Allama Iqbal Open University Ph.D courses detail











1)Ph.D Programmes

Ph.D. Iqbal Studies


Ph.D. Urdu


Ph.D. Education in Distance and Non-formal Education (DNFE)


Ph.D (FOOD & NUT)


PH.D (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)


PH.D(Computer Science)


Ph.D. Statistics


Ph.D. Physics


Ph.D. Mass Communication


Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension


Ph.D. Teacher Education


Ph.D. Educational Planning & Management (EPM)


Ph.D. Special Education (M.Phil based)


Ph.D. Shariah


Ph.D Islamic Studies (Quran & Tafseer)


Ph.D (Science Education)





Programme Details Of Ph.D. Iqbal Studies


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Iqbal Studies


Introduction:




The Department of Iqbal Studies was established in the university when it was renamed with Allama Iqbal's ascription. It is offering two courses at Intermediate, three courses at B.A. level, full programme with thirty six credit hours at M Phil level and PhD Iqbal Studies Program.


Admission Requirement:




M Phil Iqbal Studies from any recognized university in first division or CGPA (3.0)

Test/Interview by the PhD.Admisison committee.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

Urdu/English/Arabic


Teaching Methodology:




The University allots Study Centre and Tutors for the Students to get guideline accordingly. A student has to secure passing marks in Assignments as well as in final exams to successfully complete concerned Educational Programme.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. IQBAL'S URDU POETRY (ZARBE-KALEEM)-6701

2. SELECTED PERSIAN TEXT OF IQBAL-6702

3. POLITICAL THOUGHTS OF IQBAL-6703




Semester: 2

1. RELIGIOUS THOUGHTS OF IQBAL-6704

2. LECTURES OF IQBAL-6705

3. RESEARCH & TEXTS EDITING WITH REFERENCE TO IQBAL-6706




Semester: 3

1. PH.D (THESIS)-700


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

NULL


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

NULL


Viva:

Compulosy


Programme Details Of Ph.D. Urdu


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Urdu


Introduction:




The Department of Urdu has been offering Ph.D Urdu since 1998. Admission for Ph.D Urdu are announced in Spring semester (commencing from 1st February) every year.


Admission Requirement:




MPhil Urdu or equivalent from any HEC recognized university in first division (in Annual System) or CGPA (3.0 out of 4) in Semester System.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

Urdu


Teaching Methodology:




The University allots Study Centre and Tutors for the Students to get guideline accordingly. A student has to secure passing marks in Assignments as well as in final exams to successfully complete concerned Educational Programme.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CLASSIC LITERATURE-6731

2. LINGUISTICS-6732

3. APPLIED CRITICISM-6733




Semester: 2

1. APPLIED RESEARCH-6734

2. MANUSCRIPTS STUDY & EDITING-6735

3. STYLES AND STYLISTICS-6736




Semester: 3

1. Two seminars before submission of thesis in the Department-6737




Semester: 4

1. THESIS-6738


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

N/A


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

No


Viva:

Compulosy



Programme Details Of Ph.D. Education In Distance And Non-Formal Education (DNFE)


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Education in Distance and Non-formal Education (DNFE)


Introduction:




Ph.D programme (Distance, Non-Formal and Continuing Education) aims to provide persons with high level of skills in planning, developing and implementation of distance education, non-formal education, adult education, literacy and continuing education programme at national, provincial and local level. Moreover, it enables the graduates to conduct basic and applied researchs in the context of Pakistan.


Admission Requirement:




Graduates holding MS/ M.Phil of equivalent with (GPA 3.00/1st division in 30 credit hours will be eligible for admission in Ph.D programme.

Candidate will apply for admission on prescribed from to the concerned Chairman of the department. If the candidate wishes to apply in more than one specialization, he/she has to apply separately for each specialization.

