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Message from the Vice Chancello i Biochemistry 19Message from the Director EveningProgra

ii Biotechnology Botany

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University OfficialAdmission Schedule

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Chemistry

Computer Science

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Introductio

Environmental Studies Food Science & Technology Health, Physical Education &

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The Journey Begins Here 1 Sports Sciences 26 The Karachi University Degree Evening Program

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3 Mathematical Sciences Microbiology

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General Information 4 Petroleum Technology Physics

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System of Studies 5 Physiology 31Instructions for InternationalStudents

5 Statistics Zoology

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Admission Policy 6Admission Form 8 Faculty of Social Sciences

Arabic 34

Faculty of Education Economics 35 Education Special Education

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10 English General History

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International R elations 38Faculty of Law Library and Inf. Science

Mass Communication39

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School of Law11

Persian Psychology41

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Faculty of Management andAdministrative Sciences

Sociology Social Work

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Karachi U niversity Business School 12 Urdu 45 Commerce 13 Womens Studies 46 Public Administration 14

Table - I (MastersPrograms) 47Faculty of Pharmacy Table - II (Bachelors Programs) 48

Pharmaceutics 15 Table - III (Diploma Programs) 54Table - IV (Certificate Programs) 54

Faculty of Science Procedure of Admission for Agriculture & Agribusiness

ManagementSelected Candidates 56

16 Table - V (Fee Structure) 58 Applied Chemistry & Table - VI (Last year closing percentages) 61

Chemical T echnology Applied Physics

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Directorate of Evening ProgramUniversity of Karachi

Prof. Dr. Abid Hasnain Director

MESSAGE

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the students who wish to get admission inthis august institution.

University of Karachi is one of the oldest and highly renowned institutions in Pakistan and

has worldwide recognition. The higher education through evening program is an

opportunity for those who due to any reason may not continue their education. Thus, the

Evening Program with highly qualified and dedicated faculty members and supporting

staff provide them an excellent opportunity to excel in the fields of their interest.

We have a very good reputation during the last 19 years and I sincerely hope that with thesupport and cooperation of the faculty members we will be able to produce the best

graduates in all disciplines who will serve the country with pride and honour.

I wish the new entrants a very bright and successful future.

Prof. Dr. Abid HasnainDirector


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University of Karachi

Prof. Dr. Muhammad QaiserVice Chancellor

MESSAGE

I welcome all the keen seekers of admission to the University of Karachi, who can secure admission in thedesired department by satisfying the specific criteria. I find it important to highlight that theUniversity of Karachi is untiringly struggling to promote higher education in the region. Due to this fact,University of Karachi stands in the list of top 200 Universities in Asia. Nevertheless, this journey of rapiddevelopment does not limit itself to the current international ranking only; we are rather trying veryhard to take our Alma Mater to the list of top ten universities in the World. In this relation, extensivedevelopmental work is being carried out in every sphere of the University, be it academic or administrative.

Our teaching and research is on a par with the international standards and address issues that have a globalimpact. Despite acute financial crises, the facilities that the University provides make the learning

process easier and interesting. In short, we are fervently trying to raise a well-educated, professionally

skilled and technically advanced new generation in Pakistan.

It is a matter of pride for me that the name of University of Karachi is a guarantee for absolute success andleadership in every field. This has been possible because of its alumni who are serving at outstanding

positions at all levels of societal and professional brilliance.

As far as the admissions 2015 are concerned, I must say that we follow very strict merit criteria foradmission in all the departments. Self-finance seats are introduced for the prospective students but eventhere the basic merit criteria are not compromised.

I wish best of luck to all those who wish to join University of Karachi for further studies and ensure that

merit is given the first priority at University of Karachi.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad QaiserVice-Chancellor


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UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS

Designation Name Tel. No

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Qaiser 99261336-7Registrar Prof. Dr. Moazzam Ali Khan 99261344

Director Evening Program Prof. Dr. Abid Hasnain 99261574

Director Admissions Prof. Dr. Khalid M. Iraqi 99261376

Designation Name Ext. Direct

Deans of Faculties Faculty of Education Prof. Dr. Shagufta Shahzadi 2212 99261062

Faculty of Law Prof. Dr. Moonis Ahmar 2260 99261362

Faculty of Management &

Administrative SciencesProf. Dr. Khalid M. Iraqi 2581 99261025

Faculty of Pharmacy Prof. Dr. Ghazala H. Rizwani 2259 99261367

Faculty of Science Prof. Dr. Abid Azhar 2255 99261077

Faculty of Social Sciences Prof. Dr. Moonis Ahmar 2260 99261362

Chairpersons

Agriculture & AgribusinessManagement Prof. Dr. Saleem Shahzad 2546

Applied Chemistry & Chemical Tech. Dr. Mehdi H. Kazmi 2279

Biochemistry Prof. Dr. Viqar Sultana 2371

Biotechnology Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kamal 2474Botany Prof. Dr. Ehtesham ul Haq 2288

Chemistry Prof. Dr. Syed Azhar Ali 2290

Commerce Prof. Dr. Tahir Ali 2213

Economics Professor Dr. Khalid Mustafa 2270

English Prof. Dr. M. Kaleem Raza Khan 2268

Food Science & Technology Prof. Dr. Abid Hasnain 2413

General History Ms. Shama Habib 2272

International Relations Prof. Dr. Shaikh Mutahir Ahmed 2274

Karachi University Business School Dr. Abdul Rehman Zaki 2386

Mass Communication Prof. Dr. Tahir Masood 2278

Mathematical Sciences Prof. Dr. Syed Arif Kamal 2293

Microbiology Prof. Dr. Aqeel Ahmed 2248

Persian Dr. Shahla Salim Noori 2280

Petroleum Technology Prof. Dr. Majeed Ullah Qadri 2418

Pharmaceutics Prof. Dr. Nighat Razvi 2252

Physics Prof. Dr. Shahid Mahmood 2250


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Designation Name Ext. Direct

Physiology Prof. Qamar Amin 2296

Psychology Dr. Anila Amber Malik 2283

Public Administration Prof. Dr. Akhtar Baloch 2383

Sociology Dr. Sobia Anis Shahzad 2286

Social Work Prof. Dr. Nasreen Aslam Shah 2284

Special Education Prof. Dr. Nasir Sulman 2212

Statistics Mr. Muhammad Aslam 2298

Urdu Prof. Dr. Zulqarnain Ahmed 2287

Zoology Prof. Dr. Rehana Yasmeen Farooq 2299

Incharges / Directors / Coordinators

Applied Physics Ms. Fareeda Farrukh 2258

Arabic Ms. Fatima Zainab 2273

Computer Science Mr. Badar Sami 2462

Education Dr. Rizwana Muneer 2267Environmental Studies Prof. Dr. Tariq Masood Ali Khan 2305

Health, Physical Education &

Sports SciencesDr. Basit Ansari 2263

Library & Information Science Dr. Muneera Nasreen 2249

School of Law Prof. Dr. Ghous Muhammad 2464

Women Studies Prof. Dr. Nasreen Aslam Shah 2441


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The U niversity University of Karachi emerged as a profoundnational institution imparting quality educationat the higher level When the Karachi UniversityAct was passed in 1950, it was establishedthrough parliament as a Federal University in1951. Later, in 1962 its status was redefined as a

University of the province of Sindh.

The University was initially housed in a congestedcompound of a few buildings situated at the oldPrinces Street near Civil Hospital. The pollutedand congested environment was not conducivefor the academic and research activities which isrequired for a quality output. Considering theneed, the authorities sanctioned a plot located onthe Country Club road (now university road)with an expanded area of 1279 acres of land.

Today, University of Karachi is enjoying the statusof a thriving and challenging academiccommunity, dedicated to excellence at all levels ofhigher education and research. This premierinstitution has emerged as a dynamic place whishkeeps pace with academic advances and changes inthe real world.

A number of scientists and scholars afflicted withthe University are working in important positionsboth within and outside Pakistan.

They have been acclaimed as active yetdedicated members of society who are strivingto bring positive change and development inthe intellectual mindset of the people ofPakistan.

Considering the increasing number of applicantsevery year, the University initiated its EveningProgram a few years ago at BS/Hons. andMasters Level. An independent Directorate ofEvening Program has been was set up in 1995to deal with the matters pertaining to studies inthe evening, including admissions. Academicsand administration.

At present, the University of Karachioffers BS / Hons, BA / B.Sc / BBA/BPA(Hons.) / BLIS and Masters Programs in sixdisciplines, which include, Faculties ofEducation, Law, Management & AdministrativeSciences, Pharmacy, Science and SocialSciences.

Being an affiliating and examining body,Karachi U niversity has granted affiliation toalmost 145 colleges and institutes. It conductsexamination of about 1,50,000 studentsstudying in these colleges/ institutes, preparestheir results and awards degrees.

