Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 MESSAGE FROM VICE CHANCELLOR
Welcome to LUMS!
You are embarking on perhaps the most important and exciting journey of your life. You will be
exploring new areas, discovering new interests, learning new skills and learning to view your
surroundings with a new understanding. By the end of this journey, we hope you will know what really
motivates and drives you as a person.
LUMS stands for leadership and excellence in every activity it is involved in. It is an oasis of calm with
its serene surroundings, providing the ideal environment for the best and brightest students to interact
with a superb and highly qualified faculty who open new vistas of knowledge and serve as your primary
guides here. In return, we ask both our teachers and our students to meet – and surpass – the highest
standards of academic and research excellence in the world. These students and faculty are supported by a
highly qualified and motivated administrative staff that ensures the application of merit as the only
consideration for all decisions. The faculty, students and the staff together constitute the LUMS team that
strives each day to take this institution to new heights of excellence in academics, research, community
service and knowledge exchange.
Tolerance, respect for diversity, uncompromising ethics, integrity and respect, together with our patriotic
principles of unity, faith and discipline constitute the core values of every LUMS team member. We come
from different regions of the country, from vastly different social strata, different ethnicities; a true
representation of the beautiful mosaic of Pakistan, united in our belief in core values. Sports, art, drama,
debates and a myriad of other activities, events and functions provide you with an opportunity to grow as
a person and demonstrate the values we cherish.
LUMS has grown to incorporate four schools now; the Suleman Dawood School of Business, the
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Syed Babar Ali School of
Science and Engineering, and the recently launched Ahmed Hassan School of Law. You will have the
opportunity to explore economics, business, management, humanities and social sciences, science,
engineering and law. The challenging curriculum has been designed to integrate these diverse areas of
knowledge and give you the necessary knowledge and tools to succeed in the world, while pursuing the
profession of your choice and growing to be able to address the complex humanitarian, ideological,
scientific and engineering challenges of the world.
Our job at LUMS is to help you find your passion. Your job as a Luminite is to follow that passion as far
as it takes you. We will be with you every step of the way.
Dr. S. Sohail H. Naqvi
Vice Chancellor
1 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Academic Calendar 2013-2014
August 9, 2013
August 16-20, 2013
Eid-ul-Fitr
Freshmen Orientation
FALL SEMESTER
August 21, 2013
August 21 - August 28, 2013
September 22, 2013
October 5 - 12, 2013
October 14 - 18, 2013
October 16, 2013
November 9, 2013
November 13, 2013
November 14, 2013
December 5, 2013
December 6 - 8, 2013
December 9 - 16, 2013
December 25, 2013
December 27, 2013
December 17, 2013 - January 7, 2014
First Day of Classes
Add/Drop Period
Drop Only Deadline
Mid-term Examinations
Eid-ul-Azha Holidays
Eid-ul-Azha
Iqbal Day Holiday
Ashura Holiday (Class schedule shifted to Dec 4, 2013)
Ashura Holiday (Class schedule shifted to Dec 5, 2013)
Last Day of Classes
Reading & Review Period
Final Examinations
Quaid-e-Azam Day/Christmas Holiday
Final Grades Submission Deadline
Semester Break
SPRING SEMESTER
January 8, 2014
January 14, 2014
January 8 - 15, 2014
February 5, 2014
February 9, 2014
February 21 - 28, 2014
March 3 - 7, 2014
April 24, 2014
April 25 - 27, 2014
April 28 - May 6, 2014
May 1, 2014
May 7 - 20, 2014
May 16, 2014
First Day of Classes
12th Rabi-ul-Awal (Class schedule shifted to April 24, 2014)
Add/Drop Period
Kashmir Day (Class schedule shifted to April 23, 2014)
Drop Only Deadline
Midterm Examinations
Mid-Semester Break
Last Day of Classes
Reading & Review Period
Final Examinations
Labour Day Holiday
Semester Break
Final Grades Submission Deadline
2 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SUMMER SEMESTER
May 21, 2014
May 21 - 23, 2014
June 7 - 12, 2014
Second Week of June 2014
June 30, 2014
July 8, 2014
July 9 - 11, 2014
July 12 - 18, 2014
July 24, 2014
July 29, 2014
July 28 - August 1, 2014
July 19 - August 19, 2014
First Day of Classes
Add/Drop Period
Mid-Term Examination
Convocation 2014
Ramadan starts
Last Day of Classes
Reading & Review Period
Final Examination
Final Grades Submission Deadline
Eid-ul-Fitr
Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays
End of Academic Year Break
3 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Vision
“To become an internationally acclaimed research university that serves society through excellence in
education and research.”
Mission
LUMS aspires to achieve excellence in national and international leadership through
unparalleled teaching and research, holistic undergraduate education and civic engagement to
serve the critical needs of society.
It seeks to accomplish this mission as a unified institution with cutting-edge research, a modern
and rigorous curriculum and socially responsible outreach to the nation and region.
Core Values
Merit
LUMS adheres to merit as the sole criteria in its decision making. This applies to all aspects of its
operations, from selection of faculty and staff, to admission and evaluation of students.
Academic Freedom
LUMS promotes freedom of thought and association. We believe that sustained hard work provides the
underpinning for the socio-economic development of a nation.
Integrity
We consider character building to be an integral aspect of our programmes, as learning without personal
integrity will be of little value to the individual and the society.
Diversity
LUMS academic programmes help to develop the stamina and diligence essential for success in the
increasingly competitive international environment. Our programmes are structured so that every activity
enhances student learning and individual development.
Tolerance
In practice LUMS acknowledges the paramount importance of freedom of expression. This can only be
conducted effectively in an atmosphere of open enquiry, mutual tolerance and intellectual freedom.
Excellence
LUMS is committed to striving for excellence in all its activities. The rigorous programmes offered at
LUMS prepare the participants to perform demanding intellectual tasks requiring the capacity to work
hard, the ability to think analytically and to solve problems.
4 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 LAHORE UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
ABOUT LUMS _______________________________________________________________________________ 7 HISTORY _________________________________________________________________________________ 7 SCHOOLS AT LUMS _______________________________________________________________________ 8 Suleman Dawood School of Business ____________________________________________________________ 8 Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences __________________________________ 8 Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering _________________________________________________ 9 Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law ___________________________________________________________ 9 UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME POLICIES AND REGULATIONS ____________________________ 10 1 Academic Year ___________________________________________________________________________ 10 2 Student Categories ________________________________________________________________________ 10 2.1 BA/BSc (Hons) & BS Programmes _______________________________________________________ 10 2.2 BA-LLB Programme __________________________________________________________________ 10 3 Undergraduate Programme Policies ___________________________________________________________ 11 3.1 Undergraduate Programme Duration ______________________________________________________ 11 3.2 University Core _______________________________________________________________________ 11 3.3 University Distribution Requirements _____________________________________________________ 11 4 Registration of Courses ____________________________________________________________________ 13 4.1 Phases of Course Registration ___________________________________________________________ 13 4.2 Add/Drop Period ______________________________________________________________________ 14 4.3 Dropping & Withdrawing from Courses ___________________________________________________ 14 4.4 Regular Student Status and Course Load ___________________________________________________ 15 4.5 Directed Course Work: Courses Requiring Exceptional Method of Registration ____________________ 16 4.6 Courses that require a separate mention ____________________________________________________ 18 4.7 Waiver for Islamic Studies ______________________________________________________________ 18 4.8 Pre-Requisites of Courses _______________________________________________________________ 18 4.9 Cross-listed Courses ___________________________________________________________________ 19 4.10 Repeated Courses ____________________________________________________________________ 19 4.11 Course Audit ________________________________________________________________________ 19 4.12 Course Cancellation __________________________________________________________________ 20 5 Major Declaration/Allocation________________________________________________________________ 20 5.1 Declaring a Major/Specialization _________________________________________________________ 20 5.2 Declaring a Change in Major / School _____________________________________________________ 22 5.3 Joint major___________________________________________________________________________ 23 5.4 Double Major ________________________________________________________________________ 23 6 Minor Declaration ________________________________________________________________________ 