An Overview of Programme

The undergraduate degree in BS Political Science, affiliated with University of the Punjab, is one of the most sought after a degree which gives an edge in knowledge, academic understandings, and real skills that underpin a successful career that engages with politics and other public policy organizations. The course is designed to broaden the knowledge of graduates in diverse fields of political science. BS Political Science enhances ability to think critically about political systems world-wide, processes, institutions and disciplines related to political power, citizenship and governance. It is designed to streamline the education of Political Science in Pakistan and bring it in line with the international standard. The course is designed to broaden the knowledge of graduates in diverse fields of political science. The program aims at the development of an educated community which is equipped with the potentials to cope effectively with the challenges of modern world. Students are offered the opportunity to infuse a healthy dose of Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, or History into their political studies. Therefore, this degree also offers students the possibility to engage with the rest of the social sciences curriculum so that they can meaningfully benefit from a broad-based, interdisciplinary education.

Upon successful completion of the program for BS in Political Science, graduates will be able to apply concepts and theories used in the study of political science to the analysis of interests, institutions and behaviors in line with the international context. The graduates of the program will be able to understand the differences in political systems and the backgrounds in which they function. Thorough study of the discipline helps to maintain debate orally and in writing using a variety of channels. Political Science graduates will be able to join careers in government services, national and international business, intelligence community, diplomatic domains and foreign affairs.