FACULTY OF CONTEMPORARY STUDIES (FCS)

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

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

SECTOR:E-9, ISLAMABAD

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

Faculty of Contemporary Studies (FCS)

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

Office of the Registrar:

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

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Programs: Level M.Sc* M.Phil* Ph.D* MS-PM Shift* Mor. Eve. Mor. Eve. Mor. Eve. weekend Government & Public Policy Strategic & Nuclear Studies Leadership & Management Studies International Relations Peace & Conflict Studies *program and shift offering depends on the published advertisement of the specific session Department/Program Eligibility Criteria: Criteria M.Sc Min. 14 years in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized institution Min. 2nd Div. M.Phil/MS Min. 16 years in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized institution Min. 2nd Div/ 2.5/4.0 CGPA GAT(General) by NTS with 50% & NDU Entry Test Ph.D M.Phil /MS in relevant discipline** from HEC recognized institution Min. 1st Div./ 3.0/4.0 CGPA GRE-Intl (Subject) / GAT(Subject) with 60% /70% & NDU Entry Test

Education

Division/CGPA

Tests

NDU Entry Test

Interview Must Must Must appearance ** Relevant discipline as advertised in the admission advertisement of specific session Merit determination: M.Sc: NDU Entry Test: Interview: Academic Record: M.Phil/MS: NDU Entry Test: Interview: Academic Record: Ph.D: NDU Entry Test: Interview: Research Proposal:

30 Marks 10 Marks 60 Marks 50 Marks 20 Marks 30 Marks 25 Marks 25 Marks 50 Marks

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{SSC+HSSC+BA/BSc(2 Div.) = 10 each}

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{BA/BSc+ MA/MSc (1 Div.) = 15 each}

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Procedure: i. Process application through Online Admission System at www.ndu.edu.pk. ii. Take the print of duly filled /completed application and attach the relevant documents as per check list provided on the printed application. iii. Submit duly completed form along with enlisted documents and specified payment (cash/ payorder in favour of National Defence University) by hand or through courier within stipulated time period. iv. Appear in the NDU Entry Test/GAT & Interview on the given date and time. v. Check your name on the merit list displayed on the university main gate & website. vi. Selected candidates collect their fee voucher from respective departments and submit in the Bank. vii. Submit the copy of submitted fee voucher along with the duly filled registration form in respective department with in due dates. Contacts: Tel (Exchange): Admission Office: Government & Public Policy Dept: Leadership & Management Studies Dept: International Relations Dept: Strategic & Nuclear Studies Dept: Peace & Conflict Studies Dept:

9262066-68 Ext. 6059 Ext. 6032 Ext. 6041 Ext. 6035 Ext. 6034 Ext. 6033

Important Dates for Admissions: Events Availability of Admission Form Last date of submission of Admission Form M.Sc & M.Phil NDU Entry Test PhD. GAT (General) & GAT (Subject) M.Sc & M.Phil Interviews PhD. M.Sc & M.Phil Declaration of Result of Entry Test/1st Merit List PhD. Date of Depositing Dues / Registration for 1st Merit List Semester Begins

Dates

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Department of Government & Public Policy (GPP)

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

MSc - GPP
Compulsory Courses (Two from the following)
Ser 1 Code No. GP -503 Name of Course Principle of Economics Ser 2 Code No. GP -526 Name of Course Micro-economics-Theory of the Firm

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3 GP -522 Welfare Economics 4 GP -527 Macroeconomics- Fiscal/Monetary Policies

Core Courses
Ser 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Code No. GP- 501 GP -502 GP -504 GP -505 GP -506 GP -507 GP -508 GP -509 GP -510 GP -513 GP -525 Name of Course Introduction to Public Policy Government and Politics: Concepts and Theories IT for Government & Public Policy Strategic Communication Skills Quantitative Analysis Policy Analysis Research Methodology Public Finance in Public Policy Program Evaluation Project Management. Policy Seminar I 17 Ser 6 Code No. GP -539 Name of Course Policy Seminar II

>> Environmental Policy >> Economic Development >> Region-specific Studies >> District Government: Development policy Perspective >> Poverty and Poverty Reduction Strategies in Pakistan >> Disaster Risks Mapping in Pakistan GP -599 Research Project/Capstone Seminar

>> Health Policy >> Education Policy >> Social Policy >> Defence Policy of Pakistan >> Economic Policy >> Mass Media & Public Policy >> Disaster Management

Elective Courses
Ser 18 Code No. GP -511 Name of Course Foreign Policy of Pakistan Ser 19 Code No. GP -530 Name of Course Regional/Urban Economics

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20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 GP -512 GP -514 GP -515 GP -516 GP -517 GP -518 GP -519 GP -520 GP -521 GP -523 GP -524 GP -528 GP -529 Dynamics of national Security Policy Public Policy and Legal Framework: The Case of Pakistan Globalization and Economic Development Post Independence State and Public Policy Visions Politico - Institutional Context & Public Policy Policy Issues and Analysis of Nonprofit, NGOs, and Philanthropy Comparative Public Policy. Governance: Concepts and Theories Comparative Social and Political Thought Social Aspects of Development and Public Policy Decision Making Under Uncertainty Money and Banking Labor Economics 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 GP -531 GP -532 GP -533 GP -534 GP -535 GP -536 GP -537 GP -538 GP-540 GP-541 GP-542 GP-543 Natural Resource/ Environmental Economics and Issues of Sustain Ability. Public Sector Economics International Economics Trade/Finance History of Economic Thought Economic Policy Planning Economy of Pakistan A Survey Special Topics: eg International Financial Institutions. Independent Study/Internship Perspective on Public Administration Personnel Administration in the Public Sector Theories of Public Bureaucracy Public Economics

