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"Taught man that which he knew not" Al-Quran (30:96:5)

FACULTY OF CONTEMPORARY STUDIES (FCS)

National Defence University, Islamabad

Admission Information Kit

S E C T O R : E - 9 , I S L A M A B A D

"Taught man that which he knew not" Al-Quran (30:96:5)


Admissions Kit – Faculty of Contemporary Studies

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National Defence University (NDU) NDU is the apex institution of the Pakistan Armed Forces, specifically established to impart education in fields of strategy, statecraft, warfare, public policy, leadership and peace studies with focus on national security and defence. It is a Centre of Excellence in academic and research pursuits, promoting the cause of free, open and critical inquiry and scholarly debate in the service of the government and society of Pakistan. The university is designed to cater the needs of the senior leadership from various segments of the society and the government from both home and abroad. Suiting the needs of senior leadership, NDU runs a number of short and long duration programmes. Now the institution is also open for private sector for M.Sc, M.Phil, and Ph.D programmes.

Faculty of Contemporary Studies (FCS) Established since June 2008 the Faculty of Contemporary Studies(FCS) functions as an institution of excellence imparting higher education to the fresh graduates as well civilian and military practitioners. The FCS has the proud privilege of being the pioneer institution in offering graduate programmes in the disciplines of Government & Public Policy, Strategic & Nuclear Studies, Peace & Conflict Studies and Leadership & Management Studies alongside the traditional International Relations Program. Evolving from Pakistan’s premium defence studies institution National Defence University, FCS offers a unique environment where students gain an exposure to the strategic milieu of Pakistan in an excellent academic environment. The curricula of all programmes follow international guidelines. While the students are given an understanding of the global context for each module, the focus remains on innovating and introducing skill sets to suit the requirements of Pakistan’s environment. The programmes at FCS have been designed to attract not only the fresh graduates but also practitioners who can bring richness of their experience to the academic environment of the classroom. The programmes are designed with due consideration to the needs of fresh graduates and mid-career professionals. FCS aims to become the prime institution of Social Sciences in Pakistan and impart education that will set its graduates a cut above the rest. All department at FCS offer M.Sc, M.Phil, and Ph.D degrees.

Office of the Registrar: Admissions: National Defence University (NDU) offers admissions in M.Sc, M.Phil & Ph.D at Faculty of Contemporary Sciences twice a year (Spring & Fall). The admission at NDU is strictly based on the merit. The University is open to all persons irrespective of gender, religion, race, creed, colour or domicile. Admission shall be granted on the basis of eligibility criteria of the university. Applicants who have appeared in pre-requisite level examination prescribed for admission in a programme and are awaiting results will be provisionally admitted against an undertaking that they will pass their examination as per admission criteria. Students are required to submit attested copies of their certificates/degrees within four weeks of declaration of results, failing which the University will cancel their admission. Only those students who have completed all the formalities and deposited their fees and other dues on the prescribed date are eligible for registration. Each student, admitted on the merit, is expected to take the full load of the courses prescribed for the semester.



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Programs:

Department/Program Level

M.Sc* M.Phil* Ph.D* MS-PM

Shift* Mor. Eve. Mor. Eve. Mor. Eve. weekend

Government & Public Policy - -

Strategic & Nuclear Studies - -

Leadership & Management Studies -

International Relations - -

Peace & Conflict Studies - -

*program and shift offering depends on the published advertisement of the specific session Eligibility Criteria:

Criteria M.Sc M.Phil/MS

Ph.D

Education

Min. 14 years in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized

institution

Min. 16 years in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized

institution

M.Phil /MS in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized

institution

Division/CGPA Min. 2nd Div. Min. 2nd Div/ 2.5/4.0 CGPA

Min. 1st Div./ 3.0/4.0 CGPA

Tests NDU Entry Test GAT(General) by NTS

with 50% & NDU Entry Test

GRE-Intl (Subject) / GAT(Subject) with

60% /70% & NDU Entry Test

Interview appearance

Must Must Must

** Relevant discipline as advertised in the admission advertisement of specific session Merit determination: M.Sc: NDU Entry Test: 30 Marks Interview: 10 Marks Academic Record: 60 Marks {SSC+HSSC+BA/BSc (1

st Div.) = 20 each} {SSC+HSSC+BA/BSc(2

nd Div.) = 10 each}

M.Phil/MS: NDU Entry Test: 50 Marks Interview: 20 Marks Academic Record: 30 Marks {BA/BSc+ MA/MSc (1

st Div.) = 15 each} {BA/BSc + MA/M.Sc (2

nd Div.) = 7.5 each}

Ph.D: NDU Entry Test: 25 Marks Interview: 25 Marks Research Proposal: 50 Marks



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Procedure: i. Process application through Online Admission System at

www.ndu.edu.pk. ii. Take the print of duly filled /completed application and attach the

relevant documents as per check list provided on the printed application.

iii. Submit duly completed form along with enlisted documents and specified payment (cash/ pay- order in favour of National Defence University) by hand or through courier within stipulated time period.

iv. Appear in the NDU Entry Test/GAT & Interview on the given date and time. v. Check your name on the merit list displayed on the university main gate & website. vi. Selected candidates collect their fee voucher from respective departments and submit in the

Bank. vii. Submit the copy of submitted fee voucher along with the duly filled registration form in

respective department with in due dates.

Contacts: Tel (Exchange): 9262066-68 Admission Office: Ext. 6059 Government & Public Policy Dept: Ext. 6032 Leadership & Management Studies Dept: Ext. 6041 International Relations Dept: Ext. 6035 Strategic & Nuclear Studies Dept: Ext. 6034 Peace & Conflict Studies Dept: Ext. 6033 Important Dates for Admissions:

Events Dates

Availability of Admission Form

Last date of submission of Admission Form

NDU Entry Test M.Sc & M.Phil –

PhD. –

GAT (General) & GAT (Subject)

Interviews M.Sc & M.Phil –

PhD. –

Declaration of Result of Entry Test/1st Merit List

M.Sc & M.Phil –

PhD. –

Date of Depositing Dues / Registration for 1st Merit List

Semester Begins

Enter to Learn Leave to Serve

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Department of Government & Public Policy (GPP) Introduciton The programme in Government and Public Policy prepares students for careers in policy analysis, programme evaluation, and management and planning. The curriculum provides a foundation in subjects ranging from elements of public policy and its relevance in efficient governance; decision-making processes and specific analytic tools and concepts of economic theory and statistical modeling with the aim of creating a trained community of policy analysts and evaluators. The programme is designed to equip the participants with analytical approach and critical perspective to policy issues, with special focus on training to find innovative solutions of complex policy problems in the field of public policy as well as in the emerging fields of Environment, Disaster Management and Governance. To give students a chance to apply the skill sets learned in classroom to real policy issues and also experience field work, they are required to carry out exploration of a policy issue and author a project report based on their findings. The programme is designed to meet the needs of graduate students aspiring for careers in public policy as well as practitioners and mid-career professionals from public, corporate and non-profit sectors seeking to enhance their analytical skills. Our vibrant student body constitutes individuals from diverse backgrounds which make the class room experience rich and rewarding. Students also benefit from frequent visits by local and nationally known policy professionals. The department offers MSc, M.Phil and Ph.D degrees. Faculty of Department:

Prof. Dr. Syed Bashir Hussain Dr. Sarfraz Hussain Ansari Dr. Muhammad Bashir Khan Dr. Shahzad Hussain Brig (Retd) Tahir ul Mulk Kahlon Mr. Shafei Moiz Hali

List of Courses

MSc - GPP

Compulsory Courses (Two from the following)

Ser Code No. Name of Course


1 GP -503 Principle of Economics

2 GP -526 Micro-economics-Theory of the Firm



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3 GP -522 Welfare Economics

4 GP -527 Macroeconomics- Fiscal/Monetary Policies

Core Courses



5 GP- 501 Introduction to Public Policy

6 GP -539 Policy Seminar II

7 GP -502 Government and Politics: Concepts and Theories

>> Environmental Policy

8 GP -504 IT for Government & Public Policy

>> Economic Development

9 GP -505 Strategic Communication Skills

>> Region-specific Studies

10 GP -506 Quantitative Analysis

>> District Government: Development policy Perspective

11 GP -507 Policy Analysis

>> Poverty and Poverty Reduction Strategies in Pakistan

12 GP -508 Research Methodology

>> Disaster Risks Mapping in Pakistan

13 GP -509 Public Finance in Public Policy

17 GP -599 Research Project/Capstone Seminar

14 GP -510 Program Evaluation

15 GP -513 Project Management.

16 GP -525 Policy Seminar I

>> Health Policy

>> Education Policy

>> Social Policy

>> Defence Policy of Pakistan

>> Economic Policy

>> Mass Media & Public Policy

>> Disaster Management

Elective Courses


Ser Code No.

Name of Course

18 GP -511 Foreign Policy of Pakistan

19 GP -530 Regional/Urban Economics



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20 GP -512 Dynamics of national Security Policy

21 GP -531 Natural Resource/ Environmental Economics and Issues of Sustain Ability.

22 GP -514 Public Policy and Legal Framework: The Case of Pakistan

23 GP -532 Public Sector Economics

24 GP -515 Globalization and Economic Development

25 GP -533 International Economics — Trade/Finance

26 GP -516 Post –Independence State and Public Policy Visions

27 GP -534 History of Economic Thought

28 GP -517 Politico - Institutional Context & Public Policy

29 GP -535 Economic Policy Planning

30 GP -518 Policy Issues and Analysis of Nonprofit, NGOs, and Philanthropy

31 GP -536 Economy of Pakistan A Survey

32 GP -519 Comparative Public Policy.

33 GP -537 Special Topics: eg International Financial Institutions.

34 GP -520 Governance: Concepts and Theories

35 GP -538 Independent Study/Internship

36 GP -521 Comparative Social and Political Thought

37 GP-540 Perspective on Public Administration

38 GP -523 Social Aspects of Development and Public Policy

39 GP-541 Personnel Administration in the Public Sector

40 GP -524 Decision Making Under Uncertainty

41 GP-542 Theories of Public Bureaucracy

42 GP -528 Money and Banking

43 GP-543 Public Economics

44 GP -529 Labor Economics

M.Phil. - GPP

Core Courses


Ser Code No.

Name of Course

1 GP -601 Theories of Public Policy

2 GP -606 Policy Analysis and Design

3 GP -602 Economics in Public Policy Analysis

4 GP -617 Program Evaluation.

5 GP -603 Research Methodology

6 GP -604 Empirical Analysis for Public Policy

7 GP -699 M.Phil Dissertation

Elective Courses


Ser Code No.

Name of Course

8 GP -605 Social Policy Analysis: Politics and economics of inclusion/ exclusion

9 GP -613 International Economics



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10 GP- 607 Leadership: Theory & Practice

11 GP -614 Seminar on Disaster Management in Pakistan

12 GP -608 Seminar on Economic Policies (selected topics)

13 GP -615 Seminar on Governance Issues in Pakistan

14 GP -609 Seminar on Social Sector Development Policies (Selected Topic)

15 GP -616 Theoretical Issues in Policy Analysis

16 GP -610 Seminar on Natural Resource Development Policies

17 GP -618 Economics of Sustainability.

18 GP -611 Seminar on National Security.

19 GP -619 Poverty Reduction in Pakistan.

20 GP -612 Seminar on Defense and Foreign Policy (Selected Topics)

21 GP -620 Public sector & Regulatory Management with reference to Pakistan.

PhD - GPP

Core Courses


Ser Code No.

Name of Course

1 GP -701. Philosophical Foundations of Policy Research.

2 GP-799 Doctoral Dissertation

3 GP-705A Public Policy Management: Empirical Application

Elective Courses


Ser Code No.

Name of Course

4 GP-702. The Contemporary State and Public Policy Visions.

5 GP-710 Seminar on Politics and Economics of Inclusion/ Exclusion.

6 GP-703. Values, Ethics, and Public Policy

7 GP-711 Seminar on Poverty Alleviation.

8 GP-704 Seminar on Sustainable Development

9 GP-712 Public Leadership: Principles and Practices.

10 GP-705. Policy Analysis Exercise

11 GP-713 Advanced Course on Pakistan Polity and Public Policymaking.

12 GP-706 Evaluation Research Seminar

13 GP-714 Defence Policy Analysis

14 GP-707 Critical Readings.

15 GP-704A Development, Equity, Sustainability

16 GP-708 Directed Studies: Specific Topics.

17 GP-706A Advanced Program Evaluation

18 GP-709 Dynamics of Governance



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Department of Leadership & Management Studies (LMS) Introduction Department of LMS welcomes you to chose and pursue higher studies to become a member of industry and scholarly community. Here in LMS, the dedicated efforts of faculty and staff is to create intellectual stimulus and opportunities to provide you with the highest quality educational experience in Leadership and Business Management I believe, LMS will continue to provide the expected learning environment with an aim to develop your ability to understand, engage in academic excellence, analyze, communicate and develop novel knowledge through research and practice. Vision Carving the future leaders and managers develop brilliance and entrepreneurial skills through academic excellence with clarity by promoting inquisitiveness. Faculty of Department:

Prof. Dr. Tahir Masood Dr. Saman Attiq Dr. Munnawar Naz Khokhar Dr. Zia Ur Rehman Mr. Umer Iftikhar Malik Mr. Adnan Jameel

List of Courses

MSc - LMS

Core Courses



1 LMS-501 Principles of Management

2 LMS-512 Human Resource Management

3 LMS-503 Principles of Marketing

4 LMS-513 Financial Management

5 LMS-504 Financial Accounting

6 LMS-514 Entrepreneurship: Role of Leaders

7 LMS-506 Writing and Business Communications

8 LMS-515 Management Information System

9 LMS-507 Strategic Management

10 LMS-518 Business Math’s and Statistics

11 LMS-508 Business Research Methods

12 LMS-519 Leadership and Change Management



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13 LMS-511 Fundamentals of Leadership