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Keeping in view the growing demand of learningopportunities. University of Karachi initiated itsEvening Program in 1995. This program wasspecifically designed for those knowledge seekerswho like to continue education along with theirprofessional lives. Later, its facilities and academicand research output attracted other students aswell.

The evening program is based on a self-financebasis and offers Masters / BS Program in variousdisciplines of Science, Arts, Pharmacy andManagement & Administrative Sciences. In itsbeginning phase, the program was initiated in afew departments of the University but later many

other departments extended their facilities for thewell being of Pakistani youth and they now offerBS and Masters Program in their departments aswell. Some newly introduced subjects includeB.Ed., Masters in Administrative Sciences,Human Resource Management, PopulationSciences and postgraduate diploma courses inChild Psychology etc.It is note worthy that, under the able guidanceand leadership of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr.Muhammad Qaiser the graduates of the Eveningprogram where awarded degrees in the annualconvocation 2009. This way the students of theevening program stand in line with their morningfellows in terms of award of degrees as well. Allthe study courses conducted in the Eveningprogram are same as that of the morning program.

The courses are mostly taught by the same facultymembers who teach the students of morningprogram.

The timings of the program have been scheduledfrom 3:30 p.m. In departments where laboratoryexperiments are involved, it usually commences at3:30 p.m. while in others, teaching schedule isdecided by the department's management as perthe needs of the courses within the working hoursof the Evening Program. The timings of theprogram provide an excellent opportunity toindividuals, who are in-service and intend toimprove their academic qualifications, forenhancing their learning and career prospects.

The admission process begins by the end ofthe year through newspaper announcementsand classes for the first semester commencefrom January. During the holy month ofRamzan, the classes remain suspended.

There are two semesters in a year. Tuitionfee is charged in each semester.

Who Should Enroll ? All prospective students

wishing to join theUniversity immediately tohave an early start of theirhigher education.

In-Service candidates whoare keen to improve theirqualifications and skills.

Female students are

encouraged to enroll.Presently, nearly 40% girlsare studying in theEvening Program.

There is no restriction onthe year of passing, but thepre-requisite examinationmust have been passedfrom a recognizedInstitution / University.

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Students Affairs To look after students affairs, in general, and tosupervise their extra-curricular activities in

particular, an office of Advisor Students Affairsis situated at the first floor of the Administration

block. Teachers and the staff are available forthe students guidance. In order to help passing out students in securing

jobs and solve their practical problems, an officeof Students Guidance, Counseling andPlacement Bureau is also functioning at the firstfloor of a building facing Masjid-e-Ibrahim. TheBureau also conducts preparatory classes, everyyear, for those who wish to appear in the CSSexaminations or to develop proficiency in theEnglish language.

Transport facility is currently not available dueto financial constraints.

Discipline CommitteeA discipline committee has been constituted tomaintain law and order situation within thecampus and to ensure a proper academicenvironment. The Committee takes notice of thecases of infringement of law and order andundesirable activities at the campus, and takesdisciplinary action against the offenders. TheVice-Chancellor chairs this Committee while the

Advisor Students' Affairs is its membersecretary. The Committee meets several times ayear to review the prevailing law and ordersituation and other related matters and takeappropriate decisions.

Duration of CoursesThe duration of MBA in the University (EveningProgram) is three years (details given inTable-I ), B.S./B.A./B.B.A/B.Sc. is a four-year

program (details given in Table-II ), Diploma program is a one year program (details availablein Table-III ) whereas in some departments,certificate courses are also offered (detailsavailable in Table-IV ).

Libraries

Each department and institute at the campus hasits own seminar library that contains booksrelated to the subjects taught in the department.The main library Dr. Mahmud Husain Library issituated near administration block that providesfacility to consult thousands of books, journalsand other relevant publications.

M.Phil./Ph.D theses to students of variousdepartments of the University. LEJ DigitalLibrary is also available at the campus that can

be used by all the students to access a largenumber of books or journals on-line.

Co-Curricular ActivitiesThe University organizes different programs to

promote participation of its students in co-curricular activities. The schedule is announced

by the office of the Students Advisor. Sportsfacilities like grounds for Hockey, Cricket andFootball, courts for Squash, Badminton, Tennisand basketball are also available at the campus.

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The University follows the semester system.One academic year consists of two semesters(details available in the Academic Calendarshown at the beginning of this brochure). Astudent has to complete a total of 18 credit hoursduring one semester. However, in the Faculty ofPharmacy, the student has to complete 20 credithours.

After successful completion of four semesters, ifa student decides to leave the University or theDepartment, a B.A., B.Sc. and B.Com. (Pass)degree can be awarded on request. Similarly, aB.A., B.Sc. and B.Com. (Honors) degree can beawarded to the student who wishes to quit BS

program after successful completion of sixsemesters.

A student of BS will have to take two subsidiarysubjects besides a major subject and twelvecompulsory subjects in the Faculties of Arts,Islamic Studies and Science, and six in theFaculty of Management & Administrative

Sciences.

Students admitted in the University have to beconversant with the University rules and mustabide by them.

Rules governing attendance and promotion areof special importance. Under these rules:

1. Minimum attendance requirement to appearin the terminal examination of anysubject/course is 75%. For details please seeSemester Examination Rules, booklet,available at the University Book Shop.

2. A student will not be promoted to the nexthigher class unless he/she has cleared atleast 80% of the courses. Admissions tomasters program would not be grantedunless the student has cleared all the coursesof Bachelors Program. This rule is beingstrictly followed as per decision of theUniversity's Academic Council.

SYSTEM OF STUDIE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN STUDENTSForeign students are admitted to this University on nomination from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs andMinistry of Education, Government of Pakistan, subject to eligibility.

These students are required to complete the following additional courses.

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BS/Hons. students have to study a special English for Foreigners course in theFirst Year. This course is in addition to the English compulsory course taught at BS/Hons. level.

b) They are also required to complete a certificate course in Urdu Language for foreign studentsorganized by the Department of Urdu, University of Karachi.

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Admissions in Karachi University are grantedaccording to merit under K, S and P categories as approved by the AcademicCouncil. However, certain seats are reserved forChildren of Karachi University Teachers andEmployees and Disabled Persons. For reservedseats also merit is the only criterion.

Admissions on Merit Seats .

Since the number of applicants is much higherthan the number of available seats, under theUniversity rules, the applicants have beendivided into three categories i.e. K , S ,and P .

1. Category K refers to those applicants whohave passed their Secondary SchoolCertificate (SSC), Higher SecondaryCertificate (HSC) or equivalent, andgraduation degree from educationalinstitutions situated in Karachi and alsorecognized or affiliated by the University ofKarachi.

Five percent (5%) seats have been reservedfor applicants who have completed theirgraduation from other degree awardinginstitutions situated in Karachi andrecognized by the University of Karachi.

2. Category S refers to those applicants whohave passed at least one of the certificates(SSC or HSC) or degree examinations from

a recognized educational institution in theProvince of Sindh (excluding Karachi).

3. Category P refers to those applicants whohave passed at least one of the certificates(SSC or HSC) or degree examinations froma recognized educational institution outsidethe Province of Sindh or Pakistan.

Preference in admissions is given to K category candidates. In case seats are left vacant,S category candidates are considered. If seatsare still available then consideration is given toP category candidates.

Admission in the University are given strictlyas per above mentioned criteria of categories

Change of Category .

Candidates who fulfill the following conditionscan apply for change of category from S orP to K .

1. Those students whose father or motheris domiciled in Karachi, but who have

passed the pre-requisite examination,from abroad, conducted by anyregistered International Institution orany Pakistani Board or University, willhave to produce their fathers ormothers domicile certificate and copyof CNIC showing their permanentaddress in Karachi.

2. Students whose parents are employeesof the Federal or Sindh Government,Autonomous or Semi-autonomous

bodies, Government Corporations, orArmed Forces and have been posted inor transferred to Karachi during last 3(for BS (Hons.) program) or 5 years (forMasters program) will have to produce

the appointment letter or transfer letterof their father/mother together with theirapplication. Such candidates must havecompleted their further education, afterthe date of transfer or posting of theirfather/mother from educational instituteslocated in Karachi.

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3. 3% seats in each department will beallocated for those candidates who have

passed their pre-requisite examinationfrom a recognized educationalinstitution located outside Karachi but

they have their initial educationincluding Matric and Intermediate fromKarachi. Such candidates should haveKarachi P.R.C. and their parents shouldhave Domicile and CNIC showing their

permanent address in Karachi.Candidates below the age of 18 yearsare required to submit photocopy oftheir 'B'-Form.

4. A candidate who comes under S or Pcategory but she / he is married to a

permanent resident of Karachi shouldsubmit a copy of the Nikah-nama along with Domicile and CNIC of her /his spouse showing his / her permanentaddress in Karachi.

Application for Change of Category .