M.Phil. - GPP
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 5 7 Code No. GP -601 GP -602 GP -603 GP -699 Name of Course Theories of Public Policy Economics in Public Policy Analysis Research Methodology M.Phil Dissertation Ser 2 4 6 Code No. GP -606 GP -617 GP -604 Name of Course Policy Analysis and Design Program Evaluation. Empirical Analysis for Public Policy

Elective Courses
Ser 8 Code No. GP -605 Name of Course Social Policy Analysis: Politics and economics of inclusion/ exclusion Ser 9 Code No. GP -613 Name of Course International Economics

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10 12 14 16 18 20 GP- 607 GP -608 GP -609 GP -610 GP -611 GP -612 Leadership: Theory & Practice Seminar on Economic Policies (selected topics) Seminar on Social Sector Development Policies (Selected Topic) Seminar on Natural Resource Development Policies Seminar on National Security. Seminar on Defense and Foreign Policy (Selected Topics) 11 13 15 17 19 21 GP -614 GP -615 GP -616 GP -618 GP -619 GP -620 Seminar on Disaster Management in Pakistan Seminar on Governance Issues in Pakistan Theoretical Issues in Policy Analysis Economics of Sustainability. Poverty Reduction in Pakistan. Public sector & Regulatory Management with reference to Pakistan.

PhD - GPP
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 Code No. GP -701. GP-705A Name of Course Philosophical Foundations of Policy Research. Public Policy Management: Empirical Application Ser 2 Code No. GP-799 Name of Course Doctoral Dissertation

Elective Courses
Ser 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 Code No. GP-702. GP-703. GP-704 GP-705. GP-706 GP-707 GP-708 GP-709 Name of Course The Contemporary State and Public Policy Visions. Values, Ethics, and Public Policy Seminar on Sustainable Development Policy Analysis Exercise Evaluation Research Seminar Critical Readings. Directed Studies: Specific Topics. Dynamics of Governance Ser 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 Code No. GP-710 GP-711 GP-712 GP-713 GP-714 GP-704A GP-706A Name of Course Seminar on Politics and Economics of Inclusion/ Exclusion. Seminar on Poverty Alleviation. Public Leadership: Principles and Practices. Advanced Course on Pakistan Polity and Public Policymaking. Defence Policy Analysis Development, Equity, Sustainability Advanced Program Evaluation

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Department of Leadership & Management Studies (LMS)

Introduction Department of LMS welcomes you to chose and pursue higher studies to become a member of industry and scholarly community. Here in LMS, the dedicated efforts of faculty and staff is to create intellectual stimulus and opportunities to provide you with the highest quality educational experience in Leadership and Business Management I believe, LMS will continue to provide the expected learning environment with an aim to develop your ability to understand, engage in academic excellence, analyze, communicate and develop novel knowledge through research and practice. Vision Carving the future leaders and managers develop brilliance and entrepreneurial skills through academic excellence with clarity by promoting inquisitiveness. Faculty of Department: Prof. Dr. Tahir Masood Dr. Saman Attiq Dr. Munnawar Naz Khokhar Dr. Zia Ur Rehman Mr. Umer Iftikhar Malik Mr. Adnan Jameel List of Courses

MSc - LMS
Core Courses
Ser Code No. LMS-501 LMS-503 LMS-504 LMS-506 LMS-507 LMS-508 Name of Course Principles of Management Principles of Marketing Financial Accounting Writing and Business Communications Strategic Management Business Research Methods Ser Code No. LMS-512 LMS-513 LMS-514 LMS-515 LMS-518 LMS-519 Name of Course Human Resource Management Financial Management Entrepreneurship: Role of Leaders Management Information System Business Maths and Statistics Leadership and Change Management

1 3 5 7 9 11

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LMS-511 Fundamentals of Leadership

Optional Courses Group A: Finance

Ser Code No. LMS-505 LMS-509 LMS-531 LMS-532 LMS-533 LMS-534 Name of Course Managerial Economics Managerial Accounting Management of Financial Institutions Investment Banking Corporate Finance Managerial Finance Ser Code No. LMS-535 LMS-536 LMS-537 LMS-538 LMS- 550 Name of Course Commercial Banking International Finance Management International Trade Cost Accounting Research Thesis (in-lieu of 2 optional courses)

14 16 18 20 22 24

15 17 19 21 23

Group B: Leadership
Ser Code No. LMS-502 LMS-548 LMS-549 LMS-550 LMS-551 Name of Course Strategic Business Leadership Leadership: Role in Decision Making Leadership: Role in Communication Classical and Contemporary Leadership Leading Strategy Development Ser Code No. LMS-552 LMS-553 LMS-554 LMS- 550 Name of Course Management by Leadership Dynamic Organizational Leadership Basic Economic Theory Research Thesis (in-lieu of 2 optional courses)

25 27 29 31 33

26 28 30 32

Group C: Human Resource Management

Ser Code No. LMS-510 LMS-516 LMS-539 LMS-540 LMS-541 Name of Course Organizational Behavior Business Law Industrial and Organizational Psychology Organizational Structure and Theory Human Resource Development Ser Code No. LMS-543 LMS-544 LMS-545 LMS-546 LMS-547 Name of Course Training and Development Management Human Resource: Theory and Practice Employee Relations Management Change Management Project Management

34 36 38 40 42

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LMS-542 Monitoring and Evaluation

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LMS- 550

Research Thesis (in-lieu of 2 optional courses)