Optional Courses

Group A: Finance



14 LMS-505 Managerial Economics

15 LMS-535 Commercial Banking

16 LMS-509 Managerial Accounting

17 LMS-536 International Finance Management

18 LMS-531 Management of Financial Institutions

19 LMS-537 International Trade

20 LMS-532 Investment Banking

21 LMS-538 Cost Accounting

22 LMS-533 Corporate Finance

23 LMS- 550 Research Thesis (in-lieu of 2 optional courses)

24 LMS-534 Managerial Finance

Group B: Leadership



25 LMS-502 Strategic Business Leadership

26 LMS-552 Management by Leadership

27 LMS-548 Leadership: Role in Decision Making

28 LMS-553 Dynamic Organizational Leadership

29 LMS-549 Leadership: Role in Communication

30 LMS-554 Basic Economic Theory

31 LMS-550 Classical and Contemporary Leadership


33 LMS-551 Leading Strategy Development

Group C: Human Resource Management



34 LMS-510 Organizational Behavior

35 LMS-543 Training and Development Management

36 LMS-516 Business Law

37 LMS-544 Human Resource: Theory and Practice

38 LMS-539 Industrial and Organizational Psychology

39 LMS-545 Employee Relations Management

40 LMS-540 Organizational Structure and Theory

41 LMS-546 Change Management

42 LMS-541 Human Resource Development

43 LMS-547 Project Management



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44 LMS-542 Monitoring and Evaluation


Group D: Marketing



46 LMS-520 Consumer Behavior

47 LMS-526 Brand Management

48 LMS-521 Sales Management

49 LMS-527 New Product Development

50 LMS-522 Marketing Research

51 LMS-528 International Advertising

52 LMS-523 Services Marketing

53 LMS-529 Marketing Management

54 LMS-524 Supply Chain Management

55 LMS-530 Advertising and Promotional Strategy

56 LMS-525 Total Quality Management


M.Phil - LMS

Core Courses



1 LMS-600 Advance Strategic Management

2 LMS-601 Leadership Theory and Practice

3 LMS-604 Financial Risk Analysis/Management

4 LMS- 625 Research Thesis

5 LMS-606 Advance Methods in Business Research

Optional Courses



6 LMS-602 Entrepreneurial Leadership

7 LMS-614 Seminars on Advance Business Policy

8 LMS-603 Leadership and Decision Making

9 LMS-615 Organizational Change and Development

10 LMS-605 Leadership and Communication

11 LMS-616 Qualitative Research

12 LMS-607 Quantitative Techniques

13 LMS-617 Leadership: Theoretical and Philosophical Approach

14 LMS-609 Advance Managerial Accounting

15 LMS-618 Management: Leadership Perspective

16 LMS-610 International HRM

17 LMS-620 Behavioral Finance



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18 LMS-611 International Business Management

19 LMS-621 Contemporary Issues in Defence Management

20 LMS-612 International Marketing

21 LMS-624 Leadership Practice and Ethics

22 LMS-613 Human Resource Management: Theory and Practice

Ph.D - LMS

Core Courses



1 LMS-700 Advance Strategic Planning

2 LMS-750 Research Thesis

3 LMS-702 Advance Methods in Business Research and Quantitative Techniques

Optional Courses



4 LMS-704 Organizational Development

5 LMS-713 Business Ethics

6 LMS-705 Advance International Business Management

7 LMS-714 Advance Entrepreneurship

8 LMS-706 Advance International Human Resource Management

9 LMS-715 Action Research

10 LMS-707 Classical and Contemporary Management

11 LMS-716 Seminar on Contemporary Business and Management Issues

12 LMS-708 Advance International Financial Management

13 LMS-717 Econometric Issues

14 LMS-709 The Leadership Challenge

15 LMS-718 Advance Qualitative Research

16 LMS-710 Advance Corporate Finance

17 LMS-719 Advance Leadership and Change Management

18 LMS-711 Leadership: Theoretical and Practical Perspective

19 LMS-720 Advance E-Marketing

20 LMS-712 Seminars on Leadership/ Management



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The MS-Project Management (MSPM) program is developed to contribute towards meeting the rapidly growing demand in Pakistan for competent, motivated and qualified graduates with rigorous institutionalized project management training and research. The MSPM program’s graduates will be equipped with all the project management knowledge they need in order to professionally manage and administer projects in Pakistan in the private or public-sectors, in development fields and in the non-governmental sector. Special emphasis is accorded to developing, inter alias, their analytical, creative skills, communication, leadership and inter-personal skills and providing them with a holistic perspective of project management.

MS – Project Management

Core Courses

Ser Code No. Name of Course Ser Code No. Name of Course

1 PM-600 Management, Organizational Policy and Practices

2 PM-601 Statistical Inference

3 PM-602 Research Methodology 4 PM-603 Quantitative Techniques

5 PM-650 Thesis

Elective Courses

6 PM-604 Advanced Project Management 7 PM-605 Project Constraint Management(Time & Cost)

8 PM-606 Project Quality and Risk Management

9 PM-607 Project Stake Holder Management

10 PM-608 Project Controlling and Monitoring

11 PM-609 Software Project Management/Applications

12 PM-610 Development and Management of Complex Projects

13 PM-611 Seminar in Project Management



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Department of Peace & Conflict Studies (PCS)

Introduciton: National Defence University (NDU) has the privilege to establish the Department of Peace & Conflict Studies, the first one in the country. It is an interdisciplinary field in social sciences. It has its roots in the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology and Security Studies. This program revolves around the research and analysis of international disputes and conflicts and bringing of sustainable peace. It also covers the process of minimizing the violence at domestic, regional and international levels. The Department offers degrees of M.Sc. M.Phil. and Ph.D degree that are designed to equip the students with necessary repertoire required to ventures for careers in diversified sectors. Objectives: Peace & Conflict Studies program aims at understanding of the issues that may lead to armed conflicts and war. Primarily the focal points of this program are causes and conditions of violence, conflict analysis, conflict resolution and transformation. Students are introduced with different approaches to peace and conflict and given confidence to communicate their opinion and logic Job Opportunities: Degree in Peace & Conflict is equivalent to those of International Relations, Political Science or Pakistan Studies. Jobs are available in Academia, Journalism, Policy making, Public Service, Foreign Service, International Development, United Nations, International and Local Non-Governmental Organizations and Multinational Corporations. Many graduates have also gone abroad for Doctorate degrees on scholarships and others are working in well-known organizations in Pakistan. Additionally, Peace and Conflict Studies help the students in connecting with professional fields through internships and summer jobs. It helps the students to make connection in the field and provides them practical experience. The degree holders have the opportunity to get job in National Assembly of Pakistan, Senate, FIA, IB, ISPR, NECTA, all government Ministries, all Think Tanks (IPRI, IRS, ISSI, CISS etc), National and International NGOs. Faculty of Department:

Prof. Dr. Ishtiaq Ahmad Choudhry Dr. Mansur Omer Khan Dr. Musarrat Amin Asma Shakir Khawaja Maria S. Effendi Arshi Saleem Hashmi Syed Ali Irtiza