Admission will be strictly on approved criteria.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




The University allots Study Centre and Tutors for the Students to get guideline accordingly. A student has to secure passing marks in Assignments as well as in final exams to successfully complete concerned Educational Programme.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. COMPARATIVE EDUCATION-4774

2. INSTRUMENTATION IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH-4775

3. E-LEARING-4778




Semester: 2

1. ADULT & LIFE LONG EDUCATION-4771

2. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN DISTANCE EDUCATION-4773

3. DISCOURSE ANALYSIS-4776

4. EMERGING TRENDS IN PEDAGOGY-4777

5. INCLUSIVE EDUCATION-4779

6. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT-4783




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-4786


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

N/A


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

N/A


Viva:

Compulosy



Programme Details Of Ph.D (FOOD & NUT)


Programme Name:

Ph.D (FOOD & NUT)


Introduction:

The purpose of MS/MPhil based PhD Food and Nutrition is to offer a value added degree programme that focuses on the research based prevention strategies of wide range of avoidable nutritional problems. It focuses on in-service health professionals and nutritional experts involved in teaching postgraduate level programmes committed to undertake good nutritional care of the community.


Admission Requirement:

The minimum entry requirement for admission to PhD programme shall be: 1. Minimum 18 years of schooling in the following subjects with First Division from HEC recognized institutions. a) Food & Nutrition (Home Economics) b) Human Nutrition c) Community Health & Nutrition (AIOU) d) MSc (Hons.) Food Technology. (These candidates will be required to complete deficiency courses successfully before applying for admission in PhD. The Admission Committee will identify the deficiency courses on case to case basis keeping in view the requirements of the programmes.


Selection Process:

AS per HEC policy


Duration:

03 years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:

Face to Face/ Blended learning


AIOU Credits Required:

Minimum of 30 credit hours


Course Required:

Courses equal to 18 Credit hours


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

The programme was partially funded by Department for International Development (DFID) & British Council under Higher Education Link (HEL) Programme. Technical assistance and expert advice has been provided by the Center for Health and Nutrition Research, Nine Wells Hospital of University of Dundee, Scotland, UK


Workshop:

02 workshops each of two weeks duration, one in the begening and one in the end of semester


Thesis:

12 credit hours research work


Practical:

Lab/ community based


Viva:

Yes- Thesis defence
Programme Details Of PH.D (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)





Programme Name:

PH.D (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)


Introduction:

The Department of Business Administration was established in 1986 with the objective to impart managerial education and skills in the discipline of Business Administration. Since its inception, the Department has made tremendous progress towards achieving its ultimate goal of becoming a centre of excellence in Business Management education and research in Pakistan. The Department has assembled outstanding teaching faculty and developed extensive teaching material for the improvement of education in Pakistan. The University first time launched MBA program in 1986, MBA-IT in 2001 and MBA-Banking & Finance in Spring 2005 semester. Presently, the Department is offering MBA (3� Years), MBA 2� years, MBA Rural Management, PGD-HRM, MS (Management Sciences) and PhD programs with different specializations. These programs would contribute significantly to the national goals by developing the professionals equipped with modern business techniques. These programs are designed to enable the professionals to upgrade their skills and enhance business qualifications. Further, it is hoped that the graduates from this university would have recognition in the human resource market and enjoy a respectable status in public and private sector organizations, operating in Pakistan and abroad. The Department has well qualified faculty members including MPhil/MS and PhDs both from national and foreign universities.


Admission Requirement:

The MS or MPhil degree holders in Business Administration or related disciplines from any HEC recognized institution with 3.00/4.00 CGPA or Ist Division would be eligible to apply. i. The program would be merit base therefore fee/dues may not be deposited by the student until the offer letter from AIOU Admission Office is received. ii. For PhD Degree, the applicant must have relevant MS degree from an HEC recognized university, or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or 1st division. iii. An applicant in relevant field with 1st class Masters Degree from a foreign recognized university or with MBA degree (18 years of education with research thesis) from HEC recognized university with CGPA 3.00/4.00 or 1st division, having recognized research experience, would be considered for admission. iv. There shall be a Departmental Admission Committee under the Chair of Department of Business Administration to finalize the admissions. v. Any student, who was rusticated, expelled, or whose entry in any College/University Campus was banned for any reason whatsoever at any time during his/her academic career, shall not be admitted to any program. vi. Preliminary selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of criteria laid down by the Department/ University. The candidates are required to pass the written test/interview (subject based) designed by Departmental Admission Committee for admission to the PhD program. vii. Only admitted candidates would be informed to deposit the fee by Director (Admission) that would confirm the admission of the candidate.


