BS Face To Face Final Revise
BS Face To Face Final Revise
BS Face To Face Final Revise
BS Programmes
(Face to Face)
Environmental Sciences
Botany
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Statistics
PROSPECTUS
OF
BS (Face to Face) Programmes
For
SEMESTER: AUTUMN, 2022
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Vice-Chancellor’s Message
Dear Student,
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is one of the mega universities of the world and it
occupies a unique position in the education sector of Pakistan. Because of its affordability and
high quality distance and online academic programs. AIOU has now turned into the most
favorite university of the country with high international of repute. The university made a
landmark progress by ensuring access to quality education rural areas under-privileged
students for the people of all ages particularly the females can now select and join the
programs of their choice while sitting at their residence and along with continuing their jobs.
After assessing the success of many degree programs in Pakistan, AIOU is now going to
offer a ranges programs for the students in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain,
Oman, USA and many other countries currently. More than 1.3 million students are getting
benefits from the high quality educational services of AIOU in all regions of the country through more than fifty
regional offices of the university. It offers-suggests many undergraduate and Post Graduate programs at rural and
remote areas providing an unparalleled opportunity to all the poor and deprived sections of the society at an affordable
cost. The university has recently digitalized all its student-support services for facilitating its students on priority basis.
This digitization of the system, it is hoped, will enable AIOU students to get all kinds of educational using their
Learning Management system (LMS) portal support online.
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Semester Schedule for BS/MA/MSc (Face to Face Mode) and MPhil/Phd Programmes
Admission 16th July to 19th August (04 Weeks) Admission 16th January to 14th February (04 Weeks)
Test/Interview 20th August to 25th August (01 Week) Test/ 17th February to 24th February (01 Week)
Interview
Enrollment 1st Merit list: 28th August (Morning) 1st Merit list 24th February
Finalization Dues/Fee: 2nd September Enrollment
2nd merit list: 3rd September Finalization 2nd Merit list 27th February
Dues/Fee: 6th September
3rd merit list: 9th September 3rd Merit list 2nd March
Dues/Fee: 11th September
Study Period/ 16th September to 3rd January (16 Weeks) Study Period/ 03rd March to 23rd June (16 Weeks)
Workshop Workshop
Examination 6th January to 18th January (02 Weeks) Examination 24th June to 06th July (02 Weeks)
Note: Contact concerned Regional office for exact schedule of activities. Continuing students are sent information for
all activities by LMS/SMS. Simultaneously information is placed on website (www.aiou.edu.pk), students can
download if not received by post.
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MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM DURATION/SEMESTERS FOR EACH PROGRAMME
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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY Apart from curricular and extra-curricular activities during the
academic year, the AIOU and its regional centres actively
Allama Iqbal Open University, a mega university was participate in the co-curricular activities by arranging
established in 1974 under an Act of Parliament. The main educational and literary seminars, workshops and conferences,
campus of the university is situated in sector H-8, Islamabad. attended not only by the students and faculties of the university
It was the second open university of the world and the first of but also by the renowned dignitaries and scholars. For the
its kind in Asia and Africa. The aim of establishing AIOU science students and the research scholars, a science complex
was to provide affordable and accessible education through has been built where they use the latest equipment of
distance learning at the doorsteps to those people who could international standard for experiments and research. To meet
not continue their education journey through formal system the present-day challenges, internet facility is also available in
of education. The University (AIOU) operates on semester the student hostel and the Central Library where computers
system and admits students in Autumn and Spring semesters. have been provided to enable students to access latest
Undergraduate admissions are offered in both the semesters information available through open source databases.
where-as postgraduates are offered once a year. The enrolled
students are given course books specially prepared by the FACULTY OF SCIENCE
university on self instructional principles. However, at post
graduate level reprints of foreign books alongwith allied Faculty of Sciences forms an important and integral part of the
material and university prepared study guides help students university. Since its establishment in 1982 with five teaching
to polish their skills. departments, it has undergone major development changes. It
At present, the AIOU is offering programmes from Matric to now comprises nine teaching and research departments which
PhD level in diverse disciplines comprised of four faculties. are offering courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate
The university has established study centres across the levels to more than ten thousand students. The Faculty
country where distance education students are provided operates under the basic guidelines of the University Act and
necessary guidance by their respective tutors. Moreover, the on “Education for All as Convenient” basis so that maximum
university has established full-time study centres wherein the students get benefit from its academic programmes and
students of MBA (IT), MBA (Banking and Finance), BS educational facilities. This principle has necessitated some
(CS), MSc/BS Chemistry, MSc/BS Microbiology etc. are structural changes in the non- formal mode, particularly at the
being provided instruction, guidance and counselling through postgraduate level, in the offering of theory courses and
face-to-face education. AIOU is also offering four years practical lab work. This conceptual adjustment has been quite
under-graduate degrees. successful and many of its in-service students are benefiting
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from the postgraduate study programmes. Improvement in This development is significant for training of teachers since
qualifications for a better life is a right of everyone and the under the new educational policy four-year BS programme has
Faculty’s programmes meet this challenge by offering started in undergraduate educational institutions.
opportunities to all. In particular a significant number of
More than fifty highly qualified full-time faculty members are
beneficiaries are those who cannot afford education in
on the roll of the Faculty of Sciences. Their role in the
formal institutions due to a variety of reasons.
planning, designing and development of courses to meet
student’s needs is vital. Faculty members also engage in
Realizing the importance of science education and growing
imparting and supervising of instructions so that high standards
needs of the Faculty of Sciences, the University has
are maintained. In addition, highly qualified and experienced
completed a building, the Research Complex, at a cost of Rs
professors are also engaged on contractual basis or as part time
35 million. The Research Complex now accommodates
instructors for postgraduate study programmes. The Faculty is
departments of Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Chemistry,
also offering academic positions under the tenure-track system
Environmental Sciences, Home & Health Sciences,
to attract the best minds in scientific and technological fields.
Mathematics, Statistics and Physics. These departments are
running a variety of postgraduate technical, scientific and Research is an integral part of the postgraduate study
professional programmes successfully. The Research programmes leading to MSc, MPhil and PhD degrees in
Complex also has a Computer Lab with Internet and On-line Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Home
Library Facility for literature survey, Seminar Room, and Health Sciences, Physics, Mathematics and Statistics.
Lecture Hall and Library. In addition, there are many labs for Rules and regulations governing the postgraduate study
practical work, teaching and research, and instrumentation programmes are those approved by the Higher Education
labs for analysis. The University is developing these labs Commission (HEC).
through its own resources. The Faculty of Sciences is The Faculty has launched BS programme in Chemistry and
fortunate to have Prof. Dr. Zia-Ul-Qayyum as the Microbiology from semester Spring 2009. The four-year BS
University’s Vice-chancellor, who has given personal programme is structured according to the recent policies of the
attention to the development of the Faculty of Sciences by Higher Education Commission for the improvement of the
providing generous amount of funds and valuable guidance. standard of education so as to bring it at par with the
international standards.
Two Model labs have been developed in the Research
Complex with the assistance of the Higher Education
Commission to meet the training needs of science teachers.
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BS IN ENVIRONMENTAL certificates and DMCs are required to be sent to the
Chairperson, Department of Environmental Science,
SCIENCE (4 YEARS) AIOU, H-8, Islamabad.
The 4 years’ degree program will enable the students to apply
interdisciplinary skills, systems approaches and perspectives
GUIDELINES FOR ONLINE APPLICATION
1. The online application form can be accessed from
to understand and analyze environmental issues and policies
AIOU official website www.aiou.edu.pk.
of global and local concerns. It aims at producing dynamic
2. Applicants are required to fil all the desired fields on
young environmentalists by developing academic foundation,
online application form
technical skills, communication abilities and professionalism
enabling them to compete in both the governmental and non- 3. Applicants are desired to deposit application fee on the
prescribed challan form in specified banks
governmental sectors.
On accomplishing the course, the students will be able to: 4. The Challan number after fee submission should be
entered in online application form for successful
1. Deal with local and global environmental challenges,
submission.
both academically and practically
5. Incomplete forms shall not be entertained.
2. Contribute in informed decision making, strategic
planning and leadership in the society through
interdisciplinary understanding and problem-solving Note: Only selected candidates will be asked to deposit
semester after verification of original documents. The fee
abilities
should not be submitted before the confirmation of admission
The deposited fee will not be refundable or adjustable for
CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION future admission. The Fee deposit slip should be submitted to:
Criteria for admission in first semester of the 4-year program
A. F. Sc (premedical or pre-engineering) / DAE or
The Head of Department
equivalent qualification with minimum second division
Department of Environmental Science
(at least 45% marks) is the pre-requisite for admission
Allama Iqbal Open University, H-8, Islamabad
in BS Environmental Science.
B. Foreign certificate/ degree holders will need to produce
In case a selected candidate fails to submit fee in time, the
equivalence certificate from IBCC to seek admission in
department may reserve the right to invite a candidate in
semester 1 and from HEC for admission in semester V.
waiting list for admission against vacant seat.
C. Only the prescribed printed admission forms duly filled
along with the attested copies of academic documents,
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MERIT DETERMINATION THE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
Merit will be determined as per following weightage As per AIOU practice the assessment system comprises of two
Matriculation ................................................................... 20% components
F. Sc. ............................................................................... 60% • Continuous assessment: continuous assessment will be
Marks in Science Subjects ............................................... 20% based on class test and lab work. The pass percentage in
the lab assignments/field visit/class test will be 50% and
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION its weightage in final result will be 30%.
The Medium of Instructions for BS Environmental Science is • Final Examination: Final examination of 100 marks for
English for all the courses except Islamic Studies/Ethics and each theory course will be conducted at the end of
Pakistan Studies which will be offered in Urdu for this semester. The pass percentage in final examination will
program. be 50% and its weightage in the final result will be 70%.
Student will have to successfully complete each
STUDY SYSTEM component independently to pass a course.
In 4-year BS Environmental Science Program regular Note: If a student fails to pass in any of assessment
classes for all courses and practical work will be component of a particular course, he / she will have to re-
conducted at AIOU Main Campus. enroll in that course
Minimum 70 % attendance is required in science subjects as The Grading System
per AIOU rules. In BS Environmental Science program student have to secure
• Teaching Material: class lectures and other reading at least 50% marks in Lab and field assignment or class test and
materials will be provided by the course instructor. In final examination each individually and 50% marks in
addition, the student will be advised to consult other aggregate to pass the program.
reference books for further reading. Degree Requirement and Duration
• Class Work: Three-hour class work/lectures per week In order to maintain the equivalence of duration of study at
for a (3+0) credit hour course will be compulsory for international level, the BS program will comprise of 4-year
sixteen weeks. The credit hours are specified against (8 Semester). For award of degree of BS in ES, the candidate
each course in the Layout of Program. will have to successfully pass all the courses (127 Credit hours
• Lab Work: Three-hour lab work per week for a (3+1) including 6 Credit Hour Research Project) within a minimum
CH course will be compulsory for 16 weeks. The period of 4 years (8 semesters). Failing which, a student can be
practical work will consist of lab oriented practicals, given an extension of 3 Years in maximum, after completion of
field visits or any other activity as required. initial period.