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List of Courses

M.Sc -PCS

Compulsory Courses



1 PCS-501 International Relations: Theories and Issues

2 PCS-507-A Conflict Analysis

3 PCS-502-A Introduction to Peace Studies

4 PCS-509 Traditional and Non-traditional Paradigms of Security

5 PCS-504 Research Methodology

6 PCS-597 Communication and Writing Skills

7 PCS-506-A Conflict Management and Resolution

8 PCS-5120 Political Philosophy (Greek and Western)

9 PCS-569-A International Law

Optional Courses



10 PCS-503-A Ethnic Conflict: Theories and Cases

11 PCS-573 Confidence Building Measures and Crisis Management

12 PCS-505 Comparative Peace Processes

13 PCS-574 Practical Training in Conflict Resolving Techniques (PTCRT)

14 PCS-508 Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding

15 PCS-580 Politics of Environmental Change

16 PCS-510-A Terrorism: Approaches and Perspectives

17 PCS-582 Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia

18 PCS-515 Research Thesis (6 Credit Hours)

19 PCS-585 Conflict and Cooperation in Latin America

20 PCS-521 Post-Conflict Reconstruction

21 PCS-588 Conflict and Cooperation in North Africa

22 PCS-522 Peace Education

23 PCS-590 Politics of South Africa

24 PCS-524 Conflict and Cooperation in Asia Pacific

25 PCS-591 Conflict and Cooperation in Southern Africa

26 PCS-527 Conflict and Cooperation in Middle East

27 PCS-592 Seminar: International Politics of South Africa

28 PCS-530 Conflict and Cooperation in East Africa

29 PCS-594 Arms Control and Disarmament

30 PCS-533 Conflict and Cooperation in West Africa

31 PCS-595 Theory and Practice of Nonviolence

32 PCS-536 Conflict and Cooperation in Central Asia

33 PCS-596 Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices

34 PCS-542 Conflict and Cooperation in Western Europe

35 PCS-5100 Globalization and Conflict



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36 PCS-545 Conflict and Cooperation in Eastern Europe

37 PCS-5101 Revolution and Political Change

38 PCS-548 Conflict and Cooperation in Southeast Asia

39 PCS-5102 Peace Movements

40 PCS-550 Foreign Policy Analysis

41 PCS-5103 Humanitarian Intervention

42 PCS-551 Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Assistance

43 PCS-5104 Post-nuclear Conflict

44 PCS-553 International Human Rights Law

45 PCS-5105 Seminar: International Conflict and National Security

46 PCS-554 International Humanitarian Law

47 PCS-5106 Migration, Displacement and Development

48 PCS-555 Terrorism and Political Violence

49 PCS-5107 Religion and State

50 PCS-556 Culture: Peace and Conflict

51 PCS-5108 Secularism vs. Religious Nationalism

52 PCS-557 Seminar: Religion, Peace and Violence

53 PCS-5109 War and Peace in Movies

54 PCS-558 Role of Media in Peace and Conflict

55 PCS-5110 War and Peace in Literature

56 PCS-559 Seminar: Energy, Resource Wars and Conflicts

57 PCS-5111 Philosophical Foundations of Peace and Conflict

58 PCS-560 Human Security and Conflict Prevention

59 PCS-5112 Discourses on Peace and Conflict

60 PCS-561 Gender and Armed Conflict

61 PCS-5113 Post-modernism and Conflict

62 PCS-562-A Politics of Nationalism and Identity

63 PCS-5114 Social Entrepreneurship

64 PCS-563 Civil Society and Political Change

65 PCS-5115 Seminar: Religion and Globalization

66 PCS-565 Global Conflicts since 1945

67 PCS-5116 Peace: Islamic Approaches and Perspectives

68 PCS-566 Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies

69 PCS-5117 Economics of Development

70 PCS-567 Domestic Challenges and Conflicts in Pakistan

71 PCS-5118 Seminar: Media and Peacebuilding

72 PCS-570 International Organizations

73 PCS-5119 Democratization and the Developing World

74 PCS-571 Political Economy of Peace and Conflict

75 PCS-5121 Islamic Political Thought



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M.Phil -PCS

Compulsory Courses



1 PS-601 Research Methodology

2 PS-621-A International Law and Use of Force

3 PS-602 Theories of War and Peace

4 PS-698 Research Thesis

5 PS-603 Contemporary Conflict Resolution

Optional Courses



6 PS-604-A Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia

7 PS-635 Seminar: Media and Conflict

8 PS-605 Globalization and Conflict

9 PS-636 Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices

10 PS-606 Regionalism & Regional Integration

11 PS-637 Peace Psychology

12 PS-607 Arms Control and Disarmament

13 PS-638 Seminar: Religion, Culture and Conflict

14 PS-608 Seminar: Political Economy of Peace and Conflict

15 PS-639 Seminar: Peace Education

16 PS-609 Seminar: Perspectives on Terrorism

17 PS-640 Conflict Prevention and Strategic Peace building

18 PS-624 Seminar: Dynamics of India-Pakistan Conflict

19 PS-641 Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies

20 PS-627 War and the Contemporary International System

21 PS-642 Discourses on Peace and Conflict

22 PS-630 Seminar: Kashmir Dispute and its Resolution

23 PS-643 Post-modernism and Conflict

24 PS-631 Seminar: Civil Society and Political Change

25 PS-644 Seminar: Regional Security Issues

26 PS-633 CBMs and Crisis Management

27 PS-645 War and Peace in Movies

28 PS-634 Mediation and Negotiation

29 PS-699 Research Thesis (26 Credit Hours)

PhD - PCS



1 PS-701 Advanced Course: Research Methodology

2 PS-712 Advanced Seminar on Afghanistan



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3 PS-702 Advanced Course: Theories of War and Peace

4 PS-713 Advanced Seminar on India

5 PS-703 Advanced Course: Contemporary Conflict Resolution

6 PS-714 Advanced Seminar on National Security Issues

7 PS-704 Advanced Course: Globalization and Conflict

8 PS-715 Advanced Seminar: International Society and World Political Order

9 PS-705 Advanced Course: Peace and Security in South Asia

10 PS-716 Advanced Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict

11 PS-706 Advanced Course: Regionalism & Regional Integration

12 PS-717 Advanced Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices

13 PS-707 Advanced Course: Arms Control and Disarmament

14 PS-718 Advanced Seminar: Mediation and Negotiation

15 PS-708 Advanced Seminar: Political Economy of Peace and Conflict

16 PS-719 Advanced Seminar: Religion, Culture and Conflict

17 PS-709 Advanced Seminar: Perspectives on Terrorism

18 PS-720 Advanced Seminar: Media and Conflict

19 PS-710 Advanced Seminar: Kashmir Dispute and its Resolution

20 PS-721 Advanced Seminar: Theories of International Relations

21 PS-711 Advanced Seminar: Civil Society and Political Change

22 PS-722 Advanced Seminar: Foreign Policy Analysis



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Department of Strategic & Nuclear Studies (SNS) Introduciton The Department of Strategic and Nuclear Studies (S&NS) is the first department of its kind in any Pakistani University. The Department of Strategic and Nuclear studies was established in 2009 and aims at achieving global standing as a centre of excellence in academic research with graduate, post-graduate and professional programs of excellent quality. Within this aim, the program familiarizes the students with the basic concepts in nuclear politics and regional political and strategic issues. The program focuses on nuclear revolution, debates surrounding nuclear use, nuclear strategies, as well deterrence, nuclear proliferation and non proliferation, arms control and disarmament. A combination of nuclear politics and strategic studies is meant to be combined two related fields under the rubric of strategic studies, covering technological, strategic and political aspects. The curriculum is designed to give the program a broader scope and applicability, and equip the students to address the issues in nuclear politics going beyond the technological and strategic aspects, as well as delve into various dimensions of strategic studies. Gaining and understanding of the roll of nuclear weapons in the current international order, and relating to the specific regional contexts, particularly the South Asia is an intrinsic part of the program. The program complements the field of international relations and security studies. The department offers MSc, M.Phil and Ph.D degrees. Job Opportunities: The degree holders of the SNS degree have the ample opportunity to get job in Think Tanks, Government Sector, NGOs, Strategic Institutions, Universities, Research Institutions, United Nations and affiliated organizations, Foreign Embassies, Media houses, Newspapers etc. Faculty of Department:

Dr. Zulfqar Khan Dr. Rizwana Karim Abbasi Mr. Aqab Mehmood Malik Mr. Hamayoun Khan Lt. Col. Nasir Hafeez Mr Nasir Mehmood



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List of Courses

MSc - S&NS

Core Courses



1 SNS-501 Introduction to Strategic Studies

2 SNS-507 Political Economy & Economics of Defence

3 SNS-502 Evolution and Development of Strategic Thought

4 SNS-508 Arms Control and Disarmament

5 SNS-503 Introduction to War: Theory and Conduct

6 SNS-509 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime

7 SNS-504 Theories of IR

8 SNS-510 Evolution and Dimensions of Nuclear Strategy and Deterrence Theory

9 SNS-505 Research Methodology

10 SNS-511 Introduction to Strategic Stability in South Asia

11 SNS-506 Strategy: Concept, Process and Formulation

Optional Courses



12 SNS-513 Evolution and Dimensions of Modern Strategy

13 SNS-535 International Politics Post - 1945

14 SNS-514 Role of Nuclear Weapons in the Contemporary Intl System

15 SNS-536 Terrorism Studies

16 SNS-515 Theory and Practice of Nuclear Command and Control

17 SNS-537 Irregular and Asymmetric Warfare

18 SNS-516 National Power: Its Concept, Elements and Evaluation

19 SNS-538 WMD- Chemical & Biological Weapons

20 SNS-517 Scenario Building: Planning and Simulation Exercises

21 SNS-539 Nuclear Weapon Free Zones

22 SNS-518 Conflict and Crisis Management

23 SNS-540 Nuclear Delivery Systems

24 SNS-519 Programs and Policies of the Nuclear Weapon States (Case Study)

25 SNS-541 Missile and Space Programs

26 SNS-520 Institutional and Structural Dimensions of Non-Proliferation Regime

27 SNS-542 BMD Systems: Technology and Politics

28 SNS-521 Strategic Decision Making and Policy formulation

29 SNS-543 Counter Proliferation

30 SNS-522 Nuclear Energy and Environmental Issues

31 SNS-544 South Asian Security Issues

32 SNS-523 Introduction to National and International Security

33 SNS-545 Middle Eastern Security Issues

34 SNS-524 Nuclear Technology and Weapons

35 SNS-546 East Asian Security Issues



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36 SNS-525 Strategic Culture

37 SNS-547 Central Asian Security Issues

38 SNS-526 Power: Policy, Strategy & Doctrine

39 SNS-548 European Security Issues

40 SNS-527 Strategic Dimension of International Coalitions, Alliances & Organizations-Nato,UN

41 SNS-549 Latin American Security Issues

42 SNS-528 Introduction to Civil Military Relations

43 SNS-550 North American Security Issues

44 SNS-529 Development of Air Strategy and Air Warfare

45 SNS-551 Writing and Communication Skills

46 SNS-530 Development of Naval Strategy and Naval Warfare

47 SNS-552 Dynamics of Afghan Conflict & Its Implications

48 SNS-531 International Humanitarian Law and use of force

49 SNS-553 Contemporary Disarmament Initiatives

50 SNS-532 Information and Psychological Warfare and Operations

51 SNS-554 Revolution in Military Affairs/Technology/Warfare

52 SNS-533 Energy Security

53 SNS-512 Thesis

54 SNS-534 Traditional & Non Traditional Security Paradigms

Maximum of three Courses in the entire MSc program can be taken from any other Department with the prior permission of the Head of the Department (not all in one semester)

M.Phil - S&NS

Core Courses



1 SNS-601 Contemporary Strategic Studies

2 SNS-603 Advanced Research Methodology (Statistical Analysis in Social Science Research)

3 SNS-602 Nuclear Deterrence and Strategic Stability

4 SNS-604 Thesis

Optional Courses



5 SNS-605 Strategic Decision Making (Theory & Practice)

6 SNS-617 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism Studies

7 SNS-606 Seminar on Strategic Doctrine, Policy and Strategy

8 SNS-618 Revolution in Strategic Affairs

9 SNS-607 Seminar on Role of Nuclear Weapons in Foreign & Defence Policies

10 SNS-619 US Nuclear Strategy in the 21

st Century

11 SNS-608 Non-proliferation, Arms Control and International Security

12 SNS-620 Insurgency and Counter Insurgency



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13 SNS-609 Seminar on Contemporary Nuclear Issues