All such applicants who fulfill any of the criteriafor change of category to K described above,should attach with their forms an application on

plain paper for change of category together withthe required document mentioned above. At thetime of admission they will have to produce theoriginal and photo-copies of all the documents.

Admissions on Reserved Seats .

Some seats have been reserved for dependents ofKarachi University Employees and Disabled

persons. Candidates for admission to these seatsshould ensure that they meet the criterion ofeligibility for the University as well as theconcerned department. The candidates shallmention the type of reserved seats on top of theirform they are applying for.

Admission on Donor Seats .

University of Karachi offers admissions ondonor seats as well. Faculty wise amount(Per Seat) for donors is as follows.

S # Faculty Bachelors Masters

1.Faculty ofManagement &

Ad minist rat iv eSciences

Rs. 4,00,000/- Rs. 2,00,000/-

2.Faculty of SocialSciences, Law,Education, Science &Islamic Studies

Rs. 3,00,000/- Rs. 2,00,000/-

3. Faculty of Pharmacy Rs. 5,00,000/-

Conditions for Eligibility . Following are the conditions for eligibilitywhether applying on merit or reserved seats:

1. Admission will be granted as per eligibilitycriteria mentioned in the Table (I, II, III andIV).Grace / Condonation marks will not becounted. A student placed in 3 rd division orobtaining less than 45 per cent marks in the

pre-requisite examination cannot be admittedin the University.Candidates who have already completed theirgraduation are not eligible for admission toBS course in any department. Similarly,candidates who have completed MastersDegree Programs are not eligible to apply foradmission to evening program. If any suchcase comes to the notice, the student'sadmission will be cancelled, and legal actioncan be initiated against him / her.

2. Candidates seeking admission on the basis ofcertificates other than those given in theconditions of eligibility in Table (I, II, IIIand IV). should get the equivalence of theircertificates determined by the UniversityEquivalence Committee well before thescheduled date for announcement of


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admission list. Candidates passing O Level,A Level or other foreign certificates shouldalso get the equivalence of their grades andmarks determined by the University ofKarachi or IBCC before the scheduled date

otherwise their application shall not beentertained. Candidates possessing DAEcertificates are reminded that even after thedetermination of equivalence they will beconsidered for admission in only selecteddepartments which have been mentioned inthis booklet. They are instructed to attachtheir consolidated mark sheets with theadmission forms; otherwise their formswould not be entertained.Inadvertent admission of candidates fromnon-recognized institutions can becancelled at any time.

Eligibility for Admissions .

The number of merit seats in differentdepartments together with conditions ofeligibility is mentioned in Table (I, II, III andIV). The subjects whose study is a pre-requisitefor admission to different departments have also

been identified. Preference will be given to thosecandidates who had offered same subject inIntermediate / HSC for which they have appliedfor admission, except for those departmentswhere clarification in this regard has beenindicated in column of eligibility. However, incase of subjects such as International Relations,Mass Communication, Public Administrationwhich are not taught at intermediate level, otheralternative subjects have been mentioned in the

relevant column.

Admission Form .

The admission form and receipt/admitcard are enclosed with this booklet. Theapplicant is required to fill in the form.

Receipt, duly signed and stamped, shall be handed over to the applicant at thecounter where the admission form issubmitted.A candidate can apply for admission infour subjects of his / her choice. Thecandidate is advised to write subjects inorder of preferences in the space givenin the application form. Admission inthe subject / department shall beawarded on the basis of eligibility, meritand the number of seats available in thesubject / department.The powder photocopies of thefollowing documents must be attachedwith the admission form at the time ofsubmission.

One copy of CNIC

Two copies of Mark Sheets of 1 st& 2 nd yearof pre-requisite examination.

A photocopy of the filled-in admissionform.

One copy of Matric (SSC) mark sheet.

One copy of the Admit Card of 1 st& 2 nd yearof pre-requisite examination.

One attested photocopy of Intermediate marksheet or Certificate (Only for MastersPrograms candidate)

One copy of Hifz-e-Quran certificate (onlyfor BS/ Hons program).

For Further Information please contact:Office of the Directorate of Admissions:Phone: 99261300-6 Ext: 2379, Direct: 99261376

Office of the Directorate of Evening ProgramPhone: 99261300-6 Ext: 2339, Direct: 99261574


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Faculty of Education

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Department of

Education IntroductionDepartment of Education was established in 1984.

The main goal of the department is to prepare humancapital in the field of education as teachers,educators, educational leaders and researchers.Innovative methods of teaching and learning,emerging techniques of research and materialdevelopment in the field of education have madethis department parallel with that of theinternational standards.

Facilities The department of Education has a seminar librarycontaining latest books on almost all the disciplines of

Education. Moreover, the library also containsextensive resource material for research at all levels ofhigher education. The department also offers handson training on the latest equipments used inpresenting research findings to the large audience.

Career OpportunitiesEducation is an important discipline in SocialSciences and Humanities. Therefore, graduatedstudents of Education have ample opportunities in thecompetitive job market. R esearch Industry, Media,Career Counseling, Schools, Teacher TrainingInstitutes, Human Resource Development Centres,Professional institutes, UNICEF, UNESCO andNGO based organizations are the possible fields forthe graduates of Education.

Faculty Members

Assistant Professor Dr. R izwana Munir (I n charge)

Lecturers Ms. Azizunnisa Mr. Muhammad Asim Ms. Naila Siddiqua

Program Available B.A. (Hons.)

For Further EnquiryTelephone : 99261300-06 Ext- 2267Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ education Email: [email protected]
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Department of

Special Education Introduction

The vision of the Department of Special Education isthat of an inclusive society in which all individuals areafforded equal access and opportunities that improvethe quality of life. The mission of the department is tocreate such a society through innovative andcollaborative personnel preparation, research andscholarly activity, and advocacy. The goal of theDepartment of Special Education is to provideuniversity students with information and skills inworking with persons with disabilities. Thedepartment provides Baccalaureate and PostBaccalaureate degrees in Special Education thatprepares educators to become eligible for working inSpecial Education. Our faculty and staff arecommitted to preparing educators who desire to helpchildren reach their potential. Prepare to make adifference.

Facilities The department has lecturer and seminar rooms.audio visual room, as well as seminar library withmost recent books. The department has equipmentwhich provides practical work facilities to students aswell as exposure of practical teaching at specialschools.

Specific Research Areas All five Disabilities (Visual Impairment,

Learning Disabilities, Hearing Impairment,Physical Handicap, Mental R etardation).

Disabilities and Psychology High & low incidence disability Professional services (Occupational Therapy,

Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy). Teaching strategy (Curriculum Planning,

Assessment and Management). Early Intervention Behavior Management Rehabilitation and Community Inclusive Education Teachers Development Guidance & Counseling Vocational Education Educational programming Issues in Special Education Audiology Management and Leadership

Career OpportunitiesA career in Special Education is very rewarding.Careers for graduates from the Special Educationdepartment include teachers within general or specialeducation settings, early intervention educators, adultservice/ workforce providers, for positions in clinicalsettings and careers with organization servingindividuals with disabilities. Those in the Ph. Dprogram often enter faculty positions in highereducation. Programs are designed for students whodesire to enter educational and human servicesprofessions.

Faculty MembersProfessors

Dr. Shagufta Shahzadi (D ean) Dr. Nasir Sulman (Chairman)

Assistant Professors Dr. Hemera Aziz Dr. Afshan Rahat

Lecturers Ms. Sahar Y asmeen Ms. Saira Saleem Ms. Saba Suleman

Program Available B.A. (Hons.)

For Further Enquiry Telephone: 99261085 Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ specialeducation Email: [email protected]
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School of LawIntroductionEducation is the foundation of knowledge andknowledge is light which shuns the darkness of

ignorance. Legal education is also a vital part of thatphenomenon as through this type of education also acivilized and organized society comes into existence.Legal education is still very popular and bound tobecome so with job opportunities of law personsincreasing consequent upon economic liberalizationand globalization of legal services. However thepresent organization of legal education is not able tocater to the needs and demands which are changingfrom time to time. With this end in view theUniversity of Karachi has established its School ofLaw with the following aims and objectives.

To train law students in the real dynamics of whatwill be the real relevant decisional structure tobecome adept influencing their outcome and inassisting other people in changing goals anddeveloping strategies to achieve these goals indiverse contexts.

To give quality education in law. To provide sound knowledge and training in thelegal theory and practice to fulfill the requirementsfor the legal profession and administrative jobs.

To equip the law students with specialized

legal studies relating to commercial, business andpublic affairs so that a product of such educationwould be able to contribute towards nationaldevelopment and social change in a much moreconstructive manner.

Facilities Today library is said to be the 'heart of law school'and one of the most important element in traininglaw students and in providing faculty members withmaterials for research and study. School of Law hasone of the finest Seminar Library containing LawReports, Text Books and Law Journals.