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SEMESTER WISE DISTRIBUTION OF COURSE 127 Semester 4
# Course CH Code
Semester 1 1 Biotechnology 4(3+1) 4412
# Course CH Code 2 Environmental Microbiology 4(3+1) 4445
1 Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution 4(3+1) 4401 3 Introduction to Computer 3(3+0) 5468
2 Inorganic Chemistry 4(3+1) 4421 4 Public Relations 3 9468
3 Introduction to Environmental Science 4(3+1) 4441 5 Islamic Studies / Ethics* 2 5466/5467
4 Pre-Calculus 3 9467 16
English I: Composition and * For Non-Muslims Only
5 3 5451
Comprehension Semester 5
18 # Course CH Code
Semester 2 1 Physics of the Environment 4(3+1) 4467
#. Course CH Code 2 Environmental Chemistry 4(3+1) 4443
1 Diversity of Plants 4(3+1) 4402 3 Biostatistics 3 4482
2 Organic Chemistry 4(3+1) 4422 4 Environmental Policies and 3 4458
3 Environmental Pollution 4(3+1) 4442 Regulations
4 Calculus I 3 4432 14
5 English II: Technical and Business 3 5454
Writing Semester 6
18 # Course CH Code
Semester 3 1 Environmental Biology 4(3+1) 4446
# Course CH Code 2 Energy and Environment 3 4448
3 Intro of Environmental 3 4444
1 Diversity of Animals 4(3+1) 4469
Economics
2 Fundamentals of Microbiology 4(3+1) 4403
4 Natural Resource Management 3 4438
3 Pakistan Studies 2 5465
5 Scientific Research 4(3+ 1) 7413
4 English III: Communication Skills 3 5458 17
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Semester 7 5. Lab Charges Rs.2500/-
# Course CH Code Total Rs. 40,500/-
1 Biodiversity and Conservation 4(3+1) 4452
2 Health, Safety & Environmental 4(3+1) 4455 All students are required to pay full fee in advance as
Management Systems prescribed at the beginning of each semester. The university
3 Environmental Impact Assessment 4(3+1) 4450 reserves the right to revise the fee structure or add any fee
4 Sustainable Development 3 4453 considered appropriate at any time during the study period. All
5 Environmental Toxicology 3 4456 such changes will be applicable to all students
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Semester 8 FACULTY MEMBERS
# Course CH Code
1 Research Project 6 4418 1. Dr. Sofia Khalid, Associate Professor/Chairperson
Department of Environmental Science
2 Project Management 3 4460
Ph: 051 9057185
3 GIS and Remote Sensing 4(3+1) 4483
13 2. Dr. Zahid Ullah
Assistant Professor
Total Credit = 18+18+13+16+14+17+18+13 = 127 Ph: 051 905 7735
3. Dr. Hina Fatimah
FEE TARIFF FOR 1st SEMESTER Assistant Professor
Ph: 051 905 7279
# Item Rates
1. Registration Fee Rs.500/- 4. Dr. Samia Qadeer
(Once at time of admission) Assistant Professor
2. Admission Fee Rs.1000/- Ph: 051 905 7735
(Once at time of 1st admission)
3 Technology Fee Rs.500/-
3. Per 4 credit hours course fee: Rs. 8000 Rs.24000/-
Rs. 8000 × 3 = Rs. 24000/-
4. Per 3 credit hours course fee: Rs. 6000 Rs.12000/-
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BS in Botany (4 years) Graduates within Botany can progress to a wide range of careers.
They can work in national and international organization in either
Introduction public or private sectors as Biodiversity Researchers,
The study of plants is vital because they underpin almost all Environmental Scientists, Nature Reserve Managers, Research
life forms on Earth by generating a large proportion of Scientists, Wildlife Management Advisors, Project Officers,
oxygen and food that allow humans and other organisms to Ecological Consultants and Conservation Officers, Quality
subsist. Plants are one of the major groups of organisms that Control Officers, Salesperson etc.
carry out photosynthesis, a process that absorbs carbon
dioxide, a greenhouse gas that is a small but important Objectives
variable that influences global climate. As a by-product of On accomplishing the course, the students will be able to:
photosynthesis, they release oxygen into the atmosphere, a
1. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of Botany as
gas that is required by nearly all living things to carry out
an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary subject.
cellular respiration. Additionally, they are influential in the
2. Achieve awareness about the evolutionary trends and
global carbon and water cycles and plant roots bind and
plants systematics in pursuit of nature conservation.
stabilize soils, preventing soil erosion. Plants are crucial to
the future of human society as they provide food, oxygen, 3. Understand the relationship between economic growth
medicine, and products for people, as well as creating and and importance of indigenous plant resources.
preserving soil. 4. Acquire skills, knowledge and competencies to take up
research projects for nature conservation and exploration.
Scope of the Program
This program has an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary Guidelines for Online Application
scope enabling students to understand the significance and 1. The online application form can be accessed from
concepts of Botany. It aims at producing dynamic young AIOU official website www.aiou.edu.pk.
graduates in the field of Botany by developing strong skill, 2. Applicants are required to fil all the desired fields on
academic foundation, and professionalism enabling them to online application form
compete in governmental and non-governmental sectors. 3. Applicants are desired to deposit application fee on the
Botany covers a wide range of scientific disciplines including prescribed challan form in specified banks
the study of plant structure, growth, reproduction, 4. The Challan number after fee submission should be entered
metabolism, development, diseases, chemical properties, in online application form for successful submission.
evolutionary relationships and plant taxonomy. 5. Incomplete forms shall not be entertained.
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Note: Only selected candidates will be asked to deposit basis of the followings:
semester after verification of original documents. The fee a. Continuous Assessment through written
should not be submitted before the confirmation of admission assignments/tests or Workshop or practical activities.
The deposited fee will not be refundable or adjustable for future i. For each discipline specific face to face course the marks
admission. The Fee deposit slip should be submitted to: obtained by each student in the two written assignments
will constitute 2/3 part of the continuous assessment. A
The Head of Department student has to obtain a minimum of 50% marks in the
Department of Biology two assignments collectively in order to pass this
Allama Iqbal Open University, H-8, Islamabad component.
ii. For each discipline specific face to face course the marks
In case a selected candidate fails to submit fee in time, the obtained by each student in the practical workshop will
department may reserve the right to invite a candidate in constitute 1/3 part of the continuous assessment. A
waiting list for admission against vacant seat. student has to obtain a minimum of 50% marks in the
practical workshop individually in order to pass this
Eligibility/ Selection criterion component.
F.Sc (Pre-medical) OR Equivalent A Level qualification with b. Final Examinations: three hours written examination for
Biology as major subject. each course with 50% passing marks. Weightage in final
exam – continuous assessment 30% and final exam 70%.
Medium of Instruction
The Medium of Instructions for BS Botany will be English. Note: If a student fails to pass in any of assessment
component of a particular course, he / she will have to re-
Mode of Teaching enroll in that course. Minimum 70% attendance is necessary
• University will provide face to face teaching to the in all subjects.
students.
• The schedule of classes and dates of submission of Degree Requirement and Duration
assignments will be handed over along with study In order to be eligible for the award of BS in Botany, the student
material. will have to earn a total of 125 credit hours including six credit
hours for research within a minimum period of 4 years
Assessment and Evaluation (8 semesters). Failing which, a student can be given an extension
For each course the student progress will be assessed on the of 3 Years in maximum, after completion of initial period.
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Scheme of Studies 4. English III: Communication 5458 3
Semester-1 Skills
Sr. Course Credit Total Credits 13
Course Title
No Code Hours
1. Cell Biology, Genetics and 4401 4(3+1) Semester-4
Evolution Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
2. Inorganic Chemistry 4421 4(3+1) No Code Hours
3. Fundamentals of Microbiology 4403 4(3+1) 1. Biotechnology 4412 4(3+1)
4. Pre-Calculus 4431 3 2. Introduction to Computer 5468 3(3+0)
5. English I: Composition and 3. Islamic Studies / Ethics 5466/ 2
5451 3
Comprehension 5467
Total Credits 18 4. Public Relations 9468 3
Total Credits 12
Semester-2
Sr. Course Credit Semester-5
Course Title
No Code Hours Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
1. Diversity of Plants 4402 4(3+1) No Code Hours
2. Organic Chemistry 4422 4(3+1) 1. Diversity of Vascular Plants 7401 3(2+1)
3. Calculus-I 4432 3 2. Plant Anatomy 7402 3(2+1)
4. Technical and Business Writing 5454 3 3. Introductory Biochemistry 4481 4(3+1)
Total Credits 14
4. Phycology and Bryology 7403 3(3+0)
Semester-3 5. Biodiversity and Conservation 4452 4(3+1)
Sr. Course Credit Total Credits 17
Course Title
No Code Hours
1. Diversity of Animals 4469 4(3+1)
2. Introduction to Environmental 4441 4(3+1)
Science
3. Pakistan Studies 5465 2
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Semester-6 Total Credits= 18+14+13+12+17+15+20+16=125
Sr. Course Credit
Course Title FEE TARIFF FOR 1st SEMESTER
No Code Hours
1. Plant Ecology -I 7405 3(2+1) # Item Rates
2. Plant Physiology - I 7406 3(2+1) 1. Registration Fee (Once at time of Rs.500/-
admission)
3. Plant Systematics 7410 3(2+1) 2. Admission Fee (Once at time of 1st Rs.1000/-
4. Plant Biochemistry 7407 3(3+0) admission)
5. Mycology and Plant Pathology 7408 3(2+1) 3 Technology Fee Rs.500/-
Total Credits 15 3. Per 4 Credit hours course fee: Rs. 24000
Semester-7 Rs. 8000 × 3 = Rs. 24000/-
4. Per 3 Credit hours course fee: Rs. Rs.12000/-
Sr. Course Credit
Course Title 6000 × 2 = Rs. 12000/-
No Code Hours
5. LAB CHARGES Rs.3000/-
1. Plant Ecology -II 7409 3(2+1)
2. Molecular Biology 4419 4(3+1) Total Rs. 41000/-
3. Plant Physiology - II 7411 3(2+1)
4. Genetics - I 7412 3(3+0) The fee structure for remaining semesters will be provided
5. Scientific Research 7413 4(3+1) in due course of time.
6. Biostatistics 4482 3(3+0)
1. Dr. Hina Fatimah, In Charge, Department of Biology,
Total Credits 20
Research Complex, Allama Iqbal Open University,
Semester-8 Sector H-8, Islamabad Ph. 051-9057279
Sr. Course Credit 2. Dr. Muhammad Waseem, Assistant Professor,
Course Title
No Code Hours Department of Biology, Allama Iqbal Open University,
1. Research Project 4418 6 Islamabad Ph. 051-9057267
2. Genetics - II 7414 3(3+0) 3. Dr. Rizwana Kousar. Assistant Professor, Department
3. Ethnobotany 4439 3 of Biology, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad
4. Environmental Biology 4446 4(3+1) Ph. 051-9057293
Total Credits 16
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4. Dr. Sobia Kanwal, Assistant Professor, Department of department also uses services of experienced professors as
Biology, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Ph. visiting faculty.
051-9057721
5. Dr. Saba Farooq, Lecturer, Department of Biology, The department is situated in Research Complex on the main
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Ph. 051- campus where it occupies the ground floor and a portion of the
9057730 lower floor. With the expansion of lab facilities, the department
6. Ms. Samar Naseer Lecturer, Department of Biology, has extended its academic activities by launching the BS
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Ph. 051- programme from Spring, 2009. BS programme is visualized in
9057185 the new scheme of higher education as a fundamental step in
7. Ms. Zainab Syed, Lecturer, Department of Biology, improving the standard of graduate and postgraduate studies.
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Ph. 051-
9057726 The study programmes in chemistry have been developed by the
8. Dr. Sadia Latif, Research Associate, Department of Faculty according to the guidelines provided by the Higher
Biology, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Ph. Education Commission (HEC). Necessary changes have been
051-9057185 effected to suit our students, but without deviating fundamentally
from the principles set by the HEC. The Committee of Courses of
the department comprising distinguished professors and scientists
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY of the country thoroughly screened the proposed syllabi.