Group D: Marketing
Ser Code No. LMS-520 LMS-521 LMS-522 LMS-523 LMS-524 LMS-525 Name of Course Consumer Behavior Sales Management Marketing Research Services Marketing Supply Chain Management Total Quality Management Ser Code No. LMS-526 LMS-527 LMS-528 LMS-529 LMS-530 LMS- 550 Name of Course Brand Management New Product Development International Advertising Marketing Management Advertising and Promotional Strategy Research Thesis (in-lieu of 2 optional courses)

46 48 50 52 54 56

47 49 51 53 55 57

M.Phil - LMS
Core Courses
Ser Code No. LMS-600 LMS-604 LMS-606 Name of Course Advance Strategic Management Financial Risk Analysis/Management Advance Methods in Business Research Ser Code No. Name of Course Leadership Theory and Practice Research Thesis

1 3 5

2 LMS-601 4 LMS- 625

Optional Courses
Ser Code No. LMS-602 LMS-603 LMS-605 LMS-607 LMS-609 LMS-610 Name of Course Entrepreneurial Leadership Leadership and Decision Making Leadership and Communication Quantitative Techniques Advance Managerial Accounting International HRM Ser Code No. LMS-614 LMS-615 LMS-616 LMS-617 LMS-618 LMS-620 Name of Course Seminars on Advance Business Policy Organizational Change and Development Qualitative Research Leadership: Theoretical and Philosophical Approach Management: Leadership Perspective Behavioral Finance

6 8 10 12 14 16

7 9 11 13 15 17

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LMS-611 LMS-612 LMS-613 International Business Management International Marketing Human Resource Management: Theory and Practice

19 21

LMS-621 LMS-624

Contemporary Issues in Defence Management Leadership Practice and Ethics

Ph.D - LMS
Core Courses
Ser Code No. LMS-700 LMS-702 Name of Course Advance Strategic Planning Advance Methods in Business Research and Quantitative Techniques Ser Code No. LMS-750 Name of Course Research Thesis

1 3

Optional Courses
Ser Code No. LMS-704 LMS-705 LMS-706 LMS-707 LMS-708 LMS-709 LMS-710 LMS-711 LMS-712 Name of Course Organizational Development Advance International Business Management Advance International Human Resource Management Classical and Contemporary Management Advance International Financial Management The Leadership Challenge Advance Corporate Finance Leadership: Theoretical and Practical Perspective Seminars on Leadership/ Management Ser Code No. LMS-713 LMS-714 LMS-715 LMS-716 LMS-717 LMS-718 LMS-719 LMS-720 Name of Course Business Ethics Advance Entrepreneurship Action Research Seminar on Contemporary Business and Management Issues Econometric Issues Advance Qualitative Research Advance Leadership and Change Management Advance E-Marketing

4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20

5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19

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

MS Project Management
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 5 Code No. PM-600 PM-602 Name of Course Management, Organizational Policy and Practices Research Methodology Ser 2 4 Code No. PM-601 PM-603 Name of Course Statistical Inference Quantitative Techniques

PM-650

Thesis

Elective Courses
6 8 10 12

PM-604 PM-606 PM-608 PM-610

Advanced Project Management Project Quality and Risk Management Project Controlling and Monitoring Development and Management of Complex Projects

7 9 11 13

PM-605 PM-607 PM-609 PM-611

Project Constraint Management(Time & Cost) Project Stake Holder Management Software Project Management/Applications Seminar in Project Management

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Department of Peace & Conflict Studies (PCS)

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

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List of Courses

M.Sc -PCS
Compulsory Courses
Ser 1 3 5 7 9 Code No. PCS-501 PCS-502-A PCS-504 PCS-506-A PCS-569-A Name of Course International Relations: Theories and Issues Introduction to Peace Studies Research Methodology Conflict Management and Resolution International Law Ser 2 4 6 8 Code No. PCS-507-A PCS-509 PCS-597 PCS-5120 Name of Course Conflict Analysis Traditional and Non-traditional Paradigms of Security Communication and Writing Skills Political Philosophy (Greek and Western)

Optional Courses
Ser 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Code No. PCS-503-A PCS-505 PCS-508 PCS-510-A PCS-515 PCS-521 PCS-522 PCS-524 PCS-527 PCS-530 PCS-533 PCS-536 PCS-542 Name of Course Ethnic Conflict: Theories and Cases Comparative Peace Processes Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding Terrorism: Approaches and Perspectives Research Thesis (6 Credit Hours) Post-Conflict Reconstruction Peace Education Conflict and Cooperation in Asia Pacific Conflict and Cooperation in Middle East Conflict and Cooperation in East Africa Conflict and Cooperation in West Africa Conflict and Cooperation in Central Asia Conflict and Cooperation in Western Europe Ser 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 Code No. PCS-573 PCS-574 PCS-580 PCS-582 PCS-585 PCS-588 PCS-590 PCS-591 PCS-592 PCS-594 PCS-595 PCS-596 PCS-5100 Name of Course Confidence Building Measures and Crisis Management Practical Training in Conflict Resolving Techniques (PTCRT) Politics of Environmental Change Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia Conflict and Cooperation in Latin America Conflict and Cooperation in North Africa Politics of South Africa Conflict and Cooperation in Southern Africa Seminar: International Politics of South Africa Arms Control and Disarmament Theory and Practice of Nonviolence Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices Globalization and Conflict