14 SNS-621 Contemporary Nuclear Strategy

15 SNS-610 Dynamics of Strategic Stability in South Asia

16 SNS-622 Strategic Crisis Simulation and Management

17 SNS-611 Nuclear Politics in the Middle East

18 SNS-623 Contemporary International Political Economy

19 SNS-612 Global Nuclear Politics: Contemporary Trends and Issues

20 SNS-624 Strategic Policies of the Great Powers: Case Study

21 SNS-613 BMD: Contemporary Architectures and Issues

22 SNS-625 Irregular, 5

thGeneration and Non-Kinetic

Warfare

23 SNS-614 Comparative Strategic Cultures

24 SNS-626 Traditional and Non-Traditional Approaches to National Security

25 SNS-615 Civil-Military Relations in South Asia

26 SNS-627 South Asia: Defense and Security Policies

27 SNS-616 International Energy Security

Ph.D - S&NS



1 SNS-701 Seminar on National Security

2 SNS-718 International Energy Security

3 SNS-702 Contemporary Nuclear Strategy

4 SNS-719 Global Nuclear Politics: Contemporary Trends and Issues

5 SNS-703 Strategic Dynamics of South Asia

6 SNS-720 Revolution in Strategic Affairs

7 SNS-704 Research Colloquium (Directed Studies)

8 SNS-721 Insurgency and Counter Insurgency

9 SNS-705 Contemporary Strategic Studies

10 SNS-722 Strategic Crisis Simulation and Management

11 SNS-706 Nuclear Deterrence and Strategic Stability

12 SNS-723 Contemporary International Political Economy

13 SNS-707 Strategic Decision Making (Theory & Practice)

14 SNS-724 Strategic Policies of the Great Powers: Case Study

15 SNS-708 Seminar on Strategic Doctrine, Policy and Strategy

16 SNS-725 Seminar on Role of Nuclear Weapons in Foreign & Defence Policies

17 SNS-709 South Asia: Defense and Security Policies

18 SNS-726 Traditional and Non-Traditional Approaches to National Security

19 SNS-710 Non-proliferation, Arms Control and International Security

20 SNS-727 Dynamics of Strategic Stability in South Asia

21 SNS-711 Seminar on Contemporary Nuclear Issues

22 SNS-728 US Nuclear Strategy in the 21st

Century

23 SNS-712 Civil-Military Relations in South Asia

24 SNS-729 Military and Diplomatic History

25 SNS-713 Nuclear Politics in the Middle East

26 SNS-730 Conflict and Security Analysis



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27 SNS-714 Irregular, 5

th Generation and Non-

Kinetic Warfare 28 SNS-731

Advanced Research Seminar on Contemporary Strategic Issues

29 SNS-715 BMD: Contemporary Architectures and Issues

30 SNS-732 Advanced Terrorism Studies

31 SNS-716 Comparative Strategic Cultures

32 SNS-733 Great Power Politics

33 SNS-717 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism Studies



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Department of International Relations (IR) Introduciton Department of International Relations is the most dynamic school at the FCS that bears the institutional legacy of NDU. The Department offers a range of multi-disciplinary courses, tailored to provide students with skills and abilities essential for a variety of professional careers in public and private sectors, under the guidance of highly-qualified academicians. Pillared by studies of theory, Political history, emerging contemporary issues and a diverse array of closely related subjects, carefully designed to acquaint the students with deep understanding and to groom a new generation of political analysts, diplomats, policy makers, intellectuals, journalists and civil servants. The faculty of IR is dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning and research and providing conducive environment, numerous opportunities for students to participate in lively debates, intensive research, critical discourse, realistic simulations and scholarly seminars which form the core activities of this dynamic programme. The IR student body consists of civilians, senior military officers, foreign students, Pakistani and foreign diplomats. In addition to gaining a thorough knowledge of the essential principles of International Relations, the students are also trained to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge, critically evaluate and analyse problems and communicate effectively and confidently in various form. With its state of the art facilities, large library resources and rich exposure to teachers, practitioners and researchers, the department remains highly focused and dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education and learning outcomes. The multi- disciplinary courses offered at the department of IR, under the guidance of highly-qualified academicians, are designed to provide students with the skills and abilities applicable to a variety of professional careers in both public and private sectors, nationally and internationally. Through this endeavor of strong critical thinking, communication and analytical skills, commitment of both staff and students; individually and collectively, we help advance the knowledge and practice of students in various fields. Equipped with the skills provided, each student is able to exhibit the ability to apply knowledge, critically evaluate and analyse problems, and communicate effectively and confidently in various careers which are available to him or her both nationally and internationally. Job Opportunities: Graduates of International Relations have the ample opportunities to work as faculty members(in all universities and colleges for IR, Political Science and related subjects), research analysts(in think tanks/ research centers, regional, international organizations & NGOs), current affairs analyst (in media), writers (in newspapers etc). Further, a cash subject for CSS, ISI and PMG competitive examinations.



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Faculty of Department: Dr Muhammad Khan Dr Shaheen Akhtar Dr Muhammad Sheharyar Khan Dr Umar Hayat Ms Nargis Zahra Mr Muhammad Umar Abbasi Ms Asma Sana Mr Tasawar Hussain Mr Hamid Iqbal Mr Faheem Ullah Khan

List of Courses

MSc -IR

Core Courses

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

1 IR-501 Theories of International Relations

2 IR-506 Foreign Policy of Pakistan

3 IR-502 International Relations Since 1945

4 IR-507 Foreign Policy Analysis

5 IR-503 Introduction to International Law

6 IR-508 Research Methodology

7 IR-504 Politics of International Economic Relations

8 IR-512-A International Organizations

9 IR-505 Dimensions of Modern Strategy

10 IR-523 South Asia in World Politics

11 IR-553 Communication and Writing Skills

Optional Courses

Group A: International Politics

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

12 IR-509-A Diplomacy: Theory and Practice

13 IR-565 Rise and Fall of State Sovereignty

14 IR-510-A Foreign Policies of Major Powers

15 IR-571 The Role of Non-State Actors in International Relations

16 IR-511 Major Global Issues and International Politics

17 IR-572 Evolution of Strategic Thought

18 IR-513 Politics of Developing Countries

19 IR-573 Globalization and International Politics in the contemporary World

20 IR-514 Contemporary Muslim World

21 IR-574 State and Society in the Developing World

22 IR-515 Comparative Politics

23 IR-575 State and Society in the Developed World

24 IR-516 Human Rights in International Relations

25 IR-576 Environmental Issues and International Politics



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26 IR-517 International Politics of Environment

27 IR-577 Energy Politics in the Contemporary World

28 IR-518 Gender and Development in International Relations

29 IR-578 Scenario Building and Policy-Making

30 IR-519 Diplomatic History of Europe

31 IR-579 Arms Control and Disarmament

32 IR-569 Seminar on Selected Current Issues in International Politics

33 IR-580 Introduction to Comparative Political Thoughts

34 IR-521 Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies

35 IR-581 Dynamics of Emerging threats to International Security

36 IR-522 IR Since 1648-1945

37 IR-582 Seminar on Selected Issues in International Politics

38 IR-563 Feminism and International Relations

39 IR-583 Non-Traditional Security Threats

Group B: Area Study

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

40 IR-524 Foreign Policy of India

41 IR-540 Regional Cooperation in South Asia

42 IR-526 Politics and Foreign Policy of Afghanistan

43 IR-584 Emerging Regimes in IR

44 IR-527 Politics and Foreign Policy of Iran

45 IR-585 Regionalism: Dynamics and Diplomacy

46 IR-528 Politics and Foreign Policy of Turkey

47 IR-586 Foreign and Security Policies of China

48 IR-529 Politics and Foreign Policy of Middle East

49 IR-555 State and Society of China

50 IR-530 Politics and Foreign Policy of Asia-Pacific Region

51 IR-587 Dynamics of National Security in the Post –Cold War Era

52 IR-531 Introduction to Politics of Africa

53 IR-558 Global Terrorism

54 IR-532 International Politics of America

55 IR-560 Politics and Foreign Policy of GCC

56 IR-533 International Politics of South America

57 IR-561 Politics and Foreign Policy of Maghrib

58 IR-534 International Politics of North America

59 IR-562 Political Psychology

60 IR-535 Political Dynamics of Central Asia

61 IR-566 American Foreign Policy

62 IR-536 Politics of East Asia

63 IR-570 European History and Politics: 1815-1945

64 IR-537 Seminar on Regional Issues/Politics

65 IR-588 Politics of Asia-Pacific Region

66 IR-538 Politics of Pakistan

67 IR-589 Security Policy of India

68 IR-539 Politics of India

69 IR-590 Small States in International Politics



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Group C: International Law and Organization