The Computer Lab is equipped with high speedcomputers, printers and scanner facilities.Audio/ Visual aids including multimedia option areused during presentation/ lecturers.

Clinical Legal EducationAt present the traditional system of legal educationwhich concentrates much on reading of books, class

room lectures and little on moot courts and courtvisits etc does not meet the requirement of themodern education. Therefore for the developmentof scientific temperament of the students empiricalapproach is being followed in the Faculty by givingdue importance to clinical legal education.

Career Opportunities The demand for lawyers with expertise will continueto grow with the passage of time. The legal field isconstantly redefining itself by adding new areas to thepractice. For every job in law, analytical ability,research, writing skills, and the knowledge of thebasic differences in the world's legal systems as well astheir political and cultural contexts is essential.

The available career paths for a lawyer can be brokendown into law firms, federal government, corporatecounsel, international organizations and non-profitgroups.

Note: The terms and conditions imposed by thePakistan Bar Council as amended from time totime shall be binding on all students .

Faculty Member

Professor Prof. Dr. Ghous Muhammad (D irector)

Programs Available LLM (2 Years) after LLB LLB (3 Years) after Graduation

For Further EnquiryTelephone : 99261300-06 Ext- 2464Website: www.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]
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Karachi University

Business School IntroductionKarachi University Business School (KUBS) wasestablished during 1999-2000 because Institute of Business

Administration (IBA), then a constituent of University ofKarachi) was declared autonomous degree awardinginstitution.KUBS within short period of time has become wellestablished institution with good reputation and high imagein the business world. KUBS is presently offers a numberof programs, namely BBA (4-year Program), M BA(Morning) 3 years, MBA (Morning) 1 years aftercompletion of 4-year BBA program (Morning & Evening)and MBA (Evening) 5-year programs, MBA (Banking)2-year Program (Morning & Evening) is also run jointlywith the Institute of Bankers Pakistan (IBP), MBAExecutive 2 years Program and M. Phil. Program.KUBS has plans to start short-term certificate programs inthe field of financial management, marketing communi-cation, brand management, services marketing and MIS .

The KUBS is temporarily housed on the first and Secondfloors of Commerce building.

The mission of KUBS is to educate the leaders who make adifference in this time of extraordinary change throughoutthe world. We, at KUBS, are committed to impart generalmanagement education focusing on building a deepunderstanding of business, teaching with skill and passion.We follow a field-based education with emphasis onproblem-focused research and the case method ofinstruction. Also we intend to imbibe a sprit ofentrepreneurship and creativity among our students andprepare them for a global community that is increasinglyreliant on technology.We would like to congratulate our management, faculty,staff and students on wining the Asia's Best Business SchoolAward under the category of "Innovation LeadershipAward". The 2nd Asia's Best B-School Awards ceremonywas held on July 22, 2011 in Singapore, where the awardwas presented to Dr. Abdul Rehman Zaki, ChairmanKarachi U niversity Business School (KUBS). KUBS wasawarded for its tremendous contribution to the field ofBusiness Management in the form of its high achievinggraduates who are working in various reputableorganizations across the globe. Asia's Best B-School

Awards' is an initiative of CMO Asia Advisory Board andAdvisory Council of the World Brand Congress. Businessschools from 25 countries were nominated and awardedunder various categories.

FacilitiesKarachi University Business School (KUBS) is located in aserene corner of the University. It occupies space on thefirst and second floors of Commerce Building. The KUBSoffers a well-equipped learning environment.

A large number of books can be subscribed by thedepartmental library. Students can also consultDr. Mahmood Hussain Library comfortable and quietworkspace with good number of books on business andprofessional journals. Business Periodicals both local andinternational are available at Dr. Mahmood Hussain Libraryof Karachi University.KUBS also has a computer lab, which is equipped withopen-access PCs with word processing, presentation,database and other software. Upgrading of lab andinstallment of new PCs is still in progress.

Career Opportunities Tremendous opportunities exist in the field of Banking,Finance, and Marketing in national and multinationalorganizations. O ur graduates are in great demand andhighly paid jobs are offered to them.

Specific Research Areas With the starting of M. Phil./ Ph.D. programs weexpect to extend research programs in future.

Faculty MembersProfessor Dr. Abdul R ehman Zaki (Chairman)

Assistant Professors Ms. Shahnaz Baloch Dr. Danish Ahmed Siddiqui Dr. Muhammad Asim

Lecturers Ms. Kausar Qureshi Mr. Shameel Zubairi Mr. Syed Fakhre Alam Siddiuqi

Programs Available BBA MBA

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext 2386Website: www.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]


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Department of

Commerce Introduction

The department of Commerce has been

imparting quality research oriented businesseducation since 1974. In order to keep pace withthe dynamic world of business and businesseducation, the department of Commerce hasbrought a change in its curriculum which is incompliance with the courses which aredemanded in the business world. The studentsare capable of acquiring good jobs both atnational and international level.

The department has been instrumental inproviding candidates with thorough knowledgeand understanding of the principles of commerceand business.

Career Opportunities The mission of the department of Commerce isto equip students with analytical tools requiredfor business management in the contemporarycompetitive world and to provide students withopportunities to explore new business vistas.

Faculty MembersAssociate Professor

Dr. Tahir Ali ( Chairman) Assistant Professors Ms. Zaeema Asrar Mohiuddin Mr. Hasan Raza Ms. Sadaf Mustafa Mr. Muhammad Arfeen Siddiqui

Lecturers Ms. Aysha Fareed Mr. Muhammad Farukh Aslam

Program Available BS (Commerce)

For Further EnquiryTelephone : 99261300-6Website : www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ commerce
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Department of

Public AdministrationIntroduction

The department of Public Administration preparesexceptional students for leadership positions ingovernment, business and civil society. With itsacademic programs emphasizing academic excellenceand practical orientation, the department has quicklyoccupied a unique position in the University ofKarachi after being established formally as adepartment in the year 1995. The objective of DPAis to approach the issues relating to the stewardship ofcommon goods with an interdisciplinary approach, attries to work at the intersection of economics,business, law, political and social sciences.

Career Opportunities The department of Public Administration aims tocater to the need of the times, and to impart suchskills to its graduate which can be called upon underever-changing circumstances. Having receivedtraining in leadership skills, sociopolitical analysis andmanagement, the graduates of our department areserving at leading positions within the pubic andcorporate sector, academia, research institutions andmedia.

Specific Research Areas The department of Public Administration conductsanalytically rigorous and theoretically informedresearch within the following fields: Governance and Globalization Public Policy and Policy Analysis Local Government Financial Management Marketing Management Human R esource Management

Facilities The newly constructed state-of-the-art buildinghouses not only multiple lecture rooms and thefaculty offices (while offering significant flexible spacefor staff and students) but also has: Conference Halland Common Rooms Well-equipped Computer LabSeminar Library housing relevant books, journals andacademic literature R esearch Lab.

Faculty MembersProfessors Dr. Akhtar Baloch ( Chairman) Dr. Khalid M. Iraqi ( D ean)

Associate Professor Dr. S. Shabib ul Hasan

Assistant Professors Ms. Afsheen Nizam Mr. Shahid Zaheer Zaidi Ms. Saima Akhter Dr. Ghazal Khawaja

Lecturers Mr. Mustafa Hyder Ms. Tehmina Faisal

Program Available BPA (Hons.)

For Further Enquiry Telephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2383Website: www.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]


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Department of

Pharmaceutics Introduction

The department covers 24 courses spread over fiveyears of Pharm-D. program. The department isactively involved in pharmaceutical research thatcovers all aspects of pharmaceutical sciences offeringM.Pharm and Ph.D. programs. Till date, thedepartment has produced 69 M. Phil. and 11 Ph.D.scholars in different disciplines of pharmaceutics.

The department of Pharmaceutics has its history asold as the history of the faculty of pharmacy itself.

The Faculty of Pharmacy was first founded in 1964 asa department under the faculty of science inUniversity of Karachi by the now known as Father ofPharmacy Professor Dr. S.M.S. Zoha. In the year1973, in which the status of the department wasapproved as a faculty with four distinctivedepartments one of which was the department ofpharmaceutics.

Facilities Laboratories Research Laboratories Computer Laboratory Seminar Library

Specific Research Areas Formulation Development Formulation optimization and improvisation Pharmaceutical Microbiology Novel drug delivery system Bio-Pharmaceutics Bioavailability Physical Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice

Career Opportunities The scope of pharmacy all over the world is very

promising in which the graduate in pharmacy findhimself in a very prestigious and professional status toserve the society in different disciplines of the field asa health care professional. After obtaining graduationdegree from the faculty of pharmacy the students havethe opportunity to join hospitals where they wouldbe drug experts taking right decisions about the safeuse ofmedicine, in community as one of the beneficialmembers of the society, in pharmaceutical industriesthat has the largest proportion of openings in different

departments of the industry. Similarly, he could also join governmental jobs where he regulates the drugportfolio and establishes policies regarding the drug

usage and regulatory matters, in pharmaceutical journalism, in academia where he would be in ahighly prestigious assignment to train and producemore pharmacists. A pharmacist would also find goodopportunities in research and development where onecan satisfy his eager to participate in pharmaceuticalresearch as a scientist. And that is not all; there are toomany job opportunities and career enhancing chancesfor pharmacist abroad.