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make us one of the leading teaching and research more focused on chemistry. It is a major structural change in our
departments of the country. existing educational system. The country will enormously benefit
from the fruits of this change in terms of improved and balanced
The department believes in the “Opportunity of Education to knowledge and skill.
All”. Therefore, it has modeled its academic programmes to suit
in- service teachers, employees of research organizations, The department of chemistry offers the best facilities for this
industry and students who could not afford formal education for programme in the country. Its new labs and modern equipment
some reason. The department firmly believes in the promotion of together with qualified faculty makes it place to which students
chemistry as a science and in maintaining the highest standards. would like to be a part of it.
Objectives: a) Objectives:
• To promote chemistry as a science and to provide The main objectives of this programme are
opportunity to those who could not educate themselves in i. To offer training facilities of international standard.
formal system of education for one reason or another. ii. To inculcate spirit of research to solve problems.
iii. To unveil interesting finer points of chemistry and provide
• To provide opportunities of professional growth to all
training facilities to all who desire to be educated.
those chemistry graduates who are working as technical
staff in research organizations.
b) Eligibility:
• To update the knowledge of in-service chemistry teachers.
1. FSc (at least 2nd division with 45% marks) with
Chemistry as one of the major subjects.
BS Chemistry Programmes
2. DAE (Diploma Holders) in Chemical Engineering/
Chemical Technology from a Polytechnic Institute.
a) Introduction:
3. A-Level with Chemistry or Equivalent.
There has been a continuous effort at the national level to
upgrade the standard of college education. It is realized that our
For further detail about admission please visit the University
existing BSc programme does not meet international standards.
Website at:
The Higher Education Commission has recommended a four-
www.aiou.edu.pk
year BS programme to be followed by a two-year MS
OR
programme. The BS degree is considered equivalent to MSc
Department of Chemistry, University Research Complex
Chemistry. However, BS degree holders are given preference
Allama Iqbal Open University, H-8, Islamabad.
for the relevant job over MSc graduates as their knowledge is
Contact Ph: 051-9057262
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(Please do not send any fee with the application form) 5. English I: Composition & 5451 3(3+0)
comprehension
c) Scheme of Studies: Semester 2
Currently this programme is being offered in Islamabad Sr. Course Credit
region only. Later on it will be opened for the entire country Course Title
No Code Hours
wherever the appropriate tutorial support and laboratories 1. Organic Chemistry 4422 4(3+1)
will be available. 2. Diversity of Plants 4402 4(3+1)
3. Calculus-I 4432 3(3+0)
The BS programme is minimum of four years duration, split
4. Introduction to Computer 5468 3(3+0)
into eight semesters. In the first four semesters, the main
5. English II: Technical & 5454 3(3+0)
emphasis will be on basic chemistry, general and compulsory
Business Writing
subjects. In the 5th and 6th semesters, Physical, Organic and
6. Islamic Studies / Ethics 5466/ 2(2+0)
Analytical inorganic chemistry will be offered as core course.
5467
The specialized courses will be dealt in the seventh and eighth
semester. Now, the Department is offering specialization in Semester 3
Organic, Inorganic/Analytical and Physical Chemistry. Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
No Code Hours
The maximum duration to complete BS Chemistry 1. Physical Chemistry 4423 4(3+1)
Programme is Six Years (12 Semesters). 2. Basic Biochemistry 4425 4(3+1)
3. Environmental Chemistry 4443 4(3+1)
REVISED SCHEME OF STUDIES 4. English III: Communication & 5458 3(3+0)
SEMESTER WISE COURSE OFFERING Skill
Semester-1
Sr. Course Credit Semester 4
Course Title
No Code Hours Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
1. Inorganic Chemistry 4421 4(3+1) No Code Hours
2. Cell biology Genetic & 4401 4(3+1) 1. General Chemistry 4424 4(3+1)
Evolution 2. Statistics for Chemists 4426 4(3+1)
3. Pre-Calculus 9467 3(3+0) 3. Environmental Pollution 4442 4(3+1)
4. Pakistan Studies 5465 2(2+0) 4. Public Relations 9480 3(3+0)
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Semester 5 5. Advanced Organic Chemistry 2598 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit Lab-II
Course Title
No Code Hours
1. Analytical Chemistry-I 2573 3(3+0) SPECIALIAZATION IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
2. Physical Chemistry-I 2575 3(3+0) Semester-8
3. Organic Chemistry-I 2576 3(3+0) Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
4. Inorganic Chemistry-I 2577 3(3+0) No Code Hours
5. Mathematics for Chemists 2594 2(2+0) 1. Chemistry of Natural Products 2587 3(3+0)
6. Chemistry Lab-I 2595 4(0+4) 2. Special Organic Reactions 2590 3(3+0)
Semester 6 3. Organic Synthesis 2591 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 4. Advance Organic Chemistry 2537 3(3+0)
Course Title Lab-III
No Code Hours
5. Advance Organic Chemistry 2538 3(3+0)
1. Analytical Chemistry-II 2574 3(3+0)
Lab-IV
2. Physical Chemistry-II 2580 3(3+0)
3. Organic Chemistry-II 2581 3(3+0)
SPECIALIAZATION IN
4. Inorganic Chemistry-II 2582 3(3+0)
INORGANIC/ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
5. Chemistry Lab-II 2596 4(0+4)
Semester-7
Sr. Course Credit
SPECIALIZATION IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Course Title
No Code Hours
Semester 7
1. Coordination Chemistry 2539 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 2. Non-Spectroscopic Instrumental 2540 3(3+0)
Course Title
No Code Hours Methods of Analysis
1. Heterocyclic Chemistry 2585 3(3+0) 3. Basic Instrumental Methods of 2541 3(3+0)
2. Stereochemistry of Organic 2586 3(3+0) Analysis
Compounds 4. Advance Inorganic Chemistry 2542 3(3+0)
3. Spectroscopic Methods in 2589 3(3+0) Lab-1
Organic Chemistry 5. Advance Inorganic Chemistry 2543 3(3+0)
4. Advanced Organic Chemistry 2597 3(3+0) Lab-II
Lab-I
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SPECIALIAZATION IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2. Chemical Thermodynamics 2571 3(3+0)
Semester-8 3. Surface Chemistry 2599 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit Advanced Physical Chemistry
Course Title 4. 3563 3(0+3)
No Code Hours Lab-III
1. Organmetallic Chemistry 2544 3(3+0) Advanced Physical Chemistry
2. Group Theory for Chemist & 2545 3(3+0) 5. 3564 3(0+3)
Lab-IV
its Applications Total Credit Hours: 129
3. Advanced Environmental 2547 3(3+0) d) Fee Structure
Chemistry Registration Fee: Rs.500/-
4. Advance Inorganic Chemistry 3561 3(3+0) Admission Fee: Rs.1000/-
Lab- III Technology Fee (per semester) Rs.500/-
5. Advance Inorganic Chemistry 3562 3(3+0) Course Code (Lab) Fee
Lab-IV 4401 Rs.8000/-
4421 Rs.8000/-
SPECIALIAZATION IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY 9467 Rs.6000/-
Semester-7 5451 Rs.6000/-
Sr. Course Credit 5465 Rs.4000/-
Course Title
No Code Hours
Lab fee (per semester) Rs.6000/-
1. Chemical Kinetics 2548 3(3+0)
First Semester Fee Rs.40,000/-
2. Quantum Chemistry 2549 3(3+0)
3. Electrochemistry 2550 3(3+0) f) Instructional Methodology
4. Advance Physical Chemistry 2568 3(3+0) Study Material:
Lab-1 Prescribed books/ study material/ reprinted or compiled course
5. Advance Physical Chemistry 2569 3(3+0) books will be provided by the University. However, the
Lab-II students are advised to consult other books from the list of
recommended books for further reading.
Semester-8
Sr. Course Credit Mode of Teaching:
Course Title In this programme, regular classes for all science courses/
No Code Hours
1. Molecular Spectroscopy 2570 3(3+0) practical work and all compulsory courses will be conducted at
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AIOU Main Campus in Face to Face mode. Minimum 70% courses will be offered in the form of workshops. A specific
attendance is required in science subjects as per AIOU rules. number of experiments will be conducted in each workshop.
Each experiment will be assessed separately, and attendance in
Assessment System these workshops will be compulsory for every student.
Method of Assessment for Theory and Laboratory Minimum required marks to pass each laboratory course will
Courses AIOU has adopted GPA/CGPA system from Spring be 50%.
Semester 2009 in all its four years Bachelor Degree
Degree Requirements:
programmes.
In order to become eligible for the award of degree of BS
Chemistry, the student will have to successfully complete all
Continuous Assessment:
the courses within a minimum period of four years (8
Continuous assessment will be based on assignments and
semesters).
class tests. The pass percentage in assignment(s)/test(s) will
be 50%. Assessment for all laboratory courses will be totally
based on continuous assessment. A specific number of FACULTY MEMBERS
experiments will be conducted in each lab. Each experiment
will be assessed separately. Minimum pass marks for each 1. Dr. Uzma Yunus
laboratory course will be 50%. The weightage of Associate Professor/Chairperson
assignment/test & practical workshop in the final result will Ph: 051–9057818
be 30%. 2. Dr. Moazzam H. Bhatti
Associate Professor
Final Examination: Ph: 051–9057262
Final examination of 100 marks for theory course will be 3. Dr. Muhammad Sher
conducted at the end of semester. The pass percentage in Associate Professor
final examination will be 50% and its weightage in the final Ph: 051-9057755
result will be 70%. Student will have to successfully 4. Dr. Nasima Arshad
complete each component independently to pass a course. Associate Professor
Ph: 051–9057756
Method of Assessment for Laboratory Courses: 5. Dr. Muhammad Zaman Ashraf
Assessment for all laboratory courses will be totally based on Assistant Professor
continuous assessment. As already mentioned, the laboratory Ph: 051-9057182
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6. Dr. Iqbal Ahmed MS (Computer Science), BS (Computer Science) and Postgraduate
Assistant Professor Diploma (PGD) in Computer Science. The department is equipped
Ph: 051-9057874 with computing facilities and services including a digital classroom
7. Dr. Muhammad Naeem Khan and multimedia courseware development lab. The department has
Assistant Professor its own library in addition to central library of the university. The
Ph: 051-9057257 Department of Computer Science practices the multi-method
8. Dr. Muhammad Saleem teaching methodology i.e. face-to-face regular classes for BS
Assistant Professor (Computer Science) and MS (Computer Science). The online
Ph: 051-9057257 methodology is practiced for PGD (Computer Science) and Foreign
9. Dr. Mehwash Zia Language (French). The facilities of Video/Teleconferencing are
Lecturer also in use for lectures/consultations in research-oriented degree of
Ph: 051-9057225 MS/PhD (Computer Science).