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36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 PCS-545 PCS-548 PCS-550 PCS-551 PCS-553 PCS-554 PCS-555 PCS-556 PCS-557 PCS-558 PCS-559 PCS-560 PCS-561 PCS-562-A PCS-563 PCS-565 PCS-566 PCS-567 PCS-570 PCS-571 Conflict and Cooperation in Eastern Europe Conflict and Cooperation in Southeast Asia Foreign Policy Analysis Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Assistance International Human Rights Law International Humanitarian Law Terrorism and Political Violence Culture: Peace and Conflict Seminar: Religion, Peace and Violence Role of Media in Peace and Conflict Seminar: Energy, Resource Wars and Conflicts Human Security and Conflict Prevention Gender and Armed Conflict Politics of Nationalism and Identity Civil Society and Political Change Global Conflicts since 1945 Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies Domestic Challenges and Conflicts in Pakistan International Organizations Political Economy of Peace and Conflict 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 PCS-5101 PCS-5102 PCS-5103 PCS-5104 PCS-5105 PCS-5106 PCS-5107 PCS-5108 PCS-5109 PCS-5110 PCS-5111 PCS-5112 PCS-5113 PCS-5114 PCS-5115 PCS-5116 PCS-5117 PCS-5118 PCS-5119 PCS-5121 Revolution and Political Change Peace Movements Humanitarian Intervention Post-nuclear Conflict Seminar: International Conflict and National Security Migration, Displacement and Development Religion and State Secularism vs. Religious Nationalism War and Peace in Movies War and Peace in Literature Philosophical Foundations of Peace and Conflict Discourses on Peace and Conflict Post-modernism and Conflict Social Entrepreneurship Seminar: Religion and Globalization Peace: Islamic Approaches and Perspectives Economics of Development Seminar: Media and Peacebuilding Democratization and the Developing World Islamic Political Thought

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M.Phil -PCS
Compulsory Courses
Ser 1 3 5 Code No. PS-601 PS-602 PS-603 Name of Course Research Methodology Theories of War and Peace Contemporary Conflict Resolution Ser 2 4 Code No. PS-621-A PS-698 Name of Course International Law and Use of Force Research Thesis

Optional Courses
Ser 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 Code No. PS-604-A PS-605 PS-606 PS-607 PS-608 PS-609 PS-624 PS-627 PS-630 PS-631 PS-633 PS-634 Name of Course Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia Globalization and Conflict Regionalism & Regional Integration Arms Control and Disarmament Seminar: Political Economy of Peace and Conflict Seminar: Perspectives on Terrorism Seminar: Dynamics of IndiaPakistan Conflict War and the Contemporary International System Seminar: Kashmir Dispute and its Resolution Seminar: Civil Society and Political Change CBMs and Crisis Management Mediation and Negotiation Ser 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 Code No. PS-635 PS-636 PS-637 PS-638 PS-639 PS-640 PS-641 PS-642 PS-643 PS-644 PS-645 PS-699 Name of Course Seminar: Media and Conflict Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices Peace Psychology Seminar: Religion, Culture and Conflict Seminar: Peace Education Conflict Prevention and Strategic Peace building Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies Discourses on Peace and Conflict Post-modernism and Conflict Seminar: Regional Security Issues War and Peace in Movies Research Thesis (26 Credit Hours)

PhD - PCS
Ser 1 Code No. PS-701 Name of Course Advanced Course: Research Methodology Ser 2 Code No. PS-712 Name of Course Advanced Seminar on Afghanistan

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3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 PS-702 PS-703 PS-704 PS-705 PS-706 PS-707 PS-708 PS-709 PS-710 PS-711 Advanced Course: Theories of War and Peace Advanced Course: Contemporary Conflict Resolution Advanced Course: Globalization and Conflict Advanced Course: Peace and Security in South Asia Advanced Course: Regionalism & Regional Integration Advanced Course: Arms Control and Disarmament Advanced Seminar: Political Economy of Peace and Conflict Advanced Seminar: Perspectives on Terrorism Advanced Seminar: Kashmir Dispute and its Resolution Advanced Seminar: Civil Society and Political Change 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 PS-713 PS-714 PS-715 PS-716 PS-717 PS-718 PS-719 PS-720 PS-721 PS-722 Advanced Seminar on India Advanced Seminar on National Security Issues Advanced Seminar: International Society and World Political Order Advanced Seminar: Contemporary Issues in Peace and Conflict Advanced Seminar: Conflict Resolution Practices Advanced Seminar: Mediation and Negotiation Advanced Seminar: Religion, Culture and Conflict Advanced Seminar: Media and Conflict Advanced Seminar: Theories of International Relations Advanced Seminar: Foreign Policy Analysis

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Department of Strategic & Nuclear Studies (SNS)

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

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MSc - S&NS
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 5 7 9 11 Code No. SNS-501 SNS-502 SNS-503 SNS-504 SNS-505 SNS-506 Name of Course Introduction to Strategic Studies Evolution and Development of Strategic Thought Introduction to War: Theory and Conduct Theories of IR Research Methodology Strategy: Concept, Process and Formulation Ser 2 4 6 8 10 Code No. SNS-507 SNS-508 SNS-509 SNS-510 SNS-511 Name of Course Political Economy & Economics of Defence Arms Control and Disarmament Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime Evolution and Dimensions of Nuclear Strategy and Deterrence Theory Introduction to Strategic Stability in South Asia

Optional Courses
Ser 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Code No. SNS-513 SNS-514 SNS-515 SNS-516 SNS-517 SNS-518 SNS-519 SNS-520 SNS-521 SNS-522 SNS-523 SNS-524 Name of Course Evolution and Dimensions of Modern Strategy Role of Nuclear Weapons in the Contemporary Intl System Theory and Practice of Nuclear Command and Control National Power: Its Concept, Elements and Evaluation Scenario Building: Planning and Simulation Exercises Conflict and Crisis Management Programs and Policies of the Nuclear Weapon States (Case Study) Institutional and Structural Dimensions of Non-Proliferation Regime Strategic Decision Making and Policy formulation Nuclear Energy and Environmental Issues Introduction to National and International Security Nuclear Technology and Weapons Ser 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 Code No. SNS-535 SNS-536 SNS-537 SNS-538 SNS-539 SNS-540 SNS-541 SNS-542 SNS-543 SNS-544 SNS-545 SNS-546 Name of Course International Politics Post - 1945 Terrorism Studies Irregular and Asymmetric Warfare WMD- Chemical & Biological Weapons Nuclear Weapon Free Zones Nuclear Delivery Systems Missile and Space Programs BMD Systems: Technology and Politics Counter Proliferation South Asian Security Issues Middle Eastern Security Issues East Asian Security Issues