Faculty Members Professors Dr. Fouzia Hassan Dr. Nighat Razvi (Chairperson)

Associate Professor Dr. Muhammad Harris Shoaib

Assistant Professors Ms. Shaista Hamid Dr. Shahnaz Gauhar Dr. S. M. Farid Hassan Dr. R abia Ismail Mrs. Sabahat Jabeen Mr. Iyad Naeem Muhammad Mrs. R ehana Saeed

Programs Available M. Pharm Pharm-D (Deficiency Course)

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-07Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ pharmaceutics
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Department of Agriculture &Agribusiness Management Introduction

The department of Agriculture launched BS-Program

in Agriculture in 2004 and acquired the status of thedepartment in 2006. It was renamed as theDepartment of Agriculture and AgribusinessManagement in 2008. The Department offersspecializations in agribusiness management, plantprotection and plant pathology.

Agribusiness is an important and ever expandingindustry in Pakistan. It combines the study ofagricultural sciences with the management skillsproviding an understanding of economic and businessprinciples and their application to Agribusiness.

The program aims to develop a range of personal andtransferable skills and critical appreciation of thetechniques to assist effective execution of theagribusiness management function.

It cannot be denied that the implementation ofproper pest and disease management strategies can behelpful in increasing the crop yield and ultimatelyboost the economy of the country. The coursesoffered for specialization in plant pathology or plantprotection enable the students to acquire in-depth

knowledge of pest and diseases affecting crop,vegetable, fruit and ornamental plants in the countryand make them aware of the management strategiesto overcome the problem.

Career OpportunitiesSpecialization in Agribusiness management is helpfulin getting jobs in farm business related to national andmultinational organizations as managers, consultants,supply chain coordinators and accountants. It alsoprovides an opportunity to enter self-employmentimmediately after graduating, largely within thefarming or food sectors.

Students specializing in plant protection or plantpathology have job opportunities in various researchorganizations like plant protection, PARC, PCSIR ,NIAB, NIA, ARI etc. They can also get jobs in plantand pesticide related national and multinationalorganizations.

Specific Research Areas The department is actively engaged in research relatedto Entomology, Mycology, Plant Pathology andAgribusiness. Several research students are alsoenrolled for M. Phil. / Ph.D. programs. Facultymembers and research students regularly publishresearch papers in journals of national andinternational repute.

Facilities The department is well equipped with modernteaching aids. It also has facilities for research ontopics related to fields of entomology, mycology,plant pathology and Agribusiness. The department'sseminar library has a good collection of books relatedto agriculture and agribusiness that students can haveeasy access to.

Faculty Members Professors

Dr. Saleem Shahzad ( Chairman) Dr. Saif Ullah Khan

Associate Professor Dr. Saboohi R aza

Assistant Professor Dr. Muhammad Faheem Akbar

Lecturers Mr. Muhammad Talha Azeem Mr. Syed Rameez Hasan R izvi Mr. Shahan Aziz Ms. Shugufta Sahar Mr. Amjad Sultan

Program Available BS

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 9926261300-6 Ext. 2546Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ agricuture Email: [email protected]
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Department of

Applied PhysicsIntroduction

The department of Applied Physics was established in

1971. The objective of the department is to enablethe students to face challenges of the fast growingtechnology in the field of Electronics andsemiconductors so that they can meet the growingtechnological needs of the industries in Pakistan in thearea of applied physics.

The syllabus is updated to keep abreast with the latestdevelopments in technology. It provides an in-depthunderstanding of the subject such as analog and digitalelectronics, industrial electronics, semiconductordevices, communications systems including micro-wave and optical fiber communications. Micro-processor/ Microcontroller and digital signalprocessors (DSP) are hubs of intelligent electronicsystems including computers and almost all state-of-the-art equipment used in communications. Thesedevices are used in industrial and medical applications.A comprehensive scheme of study and applications isprovided for these subjects.

The laboratory training begins with circuits related tobasic analog electronics, industrial electronics, leadingto the development of a single board computer basedon microcontroller. The students are also trained inprogrammable Logic Controllers (PLC) through theuse of software and hardware simulators. Similarly,they are trained in the field of communications usingcommunication training kits.

Career OpportunitiesA variety of employment opportunities are availableto the graduates of applied physics, ranging frompublic sector organizations to multinational andnational industries and research organizations.

Facilities The department has well-equipped laboratories toteach practical aspect of electronics. In addition togeneral purpose laboratories where students performexperiments on circuits based on analog and digitalelectronics, separate laboratories are established fortraining. These include computer laboratory which isequipped with latest branded computers connectedthrough LAN. Communication laboratory helps trainstudents in microwave and optical fibercommunication systems. Students use software and

hardware tools such as VHDL, electronic designautomation to develop embedded systems.Computer-controlled (CNC), PCB prototypingmachine, logic analyzer, spectrometer, and lock-inamplifiers, are available for research in the field ofsemiconductor.

Faculty MembersAssistant Professors

Ms. Farida Farrukh (I n charge) Mr. Abid Hussain Mr. Arshad Hussain Dr. Zeeshan Alam Nayyar Mr. Zia-ur-Rehman

Lecturers Mr. Faisal R afique Mr. S. Mamnoon Akhter Mr. S. Naseer Akhter Ms. Nazia Sadiq Ms. Ambreen Insaf

Program Available B.Sc. (Hons.) with specialization in electronics.

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Department of

BiochemistryIntroduction

The department of Biochemistry, established in 1962 is the

pioneer independent department of Biochemistry in ourcountry. Since its inception, the department has shared theUniversity of Karachi's goals of excellence in research andeducation. Traditionally known for strength in major areasof molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, biotechnologyand bioinformatics, the current faculty is continuing tobroaden its representation and reputation in other areas,most notably, Clinical Biochemistry, EnvironmentalBiochemistry, Enzymology, Hematology Immuno-chemistry, Genomics, M olecular Biophysics,Neurochemistry/ Neuropharamacology, Biotechnology,Nutrition and Proteomics.

Career OpportunitiesExcellent career opportunities exist for students acquiring adegree in Biochemistry. Our graduates are working inmultinational companies, teaching and researchorganizations, Pharmaceutical companies, Biomedicalcompanies, Forensic science laboratories, hospital andclinical laboratories and different public and private sectorindustries.

Graduates can also pursue an M. Phil. or Ph.D. inuniversities in Pakistan and abroad in areas such as clinicalresearch, drug development, N utritional Sciences,Bioinfromatics Biomedical Science.

Specific Research Areas Clinical biochemistry; Drug targeting and development;Molecular genetics and genetic engineering;Biotechnology; Biophysics; Bioinformatics; Enzymology;Neuropharmacology; Molecular neurochemistry; Prot-eomics and Genomics; Nutritional science; Psycho-pharmacology and Toxicology Lipidomics.

FacilitiesDr. Zain Memorial Library of the department ofBiochemistry has the latest collection of books onBiochemistry with over 100 biochemistry related

journals in print and/or with on-line access.

Computing Facilities: Numerous research and other student groups operatecomputing clusters for research needs andcoursework.

Equipment Facilities: The department is equipped with cutting edgetechniques like PCR, High Performance Liquid

Chromatography Column Chromatography Spectro-photometer; Electrophoresis, Flame Photometry,Freeze Drying, Fluorimetry and Ultra centrifugationetc.

Faculty Members Professors

Dr. Abid Azhar (D ean) Dr. Viqar Sultana ( Chairperson) Dr. Tabassum Mahboob Dr. Tahira Perven Dr. Samina Bano

Dr. Saeeda Haider Assistant Professors

Dr. Siddiqua Jamal Dr. Hajra Naz Dr. Farhat Batool Dr. Shamim A Qureshi Dr. Erum Shireen Dr. Sajjad Haider Dr. Sadaf N aeem Ms. Sadia Saleem Dr. Faizan Hassan Naqvi Dr. Huma Ikram Dr. Muhammad Noman Syed Dr. Yasmeen Raashid Dr. Muhammad Farhan Kamali

Lecturers Ms. Asma Khan Ms. Beena Hassan Ms. Ayesha Khan Ms. Fizza Hassan Naqvi

Program Available B.Sc. (Hons.)