23 6.1 Rules for Minors ______________________________________________________________________ 24 7 Withdrawals _____________________________________________________________________________ 25 7.1 Voluntary Withdrawal from the Programme ________________________________________________ 25 7.2 Voluntary Withdrawal from the Semester __________________________________________________ 25 7.3 Voluntary/Planned Semester Off _________________________________________________________ 26 7.4 Involuntary Withdrawal ________________________________________________________________ 26 7.5 Unauthorized Withdrawal _______________________________________________________________ 27 8 Transfer Students _________________________________________________________________________ 27 9 Credits for Courses Taken at Other Institutions as Visiting Students _________________________________ 28 9.1 Credits for Courses taken at other Institutions under LUMS Exchange Programme __________________ 28 10 Academic Performance ___________________________________________________________________ 28 10.1 Student Evaluation: ___________________________________________________________________ 29 10.2 Grading Policy ______________________________________________________________________ 29 10.3 Grade Review Policy _________________________________________________________________ 32 5 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 10.4 Grade Change Policy _________________________________________________________________ 32 11 Attendance Policy ________________________________________________________________________ 32 11.1 BA/BS/ BSc (Hons) Programmes ________________________________________________________ 32 11.2 BA-LLB Programme (LLB Years I, II, and III) _____________________________________________ 32 12 Examination Policy ______________________________________________________________________ 33 13 Make-up Policy for Graded Instruments ______________________________________________________ 33 14 Make-up Examination ____________________________________________________________________ 34 15 Academic Standing _______________________________________________________________________ 35 15.1 Academic Warning ___________________________________________________________________ 35 15.2 Probation and Separation ______________________________________________________________ 35 15.3 Probation & Separation letters __________________________________________________________ 38 15.4 Readmission upon Separation ___________________________________________________________ 38 15.5 Readmission Conditions _______________________________________________________________ 39 15.6 After Withdrawal or Separation _________________________________________________________ 39 16 Graduation Requirements __________________________________________________________________ 39 16.1 Graduation Audit Form (GAF) __________________________________________________________ 40 16.2 Other Graduation Clearance Requirements ________________________________________________ 40 16.3 Name on Transcript & Degree __________________________________________________________ 40 16.4 Degree before Convocation (DBC) ______________________________________________________ 41 16.5 Award of Regular Degree on the Convocation Day __________________________________________ 41 16.6 Security Refund______________________________________________________________________ 41 17 Academic Honours at LUMS _______________________________________________________________ 41 17.1 Honours ____________________________________________________________________________ 41 17.2 Medals: ____________________________________________________________________________ 42 17.3 Undergraduate Semester wise/End of the year Academic Recognition ___________________________ 42 18 Code of Conduct _________________________________________________________________________ 42 19 Disciplinary Committee (DC) ______________________________________________________________ 44 19.1 Assignments ________________________________________________________________________ 45 19.2 Unprofessional Conduct _______________________________________________________________ 45 19.3 DC Decision Implementation ___________________________________________________________ 46 19.4 Procedure for Handling Grievances ______________________________________________________ 47 20 Teaching Assistantship ____________________________________________________________________ 47
List of Table_______________________________________________________________________________ 12
Table 1: Major-wise University Distribution Requirements _______________________________________ 12 Table 2: Letter Grades and their Numeric Equivalents ___________________________________________ 29 Table 3: Semester GPA calculation __________________________________________________________ 30 Table 4: CGPA Calculation (Semester 1) ______________________________________________________ 31 Table 5: CGPA Calculation (Semester 2) ______________________________________________________ 31 Table 6: Useful Contacts __________________________________________________________________ 148 Table 7: Subject Areas and Course Code Prefix________________________________________________ 149 List of Figures _____________________________________________________________________________ 36 Figure 1: Probation/Separation Conditions_____________________________________________________ 36 Figure 2: The Role of SPGPA ______________________________________________________________ 37 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, CAMPUS LIFE AND FACILITIES ________________________________ 48 ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMME OUTLINES __________________________________ 72 Disclaimer
The university reserves the right to correct or otherwise change any information without prior notice at
its sole discretion. The most updated version is available at the Register Office.
Portal.http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice > Documents to Download > Student Handbook
6 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ABOUT LUMS
HISTORY
The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) is a national university, established by sponsors
belonging to the country’s leading private and public sector corporations. The goal of the sponsors was to
develop an institution which would provide rigorous academic and intellectual training and be a feasible
alternative to leading universities abroad.
The National Management Foundation, the sponsoring body of the university was incorporated in
November 1984 and was granted a charter by the Government of Pakistan for establishing LUMS, in
March 1985, with the president of Pakistan being designated the role of the University’s Chancellor.
Through this charter, the university was given the legal right to establish degree-granting programmes.
The Board of Trustees, the policy-making body of the university, comprises leading members of the
business community, academia and representatives of the government. The principal functions of the
Board are to set broad policy guidelines and to review the operations of the University. The Board of
Governors, the sponsors of LUMS are responsible for raising the necessary funds for the University’s
operation and maintenance. Many board members are representatives of the business community and
form a crucial link between the University and the industry.
In 1986 LUMS launched its Business School with a world-class MBA Programme (the school has been
renamed as the Suleman Dawood School of Business). In 1994, LUMS started a BSc Honours
Programme in Economics and Computer Science. Over subsequent years this evolved to include more
specializations. In 2000, the School of Arts and Sciences was formed to oversee the undergraduate
programme at LUMS. Later on, Master’s programmes in Economics, Computer Science and Computer
Engineering were added, followed by the launch of doctoral programmes in Computer Science, Computer
Engineering and Mathematics. In addition, a Bachelors programme in Accounting and Finance, a PhD
programme in Management and an Executive MBA programme were added to the programmes offered
by the Suleman Dawood School of Business. In 2002, a five year, integrated, BA-LL.B degree was added
to the list of programmes offered by the School of Arts and Sciences.
As the Programmes and departments expanded, it became apparent that the scope and diversity of the
programmes offered by the School demanded more meaningful division and focus. Hence, in 2006,
School of Humanities and Social was established. It was re-named as School of Humanities, Social
Sciences and Law in 2008. Announced in Convocation 2012, it is the present Mushtaq Ahmed Gurmani
School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The School currently oversees the Social Sciences, Economics
and Law departments. A separate law school, Sheikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law has been announced
and is currently in its planning phase. Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering previously
School of Science and Engineering was launched in 2008 and comprises the departments of Mathematics,
Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Electrical Engineering.
7 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SCHOOLS AT LUMS
Suleman Dawood School of Business
The Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) was the first school to be established at LUMS, in
1986. To acknowledge the generous support received over the years by the family of the late Mr. Suleman
Dawood, a prominent entrepreneur and business leader of Pakistan, the business school was named the
“Suleman Dawood School of Business” (SDSB). The need for a challenging and relevant curriculum
suggested the use of case studies rather than conventional lectures to impart knowledge. This decision
was supported by close collaboration with Harvard Business School and the University of Western
Ontario (UWO), both of which are pioneers in this teaching philosophy.
The Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) offers a four-year BSc (Honours) degree in the
following majors:

Accounting and Finance

Management Science
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences (MGSHSS) offers the most
innovative teaching programmes for students. It provides the most invigorating research environment for
faculty in the whole South Asian region.
MGSHSS comprises three departments: Humanities & Social Sciences, Economics and Law & Policy*.
*Department of Law & Policy offers a five-year BA-LL.B joint degree recognized by the Pakistan Bar
Council.
MGSHSS offers four-year degrees in the following majors:
BSc (Honours)

Economics
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Economics and Politics

Anthropology and Sociology

Political Science
BA (Honours)

Humanities

History
8 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 In addition to majors MGSHSS offers Minors in the following disciplines:

Anthropology/Sociology

History

Literature in English
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Philosophy

Political Science

Economics
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
The LUMS School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) is the first private research school in Pakistan,
modelled on some of the leading universities of the world. It aims to be a paradigm shift for science and
engineering education in the country. Its mission is to produce quality graduates who are technically
competent problem solvers and to create knowledge through research on issues of local and global
relevance.
The SBASSE offers a four-year BS degree in the following areas:

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Mathematics

Physics
In addition to majors, SBASSE offers Minors in the following disciplines:

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Mathematics

Physics
Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law
*University has announced a separate law school, the Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law (SAHSL).
The law school is currently in a planning phase.
9 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
All students are subject to the university’s academic policies and regulations. Students are responsible to
ensure that they meet the university and degree requirements in addition to meeting the academic
deadlines.
1 Academic Year
The Academic year at LUMS comprises two regular semesters, the Fall and Spring semesters. Each
semester is of 16 weeks, comprising 14 teaching weeks, final examination week and a period for reading
and review. The Fall semester begins in mid-August and lasts through late December, while the Spring
semester is from mid-January through late May.
The Summer semester is optional and is of 8 weeks’ duration, comprising 7 teaching weeks and one week
for final examinations. It is a special accelerated semester with twice the contact hours per week
compared to a regular semester.
2 Student Categories
The students are categorized according to the number of credits earned as follows:
2.1 BA/BSc (Hons) & BS Programmes*
CATEGORY
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
CREDIT HOURS EARNED
0 – 30
31 – 60
61 – 94
95 – 130 or above
2.2 BA-LLB Programme*
CATEGORY
Freshman
Sophomore
1st Year Law
2nd Year Law
3rd Year Law
CREDIT HOURS EARNED
0 – 30
31 – 62
63– 94
95 – 130
131– 162 or above
*For transfer students, the number of credit hours transferred to LUMS is counted towards the credit
hours completed. This grand total, i.e. the number of credit hours transferred and those completed at
LUMS are used in determining the student category.
10 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 3 Undergraduate Programme Policies
Students are required to make/follow a study plan in consultation with their faculty advisors, in order to
complete their degree and major requirements. The graduation requirements are:
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Students in the undergraduate programme need to successfully complete at least 130 credit hours
for the BA/BSc (Hons) programme, 130 to 136 credit hours for the BS programme, and 162
credit hours for the BA-LL.B programme in order to graduate
Complete all the requirements of at least one major/degree programme
Complete all LUMS courses satisfying degree requirements with a cumulative grade point
average (CGPA) of at least 2.00 or higher
Be a student in good academic and disciplinary standing and not under any kind of investigation
3.1 Undergraduate Programme Duration
The normal duration of the BA/BSc (Honours) and BS programmes is four years. A student can, however,
remain enrolled in either of these programmes for a maximum of six consecutive calendar years from the
date of admission to LUMS as a fresh candidate.
The BA-LL.B programme is a 5 year joint degree programme with the first two years common with the
other undergraduate programmes, followed by a 3 years LL.B programme. A student can remain enrolled
in this programme for a maximum of seven consecutive calendar years from the date of admission to the
programme as a fresh candidate.
3.2 University Core
The university requires all undergraduate students to study below listed courses that constitute the
university core.
SS 100 Writing and Communications [4 Credit Hours]
SS 101 Islamic Studies [2 Credit Hours] (Optional for non-Muslim students)
SS 102 Pakistan Studies [2 Credit Hours]
Freshmen are required to take SS 100 Writing and Communication, a university core course in their first
semester (Fall) when they join LUMS. They are pre-registered for the course. Students requiring an
introductory level remedial course before taking Writing and Communication are pre-registered in a zero
credit hour Introduction to Writing and Communication course. It is the responsibility of the students to
complete the remaining two university core courses, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Studies within the first
two years at LUMS.
3.3 University Distribution Requirements
In addition to the university core, each student is required to complete the university distribution
requirements by taking at least seven courses designated as distribution courses. The distribution
requirements ensure that students gain a wide exposure in addition to training in an academic speciality.
The distribution courses are classified into two broad categories:
11 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 University Distribution Courses: In-Group
University Distribution Courses: Out-Group
Each student is required to complete 4 In-Group and 3 Out-Group and distribution courses. Table 1 lists
the In Group and Out Group for all majors at LUMS.
Table 1
Major-wise University Distribution Requirements
SCHOOL
MAJORS
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
ECONOMICS
ECONCOMICS& POLITICAL
SCIENCE
SDSB
MGSHSS
LAW
SBASSE
ANTHROPOLOGY/SOCIOLOGY
POLITICAL SCIENCE
HUMANITIES
HISTORY
LAW
BIOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
COMPUTER SCIENCE
MATHEMATICS
PHYSICS
IN-GROUP
ECON1, LAW, MGS1
ECON, LAW, ACF1
ACF, HSS
ACF, HSS (with the
exception of Political
Science courses)
ECON, LAW
ECON, LAW
ECON, LAW
ECON, LAW
HSS, ECON
-*
-*
-*
-*
-*
-*
OUT-GROUP
HSS1, SE1
HSS, SE
LAW, SE
LAW, SE
ACF/ MGS, SE
ACF/ MGS, SE
ACF/ MGS, SE
ACF/ MGS, SE
ACF/MGS, SE
ACF/ MGS, ECON, HSS & LAW
ACF/ MGS ECON, HSS & LAW
ACF/ MGS, ECON, HSS & LAW
ACF/ MGS, ECON, HSS & LAW
ACF/ MGS, ECON, HSS & LAW
ACF/ MGS, ECON, HSS & LAW
1
Distribution requirements are met by introductory level courses (1XX and 2XX) in a subject area. An
exception is pre-requisites of introductory level courses such as Math 100 Pre-calculus (which do not
count towards distribution requirements). Additionally 3XX courses without a pre-requisite count towards
the distribution requirements. Distribution courses are of 3 or 4 credit hours.
ECON 100, Principles of Economics, counts towards the distribution requirement, for Science and
Engineering students as an Out-Group course and for HSS, ACF and Law as an In-Group course.
Whereas Math 100, Pre-Calculus does not count towards the distribution requirement but is counted as a
free elective.
1
ECON- Economics, ACF- Accounting and Finance, MGS- Management Science, SE- Science and Engineering,
HSS- Humanities and Social Sciences.
12 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ALL Language courses do not count towards distribution requirements. They are graded Pass/Fail. They
do count as Free Elective courses towards degree requirement.
* The SBASSE core requirements adequately cover the university In-Group requirement for Science and
Engineering (SE) students. SBASSE students are required to complete their Out-Group distribution
requirements only.
As a general principle students cannot count a single course towards more than one requirement.
4 Registration of Courses
Semester registration/enrolment is the implementation of the course memo. The course memo lists the
courses offered by the respective departments in a semester. It also carries the information regarding
course capacities and student major/category wise priorities with their respective allocated sub-capacities.
These capacities / sub-capacities are set while keeping in view the respective major core/elective
course(s) requirement in addition to providing enough space to students for the completion of their
university wide distribution requirements. Students can view course outlines at suraj.lums.edu.pk/~ro.
Course outlines will enable students to understand the requirements of courses offered in a semester.