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36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 SNS-525 SNS-526 SNS-527 SNS-528 SNS-529 SNS-530 SNS-531 SNS-532 SNS-533 SNS-534 Strategic Culture Power: Policy, Strategy & Doctrine Strategic Dimension of International Coalitions, Alliances & Organizations-Nato,UN Introduction to Civil Military Relations Development of Air Strategy and Air Warfare Development of Naval Strategy and Naval Warfare International Humanitarian Law and use of force Information and Psychological Warfare and Operations Energy Security Traditional & Non Traditional Security Paradigms 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 SNS-547 SNS-548 SNS-549 SNS-550 SNS-551 SNS-552 SNS-553 SNS-554 SNS-512 Central Asian Security Issues European Security Issues Latin American Security Issues North American Security Issues Writing and Communication Skills Dynamics of Afghan Conflict & Its Implications Contemporary Disarmament Initiatives Revolution in Military Affairs/Technology/Warfare Thesis

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

M.Phil - S&NS
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 Code No. SNS-601 SNS-602 Name of Course Contemporary Strategic Studies Nuclear Deterrence and Strategic Stability Ser 2 4 Code No. SNS-603 SNS-604 Name of Course Advanced Research Methodology (Statistical Analysis in Social Science Research) Thesis

Optional Courses
Ser 5 7 9 11 Code No. SNS-605 SNS-606 SNS-607 SNS-608 Name of Course Strategic Decision Making (Theory & Practice) Seminar on Strategic Doctrine, Policy and Strategy Seminar on Role of Nuclear Weapons in Foreign & Defence Policies Non-proliferation, Arms Control and International Security Ser 6 8 10 12 Code No. SNS-617 SNS-618 SNS-619 SNS-620 Name of Course Terrorism and Counter Terrorism Studies Revolution in Strategic Affairs US Nuclear Strategy in the 21 Century Insurgency and Counter Insurgency
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13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 SNS-609 SNS-610 SNS-611 SNS-612 SNS-613 SNS-614 SNS-615 SNS-616 Seminar on Contemporary Nuclear Issues Dynamics of Strategic Stability in South Asia Nuclear Politics in the Middle East Global Nuclear Politics: Contemporary Trends and Issues BMD: Contemporary Architectures and Issues Comparative Strategic Cultures Civil-Military Relations in South Asia International Energy Security 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 SNS-621 SNS-622 SNS-623 SNS-624 SNS-625 SNS-626 SNS-627 Contemporary Nuclear Strategy Strategic Crisis Simulation and Management Contemporary International Political Economy Strategic Policies of the Great Powers: Case Study th Irregular, 5 Generation and Non-Kinetic Warfare Traditional and Non-Traditional Approaches to National Security South Asia: Defense and Security Policies

Ph.D - S&NS
Ser 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 Code No. SNS-701 SNS-702 SNS-703 SNS-704 SNS-705 SNS-706 SNS-707 SNS-708 SNS-709 SNS-710 SNS-711 SNS-712 SNS-713 Name of Course Seminar on National Security Contemporary Nuclear Strategy Strategic Dynamics of South Asia Research Colloquium (Directed Studies) Contemporary Strategic Studies Nuclear Deterrence and Strategic Stability Strategic Decision Making (Theory & Practice) Seminar on Strategic Doctrine, Policy and Strategy South Asia: Defense and Security Policies Non-proliferation, Arms Control and International Security Seminar on Contemporary Nuclear Issues Civil-Military Relations in South Asia Nuclear Politics in the Middle East Ser 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 Code No. SNS-718 SNS-719 SNS-720 SNS-721 SNS-722 SNS-723 SNS-724 SNS-725 SNS-726 SNS-727 SNS-728 SNS-729 SNS-730 Name of Course International Energy Security Global Nuclear Politics: Contemporary Trends and Issues Revolution in Strategic Affairs Insurgency and Counter Insurgency Strategic Crisis Simulation and Management Contemporary International Political Economy Strategic Policies of the Great Powers: Case Study Seminar on Role of Nuclear Weapons in Foreign & Defence Policies Traditional and Non-Traditional Approaches to National Security Dynamics of Strategic Stability in South Asia US Nuclear Strategy in the 21 Century Military and Diplomatic History Conflict and Security Analysis
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27 29 31 33 SNS-714 SNS-715 SNS-716 SNS-717 Irregular, 5 Generation and NonKinetic Warfare BMD: Contemporary Architectures and Issues Comparative Strategic Cultures Terrorism and Counter Terrorism Studies
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SNS-731 SNS-732 SNS-733

Advanced Research Seminar on Contemporary Strategic Issues Advanced Terrorism Studies Great Power Politics

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Department of International Relations (IR)

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

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

MSc -IR
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 5 7 9 Code No. IR-501 IR-502 IR-503 IR-504 IR-505 Name of Course Theories of International Relations International Relations Since 1945 Introduction to International Law Politics of International Economic Relations Dimensions of Modern Strategy Ser 2 4 6 8 10 11 Code No. IR-506 IR-507 IR-508 IR-512-A IR-523 IR-553 Name of Course Foreign Policy of Pakistan Foreign Policy Analysis Research Methodology International Organizations South Asia in World Politics Communication and Writing Skills