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 9926261300-6 Ext. 2489Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ faculties/ biochemistry
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Department of

BiotechnologyIntroduction

The department was established in 1996 with an

objective of imparting quality education in themultidisciplinary field of Biotechnology at bothundergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Biotechnology is defined as the application ofbiological systems to basic and technical and industrialprocesses. These processes are based on the use ofsome form of biological catalyst in the conversion of asubstrate to a desired product. These biologicalcatalysts are simple as enzymes or highly complexmicroorganisms or eukaryotic cells.

Biotechnology includes a wide range of activities.Each activity is associated with its own startingmaterial (bacterial, fungal, yeast, plant or animal cellsor enzymes), technical manipulation (cell fusion, cellor enzyme immobilization, genetic engineering, etc.),processes (continuous and batch fermentation), andscale (small to very large), which are unique to thatactivity.

Career OpportunitiesBiotechnology can be viewed as a group of useful,enabling technologies with wide and diverse

applications. It has large, highly profitable, modernindustrial outlets of great value to society e.g.. DNArecombinant technology, most revolutionary branchof the modern science and have a profound impact onmedicine, contributing to the diagnostics and cure ofhereditary detects and serious disease and thedevelopment of new biopharmaceutical drugs andvaccines for human and animal use. It also deals withthe modification of microorganisms, plants and farmanimals for improved and tailored food productionand to increased opportunities for environmentalremediation and protection.

The field is further exemplified with the industrialproduction of enzymes like proteases, amylases,celluloses and lipases, industrial manufacturing plantsfor milk and milk products, alcohols, organic acids,antibiotics, vitamins, growth promoting factors andmonoclonal antibodies.

Faculty MembersProfessor

Dr. Mustafa Kamal (Chairman)

Assistant Professors Ms. Syeda Mariam Siddiqa Ms. R aheela Rahmat Dr. Saif Ullah

Lecturers Ms. Shumaila Rashid Ms. Erum Hanif Ms. Shafaq Aiyaz Hassan Ms. Mahnaz Ahmed Ms. Ayesha Kamran Ms. Shumaila Samad Khan


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Department of

BotanyIntroduction

The department of Botany was established in 1953. TheUniversity at that time was located on Chand Bibi R oad,near Civil Hospital Karachi. When the University movedto its present premises on 18th January 1960, thedepartment of Botany was initially located in two barracks.

The present building of the department of Botany withlaboratories, lecture rooms and an auditorium was built inthe late 1960s.

The department offers over 70 different courses of studiesat the undergraduate and post graduate levels to cater to thehuman resource requirements for teaching and research inthe fields of education, agriculture, environmental NGO's,pharmaceutical and other industries. In the first and secondyear the students begin by taking Botany as a major subjecttogether with two subsidiary subjects in other departmentsof the University. Starting with the diversity of plant life,an outline of the classification of plants, their identification,structure and function, it continues with genetic basis ofvariation and evolution of plants.In the 3rd and 4th years, instead of subsidiary subjects, theyare required to study major subjects within the field ofBotany. In M.Sc. Final, the students specialize in oneof the branches of Botany, which include: AppliedBotany, Mycology & Plant Pathology, PlantPhysiology, Plant Ecology, Phycology & MarineBotany and Plant Taxonomy.

Career OpportunitiesSpecialization in different branches of plant sciences offeredby the department is helpful in getting jobs in agriculturebased organizations, teaching in various colleges anduniversities and in environmental NGOs like WWF andIUCN

Facilities The department has well-equipped laboratories and a vastcollection of books and research papers in the seminarlibrary. It also provides facilities to students for research ontopics related to different fields in plants sciences andmycology (including plant pathology). The KarachiUniversity Herbarium in the department of Botany has avast collection of more than 150,000 plant specimenscollected from different regions of Pakistan, in addition to alarge collection of specimens of algae and fungi.

Specific Research Areas The department of Botany has developed a productiveresearch and teaching group in plant sciences. Members ofthe faculty are working in many specialized fields ofplant sciences and are endeavouring to enhance ourknowledge of the plant world. Following are the specific

research areas:1. Classical Taxonomy, Chemosystematics and Cytogenetics. 2. Plant Anatomy and plant Tissue Culture

3. Phycology and Marine Botany 4. Mycology, plant pathology and Fungal Biotechnology 5. Plant Physiology6. Plant Ecology and Environmental pollution Members of the teaching staff have completed more than50 research projects with the support of national andinternational funding agencies. Currently several researchprojects are in progress. More than 2500 research papershave been published in journals of international repute bythe teachers and researchers of the Department. ThePakistan Journal of Botany and International Journalof Biology and Biotechnology are also published fromthe Department of Botany, University of Karachi.


Dr. Surayya Khatoon Dr. Muhammad Javed Zaki Dr. Syed Ehtesham ul Haque (Chairman) Dr. Aliya Rehman Dr. Raiha Qadri Dr. Shahnaz Dawar Dr. R ubina Abid

Associate Professors Dr. Zamin Shaheed Siddiqui Dr. Sharf-un-Nahar

Assistant Professors Mrs. R ubina Iqbal Ms. Neelofer Hamid Dr. Seemi Aziz Dr. Sadaf Gul Dr. M. Fahim Siddiqi Dr. Laila Shahnaz Dr. Naeem Ahmed Dr. M ohammad Azeem

Lecturers Ms. Amna Ahmed Ms. Maria Hamid


For Further EnquiryTelephone: 9926261300-6 Ext. 2288Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ botany
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Department of

ChemistryIntroductionChemistry is a noble central science which helps to understandthe origin of life and suggest ways to use non-living things forgiving comfort to life. To train the young generation and to directtheir approach to accomplish this task easily, it is necessary tomake the students understand the principles underlying thecomposition, structure and properties of substances along with thetransformation that they undergo. It is therefore obvious thatchemical orientation cannot be imparted in isolation and his to bedeveloped through a cocktail of physics and biology on one handand engineering and applied sciences on the other. TheDepartment of Chemistry, University of Karachi is well equippedfor pursuing this goal having skilled and proficient faculty, wellequipped laboratories and other infrastructure.

The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest departments ofUniversity of Karachi. When the university was shifted to itspresent location, the department occupied one of the few newlyconstructed buildingsand isstill housed there for the last 58 years.

Career OpportunitiesA person with a BS/ Masters degree in Chemistry has a widechoice of employment opportunities especially in one of the manyindustries listed below and research institutions that are emergingin the country. T hese include the; Textile Industry,Pharmaceutical Industry, Clinical Laboratories, Oil R efineries,Chemical Industry, Paint Industry, Cement Industry, Beverages &Food Product Industry, Analytical & Instrumental Service,agencies, Polymer Industry.

Specific Research AreasAnalytical, Inorganic, Industrial, Organic, Physical, Environ-mental, Pharmaceutical, C linical and Polymer Chemistry.

Facilities There was several libraries in the University of Karachi, whichhold chemistry books and related technical journals. These includeDepartment of Chemistrys own Seminar Library. T his library hasa stock of about 10,000 books and research journals on variousfields of chemistry. The Department of Chemistry is equippedwith many modern instruments for training of students forchallenging careers and research. These include, pH/Ion meters,conductometers, polarimeters, refractometers, potentiometers,electrochemical analyzers, HPLC, atomic absorptionspectrometers, UV-Visible spectrophotometers, FTIRSpectrometers, Guoy Balance for magnetic susceptibilitymeasurements, flame photometers, computers, deionizers,analytical balances, ovens, furnaces, centri-fuges as well as asubstantial stock of glassware and chemicals. A modern instrumentlaboratory has been furnished to house the new atomic absorptionspectrometers, the new atomic absorption spectrometer, HPLC,GC, GC-MS nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer aswell as some other modern instruments. These and otherinstruments were acquired through a generous grant of

Rs.39.95 million provided by the Higher Education Commission. The department of chemistry has a internet available in almost

every teachers room/research lab. Which is to the central facilitythrough a fiber-optic link. Furthermore, the department also has awell equipped computer lab for 45 students.

Faculty MembersProfessors Dr. Syed Azhar Ali (Chairman) Ms. Shaista Jabeen Dr. Dilshad Waqar Dr. Majid Mumtaz

Dr. Rahat Sultana Dr. Hajra Tahir Dr. Rehana Saeed Dr. M.Nasir Uddin Khan Dr. Rafia Saeed Dr. Nasreen Fatima

Associate Professors Dr. Sumayya Saied Dr. Firdous Dr. Imran Ali Hashmi Dr. I trat Anis Dr. Uzma Ashiq Dr. Shaista Perveen Dr. Azhar Siddiqui

Assistant Professors Dr. Masooda Qadri Mr. Muti ur Rehman Dr. Shaikh Mohiuddin Dr. Rashida Perveen Dr. Rifat Ara Jamal Dr. Shazia Nisar Dr. Zahida Karim Dr. Humaira Bano Dr. Naushaba Zafar Dr. Raheela Naz Dr. Tehseen Ahmed Dr. Summayia Masood Dr. Erum Zahir Dr. Zahid Hussain Dr. Syed Nawazish Ali Dr. Syed Tariq Ali

Lecturers Ms . Hamida Sultan Muhammad Mr. Agha Arsalan Wasim Mr. Mohsin Ali Mr. M. Asad Khan Tanoli Ms. Qurat-ul Ain Mrs. Saba Arsalan


For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2290Website: www.chemuok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]
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Department of

Computer ScienceIntroduction

The department of Computer Science was established by aresolution of Academic Council in its meeting, held onNovember 27, 1984. The Department began functioningin the academic year 1985-86 by offering a two year degreeprogram, Masters in Computer Science (MCS) and becameone of the pioneering institutions imparting qualityeducation of Computer Science and IT in Karachi.