Selection Process:


Duration:


Medium of Instruction:


Teaching Methodology:


AIOU Credits Required:


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. Advanced Management Thoughts-9561

2. International Business-9562

3. Research Design-I -9563




Semester: 2

1. One Course according to Specialization-

2. Public & Business Policy Interface-9565

3. Seminar on Financial Management (Specialization)-9566

4. Seminar on Human Resource Management (Specialization)-9567




Semester: 3

1. Thesis-9569


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:


Workshop:


Thesis:


Practical:


Viva:
Programme Details Of PH.D(Computer Science)





Programme Name:

PH.D(Computer Science)


Introduction:

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is proud to offer a unique localized PhD program using modern technologies. The program is open to faculty members and professionals of all Pakistani universities. Course work is offered through Video Conference or using OLIVE e-learning (synchronous meeting over Internet). Distance lectures will be delivered by faculty members from Pakistani and Foreign Universities. A local Associate Faculty member will be provided to all expert faculty members. Associated Faculty members will work with foreign faculty to take responsibility of course work and assist in administrative and teaching assignments etc. All assessments will be performed by the expert faculty members as per rules of the university.


Admission Requirement:

A candidate is eligible to apply for PhD (Computer Science) program having MS in the relevant field or equivalent level with minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 70% marks.


Selection Process:


Duration:


Medium of Instruction:


Teaching Methodology:


AIOU Credits Required:


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. PhD Elective I-

2. PhD Elective II-

3. PhD Elective III-




Semester: 2

1. PhD Elective IV-

2. PhD Elective V-

3. PhD Elective VI-




Semester: 3

1. PhD Thesis-5750




Semester: 4

1. PhD Thesis-5750




Semester: 5

1. PhD Thesis-5750




Semester: 6

1. PhD Thesis-5750


Elective / Major Courses:

1. Software Development: Tools & Processes-7701

2. Advanced Database System Design-7702

3. Advanced Data Mining-7703

4. System Simulation-7704

5. Internet Systems and Application-7705

6. Topics in Video Computing-7706

7. Image and Video Compression-7707

8. Digital Image Processing-7708

9. Multimedia Systems-7709

10. Computer Animations in Education-7710

11. Philosophy of Cognition-7711

12. Educational Technology: Design & Evaluation-7712

13. Topics in Machine Learning-7713

14. Knowledge Engineering-7714

15. PhD Research Seminar I/Research Paper I-7715

16. PhD Research Seminar II/Research Paper II-7716


Semester:


Collaborations:


Workshop:


Thesis:


Practical:


Viva:
Programme Details Of Ph.D. Statistics


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Statistics


Introduction:




The Department was established in 1988. Initially, Computer Science and Mathematics were also its part, then in November, 1999, Computer Science was established as an independent Department. Similarly, in May, 2014, Mathematics was also announced as an independent Department. At the beginning, the Department introduced various programs of Computer Science along with a variety of Mathematics and Statistics courses.

The mission of Department of Statistics is to advance the frontiers of statistical science research in both theory and applications; to provide learning environments that produce well educated statisticians; to join with others in bringing the strengths of the statistical sciences to address the needs of the local and global society.


Admission Requirement:




The candidates must have MS/MPhil Statistics with minimum 3.0 CGPA (in semester system) or First Division (in annual system).

Departmental Admission Committee will finalize the admissions after conducting the test and interview as per AIOU rules.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

3 years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




Face to Face Classes.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

6 courses of 3 credit hours each. Total 18 credit hours course work is requiredSemester: 1

1. ELECTIVE-I-

2. ELECTIVE-II-

3. ADVANCED TOPICS IN REGRESSION & ECONOMETRICS-4769




Semester: 2

1. ELECTIVE-III-

2. ELECTIVE-IV-

3. ADVANCED TOPICS IN STATISTICAL INFERENCE-4770




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-4768




Semester: 4

1. THESIS-4768




Semester: 5

1. THESIS-4768




Semester: 6

1. THESIS-4768


Elective / Major Courses:

1. Survival Analysis-4761

2. Bayesian Inferential Statistics-4762

3. Stochastic Processes-4763

4. Measure Theory-4765

5. Response Surface Design-4766

6. Recent Developments in Statistics-4767

7. Actuarial Statistics-9751

8. Statistical Theory for Extreme Events-9752

9. Mixture Distributions-9753

10. Applied Time Series Econometrics-9754

11. Spatial Data Analysis-9755

12. Generalized Logistic Regression-9756

13. Repeated Measure Analysis-9757

14. Multilevel Modeling-9758

15. Mathematical Demography-9759


Semester:


Collaborations:

N/A


Workshop:

regular classes 3 days a week


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

YES


Viva:

Compulosy
Programme Details Of Ph.D. Physics


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Physics


Introduction:




Realizing the need of technology and scientific education in Pakistan Department of Physics at AIOU began in 1998 with technological needs in areas like Energy, Energy Efficiency, Climate, Energy for Sustainable Development, Renewable energy, Hydrogen Energy, Environment, �astronomy, nanotechnology, materials science, Plasma, Medical Physics, Cosmology, Geo Physics, Density Functional Theory �(DFT), and nuclear fields. A major emphasis of current research activities are on promotion in renewable energy and related areas in which the Department have led to innovations.

The Department is presently running MSc, MPhil and PhD degree program with specialization in various disciplines. New fields of specialization and programme of studies are approved and be operational from the next academic year. Apart from capacity development activities Department of Physics has been involved in several international, national and regional research projects. Physics Department has developed research linkage with other National and International Universities and research organizations of repute to ensure two-way flow of knowledge.


Admission Requirement:




For admission into PhD, minimum CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0 in the semester system)

or

First Division (in the annual system) in MPhil Physics/MS/Equivalent degree is required.

Admission will be made as per HEC criteria.

All rules of BASR/AIOU regarding PhD will be applied.

Qualifying Departmental Test and Interview is mandatory for PhD Admission.

Two reference letters and research proposal is mandatory for admission.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




Face to Face Classes.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS-9701

2. EXPERIMENTAL TECHNIQUES IN PHYSICS-9702

3. Renewable Energy Sources-9706




Semester: 2

1. ELECTIVE-I-

2. ELECTIVE-II-

3. ELECTIVE-III-




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-9700




Semester: 4

1. THESIS-9700


Elective / Major Courses:

1. Advanced Semiconductor Physics-9703

2. Statistical Physics-9704

3. Environmental Physics-9705

4. Hydrogen Energy Technology-9707

5. Energy Audit and Thermal Energy Conservation-9708

6. Energy Resources and Technologies-9709


Semester:


Collaborations:

NCP, UOB, PU, PIAES, NILOP, FU, QU, GCU, GCW, BUITIMS, BKWU, BUZ, IUB, PU, UM, ICHT,


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

18


Viva:

Compulosy
Programme Details Of Ph.D. Mass Communication


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Mass Communication


Introduction:




PhD in Mass Communication involves 18 credit hours coursework followed by comprehensive research to generate body of knowledge on the mass communication phenomena. The coursework comprises International Communication and Globalization, Media Debates, Political Communication, Content Analysis Research, and Approaches to Mass Communication Theories and Effects. This programme will make students learn the global perspectives of Mass communication, and help them explore media-society relationships. Besides, the students will be able to debate, and independently investigate the issues relating to political and sociological perspectives of Mass Media and communication at national and international levels. OBJECTIVES The PhD Mass Communication programme has been designed to advance higher studies and research in Mass Communication enabling students to critically analyze the relationships between media and society.


Admission Requirement:




M.Phil Degree in Mass Communication from a recognized university in first division or CGPA (3.0).


