Quaid e Azam University Islamabad Admissions (Spring-2018)Master’s Programme

Admission Notice - Master’s Programme (2018)

Applications are invited for admission to the Master’s Programme from candidates possessing at least a second-class Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an HEC recognized University. The following subjects are available for admission:

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Chemistry
Computer Sciences
Electronics
Information Technology
Mathematics
Statistics

Faculty of Biological Sciences

Animal Sciences
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Plant Sciences
Environmental Sciences

Faculty of Social Sciences

Anthropology
Archaeology
BBS (Bachelor of Business Studies)
Defence & Strategic Studies
Gender Studies
Public Administration (MPA)
Pakistan Studies
Psychology
Sociology

Note: Minimum duration of the M.Sc/MPA/BBS Programme is 2 years (4 semesters).

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must possess a bachelor or equivalent degree (14-years) with at least a second division (45% marks) from an HEC recognized university.
Applicants must have studied the specified courses mentioned in the QAU Prospectus as pre-requisites for admission.
Entry test is required for some subjects, and applicants must pass with at least 40% marks.

Ineligibility: The following are not eligible for admission to the Master’s programme:

Those who have failed in a Master’s Programme of this University.
Those who have ceased to be a student of this University.
Those who already possess a Master or an equivalent degree from this or any other University (except for applicants of Computer Science (Self-Finance), MPA, and Archaeology).
Students already enrolled in the M.Sc. Programme of this University or any other University.
For Anthropology/Sociology, applicants with any degree exceeding 14 years are not eligible.

How to Apply:

Download the Admission Data Summary Sheet from the QAU website.
Submit a Challan of Rs. 2000/- in Habib Bank Ltd. OR Askari Bank Ltd. in favor of the Treasurer, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.
Attach the Bank Challan with the downloaded Admission Data Summary Sheet and other requisite documents.
Send the forms and documents to the Assistant Registrar (Admissions), Camp Office, at the back of Central Library, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.

Subject Priorities:

Applicants are advised to fill/opt the priorities carefully as they cannot be changed once filled.
An applicant can opt for a maximum of three priorities of subjects on Regular (R) OR on Self-Finance (S) basis or both in the same subjects (3 (R) + 3 (S) = 6).

Reserved Seats:

Seats are reserved for Children of Army Personnel, Disabled Persons, and Minorities.

Admissions:

Admissions on Regular basis (Normal Fee) shall be granted strictly on merit subject to Provincial/Regional Quota.
A limited number of seats shall be filled on Self-Finance basis only on merit irrespective of Provincial/Regional Quota.
Merit is determined based on academic performance in previous degrees and certificates without considering the Entry Test scores.

Entry Tests:

Entry tests are for short-listing purposes only and do not count towards merit.
Cumulative merit is determined from previous academic records.

Equivalence Certificates and Conversion of Grades into Marks:

Applicants with foreign certificates/degrees should provide equivalence certificates and conversion of grades into marks from HEC for Bachelor level degrees and from IBCC for Matric and Intermediate levels.
Certificates/Degrees with CGPA of local Universities/Institutions also require conversion of grades into marks from the concerned institutions in Pakistan.

Display of Merit Lists:

Display of 1st Merit List: 30-01-2018
Display of 2nd Merit List: 06-02-2018
Display of 3rd Merit List: 09-02-2018
Display of 4th Merit List: 13-02-2018
Display of 5th Merit List: 20-02-2018
Display of 6th Merit List: 23-02-2018
Display of 7th Merit List (if required): 27-02-2018

Hostel Accommodation:

Provided based on availability.

Scholarships/Financial Assistance:

Available for deserving Pakistani National students in collaboration with various agencies.

Application Procedure:

Download Need Based Scholarship Form from QAU website.
Submit duly filled application forms for scholarships/financial assistance to the office of Financial Assistance, Room No.17, Admin. Block, QAU, Islamabad.

Important Instructions:

Any incorrect/misleading information may result in refusal/cancellation of admission.
Original Migration Certificates must be submitted within 15 days of admission.
Admission Forms sent by Post/Courier must reach the University by 16-01-2018.
Data of all applicants will be available on the University website on 19-01-2018; applicants are advised to check for errors/mistakes and inform the Admission Section by 24-01-2018.
Left-over documents must be submitted by 24-01-2018.
The office of Assistant Registrar (Admissions) will remain open to receive documents from Monday-Friday (09:00 AM to 04:00 PM).

Contact Information: PROF.DR. IMTIAZ-UD-DIN

QAU Official Link