10. Dr. Farzana Shaheen
Lecturer In addition, the department also has a flavor of distance
Ph: 051-9057198 teaching in selected courses of BS (Computer Science)
11. Dr. Erum Jabeen program like English, Pakistan Studies, and Islamic Studies etc.
Lecturer Besides graduate and undergraduate teaching, the department is
Ph: 051-9057414 actively involved in research and development. For this
purpose, Multimedia Centre and Open Learning Institute of
Virtual Education (OLIVE) have been established under the
DEPARTMENT OF umbrella of the department. The Multimedia center is equipped
COMPUTER SCIENCE with technology related to Audio/Video production. It has
successfully developed multimedia courseware for more than
1. Introduction 20 courses, whereas OLIVE provided a framework for
The Department of Computer Science was established in the year electronic delivery of these courses in online mode. In addition
2000. The Department has received recognition nation-wide due to research activities in the area of software engineering
to its quality education. The department had developed curricula communication, networking, and multimedia, the department
of the academic programs at various levels to meet the national focuses on the eLearning research in instruction design,
and international standards as defined by Higher Education communication, course management, e-assessment, mobile
Commission. The curricula include Ph. D (computer Science), learning and web technologies integration. The University has
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also developed linkages with San Jose' State University BS (Computer Science) Program
(SJSU) USA and Kent State University, USA. KSU is a) Introduction:
located in the heart of Silicon Valley and Kent State has The BS (CS) program is offered by the Department of Computer
strong education college with Technology Research Centers. Science, AIOU. It is a four- years degree program, covering the
recent trends in hardware, software and communication
2. Aims and Objectives: technologies. The program provides an understanding of the field
The principal aim of the Department of Computer Science is through concepts, theory and techniques. The curriculum of the
to produce graduates with a professional education and to program has been developed and regularly updated to meet the
undertake quality research in Computer Science and Related national, international, social and economic needs. The curriculum
Information Technology areas. The specific objectives are to: revision is normally based on need of fast changing disciplines,
1. Maintain an excellent reputation and professional emerging technologies and international standards. The structure
accreditation for its taught degree programs and other details of the program are confined to HEC with focus
2. Disseminate an appreciation of the current state and on ACM and IEEE-CS recent development.
future directions of technological advances in the areas
of Computer Science, Information Technology and e- b) Objectives:
learning. The objectives of the program are to:
3. Equip students with computer science knowledge and 1) Develop professionals in the field of computer science
skills so as to cope with the social, economic, scientific, 2) Provide high quality education at low cost
and technological challenges of the world outside. 3) Provide knowledge to individuals seeking computer
4. Develop platform and systems for e- skills to increase their job opportunities in their current
learning/mechanism for electronic delivery of courses careers or to pursue new careers
to increase outreach to rural and remote areas. 4) Learn in-depth knowledge of computer languages,
5. Conduct research in areas of e-learning, multimedia software engineering, computer architecture, large-scale
instructional design; web-based education, mobile system software and multimedia in the design
learning and related areas in software engineering, 5) Provide sufficient conceptual and skill based know how
information technology, and computer science. so that successful graduates could initiate IT career in
6. Assist other departments and individuals to implement industry and academia
modern ICT in educational delivery. c) Program Features:
7. Provide a leadership support in ICT based education in 1) The BS (CS) is 138 credit hours’ program and may be
Pakistan. completed in minimum four years (eight semesters)
2) Two semesters are offered in a year as Spring and Autumn
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3) Duration of each semester is 18 weeks ▪ After completion of Step-1, click on Step-2 then click on
4) In-line with HEC, ACM and IEEE-CS "Download Challan" against program (s) you wish to
e) Offering of BS (CS) Face to Face Program apply.
i. The Department of Computer Science is offering BS ▪ Pay the admission form fee as per AIOU prescribed
(CS) Program at Main Campus, Islamabad. criteria through selected bank branches or online
ii. The BS (CS) Program is also offered at selected Regional payment methods.
Centers of AIOU i.e. Multan and Lahore by using ▪ After admission fee confirmation, you will be called on
modern technologies. Under this program, the course through SMS to visit the department for the verification
work will be conducted through video-conferencing of your credentials.
/internet (Agaahi LMS). Distance Education will be ▪ After the verification, you will be informed whether you
delivered by faculty members from Department of are eligible for the admission in BS (CS) or not.
Computer Science, Main Campus. A local faculty g) Assessment
member/staff will be provided to assist in administrative Course Work: The following assessment criteria are applied to
and lab assignments. All assessments will be performed BS (Computer Science) programme:
as per rules of the University.
Eligibility: Face to French
The minimum requirements for admission in a Bachelor ASSESSMENT Project
TYPE Face Online
degree program in Computer Science is at least 50% marks in
Qty Wt (%) Qty Wt (%) Qty Wt (%)
Intermediate (HSSC) examination with Mathematics or
equivalent qualification with Mathematics certified by IBCC. Assignments 2 10 2 10 - -
Continuous
Assessment
f) Applying/Admission Procedure
▪ Visit AIOU Website https://online.aiou.edu.pk Midterm Test
1 20 1 20 - -
▪ Click on "Merit Based Admissions (BS/Masters/ or Lab
MS/MPhil/PhD)" Presentation - - - - 4 30
▪ Click 'Register'& fill details
▪ Upon successful registration please click on login Exam Written Paper l 70 1 70 - -
Final
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The passing of a course requires aggregate scoring in continuous For further information, please feel free to contact:
assessment and final examination as per AIOU rules. There is
laboratory test for laboratory oriented courses and written Chaudhary Muhammad Shahbaz Anjum
midterm test for courses without laboratory work. Email: [email protected]
Phone No: 051-9057183, 051-9057809
h) Fee Structure
Also keeping in line with the tradition of low-cost Selection Criteria
educational services, the fees of BS (CS) programme courses • Once your eligibility is confirmed by the Computer
is affordable. The details of the fee payable are given below: Science Department, you can select your first semester
courses form the online portal.
First Semester Fee for BS (CS) Programme • After selection of first semester courses, a fee challan
Item Rate Total will be generated by the system.
Registration Fee: Rs.500/- Rs.500/- • You will pay the requisite fee as per AIOU prescribed
(at the time of 1st admission) criteria through selected bank branches or online
Admission Fee: Rs.1000/- Rs.1000/- payment methods.
(at the time of 1st admission)
• After fee verification by the concerned AIOU
Technology Fee (each Rs.500/- Rs.500/-
department, your admission will be confirmed.
semester)
Fee for 2 Credit Hour Courses Rs.4000/- Rs.8000/- • You can check the status of your application at any stage
4×2000=8000 through your account from AIOU portal, i.e. https://
Fee for 3 Credit Hour Courses Rs.6000/- Rs.24000/- online.aiou.edu.pk.
4×6000=24000
Lab Fee Rs.5000 Rs.5000/- REVISED SCHEME OF STUDY: BS (CS) PROGRAM
Total Fee for First Semester Rs.39000/- Semester 1
Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
All students are required to pay full fees as prescribed at the No Code Hours
beginning of each semester. The university reserves the right 1. English-I: Composition and 5451 3(3+0)
to revise the fee structure as deemed or to add any fee Comprehension
considered appropriate at any time during the study period. 2. Pakistan Studies 5465 2(2+0)
All such changes will be applicable to all students. 3. Islamic Studies / Ethics 5466/5467 2(2+0)
i) Programme Coordinator:
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4. Introduction to Computers 5468 3(3+0) 4. Data Structure 3408 3(2+1)
5. Mathematics for Computing-I 9423 3(3+0) 5. Programming Languages-III 3415 3(2+1)
6. Basic Electronics 9422 3(2+1) 6. Management Theory & 3457 3(3+0)
Semester 2 Practice
Sr. Course Credit Semester 5
Course Title
No Code Hours Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
1. Foreign Language 9473/ 3(3+0) No Code Hours
(Arabic)/(French) 9474 1. Software Engineering-1 3414 4(4+0)
2. Linear Algebra 3454 3(3+0) 2. Theory of Automata 3452 3(3+0)
3. Digital Logic Design 3409 4(3+1) 3. Analysis & Design of 3466 3(3+0)
4. Programming Language-I 3407 4(3+1) Algorithms
5. Mathematics for 3403 4(3+1) 4. Database-1 3410 4(3+1)
Computing-II 5. Operating System 3439 4(4+0)
Semester 3 6. *BS Internship Seminar 4470 0
Sr. Course Credit Semester 6
Course Title
No Code Hours Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
1. Discrete Mathematics 3406 4(4+0) No Code Hours
2. Computer Communications & 3438 4(3+1) 1. Human Computer Interaction 3449 3(2+1)
Networks 2. Research Methods 3412 3(3+0)
3. Programming Language-II 3411 4(3+1) 3. Artificial Intelligence 3451 3(3+0)
4. Business Communication 3456 3(3+0) 4. Management Information System 3461 3(3+0)
5. Computer Organization & 3453 3(2+1) 5. Information Security 3497 3(3+0)
Assembly 6. Compiler Construction 3468 3(3+0)
Semester 4 Semester 7
Sr. Course Credit Sr. Course Credit
Course Title Course Title
No Code Hours No Code Hours
1. Ordinary Differential Equations 3496 3(3+0) 1. Software House Practices 3498 3(3+0)
2. Statistics & Probability 3447 3(3+0) 2. Mobile Application Development 3499 3(2+1)
3. Computer Architecture 3416 3(3+0) 3. CS Major–I - -
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4. CS Major–II - - Major Areas of Specialization (BS (CS) Electives)
5. CS Major–III - -
Software Engineering
Semester 8 Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
Sr. Course Credit No Code Hours
Course Title
No Code Hours 1. Software Engineering–II 3465 3(3+0)
1. Cs Major-IV – – 2. Database-II 3467 3(3+0)
2. CS Major-V – – 3. Object-Oriented Analysis & 3464 3(3+0)
3. CS Major-VI – – Design
4. Design Patterns 3481 3(3+0)
4. Project 3475 6(0+6)
5. Software Architecture 3482 4(4+0)
*BS Internship Seminar: The student will be assigned an 6. Software Quality & Testing 3483 4(4+0)
internship task that he/she should complete in 4-6 weeks and 7. Project 3475 6(0+6)
give a seminar.
Information Technology
Note: 3 (3 + 0) means 3 hours lecture per week, Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
3 (2 + 1) means 2 hours lecture and 3 hours lab per No Code Hours
week, 1. IT Marketing Concepts 3442 3(3+0)
4 (3 + 1) means 3 hours lecture and 3 hours lab per 2. Database Administration 3445 3(2+1)
week, Network & System
4 (4 + 0) means 4 hours lecture per week. 3. 3444 4(3+1)
Administration
4. Introduction to E-Business 3471 4(3+1)
The 3475-project course (6 credit hours) is compulsory. In 5. IT Services Management 3472 3(3+0)
addition, the student may take 20 credit hours from the
Computer Science Major list. University may add major area
6. Computer Law 3473 3(3+0)
or may add courses to a major area. 7. Project 3475 6(0+6)
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Networking 4. Design Patterns 3481 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 5. Software Architecture 3482 4(4+0)
Course Title
No Code Hours 6. Software Quality & Testing 3483 4(4+0)
1. Networking Strategy 3476 3(3+0) 7. IT Marketing Concepts 3442 3(3+0)
2. Network & System 3444 4(3+1) 8. Database Administration 3445 3(2+1)
Administration 9. Network & System 3444 4(3+1)
3. Data & Network Security 3484 3(3+0) Administration
4. Distributed Computing 3485 4(4+0) 10. Introduction to E-business 3471 4(3+1)
5. Wireless Networks 3486 3(3+0) 11. IT Services Management 3472 3(3+0)
6. Network Programming 3487 3(2+1) 12. Computer Law 3473 3(3+0)
7. Project 3475 6(0+6) 13. Networking Strategy 3476 3(3+0)
Multimedia 14. Data & Network Security 3484 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 15. Distributed Computing 3485 4(4+0)
Course Title 16. Wireless Networks 3486 3(3+0)
No Code Hours
1. Web Design Tools 3446 4(3+1) 17. Network Programming 3487 3(2+1)
2. Multimedia Script Writing 3478 3(2+1) 18. Web Design Tools 3446 4(3+1)
3. Multimedia Systems 3462 3(3+0) 19. Multimedia Script Writing 3478 3(2+1)
4. Multimedia Design 3479 3(2+1) 20. Multimedia Systems 3462 3(3+0)
5. Audio & Video Production 3480 3(2+1) 21. Multimedia Design 3479 3(2+1)
6. Computer Graphics 3469 4(4+0) 22. Audio & Video Production 3480 3(2+1)
7. Project 3475 6(0+6) 23. Computer Graphics 3469 4(4+0)
24. Physics 3404 4(4+0)
General 25. Programming Concepts 3402 4(3+1)
Sr. Course Credit 26. Data Communication 3413 4(4+0)
Course Title 27. Design Fundamentals 3477 3(3+0)
No Code Hours
1. Software Engineering–II 3465 3(3+0) 28. Networking Design 3418 3(3+0)
2. Database-II 3467 3(3+0) 29. Numerical Analysis 3417 3(2+1)
3. Object-Oriented Analysis & 3464 3(3+0) 30. Project 3475 6(0+6)
Design
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The maximum time limit to complete the BS (CS) Program is 5. Mr. Mohammad Qasim Khan,
Six Years from the date of first registration of the student in Assistant Professor
this program. Email Address: [email protected]
The Department of Computer Science reserves the right to 6. Dr. Muhammad Arshad Awan
offer or may not offer listed specialization area or a particular Assistant Professor
course depending upon the available faculty/laboratory Email Address: [email protected]
resources and viable student’s enrollment. The department
may add other specialized areas or may add elective courses 7. Dr. Muhammad Babar
to any specialized defined area. Assistant Professor
Email Address: [email protected]
Faculty of Department of Computer Science (DCS):
8. Chaudhary Muhammad Shahbaz Anjum
1. Prof. Dr. Irshad Ahmad Arshad Lecturer
Dean (Faculty of Sciences) Email Address: [email protected]
Contact # 051-9057729
9. Mr. Tahir Javed,
2. Dr. Saleem Iqbal Lecturer
Chairman (Department of Computer Science) Email Address: [email protected]
Contact # 051-9057809
Email Address: [email protected] 10. Ms. Sana Naseem Karam,
Lecturer (on leave)
3. Dr. Aftab Khan Email Address: [email protected]
Assistant Professor
Email Address: [email protected] 11. Mr. Muhammad Basit Ismail
Lecturer.