Students submit the course evaluation(s) on Zambeel at the end of the semester, prior to the final
examination week. Once the courses’ final grades are visible to the students, the evaluations are visible in
the instructor Zambeel self-service.
The university also provides information on course evaluations of previous offerings. The evaluations are
available at http://portal.lums.edu.pk/registraroffice.
4.1 Phases of Course Registration
The course registration process is done in three phases, namely pre-registration phase, first registration
phase and second registration phase. The Registrar’s Office publishes the semester course registration
deadlines for the academic year and lists details of the process and the respective closure dates for each
phase.
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Pre-registration phase: enrollment in core courses for a major as specified by the
department/school
First registration phase: enrollment in courses up to 12 credit hours
Second registration phase: enrollment in remaining semester credits within a range of 12-20
Semester enrollment is finalized according to the capacities and priorities defined by the respective
departments/schools in the course memo. Students are pre-registered in the core courses as specified by
the respective departments/schools. The students choose their elective courses in the announced
registration periods for the first and second phases of enrollment. During first and second phases of
semester enrollment students opt for their required courses through their Zambeel self-service (details
later).
13 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Please note: in order to have access to self-service in Zambeel and for enrolling for courses, students are
required to clear their tuition fee and other dues (as communicated by the LUMS Accounts and Finance
Department) prior to the semester registration process. If a HOLD is placed on their records due to nonpayment of dues, they will not be eligible for the pre-registration phase and will not be able to register for
courses through their Zambeel self-service in phases I and II of enrollment.
Students register for courses online through the campus management system Zambeel self-service:
https://zambeel.lums.edu.pk, before the commencement of the semester, according to the schedule
announced by the Registrar Office.
Course enrollment process is as follows:
 Courses are available for registration on Zambeel
 Students register for courses through their Zambeel self-service
 Departments/schools specify the student categories, majors and priorities for course enrollment,
in the course memo
 Course enrollment caps are also provided by the respective departments/schools
 Students lagging behind their peers for any reason should not expect any special allowance in
registering for courses
4.2 Add/Drop Period
In regular semesters, students may Add/Drop courses in the first seven calendar days of the semester. The
Add/Drop period for the summer semester is the first three calendar days of the semester.
After the Add/Drop period, students are not allowed to add, but may drop courses until the drop from
course(s) deadline, specified in the academic calendar. There is no drop only period for the summer
semester.
Pre-registered courses of the structured programme cannot be dropped. These courses are enrolled
according to the information provided by the respective departments/Schools.
Students must ensure from their Zambeel self-service within ADD/DROP period that they have been
successfully enrolled in the courses that they intended to register and have dropped any that they had
taken as backup.
It is the responsibility of the student to drop any course(s) that s/he may have registered as a backup.
Refer to the fee card for the detail of terms and conditions and information on refunds.
4.3 Dropping & Withdrawing from Courses
As already stated, after the Add/Drop period (first seven days of the regular semester) students are not
allowed to add, but may drop course(s) until the drop from course(s) deadline as defined in the academic
calendar.
Courses dropped within the Add/Drop period and drop only deadline do not appear on the transcript.
14 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Course rosters validating the students enrolled in the courses are communicated to the respective
departments / schools at the end of the Add/Drop and Drop only periods.
Students cannot go below the minimum load requirement of 12 credit hours (detail in next section) in a
regular semester while dropping and withdrawing from course(s).
After the expiry of the course drop deadline, students cannot drop but may withdraw from course(s) till
the end of the seventh week of a regular semester before the midterm week, as announced in the academic
calendar. In the summer semester students can withdraw from courses till the end of the third week before
the midterm week, as announced in the academic calendar.
Students withdrawing from a course will be assigned a W (for withdrawal) grade in that course. The
course will not contribute towards the credit hours completed or the CGPA of the student. The fee for a
withdrawn course will be charged as per university policy.
Please note that within the duration of the undergraduate programme a student can withdraw from a
maximum of 6 courses with the W on transcript as per defined policy.
The W grade will be visible on the student’s transcript and will not be removed even if the student
successfully completes the course subsequently.
After the course withdrawal deadline as announced in the academic calendar, students do not have the
option of discontinuing the course. Course discontinuation will result in a failing grade/a grade assigned
according to the percentage of course instruments attempted. This grade will be visible on the transcript
and will affect the CGPA.
4.4 Regular Student Status and Course Load
All undergraduate students can enroll between 12-20 semester credit hours in a regular semester. The
university fees are charged on the credit hour basis and are capped at 12 credit hours. Students are
required to take a minimum of 12 credit hours to maintain their regular/active student status. It is the
responsibility of the student to maintain this status and stay active in the system. Students who take more
than 12 credit hours gain the benefit of the flat fee structure and can take up to 8 additional credit hours
(without paying for these extra credits) till the maximum of 20 credit hours.
In consultation with their faculty advisors, students are required to develop a plan of study in order to
complete the graduation requirements in 8 regular semesters. If a student enrolls in 15 to 17 semester
credit hours each semester s/he will be able to complete the requirements for graduation in 8 regular
semesters. Students should plan to take their courses in a manner in which they can graduate in 4 years,
by taking courses in regular semesters without relying on courses in the summer semester. This prevents
a situation in which students need to take courses over and above the permissible limit in order to
graduate with the class. Students who end up in this situation will not necessarily be given permission or
be granted priority for registering in courses.
However, in extreme cases (physical/psychological disability), on the recommendation of the Office of
Student Affairs, the Registrar may allow a student to take less than 12 credit hours in one or more
semesters. The decision is made on a case to case basis. Similarly, graduating students requiring less than
15 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 12 credit hours to graduate can also petition the Registrar’s office for taking a smaller workload. In this
case the semester fees will be charged on per credit hour basis as per university policy.
Students wishing to enroll in more than their permitted quota of semester credits (with the exception of
graduating seniors) are required to have a CGPA of 3.4 or above. Students must secure permission from
the Registrar’s office on the requisite form (http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice) and pay
appropriate fees for the extra credit hours.
While there is no minimum enrollment limit for the optional summer semester, students may enroll for a
maximum of two courses i.e. maximum 8 credits in the summer semester. However, with the approval of
the faculty advisor and the Registrar’s office a student can register for three courses i.e. a maximum of 12
credit hours in the summer semester. Such a high credit load is not recommended as summer is a double
paced, accelerated semester.
4.5 Directed Course Work: Courses Requiring Exceptional Method of Registration
The undergraduate programme allows students to enrich the independent work/ research exposure through
directed course work. The different categories for directed course work are listed below:
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Independent Study
Directed Research Project
Internship
Cumulatively, the directed course work credits (all listed categories included) can be a maximum of 12
credit hours. For example Biology and HSS Senior Projects are of 8 credit hours. They are spread as 4+4
credits across two semesters. The students taking these senior projects can enroll in a maximum of only 4
additional directed course work credit hours (independent study, directed research project, internship) in