Optional Courses Group A: International Politics

Ser 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Code No. IR-509-A IR-510-A IR-511 IR-513 IR-514 IR-515 IR-516 Name of Course Diplomacy: Theory and Practice Foreign Policies of Major Powers Major Global Issues and International Politics Politics of Developing Countries Contemporary Muslim World Comparative Politics Human Rights in International Relations Ser 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 Code No. IR-565 IR-571 IR-572 IR-573 IR-574 IR-575 IR-576 Name of Course Rise and Fall of State Sovereignty The Role of Non-State Actors in International Relations Evolution of Strategic Thought Globalization and International Politics in the contemporary World State and Society in the Developing World State and Society in the Developed World Environmental Issues and International Politics

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26 28 30 32 34 36 38 IR-517 IR-518 IR-519 IR-569 IR-521 IR-522 IR-563 International Politics of Environment Gender and Development in International Relations Diplomatic History of Europe Seminar on Selected Current Issues in International Politics Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies IR Since 1648-1945 Feminism and International Relations 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 IR-577 IR-578 IR-579 IR-580 IR-581 IR-582 IR-583 Energy Politics in the Contemporary World Scenario Building and Policy-Making Arms Control and Disarmament Introduction to Comparative Political Thoughts Dynamics of Emerging threats to International Security Seminar on Selected Issues in International Politics Non-Traditional Security Threats

Group B: Area Study

Ser 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 Code No. IR-524 IR-526 IR-527 IR-528 IR-529 IR-530 IR-531 IR-532 IR-533 IR-534 IR-535 IR-536 IR-537 IR-538 IR-539 Name of Course Foreign Policy of India Politics and Foreign Policy of Afghanistan Politics and Foreign Policy of Iran Politics and Foreign Policy of Turkey Politics and Foreign Policy of Middle East Politics and Foreign Policy of Asia-Pacific Region Introduction to Politics of Africa International Politics of America International Politics of South America International Politics of North America Political Dynamics of Central Asia Politics of East Asia Seminar on Regional Issues/Politics Politics of Pakistan Politics of India Ser 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 Code No. IR-540 IR-584 IR-585 IR-586 IR-555 IR-587 IR-558 IR-560 IR-561 IR-562 IR-566 IR-570 IR-588 IR-589 IR-590 Name of Course Regional Cooperation in South Asia Emerging Regimes in IR Regionalism: Dynamics and Diplomacy Foreign and Security Policies of China State and Society of China Dynamics of National Security in the Post Cold War Era Global Terrorism Politics and Foreign Policy of GCC Politics and Foreign Policy of Maghrib Political Psychology American Foreign Policy European History and Politics: 18151945 Politics of Asia-Pacific Region Security Policy of India Small States in International Politics

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Group C: International Law and Organization
Ser 70 72 74 76 78 80 Code No. IR-545 IR-546 IR-547 IR-548 IR-549 IR-568 Name of Course Use of Force in International Law UN Role in International Politics International Humanitarian Law Human Rights Law International Environmental Law Migration, Urbanization and IDPs Ser 71 73 75 77 79 Code No. IR-551 IR-552 IR-559 IR-556 IR-567 Name of Course Conflict and Conflict Resolution Seminar on Issues Relating to International Law &Organizations International Refugee Law Regional Organizations of South Asia Law of the Sea and Air Space Law

M.Phil -IR
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 Code No. IR- 601 IR- 635 Name of Course Advanced Course on Theories of International Relations Advanced Course on Research Methodology Ser 2 4 Code No. IR- 607 IR-699 Name of Course Contemporary Global Issues M.Phil Dissertation

Optional Courses
Ser 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 Code No. IR- 636 IR- 604 IR- 637 IR- 638 IR- 608 IR- 609 IR- 610 IR- 613 Name of Course International Political Economy Conflict and Cooperation in South Asia Foreign Policies of Great Powers (USA, Russia and China) Evolution of Strategic Thought International Security Foreign Policy Analysis War and Peace in International System Foreign Policy of Pakistan Ser 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Code No. IR- 643 IR- 644 IR- 645 IR- 646 IR- 647 IR- 648 IR- 649 IR- 650 Name of Course Seminar on Contemporary South Asian Security Issues Changing Dynamics of the International System Politics of Energy and Water in Contemporary World Politics and Policies of Emerging Powers Historic and Contemporary Geopolitics Globalization: Impacts on State and Society in the contemporary world Politics of the Asia-Pacific Energy Security: Diplomacy and Politics

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21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 IR- 639 IR- 618 IR- 619 IR- 640 IR- 641 IR- 642 IR- 625 IR- 626 IR- 628 IR- 631 IR- 632 IR- 633 Regional Economic Cooperation Human Rights in International Relations Environmental Politics Contemporary Trends in International law Seminar on Politics of Middle East Religion and Politics in the Contemporary World Dynamics of National Security Terrorism in Contemporary World Politics of Indian Ocean South Asia in World Politics US Role in Global Politics EU in World Politics 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 IR- 651 IR- 652 IR- 653 IR- 654 IR- 655 IR- 656 IR- 657 IR- 658 IR- 659 IR- 660 IR- 661 Changing Nature of State in the Contemporary International System Energy, Security and Environmental Politics in South Asia Politics of Energy and Environment in Developing Countries International Law and Global Security Strategy in War and Peace International Security Policy Human Security in the Contemporary World Seminar Course on International Organizations Civil Liberties And State Sovereignty In The Contemporary World Seminar on International Politics of Central Asia Human Rights in World Politics