The department soon realized the need to strengthen thediscipline of Computer Science by producing qualityprofessional with sound fundamental knowledge. For thispurpose, the Department started a four year degreeundergraduate BS program in the year 1996, and a twoyear postgraduate program MS (Computer Science) as wellas Ph.D. (Computer Science).

In 2009, the department moved to a new building withlatest equipment and modern infrastructure.

Career OpportunitiesExcellent career opportunities exist for the graduates ofDepartment of Computer Science. More than 80% ofgraduates are immediately hired by top ranking softwarehouses and other institutions. Top software houses are incontact with the department and conduct job tests and hirestudents even before their graduation. We are proud thatour graduates are working in top internationalorganizations and there are graduates who becomeentrepreneur and running their own software houses.

Facilities Computing Facilities The new building of the department of Computer Science(UBIT) is fully equipped with latest technology forstudents to get hands-on experience on different platformsof both hardware and software fields of computer science.Each lab is equipped with latest high end user computingfacilities. The internet facility is available round the clockin all the labs, which enables students and faculty membersto keep in touch with the latest trends in academic and thecorporate world. The department is continuouslyupgrading the computing infrastructure according to themarket demands. Following labs are functioning in thedepartment.

Physical Laboratory Electronics Laboratory Networking Laboratory Software Engineering Laboratory Al & Soft computing Laboratory Database and information system Laboratory Graphics and Multimedia Laboratory General purpose Laboratory

Seminar Library The department also provides an in-house seminar libraryfacility which contains more than a thousand books oncomputer science/ IT and related disciplines along withIT/ CS magazines, international research journals andperiodicals.

Specific Research Areas The department has produced seven Ph.Ds during the pastfew years and over 10 candidates are on their way to thecompletion of their MS (CS) and Ph.D. (ComputerScience) research work. Our research areas include:Artificial Intelligence, Soft Computing, Neural Networks,Advance Database systems (temporal and fuzzy), MIS,Computer Networks Network Security Parallel &Distributed Computing, Natural Language Processing etc.


Mr. Badar Sami ( In charge) Dr. Syed Jamal Husain Dr. Nadeem Mahmood Dr. M. Sadiq Ali Khan Dr. Tahseen Ahmed Jilani Mr. Muhammad Saeed Mr. Hussain Saleem Mr. S. M. Khalid Jamal Mr. Syed Asim Ali Mr. Farhan Ahmed Siddiqui Ms. Humera Tariq

Lecturers Ms. Erum Shahid Mr. Muhammad Sajid Mr. Jameel Ahmed Mr. M. Naveed Anwar Ms. Shaista Rais Mr. Taha Bin Niaz Ms. Madiha Mr. Syed M. Zain Abbas Ms. Humaira

Programs Available BS (BSCS) BS (BSSE) Software Engineering MCS

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext. 2462/3462Website: www.uok.edu.pk/ dcs-ubit Email: [email protected]
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Department of

Food Science & Technology Introduction

The department of Food Science & Technology wasestablished in 1994 to cater to the needs of the fastgrowing food industries in the country and also tomeet the ever growing demand for food scientists andtechnologistsin government, research and educationalestablishments. Prof. Dr. Rashda Ali was the founderchairperson of the department. Over the years, thedepartment has developed linkages with universitiesin Germany, UK and U.S.A. The department has alsobeen involved in organizing workshops, seminars,conferences and training courses. Presently it enjoys avery good rapport with both national andmultinational food industries of Pakistan.

Career Opportunities Food Technologist Food Engineer Food Analyst Production Manager Quality Control/ Assurance Manager Food Safety Inspector Food Researcher Research and Development Manager

FacilitiesLaboratory Facilities The new building of the department has eight majorlaboratories equipped with all basic facilities. Thelaboratories included Food Engineering, FoodChemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Quality, FoodAnalysis, Food Biochemistry and Post-Harvest, FoodAnalytical and Computer/ I.T. These laboratories areequipped with state-of-the-art sophisticated instru-ments namely Differential Scanning Calorimeter,Universal Testing Machine, Visco-Amylograph,Bomb Calorimeter, UV Visible and Near Infra RedSpectrophotometers, Polarimeter, Atomic Absor-ption, Gas and High Performance Liquid Chromat-ography.

Specific Research Areas Post-Harvest lives of fruits and vegetables Edible films and coatings Modified Starches Antioxidants Flavonoids


Dr. Muhammad Abid Hasnain (Chairman) Dr. Jehan Ara Dr. Syed Asad Sayeed

Associate Professor Dr. Shahina Naz

Assistant Professors Dr. R ahmanullah Siddiqui Ms. Faiza Abdur Rab Dr. Feroz Alam Jafri Dr. Mahmood Azam Dr. Tahira Mohsin Ali Dr. Muhammad Abdul Haq

Program Available BS

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Department of

Health, Physical Education& Sports Sciences Introduction

The department of Health and Physical Educationwas established in 1996. Initially it introduced oneyear Masters programin physical education afterBachelor of Physical Education (B.P.ED).

The 2-year Masters in Health and Physical Educationwas introduced in 2001. The department introduced4- year B.S/ B.Sc. (Honors) Program in January 2012.

The department of Health and Physical Educationprovides students with knowledge and skills to enablethem to achieve a degree of autonomy in developingand maintaining their physical, mental, social andemotional health. The subject matter focuses on theimportance of a healthy lifestyle and physical activityin the lives of individuals and groups in society.

Career Opportunities Our graduates can teach physical education in publicand private schools, coach school-based sports andwork in many other sports and recreation relatedcareers.

A master's degree in Health and Physical Education

will prepare graduates to teach physical education at apublic and private high school/ college/ University, orbecome a Director/ Deputy Director of PhysicalEducation Program or become an athletic trainer orcan be a fitness instructor. Furthermore, people with aphysical education degree could find themselvesworking in city parks and recreation departments.

Facilities The department is equipped with all the requiredpractical facilities. A variety of sports facilitiesincluding playing fields for cricket, hockey, footballand athletics, a squash court and indoor gamesfacilities in the campus gymnasium are also available.Every year competitive sports for both male andfemale students are organized at inter-departmental,inter-collegiate and inter-university levels through avariety of sports like hockey, football, cricket,badminton, athletic, etc.

The department plans to establish a fully equippedHuman Performance Laboratory to incorporate thelatest techniques and performance analysis metho-dologies.

Specific Research Area The Health & Physical Education has a broader scopefor research in the field of Kinesiology; ExercisePhysiology, Socioeconomic impact of PhysicalEducation, Curriculum development and etc.

The basic and applied research can be done in thefield of Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology and othersubjects.

Due to the availability of a wide variety of topics,both qualitative & quantitative research can be doneeasily.


Dr. Basit Ansari (In charge) Mr. Mazahir Zia Shaikh

Lecturers Ms. Shazia Tabassum Mr. Humayun Imran Azeemi Mr. Kunwer Muhammaad Asif Mr. Wasif Nisar


For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext - 2263Website: www.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]


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Department of

Mathematical SciencesIntroduction

The department of Mathematics was established in

1956. Prof. Dr. Suleman Kerawala was the FounderChairman. Many new courses including AppliedAbstract Algebra, Biomathematics and Anthro-mathematics have been introduced to highlight theapplication of Mathematics in different fields. Themission of the department is to bring life toMathematics and Mathematics to life. Areas of PureMathematics, Applied Mathematics and Interdisci-plinary Mathematics are being pursued in teachingand research. At all levels, students are instructed inthe rigor and precision characteristics of MathematicalReasoning. They are facilitated to become acquaintedwith the elementary tools of Mathematics and thetechniques to use them.

Career OpportunitiesOur graduates have been employed in the Educational,Financial, Industrial and Commercial Institutes. Theycan opt for any of the following professions: HighSchool Mathematics Teacher, College MathematicsProfessor, Actuary, Software Designer, Biostatistician,Government Lab Researcher, Financial Analyst,Industry Analyst/Engineer, Education MaterialsDeveloper, Industry Consultant, etc.