their complete academic career.
Students can apply for directed course work registration on the requisite forms provided by the
Registrar’s office. These forms are available with the respective departmental/school’s coordinators. They
require the permission of the concerned faculty supervisor and the approval of the relevant head of
department before being sent to the Registrar’s office for Zambeel registration.
The enrollment procedure for senior year projects, thesis and independent studies vary from the normal
method of registration. For all such courses, it is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all the
formalities of course registration are completed within the deadline specified by the Registrar’s office.
4.5.1 Senior Project
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Senior project (Sproj) can be taken in the senior year of the degree programme
A student can take only one Sproj during his/her degree programme tenure
A student can enroll in maximum 4 credit hours’ Sproj in a single semester
Senior project can range from 3 to 6 credit hours depending on the scope/rigor defined by the
respective department/school, exceptionally (BIO and HSS) Sproj can be of 8 credit hours
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codes. It is 3+3 credits over two semesters. However, depending on rigor involved, it can be 4+4,
to be completed in two semesters
If a Sproj is spread across two semesters then it is evaluated once completed and the assigned
grade is uploaded for Sproj 1 and 2
Sproj group members range from 4-8 depending upon the complexity and workload approved by
the respective department/school
Depending on the programme structure, senior project can be mandatory or optional;
In case of optional Sproj, if the student chooses a senior project with major area of study relevant
to his/her declared major, it is counted towards the respective major elective requirement. If the
student chooses a SPROJ with major area of study different from his/her declared major, it is
counted towards free elective requirement
The Sproj prefix for registration is according to the area of study
If a group of students choose a Sproj area different from their declared major, they need to
include at least one member in the group with declared major relevant to the Sproj chosen area.
For example if students majoring in Economics wish to do a Sproj in ACF, then at least one
group member should be an ACF major. Such senior projects are registered after co-supervisors
from both departments are decided and the project(s) are approved by the department heads
4.5.2 Independent Study
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A student who has attained senior status can register for an independent study of at most 2 credit
hours in a semester only in case there is no regular course available to fulfill the unit or area
requirements
Students can take a maximum of 4 independent study credit hours towards the completion of their
Bachelor’s degree graduation requirements during their 4 year academic career
Independent study can be done only individually and not in a group
Independent study is graded “Pass/Fail”
4.5.3 Directed Research Project
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A student who has attained junior/senior status can register for a directed research project of at
most 2 credit hours in a semester
Students can take a maximum of 4 directed research project credit hours towards the completion
of their Bachelor’s degree graduation requirements during their 4 year academic career
Directed research project can be done individually or in a group of maximum 5 members
Directed research project is graded “Pass/Fail”
4.5.4 Internship
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It is graded “Pass/Fail”
Students earn four semester credit hours on successful completion of the internship
17 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 4.6 Courses that require a separate mention
The following courses have different grading/evaluation criteria.
4.6.1 Remedial Course in Writing and Communication
The university, following its process, may require certain students to improve their English
comprehension and communication skills by taking a remedial course SS 100A Introduction to Writing
and Communication (IWC). The following rules apply in this case:
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Students requiring IWC will be pre enrolled in this course in their first fall semester
IWC is a zero credit hour course. Students are advised to plan their semester workload in such a
way that they are well able to focus on this remedial course
It is graded Pass/Fail
Students who fail this remedial course in the fall are required to retake it in spring the next time it
is offered. In case of a second failure, the students are required to take IWC a third time, in the
next fall
A third failure will result in the student’s separation from the programme
Students who pass SS 100A are eligible to take SS 100 in the next semester
4.6.2 Language Courses
The university offers a large number of language courses. The following rules apply in the case of
language courses:
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Language courses are offered with LANG prefix
They are graded “Pass/Fail”
Language courses do not count towards the distribution requirements
They count as Free Elective courses towards the degree requirements
Note:”Passing” a course adds to the earned credits with no effect on CGPA. ”Failing” a course results in
zero credit AND proportionate decrease in the CGPA.
4.7 Waiver for Islamic Studies
Non-Muslim students are exempt from taking Islamic Studies which is a core course for all undergraduate
programmes. These students can take the course(s) approved as a substitute.
4.8 Pre-Requisites of Courses
All prerequisite requirements for a course must be met before signing up for the course. The registration
system recognizes whether the prerequisite course is taken or not. However, students who take courses for
which they have failed the prerequisites do so at their own risk. If a course and its prerequisite course are
offered in consecutive semesters and the result of the prerequisite has not been declared at the time of
registration, students must themselves make a judgment call regarding their proficiency in taking the
subsequent course.
18 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 4.9 Cross-listed Courses
Some courses are listed in more than one subject area with separate course codes for the relevant areas. A
student may register for the course with only one prefix and the course will count towards the chosen area
for the duration of the programme. The chosen course code will not be changed in Zambeel after the
Add/Drop period. Students should carefully select the correct prefix while registering in cross-listed
courses. Cross-listed courses cannot be re-labeled with a different prefix on the transcript at a later time.
4.10 Repeated Courses
Students may repeat courses previously taken, but the grade of the first attempt remains on the transcript
and both grades are included in the term and cumulative grade point average (CGPA) calculations.
According to university policy all course grades count towards the CGPA.
The following policy holds regarding repeating core courses:
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Students who receive an F grade in a core course must repeat it as a graduation requirement.
Students must repeat a core course in the next two offerings. For instance, if a course is offered in
the Fall semester and is later offered in the Spring semester and again in the Fall semester of the
next year, then the course must be repeated either in the Spring semester or in the Fall semester of
the next year. This would be the last opportunity to repeat the course
If the course is capped at the time of the second offering and the student is unable to register for
it, s/he must generate a ticket online at https://helpdeskro@lums.edu.pk and request to be given
priority for the course
If the second offering of the required course is in the Summer semester, it is not treated as a
second offering for a student who is not registered for the Summer semester. However, if the
student is registered in the summer semester and is enrolled in the particular course, then it is
treated as the second offering
A student has a maximum of two attempts to clear an F grade in a core course. Students unable to
meet this requirement are separated from the programme
Students who repeat a core course in the first offering may be allowed to withdraw from the
course. However, this will be considered an attempt and they will have only one more chance at
attempting the course in the next immediate offering
Students have the option to repeat elective courses. Grades of both attempts count in the CGPA
calculation, while the course is counted once towards successfully completed credit hours
All courses will show on the transcript and will count towards the CGPA; students do not have
the option of replacing grades for repeated courses
4.11 Course Audit
Auditing implies that students are allowed to sit through classes but may not participate actively in class
discussions, assignments and may not even take midterm and/or final examinations. No grade would be
assigned to the student.
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In order to audit the course, students must apply to the Registrar’s office on the prescribed form.
