MPhil Physics

The MPhil Physics is a two year program consisting of two semesters of coursework followed by two semesters of research. Coursework includes core courses and electives. Research is conducted in Experimental Material Science, Nanophysics and Nanotechnology and Theoretical Physics. The program consists of four regular semesters of 40 credit hours in total. 24 credit hours of coursework must be completed in the first two semesters while the 3rd and 4th semesters will be dedicated to research. Limited teaching assistantships are available.

Admission Criteria

A 4-year Bachelor’s degree from any HEC-recognized university in either Physics or Mathematics with a minimum of 2.0 CGPA.

OR

A conventional MSc in Physics or Mathematics with a minimum of 60% marks.

NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) Departmental Test, 2) Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT), 3) interview, and 4) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, statement of purpose and English language proficiency.

Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript within the due dates.

Postgraduate Admissions Timeline (Spring 2025) – Round 1

A

Admissions Begin

November  01, 2024

B

Last Date for Submission of Form

November  27, 2024

C

Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT) and Departmental Test

Date: December 03-05, 2024

Time: TBD

Venue: TBD

D

Interview

Date: December 10-11, 2024

Time: TBD

Venue: TBD

E

Merit List 

December 16, 2024

F

Last Date for Fee Submission

December 20, 2024

G

Classes Begin

February 17, 2025

 

 

Required Documents

  1. Attested copy of the original Matriculation / O Level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable).
    • In case of the O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed. They should include English, Mathematics and 3 compulsory subjects (Pakistan Studies, Islamiyat and Urdu).
  2. Attested copy of the original Intermediate / A Level / High School / IB result (web downloaded results are not acceptable).
    • In case of the A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed.
  3. Attested copy of the O and A Level, High School or IB Equivalence Certificate (whichever applicable) issued by the IBCC.
  4. Attested copies of the final transcript and degree of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelor’s and 2-year Conventional Master’s.
    • In case you have not received your degree yet, you are required to apply for it.
  5. ‘Students can submit their Transcript at least till the 7th semester at the time of Admission Form submission. If offered admission, it will be a provisional offer; they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester.‘ that (This point is applicable to Fall admissions only). 
  7. Students having a foreign Bachelor’s Degree must get their Equivalence from the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
  8. Two Reference Letters.
  9. Statement of Purpose (300 – 500 words) describing the reason(s) why the student is applying to the program, long-term goals and the reason(s) for selecting Forman Christian College (A Chartered University).
  10. One recent passport-sized photograph.
  11. One copy each of the Student’s CNIC and of the Father/Guardian.
  12. Receipt of the Application Processing Fee (Rs. 4000).

Note: All documents submitted must be attested by a Gazetted Officer.

Payment Modes for Admission Processing Fee

  1. Please click here for instructions on how to pay your Application Processing Fee over the counter in HBL, UBL, Meezan & Allied Bank.
  2. Please click here for instructions on how to pay your Application Processing Fee through HBL, Meezan Bank & UBL Mobile App & Internet Banking.
  3. Please click here to pay the Application Processing Fee online.

In case you are not located in Lahore, you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3500 from any Branch of HBL in the name of ‘Forman Christian College’. Then send us the Courier at ‘Admissions Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600’.

In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk.

Click here for the Department Test Sample Paper.
Click here for the Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT) Sample Paper.

Click Here to apply

Click Here for the Merit List.

  • Main focus on research in both Theoretical and Experimental Fields
  • All Instructors have PhD Degrees and some have Post-doctoral foreign experience as well
  • We conduct international Physics convention every year
  • We have collaboration with different institutions at National and International Level. We have signed an agreement with The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy, where every year two faculty members or two PhD candidates visit to attend conferences and workshops which are entirely funded by ICTP
  • We take our Students to participate in different Conferences

Research Collaborations

  • COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Lahore
  • Government College University (GCU), Lahore
  • The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy
  • National Centre for Physics (NCP), Islamabad
  • National Institute of Lasers and Optronics (NILOP), Islamabad
  • University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore
  • University of Maryland, USA

PhD Physics

PhD Physics is a three year degree program that can be extended further as per policy. The program consists of 2 semesters of coursework of 18 credit hours followed by a minimum of 4 semesters of research of 12 credit hours. In the first year, students have to complete 18 credit hours coursework, which is followed by a comprehensive examination. The student is expected to carry out original research work under the supervision of a faculty member (who is an HEC approved supervisor) from the Department. The Department of Physics is equipped with many state-of-the-art research facilities.

At FCCU, admission to the PhD program is made in the research areas which are supported through research projects, and in which faculty research groups are currently engaged. Current PhD students are enrolled and working in both theoretical as well as experimental disciplines.