4. Dr. Moiz Uddin Ahmed
Assistant Professor
Email Address: [email protected]
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deemed equivalent to MSc Mathematics. BS degree holders are
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS being preferred throughout the world as their knowledge is
more focused on Mathematics. Our BS Mathematics
programme will produce well trained, highly numerate and
Introduction: computer literate graduates.
The Department of Mathematics has been established in June
2014. In June 2014, the Department of Mathematics & b) Objectives:
Statistics has been bifurcated as two independent • To enhance the qualification of those who could not continue
departments. Presently the Department is offering courses of their education after FSc through formal universities.
Mathematics at Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Higher • To provide an opportunity to in service persons to improve
Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) and Bachelor levels. their qualification and get promotion in their respective
The Department is offering the following programmes: departments.
• MSc Mathematics • To provide in-depth understanding of Mathematics and
• MPhil Mathematics apply them in real life projects.
• BS Mathematics • To produce quality teacher/researchers of Mathematics at
all levels.
In future the Department intends to start PhD Mathematics
programme. BS Mathematics has been designed after Summary of the Programme:
consulting syllabi of national and international universities. Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)
BS Mathematics programme will strengthen the Total Credit Hours: 133
mathematical concepts of the candidate and will enhance
their logical thinking. This programme cater the needs of c) Eligibility:
information Technology and other sciences disciplines. Candidates having HSSC (Math as major subject) or equivalent
with minimum 2nd division.
BS Mathematics Programme
Merit Criteria:
a) Introduction: After scrutiny of the eligible candidates, the department will
To meet the challenging requirements of today’s fast- call the eligible applicants for interview and admission
growing world, the Department of Mathematics has planned committee will recommend the suitable candidates for BS
to launch BS Mathematics Programme. The BS degree is Mathematics on merit basis.
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Payment of Fee: 3. Pakistan Adab-I 9466 3(3+0)
Only selected candidates should deposit the fee after 4. Islamic Studies/Ethics 5466/5467 2(2+0)
receiving the admission letter from the Department of Math, 5. Discrete Mathematics-I 1549 3(3+0)
AIOU, Islamabad.
6. Introduction to Environmental 5474 3(3+0)
Hostel Facility: Sciences
The hostel facility is available for both male and female 7. Introduction to Sociology 5469 3(3+0)
students of AIOU. Separate fee has to be paid for attaining 20
the hostel facility and this facility is subject to availability. Semester III
d) Scheme of Studies: Sr. Course Credit
Course Title
No Code Hours
BS Mathematics Program (From Spring 2022) 1. English-III: Communication Skills 5458 3(3+0)
Semester I 2. Waves and Oscillations 5459 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 3. Algebra-I 4472 3(3+0)
Course Title
No Code Hours 4. Analytical Geometry 4473 3(3+0)
1. English-I: Composition and 5451 3(3+0) 5. Vector and Tensor Analysis 4474 3(3+0)
Comprehension 15
2. Calculus-I 4432 3(3+0) Semester IV
3. Pakistan Studies 5465 2(2+0) Sr. Course Credit
4. Introduction to Computers 5468 3(2+1) Course Title
No Code Hours
5. Introductory Statistics 4434 3(3+0) 1. Probability Theory and Statistics 4489 3(3+0)
6. Set Theory and Logic 4471 3(3+0) 2. Heat and Thermodynamics 5461 3(3+0)
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Semester II
4. Language Arabic/French Level -I 9473/ 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 9474
Course Title
No Code Hours
5. Computing Tools 4477 3(2+1)
1. English-II: Technical and 5454 3(3+0)
Business 6. Algebra-II 4475 3(3+0)
2. Writing Calculus-II 4433 3(3+0) 18
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Semester V Semester VIII
Sr. Course Credit Sr. Course Credit
Course Title Course Title
No Code Hours No Code Hours
1. Computer and Scientific 1520 3(2+1) 1. Operational Research 1537 3(3+0)
Applications C++ 2. Combinatorics 1539 3(3+0)
2. Topology 1521 3(3+0) 3. Mathematical Modeling 1546 3(3+0)
3. Linear Algebra 1522 3(3+0) 4. Optimization 1544 3(3+0)
4. Real Analysis-I 1523 3(3+0) 5. Mathematical Finance-I 4478 3(3+0)
5. Ordinary Differential Equations 1525 3(3+0) 15
15 Total Credit Hours 133
Semester VI
Sr. Course Credit Optional Courses:
Course Title
No Code Hours Sr. Course Credit
1. Differential Geometry 1524 3(3+0) Title of the Course
No. Code Hours
2. Complex Analysis 1527 3(3+0) 1. Fluid Mechanics 1535 3(3+0)
3. Group Theory 1528 3(3+0) 2. Relativistic Mechanics 1536 3(3+0)
4. Analytical Mechanics 1529 3(3+0) 3. Operation Research 1537 3(3+0)
5. Real Analysis-II 1530 3(3+0) 4. Combinatorics 1539 3(3+0)
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Semester VII 6. Galois Theory 1541 3(3+0)
Sr. Course Credit 7. Mathematical Statistics-II 1542 3(3+0)
Course Title
No Code Hours 8. Optimization 1544 3(3+0)
1. Numerical Methods 1531 3(2+1) 9. Analytical Dynamics 1545 3(3+0)
2. Partial Differential Equations 1532 3(3+0) 10 Mathematical Modeling 1546 3(3+0)
3. Functional Analysis 1533 3(3+0) 11. Graph Theory 1547 3(3+0)
4. Theory of Rings 1534 3(3+0) 12. Algebraic Topology 1548 3(3+0)
5. Mathematical Statistics-I 1538 3(3+0)
15 13. Research Report 1550 3(3+0)
14. Mathematical Finance-I 4478 3(3+0)
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15. Theory of Racks and 4479 3(3+0) Instructional Methodology:
Quandles Study material:
16. Research Project 4480 3(0+3) Books (soft copies) will be provided to the students, along with
17. History of Mathematics 9415 3(3+0) the list of recommended books for further readings. Two
assignments for each course will be given.
Mode of Teaching:
e) Fee Structure:
For each course, 45 hours face to face teaching at main campus
Registration Fee: Rs.500/-
Islamabad will be required. In this regard, classes will be
Admission Fee: Rs.1000/- arranged by the Department at AIOU main campus Islamabad.
Technology Fee (per semester) Rs.500/- The schedule of the lectures will be distributed to students at
Course Code (Lab) Fee the start of classes during each semester at AIOU, Islamabad.
5468 Rs.6000/- Minimum 70% attendance is necessary in all subjects as per
4432 Rs.6000/- AIOU rules.
4434 Rs.6000/- Assignment/Test:
4471 Rs.6000/- Two assignments for each course will be given in a semester
5465 Rs.4000/- for practice only, having no weightage. 30% weightage of the
5451 Rs.6000/- aggregate marks will be given to the sessional tests.
Lab fee (per semester) Rs.750/- Final Examination:
First Semester Fee Rs.36,750/- Final Examination will be held at Main Campus, AIOU,
Islamabad at the end of each semester. 70% weightage of the
aggregate marks will be given to the final exam.
f) Applying for Admission Procedure:
Please apply online through university website by creating Minimum Passing Marks:
your login ID and password. Completely fill all your Assignments/sessionals 50%
previous degrees/certificate details, then apply in BS Math Final Examination 50%
Program. Submit Rs. 500 fees through bank on the generated Aggregate 50%
challan and upload that chalan from your portal. Also send a Note: The student has to qualify each component of a course
copy of paid chalan form to: separately.
Department of Mathematics
Block # 07, Allama Iqbal Open University
Sector H-8, Islamabad
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FACULTY MEMBERS
1. Dr. Nasir Rehman DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Associate Professor/Chairman
Ph: 051-9057191, 9250056, 9575700 Introduction:
2. Dr. Zahid Iqbal Realizing the need of technology and scientific education in
Associate Professor Pakistan Department of Physics at AIOU began in 1998 with
Ph: 051-9057734 technological needs in areas like Energy, Energy Efficiency,
3. Mr. M. Faisal Iqbal (M.Sc Math Coordinator)
Climate, Energy for Sustainable Development, Renewable
Lecturer
Ph: 051-9057380 Energy, Hydrogen Energy, Environment, Astronomy,
4. Dr. Irfan Mustafa Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Plasma Physics, Medical
Assistant Professor, (M.Phil Math Coordinator) Physics, Cosmology, Geo Physics, Density Functional Theory
Ph: 051-9057155 (DFT), and Nuclear fields. A major emphasis of current
5. Dr. M. Nazam research activities is on promotion in renewable energy and
Lecturer related areas in which the Department has led to innovations.
Ph: 051-9057734
6. Dr. Bismah Jamil The Department is presently running BS, MSc, MPhil and PhD
Lecturer, (BS Math coordinator) degree programme with specialization in various disciplines.