Permission is granted on first come first serve basis depending upon the availability of seats;
Certain courses may be closed for auditing on the request of the instructor
The course(s) taken for auditing may be over and above the allowed workload for a semester;
If a student wishes to audit a course beyond his/her maximum permissible semester quota of 20
credit hours, then s/he has to pay 20% of the tuition fee for each extra credit hour
There is no fee refund for audit courses
Students may audit courses in a semester even if they have taken the semester off. Students will
pay the applicable fee in such cases. Courses offered in Summer semesters are not open for audit
Students cannot audit courses if they have been separated from the university and await
readmission
Students may take the course as a regular course after auditing it in a previous semester
Auditing a course does not merit availing any university facility. Such students will not be
provided hostel accommodation
4.12 Course Cancellation
The Registrar’s office following the university guidelines may cancel the courses offered in a semester.
This decision may be taken at any time during initial course registration and Add/Drop period.
5 Major Declaration/Allocation
Students are required to declare their major at the end of the freshman year. This is an indication that they
have spent a year at the university in their allocated school/programme and wish to continue as such for
the rest of their stay at LUMS. This process begins at the end of year freshman year and is completed by
the end of the sophomore year, based on the individual rule(s)/requirement(s) defined by the respective
school/programme. The allocation of major decision is communicated to the students by the Registrar’s
office after ensuring that student has completed the requirements of that major.
5.1 Declaring a Major/Specialization
Students declare their preferences for a major through an online major declaration application in Zambeel.
Students declare their preferences after having attempted at least 30 credit hours.
The allocation of a major is based on the student’s cumulative grade point average (CGPA) at the end of
the Spring semester of the freshman year, available space and the fulfillment of any other requirement(s)
laid down by the respective departments. Summer semester CGPA is not included in major allocation.
If the number of earned credit hours is less than 30 at the end of Spring semester, then every credit hour
less than 30 is given a numeric equivalent of zero in the calculation of CGPA, in order to ascertain a
modified CGPA on the basis of which a major is allocated.
20 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 5.1.1 SBASSE Freshmen Major Declaration
SBASSE freshmen apply online through Zambeel for a choice of major. Students whose cumulative GPA
at the end of the freshman year is less than 2.0 in a specific group of subjects designated by a department
for major declaration may, at the discretion of the department, be refused permission to select that major.
The department wise requirements for SBASSE major allocation are as follows:
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Biology Major: CGPA of 2.0 or better in Biology and Chemistry courses
Chemistry: CGPA of 2.0 or better in all subjects and a minimum C grade in Chemistry
Computer Science: CGPA of at least 2.0 in MATH 101, MATH 120, PHY 101, PHY 104 and CS
100;
Electrical Engineering: CGPA of 2.0 or better in the following subjects: MATH 101, MATH
120, PHY 101, PHY 104 and CS 100
Physics: CGPA of 2.0 or better in the following subjects: MATH 101, MATH 120, PHY 101 and
PHY 104
Mathematics: An average B or better in MATH 101 and MATH 120
Once freshmen have been assigned a major they are re-assigned advisors in their majors. Major relevant
academic advisors are better suited to guide them in their subsequent studies, formulate a step wise course
plan and help them choose a career. The approval of these advisors must be obtained for appropriate
course registration in the following year.
5.1.2 SDSB Freshmen Major Declaration
SDSB freshmen, as per university policy, are required to declare their major through their Zambeel selfservice at the end of the first academic year at LUMS. This is considered a soft declaration. The students
have the option to re-think and switch between Accounting and Finance or Management Sciences within
SDSB at the end of the sophomore year as well.
5.1.3 MGSHSS Freshmen Major Declaration
MGSHSS freshmen select preferences for major declaration online through Zambeel self-service at the
end of the freshman year at LUMS. Depending on the availability of space and cutoff CGPA, the
student(s) are allocated a major satisfying the defined eligibility criterion.
5.1.4 SAHSL Freshmen Major Declaration
SAHSL freshmen are admitted to the Law programme as Law majors from day one at LUMS. The Law
students re-declare their major as Law, according to the university practice, online through their Zambeel
self-service at the end of the freshman year. In case Law student(s) wish to change their
school/programme at the end of the freshman year, the availability of space and cutoff CGPA criterion in
addition to rule(s)/requirement(s) defined by the prospective school/major apply. Student(s) wishing to
transfer to Law need to take Law 101 and Law 102 before applying for a transfer.
21 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 5.2 Declaring a Change in Major / School
Freshmen and sophomores may apply for change in their major/school at the end of the academic year
after due consultation with the faculty advisor. Freshmen can apply for the change simultaneously with
major declaration through Zambeel self-service. Sophomores and selectively juniors need to submit the
Major change/ inter- school transfer form available at the Registrar’s office portal
http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice with the following documents:
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Unofficial transcript
Reason for change of major/school
Semester by semester plan to complete graduation requirements prepared in consultation with the
respective departmental coordinator and faculty advisor
Student’s undertaking of financial implications in case of non-completion of the degree
requirements within eight regular semesters taking full responsibility of the fee payment for the
additional semesters required
Parent/guardian’s undertaking of financial implications
Parent/guardian’s NIC copy
The decision regarding acceptance in the major/programme is finalized on the basis of availability of
space, student’s CGPA and the fulfillment of departmental requirements. Incomplete forms will not be
entertained.
Students wishing to apply to BA-LL.B programme must plan to take the two pre-law courses during their
first 2 years at LUMS. Students who wish to transfer from the BA-LL.B programme may only apply for
transferring out of LAW in the spring semester of their second year.
In case of inter-school/inter-programme transfer following policy applies to batches 2013-2015, except
for a transfer to or from SBASSE:
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"All grades count in the CGPA, the roll number is changed according to the programme
requirement and there is no CGPA reset".
In case of transfer to or from SBASSE for the batches 2013-2015:
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"All pass grades D and above are transferred as credits, the roll number is changed according to
the programme requirement and the CGPA is reset".
In case of inter-school/inter-programme transfer across all schools/majors from the batch of 2016
onwards:
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requirement and there is no CGPA reset".
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Subsequent to the major declaration/allocation and school/major change (if applicable) at the end
of the freshman year or as defined by the respective school, school/major change is allowed only
once during the remaining tenure of the degree programme
Sophomores and selectively juniors (seniors are not eligible to apply) can apply for this
subsequent change at the end of the academic year
For this subsequent school/major change a processing fee of Rs 30,000 non-refundable, will be
charged (applicable from batches 2017/2018 onwards)
University policy for NOP students and students availing financial aid will apply in case of
school/major transfer fee
5.3 Joint major
Joint majors provide the richness of two undergraduate major areas. Currently the university offers joint
majors in Economics and Politics and Anthropology and Sociology. The degree requirements for joint
majors are defined and completed within the 130 credit hour defined undergraduate degree completion
requirement.
5.4 Double Major
After having declared a major, students may opt for a second major (space and fulfillment of other
requirements permitting) in their junior/senior year after due consultation with their faculty advisors.
Students need to fulfill the following requirements for a double major:
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Successful completion of min 160 credit hours. The defined double major degree completion
credit hour requirement is applicable to batches 2013 onwards
Students pursuing a double major need to complete the university cores and the university
