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Associate Degree in Arts

Department of Art & Design
2 years 4 semesters 72 credit hours Maximum 4 years

Program overview

The Associate Degree in Arts (AD Arts) is a two-year foundational program that offers a broad-based education in humanities and social sciences. The curriculum includes subjects such as Pakistan Studies, Sociology, English, Urdu, Humanities, International Relations, Political Science, Education, Library & Information Sciences, Sports Sciences & Physical Education, and elective courses based on student interests. The program aims to develop strong communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills. AD Arts serves as a solid foundation for higher studies or entry-level careers. Graduates can pursue roles in education, administration, content writing, community services, and various public and private sector organizations.

Eligibility

  • Candidates holding an Intermediate certificate with at least 45% marks, or A-Levels with an equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad, or an equivalent certificate from a recognized institution, are eligible to apply.

  • Candidates need to pass an entry test or an aptitude interview conducted by the University.

Documents required

  • Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
  • Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
  • Applicant CNIC / Form B
  • Father/Guardian CNIC
  • Domicile
  • 04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
  • NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
  • Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

 

Program Objectives:

  • To furnish students with a comprehensive understanding across multiple disciplines within the arts, establishing a robust academic foundation.
  • To equip students with a breadth of knowledge in various arts subjects, adequately exposing them to diverse disciplines.
 

Program Outcomes:

  • Graduates will be adept at merging insights and competencies from the two distinct streams of arts covered in the program, enabling them to tackle intricate challenges through diverse viewpoints.
  • Graduates will gain a holistic grasp of the fundamental principles and conceptual framework of two specified streams of arts, empowering them to adapt to emerging trends and interdisciplinary partnerships.
  • Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in critically evaluating and synthesizing information from the two focal areas of arts, fostering effective communication and innovative problem-solving across academic and creative domains.

Fee Structure

Program Duration (Years)

2

No. of Semesters

4

Admission Fee (One Time)

5,000

Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee

10,000

Tuition Fee (Per Sem)

15,000

Security (Refundable)

5,000

Sem-1 Fee

35,000

Sem-2 Fee

25,000

Sem-3 Fee

25,000

Sem-4 Fee

25,000

Total Program Fee

110,000

 

Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.

Scheme of study

Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.

Semester 17 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
GS 123Islamic Studies2-0
GS 141Value, Ethics & Society2-0
GE 112Introduction to Philosophy3-0
ENG 101Functional Communication (English-I)3-0
—Elective 1 of Stream 13-0
—Elective 2 of Stream 13-0
—Elective 3 of Stream 13-0
Semester 27 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
GS 128Pakistan Studies2-0
GS 103Ecosystem3-0
IT 107Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)2-1
MA 100Mathematics-I (Pre-Calculus)3-0
—Elective 1 of Stream 23-0
—Elective 2 of Stream 23-0
—Elective 3 of Stream 23-0
Semester 38 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
GE 202Civics and Community Engagement2-0
GE 201Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan2-0
MA 210Introduction to Statistics3-0
QT 101Understanding of Holy Quran-I (only for Muslims)0-1
MR 101Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-I (only for Non-Muslims)1-0
—Elective 4 of Stream 13-0
—Elective 5 of Stream 13-0
—Elective 6 of Stream 13-0
Semester 46 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
MGT 270Entrepreneurship3-0
ENG 209Academic Writing3-0
GS 324Sociology3-0
—Elective 4 of Stream 23-0
—Elective 5 of Stream 23-0
—Elective 6 of Stream 23-0
Electives (Art & Design)7 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
AD 101Elements & Principles of Design1-2
AD 105Basic Drawing0-2
AD 104Color Theory2-1
AD 103Drawing Techniques0-2
AD 108Basic Drafting0-2
AD 109History of Art3-0
AD 201Material & Models0-2
Electives (Education)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
EDU 206Classroom Management3-0
EDU 110Guidance and Counseling3-0
EDU 202Development of Education in Pakistan3-0
EDU 234School Community and Teacher3-0
EDU 101Child Development3-0
EDU 105Foundations of Education3-0
Electives (English)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
ELL 100History of English Literature3-0
ELL 204Introduction to Morphology3-0
ELL 209Psycholinguistics3-0
ELL 105Introduction to Language Studies3-0
ELL 113Introduction to English Literature3-0
ELL 211Literary Theory & Practical Criticism3-0
Electives (International Relations)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
IR 101Basic Factors in International Relations3-0
IR 103History of International Relations 1648-19453-0
IR 105Theories of International Relations3-0
IR 202Introduction to Political Geography3-0
IR 204International Politics of South Asia3-0
IR 206Research Methodology3-0
Electives (Library & Information Sciences)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
LIS 101Information Library & Society3-0
LIS 122Introduction to Classification3-0
LIS 124Introduction to Cataloguing3-0
LIS 109Management of Library & Information Center3-0
LIS 107Evaluation of Libraries & Information Sources3-0
LIS 105Basic References to Information Sources3-0
Electives (Pakistan Studies)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
PS 101Political & Constitutional Development in Pakistan (1947-1988)3-0
PS 103Genesis of Pakistan Movement (1857-1947)3-0
PS 105Foreign Policy of Pakistan3-0
PS 202Political & Constitutional Development in Pakistan (1988-2018)3-0
PS 204Muslim Reformist Movements in Indo-Pak Subcontinent3-0
PS 206The Status of Human Rights in Pakistan3-0
Electives (Physical Education)7 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
SSS 101Philosophical Basis of Physical Education3-0
SSS 102Anatomy & Physiology3-0
SSS 103Rules and Techniques of Games3-0
SSS 104Rules & Techniques of Track and Field3-0
SSS 207Techniques and Teaching of Games (Practical)0-2
SSS 114Techniques and Teaching of Gymnastics (Practical)0-1
SSS 214Techniques and Teaching of Track & Field (Practical)0-2
Electives (Political Science)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
POL 101Introduction to Political Science3-0
POL 103Political Systems of UK, USA, France3-0
POL 105Political Systems of India, Iran, China & Turkey3-0
POL 202Western Political Thoughts3-0
POL 204Muslim Political Thoughts3-0
POL 206Pakistan Movement3-0
Electives (Psychology)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
PSY 101Introduction to Psychology3-0
PSY 103History of Psychology3-0
PSY 105Schools of Psychology3-0
PSY 202Educational Psychology3-0
PSY 204Experimental Psychology3-0
PSY 206Introduction to Social Psychology3-0
Electives (Sociology)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
SGY 101Introduction to Sociology3-0
SGY 103Development of Social Thoughts3-0
SGY 105Sociological Theories3-0
SGY 202Pakistani Society and Culture3-0
SGY 204Introduction to Social Work3-0
SGY 206Introduction to Social Research3-0
Electives (Urdu)6 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
URD 100Nazm o Nasr-e-Urdu (Awal)3-0
URD 105Iqbaliyat Adab (Awal)3-0
URD 108Asnaaf-e-Sukhan (Ghazal, Qaseeda, Marsiya)3-0
URD 106Urdu Zaban o Adab ki Ibtida3-0
URD 110Adab aur Nazariyat3-0
URD 112Jadeed Urdu3-0

Centers offering this program

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