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

70 IR-545 Use of Force in International Law

71 IR-551 Conflict and Conflict Resolution

72 IR-546 UN Role in International Politics

73 IR-552 Seminar on Issues Relating to International Law &Organizations

74 IR-547 International Humanitarian Law

75 IR-559 International Refugee Law

76 IR-548 Human Rights Law

77 IR-556 Regional Organizations of South Asia

78 IR-549 International Environmental Law

79 IR-567 Law of the Sea and Air Space Law

80 IR-568 Migration, Urbanization and IDP’s

M.Phil -IR

Core Courses

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

1 IR- 601 Advanced Course on Theories of International Relations

2 IR- 607 Contemporary Global Issues

3 IR- 635 Advanced Course on Research Methodology

4 IR-699 M.Phil Dissertation

Optional Courses

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

5 IR- 636 International Political Economy

6 IR- 643 Seminar on Contemporary South Asian Security Issues

7 IR- 604 Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia

8 IR- 644 Changing Dynamics of the International System

9 IR- 637 Foreign Policies of Great Powers (USA, Russia and China)

10 IR- 645 Politics of Energy and Water in Contemporary World

11 IR- 638 Evolution of Strategic Thought

12 IR- 646 Politics and Policies of Emerging Powers

13 IR- 608 International Security

14 IR- 647 Historic and Contemporary Geopolitics

15 IR- 609 Foreign Policy Analysis

16 IR- 648 Globalization: Impacts on State and Society in the contemporary world

17 IR- 610 War and Peace in International System

18 IR- 649 Politics of the Asia-Pacific

19 IR- 613 Foreign Policy of Pakistan

20 IR- 650 Energy Security: Diplomacy and Politics



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21 IR- 639 Regional Economic Cooperation

22 IR- 651 Changing Nature of State in the Contemporary International System

23 IR- 618 Human Rights in International Relations

24 IR- 652 Energy, Security and Environmental Politics in South Asia

25 IR- 619 Environmental Politics

26 IR- 653 Politics of Energy and Environment in Developing Countries

27 IR- 640 Contemporary Trends in International law

28 IR- 654 International Law and Global Security

29 IR- 641 Seminar on Politics of Middle East

30 IR- 655 Strategy in War and Peace

31 IR- 642 Religion and Politics in the Contemporary World

32 IR- 656 International Security Policy

33 IR- 625 Dynamics of National Security

34 IR- 657 Human Security in the Contemporary World

35 IR- 626 Terrorism in Contemporary World

36 IR- 658 Seminar Course on International Organizations

37 IR- 628 Politics of Indian Ocean

38 IR- 659 Civil Liberties And State Sovereignty In The Contemporary World

39 IR- 631 South Asia in World Politics

40 IR- 660 Seminar on International Politics of Central Asia

41 IR- 632 US Role in Global Politics

42 IR- 661 Human Rights in World Politics

43 IR- 633 EU in World Politics

Ph.D -IR

Core Courses

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

1 IR- 702 Advanced Course on Research Methodology

2 IR- 711 Foreign Policies of Major Powers

3 IR- 710 Advanced Course on Theories of International Relations

4 IR-799 Doctoral Dissertation

Optional Courses

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

Ser Code No.

Name of Course

5 IR- 709 Dynamics of Security in International Relations

6 IR- 719 Seminar Course on Comparative Politics and Political Systems of the World

7 IR- 703 Dynamics of National Security

8 IR- 720 The Role of International Financial Institutions in International Politics

9 IR- 706 Seminar Course on Kashmir

10 IR- 721 Seminar Course on Foreign Policies of Major Powers

11 IR- 707 Contemporary Conflict Resolution

12 IR- 722 Seminar Course on Defense Policies of Major Powers



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13 IR- 712 Contemporary Global Issues

14 IR- 723 Seminar Course on National Security Policies of Emerging Powers

15 IR- 713 Globalization, Modern State And Society

16 IR- 724 Dynamics of Modern Diplomacy

17 IR- 714 International Environmental Politics

18 IR- 725 Changing Dynamics of the International System

19 IR- 715 Advance Course on Non-Traditional Security Threats

20 IR- 726 Diplomacy and Use of force in International System

21 IR- 716 State, Non-State Actors and International System

22 IR- 727 Seminar on Selected Issues of National Security

23 IR- 717 Seminar Course on International Political Economy

24 IR- 728 Non Traditional Security Threats in International Politics

25 IR- 718 Issues in Pakistan’s Foreign Policy: Seminar Course



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Important Extracts from Rules & Regulations: Duration:

Program Min Max Total Cr. Hrs

M.Sc 4 Semesters (2 Years) 6 Semesters (3 Years) 66 Cr. Hrs.

M.Phil 4 Semesters (2 Years) 6 Semesters (3 Years) 24+12 = 36 Cr. Hrs.

Ph.D 6 Semesters (3 Years) 10 Semesters (5 Years) 20 + Thesis

Examination: 1. A student shall be evaluated in each course on the basis of quizzes, class assignments, midterm and final term examinations. 40% marks shall be reserved for quizzes, class assignments, midterm tests and 60% marks for the final term examinations. 2. The terminal examinations will be held at the end of each semester on the dates to be fixed by the Controller of Examinations in consultation with the HoDs/centers/colleges. 3. A “Seminar Course” offered by a dept shall/shall not be subject to final term examinations. A “Seminar Course” may be marked /graded by the teacher concerned on the basis of student’s performance in the course. The same will be conveyed to the Controller of Examinations for the purpose of record and notification of result accordingly. 4. A student shall be eligible to appear in the terminal examinations provided that:-

a. he/she has been on the rolls of the University during that semester; b. has registered himself/herself for the courses of study, and has attended, not less than 80% of the lectures/seminars delivered to his/her class in each course. c. has paid all the University dues including tuition fee and other charges, etc, by commencement of the semester. d. In case a student joins a course after it has started, he/she will be responsible for any missed quizzes, assignments and lectures. The marks in missed quizzes, assignments etc., will be considered ZERO while make-up tests, and assignments etc., can be arranged in consultation with the teacher concerned and Head of the Department.

Change/Drop of Courses: 1. A student may change or drop course(s) or convert a credit course into a non-credit course, or vice-versa, within 15 days from the date of commencement of a semester on the recommendations of the teacher(s) and the Head of the Department concerned. The Head of Dept may allow registration/change or drop of course(s) after the due dates subject to the payment of late fee of Rs.500 per course. 2. No registration or change of course(s) shall be allowed after 22 days from the date of commencement of the semester. 3. No drop of course(s) or change of a non-credit course to credit course or of a credit course to a non-credit course shall be allowed after 30 days from the date of commencement of the semester. 4. A student dropping all the registered courses or choosing not to register in any course during a semester will deem to have dropped the semester. Courses withdrawn before the mid-semester examination will not be recorded.



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5. Courses withdrawn three weeks before the commencement of the final examination will be recorded on the transcript with a grade ‘W’ after which withdrawal of the course will not be allowed. 6. A student on the recommendations of HoD concerned and the Dean, Faculty of Contemporary Studies and subject to approval of the President NDU may change from one department to another department within 15 days after the commencement of the semester. This concession shall be applicable to the students of the first semester only. Promotion: 1. The minimum pass marks for each course shall be 50%. A student obtaining less than 50% marks in any course shall be deemed to have failed in that course. 2. If a student fails to appear in the final term examination in a course(s) on medical or any other reasons, he/she shall be treated as absent and failed, and be awarded “F” grade. Such a student shall be required to appear in the final term examination in the subsequent semester in the subjects in which he/she was allowed an “F” grade. 3. A student shall repeat the compulsory and optional courses in which he/she failed, as soon as the course(s) are offered next. He has to re-register in the course (s) in which failed and has to attend at least 80 % lectures and has to pay prescribed charges per course for registration in that course(s). 4. No student shall be allowed to continue his/her studies beyond six semesters (except PhD) under any circumstances. 5. Grading grid.