Ph: 051-9057829 New fields of specialization and programme of studies are
7. Ms. Fouzia Rehman approved and be operational from the next academic year.
Research Associate Apart from capacity development, activities Department of
Ph: 051-9057393 Physics has been involved in several international, national and
8. Dr. Irfan Younas regional research projects. Physics Department has developed
Research Associate research linkage with other National and International
Ph: 051-9057197 Universities and research organizations of repute to ensure two-
9. Staff: way flow of knowledge.
Department of Mathematics
Ph: 051-9575700
Vision:
The Department of Physics carries out wide range of teaching
and research programmes that will contribute significantly to
the development of human capacity, science and technology in
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Pakistan. Our vision is to see our graduates and postgraduates Core Values:
to be equipped with the fundamental knowledge of Physics, To perform to the highest levels of competence and
problem solving and communication skills. This will be professionalism in research and training, acting with utmost
achieved by reviewing and developing relevant academic honesty and integrity while instituting measures that meet the
programmes and research projects to address Pakistan need of all stake holders advance knowledge and technologies,
technological needs in areas like Energy, Renewable Energy, Generate, preserve and disseminate knowledge and be involved
Hydrogen Energy, Environment, Astronomy, in the development of innovative products, Cherish academic
Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Plasma, Medical freedom, nurture and reward talent. The Department aspires to
Physics, Cosmology, Geo Physics, Density Functional be an effective agent of change and a model for the other
Theory (DFT), and Nuclear Physics. Our vision is to be a Department in the field of research so as to meet the grooming
locally and internationally recognized Physics Department demands of the new millennium.
that exposes its successes in public awareness campaign and
through established knowledge dissemination channels. Excellence in Research Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Education Training
Mission: The department of Physics was established in March 1998.We
The Department of Physics at AIOU becomes a nationally are proud to be one of the largest and most prestigious physics
and internationally recognized research and educational unit. departments in the Pakistan with an outstanding reputation for
Our faculty strives to push the boundaries of our excellence in research, undergraduate and post graduate
understanding in a wide variety of fundamental and applied education. The department offers undergraduate degree
Physics areas while providing the best research opportunities programmes, Master level programmes and Doctoral
for our majors. The blending of classroom learning with programmes. We have a vibrant research programmes that a
training in XXI Century front-edge research facilities allows broad-based coverage of fundamental and applied Physics. The
our graduates and postgraduates to become successful department of Physics is offering these programmes in
researchers, teachers and applied scientists in nowadays- collaborations with other institutions actively foster
competitive marketplace. At the same time, we are fully development of new research fields. We have recently
committed, as the physics department of the major research established the training programmes for engineers, researchers,
university in our border region, to contribute to the general scientists and faculty members of public and private
public appreciation and respect for the scientific work and universities of industrial partners. We are committed to
knowledge. providing a positive environment that encourages everyone to
explore this potential.
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Due to the flexibility and advantage of the distance learning their interpretation, as well as mathematical formulation of
system, AIOU has retained the best of the professionals the physical phenomena in nature.
already teaching at post graduate level in different teaching 2. To develop critical skills necessary for solving unknown
institutions in the country. There is a minimum of 45 hours of problems from our physical surroundings.
face-to-face teaching for each three-credit hour course. The 3. To develop the capability of analyzing, addressing and
students spend 70 to 75 hours in the laboratories for each posing solutions to problems of natural importance and to
two-credit hour laboratory course. instill a deep appreciation of the need for optimum
utilization of natural resources and environment.
The courses are designed and developed by well-known 4. To instill in students the habit of independent thinking,
experts in the field of physics. The latest available teaching deep inquiry, and motivation for self-education.
material is written/ compiled in the form of textbooks/ CDs 5. To sharpen our students' mathematical prowess making
to facilitate the students. Every effort has been made to make them capable of modeling, analyzing and predicting the
these programmes skill oriented and thus job oriented. The behaviour of physical processes.
6. To enhance our student’s skills in scientific communication
degree awarded by AIOU in this discipline is accredited and
and the ability to clearly present physics and science in
at par with the other universities.
simple and clear language.
Aims and Objectives: 7. To introduce to students the spirit of working in interactive
1. To promote Physics and to provide opportunity to those groups with the necessary requirements of scientific and
who could not educate themselves in formal system of professional ethics.
8. To develop hands-on experience in different laboratory
education for one reason or another.
techniques, modern instrumentation.
2. To meet the acute shortage of highly qualified manpower 9. To enhance student competence in the design and conduct
in the field of physics by producing skilled teachers and of experiments and analysis and presentation of
research scientists. experimental data and results.
3. To introduce new research areas in Physics. 10. To provide an in-depth understanding of some specialized
area of Physics through the option of elective courses.
BS Physics (4 Years) 11. To equip students with the necessary skill set for pursuing
Objectives of the Programme: careers in Physics education, research and industry in
The main educational objectives of BS (4-year) degree government or private organizations.
programme are:
1. To impart students with a conceptual understanding of
the fundamental principles of Physics, natural laws and
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Eligibility Requirements: Semester-2
i) FSc (Pre-Engineering/Pre-Medical) ICS (Physics, S. Code Credit
Course Title
Mathematics combination) / DAE with 45% marks or 2nd No. Hours
division. 1. English-II: Technical & Business 5454 3(3+0)
Admissions will be merit based and on number of seats Writing
available. 2. Islamic Studies or Ethics (for non- 5466 2(2+0)
Interview will be conducted in the Department for Muslim students only) 5467
selection of students. 3. Basic Calculus-II 5476 3(3+0)
Note: The admission and eligibility criteria will be changed 4. Electricity & Magnetism 5455 4(3+1)
accordingly (as per AIOU rules) but the final assessment will 5. Laboratory for Electricity & 5456 1(1+0)
be as same as for BS Physics Program. Magnetism
Fee Structure: 6. Waves & Oscillations 5459 3(3+0)
Per credit hour course fee will be Rs. 2000/- 7. Laboratory Techniques and Error 754 3(3+0)
Remaining charges will be applied as per AIOU rules. Propagation
Semester-3
SCHEME OF STUDIES: (BS Physics) S. Code Credit
Course Title
Semester Wise Course Offering No. Hours
1. English-III: Communication Skills 5458 3(3+0)
Semester-1 2. Algebra in Physics 5477 3(3+0)
S. Credit 3. Heat & Thermodynamics 5461 3(3+0)
Course Title Code
No. Hours 4. Laboratory for Thermodynamics 5460 1(1+0)
1. English-I: Composition & 5451 3(3+0) 5. Fundamentals of Statistics 5470 3(3+0)
Comprehension 6. Mass Communication 5471 3(3+0)
2. Pakistan Studies 5465 2(2+0) Semester-4
3. Basic Calculus -I 5475 3(3+0) S. Code Credit
Course Title
4. Introduction to Computers 5468 3(3+0) No. Hours
5. Mechanics 5452 4(3+1) 1. Modern Physics 5457 3(3+0)
6. Laboratory for Mechanics & 5453 1(1+0) 2. Differential Equations 5472 3(3+0)
Fluids 3. Probability & Statistics 5473 3(3+0)
7. Introduction to Sociology 5469 3(3+0) 4. Optics 5462 3(3+0)
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5. Laboratory for Optics & 5463 1(1+0) 6. Laboratory for Digital & Computer 2556 3(3+0)
Spectroscopy Hardware Electronics
6. Fundamentals of Environmental 5474 3(3+0) Semester-8
Sciences S. Code Credit
Course Title
Semester-5 No. Hours
S. Code Credit 1. Research Techniques 5464 3(3+0)
Course Title
No. Hours 2. Nuclear Physics 760 3(3+0)
1. Mathematical Methods in Physics-1 751 3(3+0) 3. Advanced Digital & Computer 2560 3(3+0)
2. Classical Mechanics & Relativity 752 3(3+0) Hardware Electronics
3. Electronics 2564 3(3+0) 4. Laboratory for Advanced Digital & 2561 4(4+0)
4. Atomic & Molecular Physics 2551 3(3+0) Computer Hardware Electronics
5. Laboratory for General & Nuclear 766 2(2+0) 5. Electronic Communication System 2559 3(3+0)
Physics Total Credit Hours: 135
Degree Requirement:
Semester-6 For the award of BS (Physics) degree, the students will have to
S. Code Credit complete the courses offered equivalent to 135 credit hours
Course Title
No. Hours within a minimum period of eight semesters.
1. Mathematical Methods in Physics-II 755 3(3+0) Fee Structure
2. Quantum Mechanics-I 756 3(3+0) Registration fee: Rs. 500/-
3. Electromagnetic Theory – I 765 3(3+0) Admission fee: Rs.1000/-
4. Thermal & Statistical Physics 2566 3(3+0) Technology fee: (per semester) Rs.500/-
5. Computational Physics 769 3(3+0) Course Code (Lab) Fee
6. Laboratory for Electronics 762 2(2+0) 5451 Rs.6000/-
Semester-7 5452 Rs.8000/-
S. Code Credit 5453 Rs.2000/-
Course Title
No. Hours
5465 Rs.4000/-
1. Electromagnetic Theory – II 2565 3(3+0)
5468 Rs.6000/-
2. Quantum Mechanics-II 759 3(3+0)
3. Solid State Physics-I 761 3(3+0) 5469 Rs.6000/-
4. Lasers & Optics 758 3(3+0) 5475 Rs.6000/-
5. Digital & Compute Hardware Electronic 2553 3(3+0) First Semester Fee Rs.40,000
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Note: Only selected candidates will be informed individually Class assignment through quiz/sessional test/assignment weightage
to deposit the prescribed fee in the AIOU main campus = 20%
branches on same date. Theory Course with 70% compulsory attendance & Laboratory
Instructional Methodology: course with 80% compulsory attendance = 10%
Allama Iqbal Open University employs media mix as Final Paper = 70%
methodology of instruction in which printed material, audiovisual Aggregate = 50%
support, and face-to-face tutorial support are mixed in accordance
with the requirement of the discipline and the level of course. In If a student fails to pass in any of the assessment component, he/she
view of special requirements of post-graduate studies in physics has to re-enroll in that course.
the following methodology of instruction will be followed:
i) Study Material: At the end of each semester, the university will arrange final
The University will provide soft copy of study material. examination. The Roll number slips and other relevant information
ii) Tutorial Support and Workshops: related to examination centers will be provided to the students
Face to Face lectures will be a support for this programme by before the examination. The students who fail in the final
resource persons in the lecture sessions. A minimum, 48 hours examination will be allowed two more chances to reappear in
of face to face teaching for each 03 credit hour course, will be immediate subsequent semester examinations on payment of
provided in these sessions. Attendance in these sessions is examination fee.
compulsory. Students failing to attain 70% attendance in theory
courses will not be eligible to appear in the final examination. Admission Procedure:
Laboratory course and its practical work will be supervised and Only the prescribed admission forms will be entertained.
assessed by the laboratory course supervisors. 80% attendance Admission forms (duly filled in) along with the required
is compulsory for all the students in the laboratory course. documents/testimonials/marks sheets should be sent to:
AIOU will not bear any cost regarding TA/DA or BS Physics Programme Coordinator
boarding/lodging facilities during the classes. Department of Physics,
iii) Schedule of classes: (New Building) Research Complex / Science Block,
The schedule of the classes will be communicated to the students Ground floor, Allama Iqbal Open University,
through mail and message. During any workshop AIOU reserves Sector H-8, Islamabad.
the right to change/alter the schedule at any time.
iv) Assessment: Admission will be finalized after interview.
Student performance is evaluated / assessed as under:
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FACULTY MEMBERS: Staff Members:
Department of Physics 1. Mr. Hussain Ahmed
Research Associate,
1. Prof. Dr. Syed Zafar Ilyas,
Phone: 051-9057214
Chairman
2. Muhammad Aman
Department of Physics,
Laboratory Assistant
Phone: 051-9057728
Phone: 051-9057728
2. Dr. Syed Raza Ali Raza
3. Mr. Saeed Murtaza
Associate Professor
Lab. Assistant
Phone: 051-9057728
Phone: 051-9057728
3. Mr. Ather Hassan
4. Mr. Muhammad Usman
Assistant Professor
Assistant
Phone: 051-9057214
Phone: 051-905772
4. Dr. Surayya Mukhtar
5. Mr. Zohaib Ahmed
Assistant Professor
LDC
Phone: 051-9057184
Phone: 051-905728
5. Dr. M. Tariq Jan
Assistant Professor,
Phone: 051-9057214
6. Mr. Abdul Jalil
Assistant Professor
Phone: 051-9057214
7. Ms. Hareem Mufti
Lecturer,
Phone: 051-9057727
8. Ms. Uzma Nosheen
Lecturer
Phone: 051-9057727
9. Dr. Tayyba Aftab
Lecturer
Phone: 051-9057728
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Academic Programmes
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS The following degree programmes are being offered in the
Department of Statistics. All these programmes are approved
by Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.