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




The University allots Study Centre and Tutors for the Students to get guideline accordingly. A student has to secure passing marks in Assignments as well as in final exams to successfully complete concerned Educational Programme.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION AND GLOBULIZATION-6761

2. MEDIA DEBATE-6762

3. POLITICAL COMMUNICATION-6763




Semester: 2

1. CONTENT ANALYSIS RESEARCH IN MASS COMMUNICATION-6764

2. APPROACHES TO MASS COMM : MEDIA EFFECTS.THEORIES & STUDIES-I-6765

3. APPROACHES TO MASS.COMM: MEDIA EFFECTS.THEORIES & STUDIES-II-6766




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-6767


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

Nil


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

N/A


Viva:

Compulosy
Programme Details Of Ph.D. In Agricultural Extension


Programme Name:

Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension


Introduction:




The Department of Agricultural Sciences (DAS) is making earnest efforts aiming at supplementing, supporting and re-enforcing extension services and offering agriculture related programs at different levels.

Agriculture progress in most developing countries has mainly involved an increase in the production of staple crops, the introduction of industrial crops and development of livestock production.

At present, higher education in agriculture is imparted by four formal agricultural universities in Pakistan, which are not catering in-service personnel. AIOU conducted a survey to get an idea about the higher education in Agricultural Extension, Livestock Management, Forestry Extension & Rural Development and received a positive response from candidates who could not improve their qualification from formal Agricultural Universities for one or other reason and are now working in different governmental departments and NGOs.


Admission Requirement:




The minimum requirement for admission to PhD in Agricultural Extension shall be M.Sc (Hons) Agricultural Extension with first division or 3:00 GPA

Or

MSc (Hons) Agriculture degree with first division with deficiency courses. The deficiency courses will be given by PhD admission committee to those candidates whose basic eligible degree is other than Agricultural Extension specialization from approved courses of MSc (Hons) Agricultural Extension Program.

Admission will be made as per HEC criteria.

All rules of BASR/AIOU regarding MS/MPhil/PhD will apply to PhD Agricultural Extension Program.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




Face to Face Classes.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. APPLICATION OF EXTENSION METHODS-1742

2. AUDIO-VISULA COMMUNICATION IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION-2524

3. COMMUNICATION STRATEGIS IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION-2527




Semester: 2

1. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND GENDER ISSUES-1743

2. SPECIAL TOPICS-1744

3. DIFFUSION OF INNOVATION-2505




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-1771


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

Nill


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

Research


Viva:

Compulosy
Programme Details Of Ph.D. Teacher Education


Programme Name:

Ph.D. Teacher Education


Introduction:




The Department of Teacher Education was established in 1985 and was bifurcated into Secondary and Elementary Teacher Education Departments in July 2003. Its programmes aim at imparting academic and professional knowledge and training to in-services and pre service teachers and scholars.

The programmes/courses of this department comprises MA and MEd Beside these professional degree programmes, the department also offers MPhil and PhD (MS/MPhil Based) in Education, which are aimed to prepare highly skilled leaderships in the field of education.


Admission Requirement:




Graduate holding MS/MPhil in the relevant area or equivalent with GPA 3.00/Ist Division will be eligible for admission in PhD Programme.

Test and Interview will be conducted by the department concerned.

Candidate will apply for admission on prescribed form to the concerned chairman of the department. If the candidate wishes to apply in more than one specialization, he/she has to apply separately for each specialization.

Admission will be strictly on merit and on approved criteria.


Selection Process:




Selection of the candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/criteria laid down by the Department/ University.


Duration:

Maximum 5 Years


Medium of Instruction:

English


Teaching Methodology:




The University allots Study Centre and Tutors for the Students to get guideline accordingly. A student has to secure passing marks in Assignments as well as in final exams to successfully complete concerned Educational Programme.


AIOU Credits Required:

42 Credit hours


Course Required:

Semester: 1

1. COMPARATIVE EDUCATION-4774

2. INSTRUMENTATION IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH-4775

3. E-LEARING-4778




Semester: 2

1. DISCOURSE ANALYSIS-4776

2. EMERGING TRENDS IN PEDAGOGY-4777

3. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT-4782

4. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT-4783




Semester: 3

1. THESIS-4787


Elective / Major Courses:


Semester:


Collaborations:

N/A


Workshop:

One Week Workshop per 3 Credit Hours


Thesis:

Compulsory


Practical:

N/A


Viva:

Compulosy













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