Facilities The department offers peaceful environment andprovides all modern facilities to students. This is thesecond largest Department of the Faculty of Science,with three-story building consisting of many rooms,computer laboratory with internet facility and seminarlibrary having three thousand books. To keep thestudents informed and updated with the latestdevelopments in the modern era, department organizesseminars and workshops for faculty members andstudents. The Faculty Members and students activelyparticipate in local, national and internationalmathematical activities and conferences. Every yearDepartment of Mathematics holds two conferences;Conference on Mathematical Sciences during the thirdweek of March and Conference on Anthromathematicsand Sport Mathematics during the first week ofSeptember.

Specific Research Areas The Faculty is engaged in research in the followingareas:

Algebra Anthromathematics

Astrodynamics Fluid Dynamics Mathematical Physics Numerical Analysis Operational Research Relativity and Gravitation

The Ph.D. program facilitates young researchers ingetting the experience necessary to do originalresearch in areas of their interest.


Dr. Rana Khalid Naeem Dr. Syed Arif Kamal (Chairman) Dr. Sarwar Jahan Abbasi Dr. Syed Anwar Ali Zaidi

Assistant Professors Dr. Najeeb Alam Khan Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed Mr. Muhammad Javed Ansari Mr. Waseem Ahmed Khan Ms. Syeda Sadia Zia Mr. Waseem Ahmed Ansari Ms. Saba Naz Mr. Tanveer Ahmed Siddiqi Dr. Syed Inayatullah

Dr. Muhammed Imtiaz Dr. Khurram Kamran Dr. Asif Raza Khan

Lecturers Mr. Shahid Mr. Muhammad Ayaz Mr. Asif Iqbal Ms. Asma Rani Ms. Hafsa Ather Jafree Ms. Hina Zaheer Ms. Noor Fatima Siddiqui

Programs Available B.A./B.Sc.(Hons.) Certificate Course in Mathematics

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2293Website: http:/ / math.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]
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Department of

PhysicsIntroduction

The department of Physics is one of the

pioneer departments of the University of Karachi.Prof. Dr. Mujtaba Karim was the founder chairmanof the department. Since its inception, thedepartment of Physics is actively engaged inimparting quality education in the field of physicsand is actively engaged in research activities.

Career Opportunities There are ample opportunities for employmentboth in national and international researchorganizations. The names of few nationalorganizations are: Pakistan Atomic Energycommission, PIEAS, KANUPP, PCS1R,SUPARCO, Pakistan Steel Mills etc. Beside thesegovernment organizations and institutes, ourgraduates also have good employmentopportunities in private sector as well.

FacilitiesBeside teaching laboratories, the department has anumber of other laboratories for research purpose.Below is the list of some facilities:

Spectroscopy R esearch Laboratory Solid State Research Laboratory Condensed Matter Research Laboratory Fully equipped Electronics Laboratory A well-equipped computer Laboratory A Liquid Nitrogen Plant Dr. Sheikh Ansar Hussain Seminar Library

Specific Research Areas The department is engaged in a number of researchareas such as:

Spectroscopy of atoms and molecules Material Science Environmental Science Electronics Theoretical Physics Space Physics


Dr. M. Altaf Hussain Dr. Tehseen Rahim (Chairman) Dr. Shahid Mehmood Dr. Shabana Rizvi

Associate Professor

Mr. NaseeruddinAssistant Professors

Dr. Imran Ahmed Siddiqui Dr. Zaheeruddm Mr. Syed Zeeshan Abbas Dr. Saifuddin Ahmed Jilani Dr. Intikhab Ulfat

Lecturers Ms. Rabia Najam Mr. Asim Aiaz

Mr. Hafiz M Sohail Mr. Sheikh M. Zeeshan Iqbal Ms. Sadaf Fatima Mr. Ommair Ishaque Mr. Waqar Ahmed Mr. Ibrahim M. Babar Ms. Rizwana Siddiqui Mr. Kamran-ul-Haq Khan Mr. Zuhoor llahi Mr. Imran Ahmed

Program Available B. Sc.(Hons.)

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext- 2250Website: www.uok.edu.pk


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Department of

PhysiologyIntroduction

The department of Physiology is an important segment

of the Faculty of Sciences, University of Karachi andoccupies a very prominent place in the modern age ofBiosciences, Clinical/Biomedical Sciences and otherApplied Biological Sciences. Founded by Prof. Dr. M.H. Qazi, in 1964, the department of Physiology was thefirst department outside medical colleges to introduceteaching and research programs in basic andexperimental physiology at the graduate andpostgraduate levels. Currently, the department has 21faculty members, 17 supporting staff members and morethan 1000 students. Several renowned professors are thepioneer faculty members of the department and arepresently serving on key posts in various organizations.

Career OpportunitiesPhysiology is the core of medical research being done allover the world. Dozens of foreign scholarships foradvanced studies in Physiology. Physiologists arerequired in a number of places, like, pharmaceuticalindustry, health monitoring departments, biosyntheticindustry, instrumentations in biomedical sciences, healthrelated organizations, population welfare division,agriculture, livestock and poultry industry, diagnosticlaboratories, occupational therapies, physiotherapycenters, nutritional/ sports centers, radiological insti-tutions, bio-technology, bioinformatics, bioengineering,synthetic biology, nursing, medical universities,hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceuticalindustry, research and teaching institutions.

Facilities The department has sufficient facilities necessary to runthe academic and research activities. Below is the list ofall the facilities:

Well equipped labs for students & researchers; Audiovisual aids like overhead projectors,

multimedia, camera and television for interactiveteaching;

A well organized Seminar Library with up to datetextbooks and references on various disciplines ofPhysiology;

Basic & ultimate Power Labs for laboratoryexperiments &demonstrations;

Computer facilities are available in all special unitsfor researchers. A separate computer laboratorywith 12 computers is available for academic &research activities.

Internship facilities for students in differentorganizations are available.

Specific Research AreasA great deal of research at M. Phil. & Ph.D. levels is

conducted in different disciplines of Physiology, such asNeuromuscular Physiology, Hematology, MolecularPhysiology & Biophysics, Molecular & ClinicalEndocrinology and Reproduction and Poultry Physio-logy, which is being done in collaboration -with K&NsPoultry diagnostic & research Laboratory. Currently,more than 25 research scholars are registered in M.Phil./ Ph.D. programs in various disciplines includingclinicians from hospitals and medical universities.Blood disorders; Endocrine/Metabolic & Reproductiveabnormalities, especially, Diabetes mellitus, MetabolicSyndrome, Infertility. PCOS changes; Breast Cancer:Reproductive Changes in marine models; PoultryVaccinology, diseases and molecular studies of diseasemechanism; Neuromuscular disorders; Oxidative stress.

Faculty MembersProfessor

Ms. Qamar Amin ( Chairperson)

Assistant Professors Dr. R uqaiya Hasan Ms. AishaJaved Ms. Habib Fatima Ms. Arifa Savanur Dr. Taseer A. Khan Mr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Ms. Nazish Iqbal

Ms. Lubna Naz Ms. Sadaf Ahmed Ms. Ghazala Yasmeen Mr. Anwar Ali Ms. Ambreen Niazi

Lecturers Ms. Shama Masroor Ms. Sumera Sohail Mr. Mudassir H. Rizvi Ms. Mehir un Nisa Ms. Saima Mushtaq Mr. Faizan Mirza Ms. U zma Firdous Mr. Muhammad Nisar

Program Available B.Sc.(Hons.)

For Further EnquiryTelephone: 99261300-6 Ext-2296Website: www.uok.edu.pk Email: [email protected]


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Department of

ZoologyIntroduction

The department of Zoology was established in 1951 and nowit holds a pivotal position in the faculty of Science. Right from itsinception, the department has imparted quality education atB.Sc. and M.Sc. levels. It also provides facilities for post-graduate research leading to M.Phil, and Ph.D. degrees. Presentlyalmost all the faculty members are Ph.D. degree holders.More than 80 research projects funded and sponsored bynational as well as international agencies have been successfullycompleted by the faculty members. Three research journals areedited by our faculty members: (i) Wildlife and Natural History(ii) International Journal of Biological Research (iii ) Pakistan

Journal of Entomology (HEC recognized). We are proud tomention that more than two thousand (2000) research paper by thefaculty members of Zoology have been published in national andinternational research journals. Besides the publication ofresearch papers, our faculty members have published books aswell (50 in number).

Career Opportunities The graduates of Zoology get jobs as teachers of Zoology inUniversities. Colleges and Schools, as subject experts in variousEducational Boards. Job opportunities are available in theDepartment of Agriculture, Agriculture Extension Department.Department of Forestry, Plant Protection, Freshwater Fisheries.Marine Fisheries Department , Fish Processing Industries, CoastalDevelopment, Marine Observatories. Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA). Fisheries Harbour Authority. NavalHydrography and

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