Introduction:
1. PhD Statistics
The Department of Statistics was established in 1988 in the
2. MPhil Statistics
faculty of Sciences, Allama Iqbal Open University. Since then,
3. MSc Statistics
the faculty and students have shared a common goal of maturing
4. BS (4 years) Statistics
the Department with sheer hard work and constant struggle.
Statistical sciences have significant impact on our lives and are a
All the courses and contents of these programmes are designed to
key to discoveries and innovation. Over the time, with concerted
meet the challenging statistical needs in life sciences, information
efforts, the Department has grown to its full potential and is
technology, social sciences and other allied disciplines. The course
vigorously involved in participating towards global efforts of
outlines of all level courses have been designed and updated
driving a new era of growth, development and productivity.
recently after consulting syllabi of national and international
Since, our world is becoming more quantitative and data-
universities. It helps to strengthen the statistical concepts and
focused, job opportunities in statistics are plentiful and projected
logical thinking among our students.
to increase worldwide. Therefore, the alumni of the department
of statistics have been working in various government Presently, these degree programmes are offered at main campus
departments and private sector. only. However, in near future, the Department also intends to offer
these degree programmes at main regional headquarters.
The vision of Department is to impart quality education that
focuses on collaborative learning through innovative teaching BS Statistics (4 Years)
and research methodologies. It aims to create an environment
that enables students to effectively engage in making lasting a) Introduction:
contributions in diverse fields according to rapidly changing With the passage of time in the new era of globalization, significant
demands of not only the home country but the entire globe. changes have been made in almost all walks of life to keep in pace
The Department is determined to further develop a state of with the growing world. Among many other fields, improvement in
the art model of learning and research, which will benefit the existing education system has become the top most priority of many
masses across the board. nations across the globe. Therefore, it is the need of time to modify
our current education system in order to meet the international
standards. Having a vision of brighter future with compatible
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educated youth, the Department of Statistics is launching BS Degree Requirements:
Statistics programme from Spring 2017. The BS Statistics would For the award of BS Statistics degree, the student will have to
be sixteen years education equivalent to MSc Statistics and qualify the 130 credit hours consisting 44 courses within a
fulfilling the international standards of graduate degree. minimum period of eight semesters (4 years) and maximum
period of 14 semesters (7 years).
b) Aims and Objectives:
1. To enhance and upgradation of qualification of those Payment of fee:
potential candidates who do not have sufficient resources Only the selected candidates will be asked through SMS/email
to continue their studies after intermediate. to deposit the required fee after download challan from AIOU
2. To enable the students to get a better insight into in depth website.
knowledge of Statistics.
3. To produce quality teacher/researchers of Statistics at all Hostel and Cafeteria Facilities:
levels. The said facilities are available for the students of AIOU only.
4. To prepare well trained and skilled graduates to cater the Separate fee has to be paid subject to the availability of food
needs of future in the field of Statistics. and space in Hostels.
5. To produce young and energetic minds in the field of
Library and Internet Facilities:
Statistics in order to promote innovative research and
The Library and internet facilities are also available at main
critical thinking.
Campus, AIOU. The Central Library is enriched with latest text
c) Eligibility: & recommended books, e-books & free internet facilities.
Candidate must have at least 2nd division or 45% marks in
The library also has an accessible centre for blind students. The
HSSC or equivalent exams approved/verified by Inter Board
Department of Statistics also has its own computer laboratory
Committee of Chairmen (IBCC).
equipped with latest statistical software.
Merit Criteria:
d) Scheme of Studies:
After scrutiny of the eligible candidates, the department will
The full programme of BS Statistics comprises eight semesters.
call the eligible applicants for interview and admission
The all courses are compulsory to qualify for the award of BS
committee will recommend the suitable candidates for BS
Statistics degree. The semester wise course offering is as under.
Statistics on merit basis.
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Revised Scheme of Studies BS Statistics, Autumn 2022 Semester-4
Semester-1 Sr. Code Course Title Credit
Credit # Hours
Sr.# Code Course Title 1. 4477 Computing Tools 3(2+1)
Hours
1. 5468 Introduction to Computer 3(3+0) 2. 4489 Probability Theory and Statistics 3(3+0)
2. 4432 Calculus-I 3(3+0) 3. 4491 Basic Statistical Inference 3(3+0)
3. 4434 Introductory Statistics 3(3+0) 4. 4492 Official Statistics 3(3+0)
4. 5465 Pakistan Studies 2(2+0)
5. 9406 Human Resource Management 3(3+0)
5. 5451 English-I 3(3+0)
6. 9472 Business Communications 3(3+0) 6. 9473 Arabic Language 3(3+0)
Sub Total 17 Sub Total 18
Semester-2
1. 4433 Calculus-II 3(3+0) Semester-5
2. 5474 Fundamental of Environment Sciences 3(3+0)
3. 4486 Introduction to Regression Analysis and 1 1551 Statistical Methods 3(3+0)
3(3+0) 2 1552 Sampling Techniques-I 3(3+0)
Experimental Designs
4. 9466 Pakistani Adab-I 3(3+0) 3 1553 Design & Analysis of Experiments-I 3(3+0)
5. 5454 English-II 3(3+0)
4 1554 Probability & Probability Distributions-I 3(3+0)
6. 5469 Introduction to Sociology 3(3+0)
Sub Total 18 5 1555 Advanced Calculus 3(3+0)
Sub Total 15
Semester-3
1. 4472 Algebra-I 3(3+0) Semester-6
2. Introduction to Probability and 1 1513 Non Parametric Statistics 3(3+0)
4488 3(3+0)
Probability Distributions Probability & Probability Distributions-
3. 5466/ Islamiat/ 2 1556 3(3+0)
2(2+0) II
5467 Ethics (For Non-Muslim Students only) 3 1557 Regression Analysis 3(3+0)
4. 9405 Principles of Marketing 3(3+0)
5. 5458 English-III 3(3+0) 4 1558 Sampling Techniques-II 3(3+0)
6. 9411 Population Studies 3(3+0) 5 1559 Design & Analysis of Experiments-II 3(3+0)
Sub Total 17 Sub Total 15
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Semester-7 Lab fee (per semester) Rs.750/-
1 1514 Mathematical Methods for Statistics 3(3+0) Total Semester Fee Rs.36,750/-
2 1561 Statistical Inference-Estimation 3(3+0)
3 1562 Econometrics 3(3+0) The following Revised BS Statistics Program which is
4 1563 Total Quality Management 3(3+0) designed according to the guidelines of HEC curriculum of BS
5 1564 Computer Programming (C & C++) 3(3+0) Statistics 2017-18. The Summary of the program is given as
Sub Total 15 following:
Semester-8 i. Summary of the Program:
Statistical Inference-Testing of ▪ Total Credit Hours: 130 Credit Hours
1 1566 3(3+0)
Hypotheses ▪ Minimum Duration: 8 Semesters (4-Years)
2 1567 Applied Multivariate Analysis 3(3+0)
3 1569 Data Analysis and Statistical 3(3+0) ii. Eligibility Criteria:
Packages ▪ Candidates having HSSC with 45% or equivalent
4 1568 Operations Research 3(3+0) with minimum 2nd division.
5 1570 Research Report 3(3+0)
Sub Total 15 iii. Admission Procedure:
Total BS Statistics Programme Credit Hours = 130 ▪ Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on
merit basis criteria laid down by the Department
e) Fee Structure and University.
Registration Fee: Rs.500/- ▪ There will be a departmental admission committee
Admission Fee: Rs.1000/- to conduct admission test and interview to finalize
Technology Fee (per semester) Rs.500/- the admissions.
Course Code Fee
5468 Rs.6000/- iv. Evaluation:
▪ Students have to obtain minimum 50% marks
4432 Rs.6000/-
in continuous assessment and 50% marks in
4434 Rs.6000/-
final exam for passing each subject.
5465 Rs.4000/- ▪ Following is the list of elective courses for
5451 Rs.6000/- BS/M.Sc. Statistics Program:
9472 Rs.6000/-
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Sr. Course Credit assignment component) for each course will be conducted
Course Title and 50% marks in sessional exams assignment is
No Code Hours
1. Reliability Analysis 1571 3(3+0) mandatory to appear in final examination.
2. Data Mining 1572 3(3+0) − A student having less than 50% marks in continuous
3. Bayesian Statistics 1573 3(3+0) assessment component would not be eligible to appear in
4. Biostatistics 1574 3(3+0) final exam.
5. Operations Research 1568 3(3+0) − However, he/she has to re-enroll himself/herself in the
6. Research Report 1570 3(3+0) same course in the next offering as per AIOU rule.
− 30% weightage of continuous assignment component
Instructional Methodology: marks will be added in the final exam marks for final
Face to Face teaching (Tutorials): grading given to the assignments/sessional tests.
For each course, there would be 48 hours face to face Final Examination:
teaching support to the students. Three-hour class/week for Final Examination will be held at the end of each semester.
(3+0) credit hour for a semester of sixteen weeks. The 70% weightage will be given to the final examination.
distribution of the lectures will be provided to the students in Passing Percentage:
classes/workshop after consultation with the Assignments/Sessional tests 50%
teachers/resource persons. The classes will be supplemented Final Examination 50%
by the computers where required. Over all 70%, attendance Aggregate 50%
would be compulsory to appear in sessional tests. Note:
• The student will have to pass each component separately to
Classes/Workshops Schedule: pass a course. However, sessional tests must pass before to
The classes/workshops will be arranged at Main Campus, appear in the final examination.
AIOU, Islamabad only. However, the schedule is prepared
• Please do not deposit/hand over any fee to any person
according to the availabilities of qualified faculties and
along with admission form.
convenience of the students.
Continuous Assessment: Applying Procedure for admission in BS Statistics
− Two home-assignments for each course will be given to ❖ Step–1: First of all register yourself on AIOU website and
the students. remember user name and password for future contact to
− Two sessional exams assignments (as a continuous AIOU.
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❖ Sep–2: Select your programme & semester and generate 5. Dr. Muhammad Yameen Danish
a dully filled admission form and challan form for fee Lecturer
deposit in and mentioned banks. Ph: 051-9057266
❖ Step–3: Post/Submit by hand the stamped Bank fee Email: [email protected]
receipt and admission form on the following address. 6. Mr. Sajid Hassan Shah
Research Associate
Chairman Ph: 051-9057209
Department of Statistics, Email: [email protected]
Lower Ground Floor, Science Block, Sector H-8, AIOU 7. Ms. Lubna Naz
Islamabad Ph. No. 051-9057266, 9250062 Research Assistant
Email: [email protected] Ph: 051-9057287
Email: [email protected]
FACULTY MEMBERS – Staff Phone:
Ph: 051-9057266
1. Prof. Dr. Irshad Ahmad Arshad
Chairman GENERAL INFORMATION
Ph: 051-9057163, 9250062
Email: [email protected] i. The certificates/degrees of AIOU are equivalent to any
2. Dr. Muhammad Zakria other recognized Board/University.
Associate Professor ii. A candidate is required to submit complete admission
Ph: 051-9057372 form and upload scan documents through online system
Email: [email protected] before or on the closing date.
3. Dr. Zahid Iqbal iii. If an applicant of post-graduate/research level programme
Associate Professor does not receive any information regarding admission
Ph: 051-9057446 within three months from submission of application, he/she
Email: [email protected] should presume non-selected.