90% and above A+

80% to 89.99% A

70% to 79.99% B+

65% to 69.99% B

60% to 64.99% C+

50% to 59.99% C

Below 50% F

Discipline: The following, among others, shall constitute acts of indiscipline cognizable under University regulations:- 1. Violation of public morals, such as the use of indecent and filthy language; undesirable remarks and gestures; acts of moral turpitude: disorderly behavior like abusing, quarrelling, fighting, insolence towards others use of force. 2. Indulgence in acts which may cause insult or physical injury to the students, teachers, officers, staff of the University or any other person. 3. Defiance of a University Authority. 4. Spreading by word of mouth or written material religious, sectarian, ethnic, regional or linguistic conflicts/hatred. 5. Impersonation, giving false information, willful suppression of information, cheating or deceiving. 6. Possession, carrying or use of any type of weapons/fire-arms or explosive material within the university premises. 7. Damaging any University property, including building, equipment, vehicle, etc. in any manner.



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8. Using any University property, including building, equipment, vehicle, etc, without lawful authority. 9. Sale, distribution or consumption of intoxicants on the campus. 10. Use of student organizations for furthering the cause of a political party. 11. Circulation by word of mouth or in written form material derogatory to Pakistan, Armed Forces of Pakistan, Islam or any other religion. 12. Allowing or abetting entry to the premises of the University of expelled students or anti-social elements. 13. Obstructing the functioning of the University or causing disruption of teaching/research/other activities.

Minor Penalties/Punishments

Censuring or warning in writing.

Probation for a specific period.

A fine which may amount up to Rs. 1000/-.

Withholding of a certificate of good moral character.

Deprivation from the benefits/privileges enjoyed by the student(s) of the University.

Withholding of Examination Results.

Major Penalties/Punishments

Fine commensurate with nature and extent of misconduct to a maximum of Rs.5000/- .

Cancellation of hostel accommodation.

Cancellation of financial benefits/concessions.

Suspension of admission and ban on entry in the premises of the University for a specific period.

Cancellation of examination results.

Rustication from the University for a specific period and ban on entry into the University Campus.

Expulsion from the University and ban on entry into the University campus.



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Financials: Fee /Dues Structure for M.Sc, M.Phil, Ph.D

Fee /Dues Structure for Local/Pakistani FCS Students

Fee Outline for Local/Pakistani Students

Sr# Fee Description M.Sc (Rs)

M.Phil (Rs)

Ph.D (Rs)

1 Admission Charges (One Time) 40,000 50,000 50,000

2 Semester Charges 25,000x4 30,000x4 30,000x6

3 Thesis Fee 10,000 20,000 30,000

The Students are required to pay 1st semester Fee along with one time dues at the time of admission. Semester charges for 2nd semester onward to be paid within 15 days of start of semester. Thesis fee to be paid upon submission of first draft of thesis.

Fee /Dues Structure for International FCS Students

Fee Outline for Foreigner FCS Students

Sr# Fee Description M.Sc ($)

M.Phil ($)

Ph.D ($)

1 Admission Charges (One Time) 500 625 750

2 Semester Charges 1,000x4 1,250x4 1,500x6

3 Thesis Fee 250 750 2,000

Total Fee for Entire 2/3 Years Program 4,750 6,375 11,750

Registration & Exam Charges for Additional Courses/Improvement/Repetition Cases

Registration/Exam Charges for Additional Courses/Improvement/Repetition Cases

Sr# Fee Description M.Sc

(Rs/$) M.Phil (Rs/$)

Ph.D (Rs/$)

1 Pakistani FCS Students 4,500 6,000 6,000

2 International FCS Students 60 75 75

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Transportation: Limited Transport facility is available for the student of NDU at nominal charges of Rs.5,000/- per

semester. Transportation is available on the following two routes:

Route-I Route-II

Stop Time

Stop Time

Mor Eve Mor Eve

Departure from NDU 07:00 13:30 Departure from NDU 06:45 13:30 Double Road / 9th Ave 07:10 15:00 Shaheen Chowk 06:47 13:32 Pindora Chungi 07:15 14:50 PRC Chowk 06:50 13:35 Khayaban-e-sir syed 07:15 14:45 Jinnah Avenue 07:00 13:50 Pirwadahi 07:20 14:45 Islamabad Express Way 08:25 14:30 Dhokh Hasu Stop 07:22 14:40 Khannapul 08:20 14:20 Westridge III (IJP Road) 07:25 14:35 Gulzar-e-Quaid 08:05 14:15 Piwadhai More (Peshawar Road) 07:30 14:30 Airport Chowk 07:35 14:00 Chur Chowk 07:35 14:25 Ammar Chowk 07:45 14:00 Qasim Market (Peshawar Road) 07:40 14:20 Scheme III 07:50 14:00 22 No. Chungi - - Adyala Road, RWP 07:50 14:30 Dawoo Terminal 07:50 14:15 Rawal Road 07:15 14:45 Kohinor Mills Stop 07:53 14:10 Chandni Chowk 07:10 14:45 Golra Chowk 08:00 14:05 Double Road/ I-8/3 07:05 14:50 Islamabad Chowk 08:10 14:00 PRC Chowk 08:45 15:00 Nust Chowk 08:15 13:55 Shaheen Chowk 08:50 15:15 G – 11 Markaz Via Sachal Road 08:25 13:50 Return to NDU 08:55 15:20 Ibn-e Sina Road 08:22 13:48 G – 10 Markaz Via Swan Road 08:30 13:45 Karachi Company 08:35 13:40 PRC Chowk 08:40 15:10 F – 8/2 Service Road 08:45 15:15 Shaheen Chowk 08:48 15:15 NDU 08:55 15:20



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Library

Founded in 1970, the National Defence University Library Islamabad, over the years progressed and expanded significantly. It is now one of the well organized academic cum research libraries of the defence institutions and the capital as well. Its collection is a blend of books, research papers, professional journals, newspaper clippings and digital databases. The library is stocked with 70,000 books, professional journals and other materials on subjects of interest including military history, defence and security studies, nuclear studies, international relations, peace and conflict studies, governance and public policy, economics, politics, international relations, Pakistan affairs, Islam, etc. The books have been classified using Dewey Decimal Classification Scheme (DDC).

By virtue of its dynamic and user friendly services, the library is playing vital role in research support activities. The effective practices of acquisition, organization and dissemination of information have been highly valuable in extension of services to the researchers.



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NDU Publications

NDU Journal – Annually

Margalla Papers – Annually

ISSRA Papers – Biannually

Journal of Contemporary Studies – Annually

NDU Monograph – Quarterly

Special Publications – Post Seminar, Workshops Reports, Manuals & News letters

Documents

Prospectus General 2013 14