distribution requirement according to the primary declared major
The students are required to complete the core and elective requirements of their primary major
They also have to complete the core and elective requirements of their secondary chosen major
Students have to take free electives in order to complete the minimum requirement of 160 credit
hours
The students are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.5 throughout
The maximum time allowed to complete the requirements of the double major is six years from
the year of admission at LUMS
Students wishing to pursue a double major need to fill the double major declaration form
available at the Registrar’s office portal form link
Students enrolled in the BS or BA-LL.B Programme are not allowed to opt for a double major.
6 Minor Declaration
A university minor performs a couple of important functions. It serves to broaden students’ horizons and
expand the range of options available to them. Students can complement the study of the major by
23 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 selecting a minor in an adjacent or related area, thereby sharpening their understanding and deepening the
knowledge acquired in their principal area of specialization. A minor can also serve as a basis for and
facilitate interdisciplinary study and inquiry. Students also have the option of selecting a minor in an area
completely unrelated to their major and can elect to explore particular areas of interest by selecting a
discipline much farther afield. Students are in no way constrained or restricted in their choice of a minor
and are not obliged to “justify” their selection by demonstrating its relevance to a particular field or area
of specialization.
Minor is being offered in the following university approved areas under their respective departments:
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Literature in English
Philosophy
Anthropology and Sociology
Political Science
Economics
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
6.1 Rules for Minors
The following rules are applicable to all minors at LUMS:
1. Students intending to minor in a particular area of study should select a minor that has been
approved by the university
2. Students intending to complete a minor should successfully complete a minimum of 6 regular
courses carrying 3 or 4 credits each (for a total ranging from 18 to 24 credit hours) in some
combination of required core courses (100, 200 level) and electives
3. Senior projects, independent studies, or courses with fewer than 3 credits will not count towards
the minor
4. Students intending to complete a minor should achieve a minimum GPA of 2.75 in that area of
study (in the six or more courses that make up the minor)
5. Students intending to minor in a particular area cannot count a 100 level course as an elective
6. Students intending to minor in an area of study will have to complete at least two electives at the
300 level or higher in that area
7. The (three) courses that make up the university core, Writing and Communication, Pakistan
Studies, and Islamic Studies cannot contribute towards the minor
8. Of the courses that satisfy the in-group and out-group requirements, no more than one can be
used to fulfill the requirements for the minor
9. A course that is cross-listed with another discipline can satisfy the requirements for a major or a
minor but cannot be counted twice
24 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 10. Students intending to minor in an area in SSE cannot count more than one SSE core course
towards the minor
11. Humanities majors cannot minor in any of the following areas: History, Literature, or Philosophy;
12. Politics and Economics majors cannot minor in either Politics or Economics
13. Minor requirements can be completed within the credit limit of 130/138 by following a carefully
chalked course plan. The students might need to take additional credit hours for the completion of
the minor requirements
14. Minor will only be displayed on the final transcript NOT on the degree
15. Minor will be a look back option at the time of graduation. Students will not be given preference
in course enrollment on the basis of their minor requirements
16. Minor is a look back option and is declared at the time of graduation by submitting the minor
form along with graduation audit form.
MGSHSS and SBASSE, as well as individual departments within these schools, have additional
requirements for the minor and students intending to pursue a minor will have to ensure that they acquaint
themselves with these.
7 Withdrawals
Withdrawal is broadly categorised as:
 Withdrawal from the programme resulting in culmination of LUMS active student status;
 Withdrawal from the semester resulting in deactivation of LUMS active student status for that
semester.
For all the following cases the university charges / refund will be settled according to the defined
university policy.
7.1 Voluntary Withdrawal from the Programme
Students may withdraw voluntarily from the university at any time during the semester. Students wishing
to withdraw must inform their faculty advisor in person and give a written notification on the approved
RO form http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice, citing reasons to the Registrar’s office. RO will
notify other offices of the university as necessary. On processing of the voluntary withdrawal request the
student status is deactivated and s/he is no more deemed a regular LUMS student.
A student who withdraws from the programme is eligible to apply afresh or as a transfer student.
7.2 Voluntary Withdrawal from the Semester
In extreme emergencies students can voluntarily withdraw from a semester. A student can apply for
withdrawal from a semester only on medical grounds or due to emergencies beyond control. Students
should fill out the requisite form available at http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOfficeand support it
with proper documentation/medical certificate before submitting it to the Office of Student Affairs for
verification. These documents will be verified by the university.
25 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Withdrawing from all courses in a semester is not equivalent to taking a semester off. Students have to
complete all relevant documentation and obtain clearance from the Registrar’s office. If the
documentation provided is based on misrepresentation, it will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter
and the student can be separated from the programme.
Students on probation who are allowed to withdraw from a semester can resume their studies in the
following semester with their probationary status unchanged.
Freshmen are not allowed to withdraw from their first semester.
7.3 Voluntary/Planned Semester Off
Students may plan and take a semester off by applying to the Registrar’s office on the requisite form
available at http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOfficeat least two months prior to the beginning of
classes. In case of no written intimation, the student will be treated as if he or she has withdrawn from the
programme and his or her admission will stand cancelled.
Dropping all courses does not mean that a student has opted for a semester off. The Registrar’s office has
to be informed by submitting the appropriate forms in writing for the ‘semester off’ to come into effect.
The probationary status of a student remains the same on re-joining LUMS after taking a semester off.
Taking a semester off may result in delay in graduation up to a year or even more.
In case of structured programmes, taking a semester off is highly discouraged.
Summer semester is optional; students do not need to inform the Registrar’s office in case they do not
wish to register for the summer semester.
Freshmen are not allowed to take their first semester off.
7.4 Involuntary Withdrawal
In extreme cases the university may insist on a student’s involuntary withdrawal if, according to the
judgment of the university officials, the student:
1. Poses a threat to the lives or safety of him/herself or other members of the LUMS community;
2. Has a medical/psychological condition or demonstrates behaviour that seriously interferes with
his/her education and that of the members of the LUMS community.
The involuntary withdrawal process will be initiated after thorough verification by the faculty advisor,
student counsellor and other relevant university officials.
Depending on the severity of the threat, a student’s involuntary withdrawal is categorized as:
7.4.1 Involuntary withdrawal from the programme
On processing of the involuntary withdrawal request the student status is deactivated and s/he is no more
deemed a regular LUMS student.
26 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 7.4.2 Involuntary withdrawal from the semester
In cases where it is judged that the student will be able to recover/cope, the student is allowed a specified
break, on the condition that s/he will provide documentation of treatment before being considered for rejoining.
The students are required to have a clearance interview with the head of student affairs and student
counsellor.
The degree completion time criterion is not relaxed and an academic plan approved by the student’s
faculty advisor must also be attached with the petition for resumption of studies.
These requirements are verified by the Office of Student Affairs, and on its recommendation the