4. Dr. Tauqir Ahmed Mughal iv. A course taken by any student cannot be changed during
Assistant Professor the semester.
Ph: 051-9057266 v. The address of a student will not be changed during the
Email: [email protected] semester.
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vi. Admission to courses for both the Spring and unless he/she formally postpones it till the completion of
Autumn semesters are generally offered in the the new programme or withdraws from the previous
months of January and July, respectively, whereas, programme.
examinations commenced in November and May xiv. After completion of a programme successfully, a student
respectively. The continuing students will enroll has to apply to Controller of Examinations for issuance
online on AIOU website and deposit fee within due of certificate/degree.
date. xv. The university reserves the right to change contents of this
vii. Fee cannot be refunded once paid for admission nor prospectus without any prior notice as per university
can it be adjusted for any other programme policy.
viii. On payment of the registration fee, each student will xvi. In case of discrepancies in the name of student/ Father’s
be issued a student ID. This number must be quoted in name of the student or difference in name mentioned in
all the future correspondence along with the roll his/her other educational certificates, the name on the
number, course(s), code numbers and semester. Matric certificate of the student will be considered as
ix. Study material shall be available on university website. correct name. The Examination Department shall also issue
University will not provide hard copy of books. certificate/ degree on the said name.
x. Rules and regulations framed, enhanced and changed xvii. In case provision of forged documents for admission, not
from time to time by the authorities, bodies of the only the admission will be refused to the applicant but
university will be effective as deemed necessary. The the fee deposited by him/her will also be forfeited. The
student will have to abide by all such rules and university may proceed further in the matter.
regulations from the date of their implementation.
xi. A student who fails in continuous assessment PROCEDURE FOR DEPOSITING FEE
component is not eligible to reappear but will be
allowed to re-register for the same course at its next
• Applicants will deposit admission processing fee
offering semester by the university.
xii. It is the responsibility of the student to remain in touch (Rs.500) in designated banks or through Telcos.
with the department regarding the selected • Eligible candidates for (Merit Based Programmes) are
programme. required to deposit admission fee in any branch of the
xiii. A student already admitted to a programme or a following banks:
specialization of a programme shall not be allowed to 1. First Women Bank Limited (FWBL)
transfer or to get admission to another programme 2. Allied Bank Limited (ABL)
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3. Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB) IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS
4. United Bank Limited (UBL)
• Fee can also be Deposited through Jazz Cash, Easy
Sr.# Name Telephone Nos.
Paisa and Upaisa Mobile App/USSD String *786#,
Retailer Agent, Franchise and Branches of 051-9250043
1. Director Admissions
Mobilink, Telenor and Ubank. For more detail 051-9250162 (Fax)
please visit university website. 2. Controller of Examinations 051-9250012
• The Banks/Mobile App/Retailer
Agents/Franchise/Branches will provide Transaction 3. Director Students Affairs 051-9250174
ID of deposited fee.
4. Superintendent (Postgraduate) 051-9057422
Note: Beware that University has not authorized any person Helpline: (051) 111 112 468
or private institute to collect payment/forms. All the students Help Desk: support.aiou.edu.pk/
are instructed to deposit fee by themselves in designated
bank branches. In case of any discrepancy in admission
fee/admission form the University will not be responsible and
the student will have to face the consequences.
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FEDERAL AREA ISLAMABAD ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Al Huda Superintendent, Model Study Center, RD, Regional Centre, AIOU, A Little ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Near B & R
Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Street, Amin Colony, Near Govt. High AIOU, Near Sat Sira Chowk Marala Road, Ahead of Dars Bus Stop Near Feroze Rest House, KALAT. Ph: 0844-210569
Block No 27, (Services Block) Sector H-8, School, NAROWAL. MANDI BAHAUDDIN. Ph: (0546)571171 Jamali Sahib’s Bungalow on National Email: [email protected]
ISLAMABAD. Ph:(051)9250171- Ph: 0542-413122,413232 Email: [email protected] Highway N.5, Moro. Ph: 025-4550506 RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Eastern
92507178. Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Bypass Takhtani Ro ad, QUETTA
SINDH
DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Hidayat DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Bungalow Superintendent, AIOU Model Study Phone: 081-2674429-2674398
PUNJAB Email: [email protected]
Campus, Near Sheikh Zaid Airport. No.46, B1-8, Unit No.02, Railway Centre, District Complex, Goli Maar Road,
DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Street No.5,
RAHIM YAR KHAN Ph.068-9239046, Employee Housing Society, Autobahn Kandkot, District Kashmore.
Major Tah ir Sadiq Road, Dar-ul-Salam DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Pishkan
9239166 Email: [email protected] Road Latifabad, Near Lal Qila Restaurant, Ph:0722921614
Colony, ATTOCK. Road, Near Bahria College, GWADAR.
HYDERABAD. Ph: (022)9330052-3 Email: [email protected]
Ph: (057)2610610,9316418 Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, House Ph: (0864)410300
E-mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] KHYBER PAKHTOON KHWA Email: [email protected]
No.CB/190-A, Lane No.4, St.1, Near
Maryam Memorial Hospital, Peshawar RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, ST-6, D-I, DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU,
Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Chak ARD, Regional Center, AIOU, House No.
Road, RAWALPINDI. Ph: 051-9334264-5 Block No.14, Federal ‘B’ Area, KARACHI. Murree Road, Adjacent B.I.S.E,
No. 12-A/BC, Near Airport Hasilpur 34, St No. 26, Muhala Khudaidad
Email: [email protected] Ph:(021) 99246099-101 ABBOTTABAD. Ph:(0992)390925-390927
Bypass Road, BAHAWALPUR . Imambara Road Circular No. 01, Zhob
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Ph:(0304)9983138-9 Ph: 0822-413018
DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, House
E.mail: [email protected] ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Near BISE Email: [email protected]
No.268, St. 3 Mokal Colony near Imtiaz Assistant Director IT, Model Study Centre,
Peshawar Camp Office, Governor Cottage Superintendent/Incharge, AIOU, Model
Hospital, SAHIWAL. Ph: (040) 9330456-7 AIOU, House No.61, Shaheed Zulfiqar
ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Road Goldoor, Chitral Town, District Study Center, near Wapda Office,
Email: [email protected] Colony, Near Daro Road, Dadu.
Opposite Allied Park, Near Food Godam Lower, CHITRAL. Ph:(0943) 413419- KHARAN. Ph: (0847)-510777
Ph: 03337208688
Railway, Bypass Road, CHAKWAL Adl. RD, Regional Centre, AIOU, H. 145, 413811. Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
(0543)553566-77 Muradabad Colony, Near Daewoo ARD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Neli Kothi, GILGIT BALTISTAN
E. mail: [email protected] Terminal, University Road, SARGODHA ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Sachal Behind District Auditorium, District Courts, ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Shahra-i-
CANTT. Ph:(048)3211217 -8 Colony, Banglow No.67, Near City DERA ISMAIL KHAN Ph:(0966) 9280168-
Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Email: [email protected] Hospital (Bakhtiawar Park), LARKANA Quaid-i- Azam, Near Army Public School
Railway Road, Near Veterinary Hospital, 9280178. Email:[email protected] & College, Khumer Cantt. GILGIT
CITY. Ph (074)9239044
DERA GHAZI KHAN. Ph:(064) 9260386-7 DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Mohallah Email: [email protected] ARD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Plot Ph:(05811) 960378, 960603
Email: [email protected] Mumtaz Pura, Haji Pura, Daska Road, No.14, Sector A-3, Phase V, Hayatabad Email: [email protected]
SIALKOT. Ph:052-3241300, 3241400 PESHAWAR Ph:(091)9217603-6
RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Email: [email protected] ARD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Near ARD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Near
F-Block, Near STN Tower, Millat Town, Email: [email protected] Elementary College Sundus, SKARDU,
Session Court Mai Bhaghi Chowk, MITHI,
FAISALABAD. Ph: (041) 9330791-3 DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, House No. Ph (0232)920089 DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Bunglow Ph:(05815)960258, 960915
Email: [email protected] 166, Faisal Town, Opposite Govt. Boys Email: [email protected] No. 237, Sector-E, Sadberg Road, Sheikh Email [email protected]
Post Graduate College, VEHARI. Maltoon Township, MARDAN.
DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU, 10-X Block, Ph: (067)3360636-37 ARD Regional Centre, AIOU, Banglow/H. Superintendent, Model Study Centre,
Ph: (0937)841020, 841030
Peoples Colony, GUJRANWALA. Email: [email protected] No. 74, Main Ghulamullah Raod Near City Nagar, AIOU, Shahra-i-Quaid-i-Azam,
Email: [email protected]
Ph:(055)9230251-2 School Makli Society, THATTA Near College Road Near Boys Inter
Email: [email protected] ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Opposite Ph: (0298)920717-8 ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, House College Aliabad Hunza. Gilgit Baltistan
office of Punjab Food Authority, Near Email: [email protected] No.43, Sector A/2, Phase No. II, KDA, Ph: (05811)960378,960603
DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Railway Phattak, Main Chishtian Road, KOHAT. Ph: (0922)513882 Email: [email protected]
Toba Road, Opposite Officers Colony, BAHAWALNAGAR. Ph: 063-9330012 RD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Plot No. 31, Email: [email protected]
JHANG. Ph. (047) 7630953, 7631166 Email: [email protected] Block-A, Jaffria Co-operative Housing AZAD JAMMU KASHMIR
Email: [email protected] Society, Shikarpur Road, SUKKUR. DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, College DRD, Regional Campus, AIOU, House
Adl. RD Regional Centre, AIOU, Street Ph (071)5807213 Colony, Opposite Shahuda Park, SAIDU No.1-A, Sector, F-1, Kotli Road, MIRPUR
ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Ghaffar No. 01, Jamil Town, Lahore Road, Near Email: [email protected] SHARIF (SWAT) Ph:(0946)9240205-6 (A.K) Ph:05827-960028, 960029
Chowk (Bhatta Corianwal), Main Road, Superior College, SHEIKHUPURA. Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
KASUR CITY. Ph: 0492-723723 Ph: (056)3545041 Incharge, Noor Model Study Centre,
Email: [email protected] AIOU, Old Girls College Hostel, Opp: DCO ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Bangla No. Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, Zero
Email: [email protected] 2, Village Andheri, Link Road, Balambat, Point, Jalalabad, MUZAFFARABAD
Office, UMER KOT. (0238) 920010,
DRD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Mujahid 920016. Email: [email protected] TIMERGARA. Ph: (0945)9250070 (AJK) Ph: (05822)960839
ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Near Under Email: [email protected] Fax: (05822)960840
Abad, Near Jada, Main G. T. Road,
Pass, MIANWALI. Ph:(0459) 920024-6 Email: [email protected]
JHELUM. Ph: (0544)273378-9 ARD, Model Study Centre, AIOU, First
Email: [email protected] BALOCHISTAN
Email: [email protected] Floor, Plot No. 16, ROW A, Block II,
Survey NC 90 Deh Khanto, Sindhi Jamat ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Bus Stand ARD, Regional Centre, AIOU, Officer
RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, CF-7, Shah Adl. RD, Regional Campus, AIOU, 346 - Road, Near Ghazali Public School, Gola Colony Near New Rawalakot International
Cooperative Housing Society, Bin Qasim
Rukn-e-Alam Colony, Near Thana Stop, Raza Block, Allama Iqbal Town, LAHORE Chowk, DERA MURAD JAMALI Hotel, CMH/Bagh Road, Supply Bazar,
Town , District Malir, KARACHI. Ph: 021-
MULTAN . Ph:(061)9220202-3, 6772499 Ph: (042)99333580 Ph: 0838-710375 RAWALAKOT (POONCH) A.K
99333846 Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Ph: (05824)960241
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