Ph.D -IR
Core Courses
Ser 1 3 Code No. IR- 702 IR- 710 Name of Course Advanced Course on Research Methodology Advanced Course on Theories of International Relations Ser 2 4 Code No. IR- 711 IR-799 Name of Course Foreign Policies of Major Powers Doctoral Dissertation

Optional Courses
Ser 5 7 9 11 Code No. IR- 709 IR- 703 IR- 706 IR- 707 Name of Course Dynamics of Security in International Relations Dynamics of National Security Seminar Course on Kashmir Contemporary Conflict Resolution Ser 6 8 10 12 Code No. IR- 719 IR- 720 IR- 721 IR- 722 Name of Course Seminar Course on Comparative Politics and Political Systems of the World The Role of International Financial Institutions in International Politics Seminar Course on Foreign Policies of Major Powers Seminar Course on Defense Policies of Major Powers

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13 15 17 19 21 23 25 IR- 712 IR- 713 IR- 714 IR- 715 IR- 716 IR- 717 IR- 718 Contemporary Global Issues Globalization, Modern State And Society International Environmental Politics Advance Course on NonTraditional Security Threats State, Non-State Actors and International System Seminar Course on International Political Economy Issues in Pakistans Foreign Policy: Seminar Course 14 16 18 20 22 24 IR- 723 IR- 724 IR- 725 IR- 726 IR- 727 IR- 728 Seminar Course on National Security Policies of Emerging Powers Dynamics of Modern Diplomacy Changing Dynamics of the International System Diplomacy and Use of force in International System Seminar on Selected Issues of National Security Non Traditional Security Threats in International Politics

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National Defence University, Islamabad Important Extracts from Rules & Regulations:
Duration: Program M.Sc M.Phil Ph.D Min 4 Semesters (2 Years) 4 Semesters (2 Years) 6 Semesters (3 Years) Max 6 Semesters (3 Years) 6 Semesters (3 Years) 10 Semesters (5 Years) Total Cr. Hrs 66 Cr. Hrs. 24+12 = 36 Cr. Hrs. 20 + Thesis

Examination: 1. A student shall be evaluated in each course on the basis of quizzes, class assignments, midterm and final term examinations. 40% marks shall be reserved for quizzes, class assignments, midterm tests and 60% marks for the final term examinations. 2. The terminal examinations will be held at the end of each semester on the dates to be fixed by the Controller of Examinations in consultation with the HoDs/centers/colleges. 3. A Seminar Course offered by a dept shall/shall not be subject to final term examinations. A Seminar Course may be marked /graded by the teacher concerned on the basis of students performance in the course. The same will be conveyed to the Controller of Examinations for the purpose of record and notification of result accordingly. 4. A student shall be eligible to appear in the terminal examinations provided that:a. he/she has been on the rolls of the University during that semester; b. has registered himself/herself for the courses of study, and has attended, not less than 80% of the lectures/seminars delivered to his/her class in each course. c. has paid all the University dues including tuition fee and other charges, etc, by commencement of the semester. d. In case a student joins a course after it has started, he/she will be responsible for any missed quizzes, assignments and lectures. The marks in missed quizzes, assignments etc., will be considered ZERO while make-up tests, and assignments etc., can be arranged in consultation with the teacher concerned and Head of the Department. Change/Drop of Courses: 1. A student may change or drop course(s) or convert a credit course into a non-credit course, or vice-versa, within 15 days from the date of commencement of a semester on the recommendations of the teacher(s) and the Head of the Department concerned. The Head of Dept may allow registration/change or drop of course(s) after the due dates subject to the payment of late fee of Rs.500 per course. 2. No registration or change of course(s) shall be allowed after 22 days from the date of commencement of the semester. 3. No drop of course(s) or change of a non-credit course to credit course or of a credit course to a non-credit course shall be allowed after 30 days from the date of commencement of the semester. 4. A student dropping all the registered courses or choosing not to register in any course during a semester will deem to have dropped the semester. Courses withdrawn before the mid-semester examination will not be recorded.

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5. Courses withdrawn three weeks before the commencement of the final examination will be recorded on the transcript with a grade W after which withdrawal of the course will not be allowed. 6. A student on the recommendations of HoD concerned and the Dean, Faculty of Contemporary Studies and subject to approval of the President NDU may change from one department to another department within 15 days after the commencement of the semester. This concession shall be applicable to the students of the first semester only. Promotion: 1. The minimum pass marks for each course shall be 50%. A student obtaining less than 50% marks in any course shall be deemed to have failed in that course. 2. If a student fails to appear in the final term examination in a course(s) on medical or any other reasons, he/she shall be treated as absent and failed, and be awarded F grade . Such a student shall be required to appear in the final term examination in the subsequent semester in the subjects in which he/she was allowed an F grade. 3. A student shall repeat the compulsory and optional courses in which he/she failed, as soon as the course(s) are offered next. He has to re-register in the course (s) in which failed and has to attend at least 80 % lectures and has to pay prescribed charges per course for registration in that course(s). 4. No student shall be allowed to continue his/her studies beyond six semesters (except PhD) under any circumstances. 5. Grading grid. 90% and above A+ 80% to 89.99% A 70% to 79.99% B+ 65% to 69.99% B 60% to 64.99% C+ 50% to 59.99% C Below 50% F Discipline: The following, among others, shall constitute acts of indiscipline cognizable under University regulations:1. Violation of public morals, such as the use of indecent and filthy language; undesirable remarks and gestures; acts of moral turpitude: disorderly behavior like abusing, quarrelling, fighting, insolence towards others use of force. 2. Indulgence in acts which may cause insult or physical injury to the students, teachers, officers, staff of the University or any other person. 3. Defiance of a University Authority. 4. Spreading by word of mouth or written material religious, sectarian, ethnic, regional or linguistic conflicts/hatred. 5. Impersonation, giving false information, willful suppression of information, cheating or deceiving. 6. Possession, carrying or use of any type of weapons/fire-arms or explosive material within the university premises. 7. Damaging any University property, including building, equipment, vehicle, etc. in any manner.

