MPhil Sociology

This program will be launched in Fall 2022 with the objective of providing a high-quality research-based education in line with market demand and by preparing students with sound academic foundations in Sociology and the Social Sciences, and an attitude toward lifelong learning. This two-year program is offered to students who have completed their 16 years of education in the field of Sociology or related Social Sciences. The program consists of a two-semester course work (24 credit hours) followed by a research thesis (06 credit hours) being supervised by a Ph.D. faculty member.

Mission Statement

The Mission of the Department of Sociology, MPhil Sociology degree program, is to prepare students for various professional occupations in Sociology and related fields and/ or the pursuit of advanced degrees in Sociology, by educating them in the advanced concepts, theories, research, service, and ethics of Sociology and other Social Sciences.

The student learning objectives of the program include:

  • To master the concepts by understanding classical and modern theories in Sociology
  • To broaden students’ understanding of quantitative research methods and analysis techniques in Sociology
  • To broaden students’ understanding of qualitative research methods and analysis techniques in Sociology
  • To facilitate students in conducting and presenting quantitative/qualitative research thesis
  • To teach students about the importance of values such as community service, integrity, respect and dignity of humans, and discipline in addition to professional ethics in sociology
  • Apply the knowledge base, thinking, and technical skills relevant to the future and present job market and for graduate school in Pakistan and abroad

Admission Criteria

A 4-year Bachelor’s degree (completed with at least 2.0 CGPA) from any HEC-recognized university, or a conventional MA/MSc (completed with at least 60% marks) in Sociology, Social Work, Demography, Rural Sociology, Criminology, Social Sciences, Economics, Gender Studies, Anthropology, Psychology, Development Studies, Political Science, History, or any related discipline that provides a strong background in Sociology, or have a minor in Sociology.

NOTE:

Acceptance is based upon an overall evaluation of the candidate, including academic achievement, statement of purpose, practical experience in Sociology, English language proficiency, demonstrated social service, and representation of a particular culture, religion, or ethnicity in Pakistan.

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.

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.
  6. Students having a foreign Bachelor’s Degree must get their Equivalence from the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
  7. Two Reference Letters.
  8. 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).
  9. One recent passport-sized photograph.
  10. One copy each of the Student’s CNIC and of the Father/Guardian.
  11. 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.

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