Admission Criteria

  • Minimum CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in the semester system or first division in the annual system in MPhil/MS/equivalent in Physics or Mathematics.
  • Passing a subject test conducted by the National Testing Service (NTS) or ETS (USA) in a specialized area chosen at the PhD level.
  • In the case of the GAT subject test, a minimum of 60% marks are required.
  • In the case of the GRE subject test, a minimum of 60% score is required.
  • Passing a departmental test conducted by the Department of Physics.
  • Passing the Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT).
  • Passing an interview conducted by the PhD admissions committee.
  • The candidate will submit a research statement along with the admission application.

NOTE: Acceptance is based upon the 1) GAT / GRE Score, 2) Departmental Test, 3) Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT), 4) interview and 5) an overall evaluation of the candidate, including: academic achievement, research statement and English language proficiency.

Provisional admission can be sought by students awaiting final results. Their admission will only be confirmed once they have submitted their complete official Transcript and GAT / GRE Score within the due dates.

Postgraduate Admissions Timeline (Spring 2025) – Round 1

A

Admissions Begin

November  01, 2024

B

Last Date for Submission of Form

November  27, 2024

C

Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT) and Departmental Test

Date: December 03-05, 2024

Time: TBD

Venue: TBD

D

Interview

Date: December 10-11, 2024

Time: TBD

Venue: TBD

E

Merit List 

December 16, 2024

F

Last Date for Fee Submission

December 20, 2024

G

Classes Begin

February 17, 2025

 

 

Required Documents

  1. Attested copy of the original Matriculation / O Level result (web downloaded results are not acceptable).
    • In case of the O Level, a minimum of 8 subjects must have been passed. They should include English, Mathematics and 3 compulsory subjects (Pakistan Studies, Islamiyat and Urdu).
  2. Attested copy of the original Intermediate / A Level / High School / IB result (web downloaded results are not acceptable).
    • In case of the A Level, a minimum of 3 subjects must have been passed.
  3. Attested copy of the O and A Level, High School or IB Equivalence Certificate (whichever applicable) issued by the IBCC.
  4. Attested copies of the final transcript and degree of 4-year Honors / 2-year Conventional Bachelor’s and 2-year Conventional Master’s.
  5. Attested copies of the final Transcript and Degree of MPhil / MS.
    • In case you have not received your degree yet, you are required to apply for it.
  6. Students can submit their MPhil / MS Transcript at least till the 3rd semester at the time of form submission. If offered admission, it will be a provisional offer; they must submit an attested copy of their complete official Transcript within 30 days of the beginning of the semester.
  7. Students having a foreign Bachelor’s / MPhil / MS Degree must get their Equivalence from the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
  8. Attested copy of the GAT Subject / GRE Subject result.
  9. Click here for HEC Webpage
  10. Research statement (1000 – 1500 words) where you would provide a concise write-up about the research theme that you would like to pursue. Include a brief description of your proposed research work plan as well.
  11. Two Reference Letters.
  12. One recent passport-sized photograph.
  13. One copy each of the Student’s CNIC and of the Father/Guardian.
  14. Receipt of the Application Processing Fee (Rs. 4000).

Note: All documents submitted must be attested by a Gazetted Officer.

Payment Modes for Admission Processing Fee

  1. Please click here for instructions on how to pay your Application Processing Fee over the counter in HBL, UBL, Meezan & Allied Bank.
  2. Please click here for instructions on how to pay your Application Processing Fee through HBL, Meezan Bank & UBL Mobile App & Internet Banking.
  3. Please click here to pay the Application Processing Fee online.

In case you are not located in Lahore, you can send us the Admission Form along with all the required documents through Courier. You would need to make a Pay Order of Rs. 3500 from any Branch of HBL in the name of ‘Forman Christian College’. Then send us the Courier at ‘Admissions Office, Ahmad Saeed Administration Building, Forman Christian College, Ferozepur Road, Lahore 54600’.

In case of any query, contact nasirgill@fccollege.edu.pk.

Click Here to Apply

Click here for the Postgraduate Entrance Admission Test (PEAT) Sample Paper.

Click here for the Merit List for Round 1 of Admissions.

Click here for the Merit List for Round 2 of Admissions.

    • Main focus on research in both Theoretical and Experimental Fields
    • All Instructors have PhD Degrees and some have Post-doctoral foreign experience as well
    • We conduct international Physics convention every year
    • We have collaboration with different institutions at National and International Level. We have signed an agreement with The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy, where every year two faculty members or two PhD candidates visit to attend conferences and workshops which are entirely funded by ICTP
    • We take our Students to participate in different Conferences
      Research Collaborations

      • COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Lahore
      • Government College University (GCU), Lahore
      • The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy
      • National Centre for Physics (NCP), Islamabad
      • National Institute of Lasers and Optronics (NILOP), Islamabad
      • University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore
      • University of Maryland, USA

     

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