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8. Using any University property, including building, equipment, vehicle, etc, without lawful authority. 9. Sale, distribution or consumption of intoxicants on the campus. 10. Use of student organizations for furthering the cause of a political party. 11. Circulation by word of mouth or in written form material derogatory to Pakistan, Armed Forces of Pakistan, Islam or any other religion. 12. Allowing or abetting entry to the premises of the University of expelled students or anti-social elements. 13. Obstructing the functioning of the University or causing disruption of teaching/research/other activities. Minor Penalties/Punishments Censuring or warning in writing. Probation for a specific period. A fine which may amount up to Rs. 1000/-. Withholding of a certificate of good moral character. Deprivation from the benefits/privileges enjoyed by the student(s) of the University. Withholding of Examination Results. Major Penalties/Punishments Fine commensurate with nature and extent of misconduct to a maximum of Rs.5000/- . Cancellation of hostel accommodation. Cancellation of financial benefits/concessions. Suspension of admission and ban on entry in the premises of the University for a specific period. Cancellation of examination results. Rustication from the University for a specific period and ban on entry into the University Campus. Expulsion from the University and ban on entry into the University campus.

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National Defence University, Islamabad Financials:

Fee /Dues Structure for M.Sc, M.Phil, Ph.D Fee /Dues Structure for Local/Pakistani FCS Students Fee Outline for Local/Pakistani Students Sr# 1 2 3 Fee Description Admission Charges (One Time) Semester Charges Thesis Fee M.Sc (Rs) 40,000 25,000x4 10,000 M.Phil (Rs) 50,000 30,000x4 20,000 Ph.D (Rs) 50,000 30,000x6 30,000

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

Fee /Dues Structure for International FCS Students Fee Outline for Foreigner FCS Students Sr# 1 2 3 Fee Description Admission Charges (One Time) Semester Charges Thesis Fee Total Fee for Entire 2/3 Years Program M.Sc ($) 500 1,000x4 250 4,750 M.Phil ($) 625 1,250x4 750 6,375 Ph.D ($) 750 1,500x6 2,000 11,750

Registration & Exam Charges for Additional Courses/Improvement/Repetition Cases Registration/Exam Charges for Additional Courses/Improvement/Repetition Cases M.Sc M.Phil Ph.D Sr# Fee Description (Rs/$) (Rs/$) (Rs/$) 1 Pakistani FCS Students 4,500 6,000 6,000 2 International FCS Students 60 75 75 Change in Fee Structure (if any) shall be applicable to all the students of the University. Fee Refund Policy: As per directives of HEC

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National Defence University, Islamabad Transportation:

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

Route-I Stop Departure from NDU Double Road / 9th Ave Pindora Chungi Khayaban-e-sir syed Pirwadahi Dhokh Hasu Stop Westridge III (IJP Road) Piwadhai More (Peshawar Road) Chur Chowk Qasim Market (Peshawar Road) 22 No. Chungi Dawoo Terminal Kohinor Mills Stop Golra Chowk Islamabad Chowk Nust Chowk G 11 Markaz Via Sachal Road Ibn-e Sina Road G 10 Markaz Via Swan Road Karachi Company PRC Chowk F 8/2 Service Road Shaheen Chowk NDU Time Mor Eve 07:00 13:30 07:10 15:00 07:15 14:50 07:15 14:45 07:20 14:45 07:22 14:40 07:25 14:35 07:30 14:30 07:35 14:25 07:40 14:20 07:50 14:15 07:53 14:10 08:00 14:05 08:10 14:00 08:15 13:55 08:25 13:50 08:22 13:48 08:30 13:45 08:35 13:40 08:40 15:10 08:45 15:15 08:48 15:15 08:55 15:20 Stop

Route-II Time Mor Eve 06:45 13:30 06:47 13:32 06:50 13:35 07:00 13:50 08:25 14:30 08:20 14:20 08:05 14:15 07:35 14:00 07:45 14:00 07:50 14:00 07:50 14:30 07:15 14:45 07:10 14:45 07:05 14:50 08:45 15:00 08:50 15:15 08:55 15:20

Departure from NDU Shaheen Chowk PRC Chowk Jinnah Avenue Islamabad Express Way Khannapul Gulzar-e-Quaid Airport Chowk Ammar Chowk Scheme III Adyala Road, RWP Rawal Road Chandni Chowk Double Road/ I-8/3 PRC Chowk Shaheen Chowk Return to NDU

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Library

Founded in 1970, the National Defence University Library Islamabad, over the years progressed and expanded significantly. It is now one of the well organized academic cum research libraries of the defence institutions and the capital as well. Its collection is a blend of books, research papers, professional journals, newspaper clippings and digital databases. The library is stocked with 70,000 books, professional journals and other materials on subjects of interest including military history, defence and security studies, nuclear studies, international relations, peace and conflict studies, governance and public policy, economics, politics, international relations, Pakistan affairs, Islam, etc. The books have been classified using Dewey Decimal Classification Scheme (DDC). By virtue of its dynamic and user friendly services, the library is playing vital role in research support activities. The effective practices of acquisition, organization and dissemination of information have been highly valuable in extension of services to the researchers.

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NDU Publications NDU Journal Annually Margalla Papers Annually ISSRA Papers Biannually Journal of Contemporary Studies Annually NDU Monograph Quarterly Special Publications Post Seminar, Workshops Reports, Manuals & News letters

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