from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
Total Credit Hours 18
SECOND YEAR
SEMESTER – III
701 Pakistan Studies(Compulsory) 2
703 Content Elective I( in supportive area) 2+1
705 English – III(Compulsory) 3
707 Content Course – V (from selected discipline )(Content) 3
709 Content Course – VI (from selected discipline)(Content) 3
711 General Methods of Teaching (Professional) 3
Total Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER – IV
702 Content Course – VII (from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
704 Content Course – VIII (from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
706 Guidance and Counseling (Professional) 3
708 Educational Assessment and Evaluation (Professional) 3
710 Content Elective II(in supportive area) 3
712 Supervised School Experience / Observation / Visits(Professional) 3
Total Credit Hours 18
THIRD YEAR
SEMESTER – V
801 Curriculum Development(Foundation) 3
803 School, Community and Teacher(Professional) 2+1
805 Content Course – IX (from selected discipline ) (Content ) 3
807 Content Course –X (from selected discipline ) Content ) 3
809 Pedagogy – I (Methods of teachings related to specialization

(content embedded) (Professional)

3
811 Pedagogy – II (Methods of teachings related to specialization )

(content embedded)(Professional)

3
Total Credit Hours 18
SEMESTER – VI
802 Research Methods in Education( Content Embedded)Professional) 3
804 Content Course –XI (from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
806 Content Course –XII(from selected discipline ) (Content) 3
808 Content (Elective III ) in supportive area) 3
810 Teaching Practice (Short Term)(Professional) 3
812 Introduction to Statistics(Foundation) 3
Total Credit Hours 18
FOURTH YEAR
SEMESTER – VII
901 Content Course – XIII (from selected discipline) (Content) 3
903 Content Course –XIV(from selected discipline) (Content) 3
905 Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education(Professional) 3
907 Comparative Education(Professional) 3
909 Computer Literacy (Compulsory) 3
911 Content (Elective IV) (in supportive area) 3
Total Credit Hours 18
SEMESTER – VIII
902 Research Project(Content embedded) (Foundation) 3
904 Content (Elective V) in supportive area. 3
906 Content Elective (VI) in supportive area 3
908 Educational Management and Leadership(Foundation) 3
910 Teaching Practice(Professional) 6
Total Credit Hours 18

Total credits : 72 credits
Over all credits: 142 credits

For Lab and field work courses 1 credit per course will be allocated. Total credits for the programme will be 162 credits.

Credits for Education Major = 57*

Credits for selected Content specialization= 42* Credits for Electives=18

Credits for compulsory courses=25

*6 credits overlap with Education Major and Content Specialization.

B.Ed. ( Hons) 4 Year degree Programme (Secondary) Scheme of Studies

Eligibility Criteria = FA/ FSc . (12 years of equivalent education). Duration = 4 Years (8 semesters)

Course Load per semester: = 15 – 18 credits

No of Courses per semester = 5-6. (Lab courses cannot be more than 3 in a semester) Structure of the Scheme of studies:

Courses Credits
Courses in Education (Major) 57
Content courses (Subject specialization) 42
Electives (in supportive area) 18
Compulsory Courses 25