Registrar’s office may allow the student to resume studies.
7.5 Unauthorized Withdrawal
Students who leave the university without prior permission to withdraw are considered to have resigned
and their admission will stand cancelled.
8 Transfer Students
The following policy holds for students transferring from other recognized institutions to LUMS:
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Of the total graduation requirement of 130 credit hours, at least 72 credit hours must be
completed at LUMS
If credit is given for courses taken at other educational institutions, then credit hours for these
courses are counted towards the graduation requirement as well as major and/or minor
requirements. A maximum of 58 credit hours can be transferred but the grades obtained in the
completion of these credit hours are not used in the computation of the CGPA at LUMS
Like other undergraduate students at LUMS, transfer students must graduate within a maximum
of six consecutive calendar years from the date of admission. This duration will be reduced by
one calendar year for every 30 credit hours transferred to LUMS
The number of credit hours transferred and those completed at LUMS will be used to determine
student category
The courses and their credits will only be transferred after prior approval of the concerned
department and the Registrar, subject to satisfying the university defined guidelines. These
include among others:
o Prior approval from the Registrar’s office
o Course outline/content matching equivalent course at LUMS
o Classroom contact hours
o Assignment rigor
Only courses with B and above grade will be transferred. The credits of these courses will be
included in the completed credits whereas the course grades will not be shown on the transcript
The maximum number of the credits that can be transferred in one semester is equal to the credits
which a student is allowed to take in a semester at LUMS
27 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 9 Credits for Courses Taken at Other Institutions as Visiting Students
After prior approval and meeting other university requirements students may take courses at other
institutions as visiting students. Credits for these courses will be transferred to LUMS and such credits
will count towards the degree requirements. To ensure that students get credit for courses taken at other
institutions they must get prior permission from the Head of the Department and the Registrar on the RO
approved form: http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice. Students are required to submit detailed
course outline(s) of all such courses to RO for prior approval.
9.1 Credits for Courses taken at other Institutions under LUMS Exchange Programme
Exchange programmes provide an opportunity for LUMS students to study abroad and for foreign
students to study at LUMS.
Office of Student Affairs at LUMS manages student exchange programmes across renowned universities
throughout the world. Information is announced to the student body at LUMS and they are encouraged to
apply for the exchange programmes. Selected students may also be provided with scholarships for their
study programme. Student exchange programmes have been very successful in the past and increasing
number of students applies for exchange programmes.
The students selected for the exchange programmes are required to confirm the transferable courses from
the Registrar Office , subject to below defined university criteria on the approved form, available at
http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice before proceeding on the exchange programme.
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Course outline/content matching equivalent course at LUMS
Classroom contact hours
Assignment rigor
On successful completion of the exchange programme students can apply for credit transfer through the
Registrar’s office.
Please note while on visiting/exchange programme(s) LUMS students cannot take university core courses
and major core courses at the host university. Students can only take elective courses at the host
university.
10 Academic Performance
Academic programme and course policies are communicated to the students through course outlines.
Course grades are visible to the students in their Zambeel self-service once they are finalized by the
course instructor and then are posted in Zambeel by the Registrar’s office.
Grading of courses is according to the following rules:
28 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 10.1 Student Evaluation:
Students are formally evaluated by the faculty through appropriate instruments as specified in the course
outline and used in course grading. These may typically include but are not limited to the following:
 Quizzes
 Assignments
 Projects
 Class participation
 Examinations
The instructor informs students about the weights assigned to the instruments for grading student
performance in the course as part of the course outline.
10.2 Grading Policy
Course grades are based on cumulative performance in defined instruments.
The final grades are assigned according to the following scale.
Table 2
Letter Grades and their Numeric Equivalents
LETTER
Exceptional
Outstanding
Excellent
Very Good
Good
Average
Satisfactory
Low Pass
Marginal Pass
Unsatisfactory
Pass
Fail
Withdrawn
Incomplete
Result Later
GRADE
NUMERIC
EQUIVALENT
A+
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD
P
F
*W
**I
***RL
4.0
4.0
3.7
3.3
3.0
2.7
2.3
2.0
1.7
1.0
0.0
-
Grading at LUMS is based on relative performance. However, for some courses, absolute grading is used.
This information is mentioned in the course outline.
29 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 * “W” has no numeric equivalent and credit hours for withdrawn courses will not be counted towards the
credit hours taken for the semester.
** “I” is awarded if a student has completed 90% of the course work in the semester and the remaining is
to be completed in the next 4-6 weeks.
*** “RL” against a course on the grades-slip or transcript stands for Pending Result.
In the case of “I” and “RL” once the result of the course is announced the semester GPA and CGPA are
recomputed and a revised grades-slip is issued to the student.
10.2.1 Calculation of Semester GPA
The GPA in a particular semester, i.e. the Semester Grade Point Average is calculated using the following
method:
The instructor assigns a certain letter grade to a student in a particular course. The numeric equivalent of
that grade is provided in Table 3.
The grade points for all the courses taken in that particular semester are calculated and added together.
The sum is then divided by the total number of credit hours taken in that semester. The quotient is the
semester GPA for that semester.
Table 3
Semester GPA calculation
COURSES
TAKEN
LETTER
GRADE
NUMERIC
EQUIVALENT
COURSE
CREDIT
GRADE
POINTS
HOURS
Course 1
A
4.0
4
16.0
Course 2
B+
3.3
4
13.2
Course 3
F
0.0
3
0.0
Course 4
W
-
3
-
Course 5
C+
2.3
4
9.2
TOTAL
15
38.4
While, semester GPA is calculated using all credit hours attempted in the semester (15 in the above
example) it is only the successfully completed credit hours (12 in the above example) that count towards
the graduation requirements.
Note: Credit hours for withdrawn courses and courses with an F grade neither count towards graduation
requirements nor towards the successfully completed credit hours for the semester.
30 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 10.2.2 Calculation of CGPA
The calculation of Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) follows the same procedure, in this case for
all courses taken since the beginning of the undergraduate programme. An illustrative example with
hypothetical data for CGPA calculation is worked out in Tables 4 and 5:
Table 4
CGPA Calculation (Semester 1)
COURSES
TAKEN
LETTER
GRADE
NUMERIC
EQUIVALENT
COURSE
CREDIT
GRADE
POINTS
HOURS
Course 1
A
4.0
4
16.0
Course 2
B+
3.3
4
13.2
Course 3
F
0.0
3
0.0
Course 4
W
-
3
-
Course 5
C+
2.3
4
9.2
TOTAL
15
38.4
In this example the student has a semester GPA of 2.56 at the end of Semester 1. The student has
attempted 15 course credit hours and successfully completed 12 credit hours. The student failed in course
3 in semester 1.
Table 5
CGPA Calculation (Semester 2)
COURSES
TAKEN
LETTER
GRADE
NUMERIC
EQUIVALENT
COURSE
CREDIT
GRADE
POINTS
HOURS
Course 6
A
4.0
3
12.0
Course 7
B-
2.7
4
10.8
Course 8
B+
3.3
3
9.9
Course 3
C+
2.3
3
6.9
TOTAL
13
39.6
31 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 10.3 Grade Review Policy
There may be instances when a student believes that there is a discrepancy in his/her final grade.
If a student wishes to dispute a grade, s/he needs to contact the course Instructor. If the Instructor does not
agree, the student may appeal to the Department Head and then to the Dean of the school within two
weeks after the final grade is visible in his/her Zambeel self-service.
Review of grade plea is acceptable only in case of computational error.
10.4 Grade Change Policy
In Grade review process, if the student’s request is justified and change in grade is required then only the
instructor of the course can file a grade change petition form to the Registrar Office within the deadline
given in the Grade Change Petition Form available at the Registrar Office Portal
http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice. Department staff /TA cannot sign in lieu of the instructor.
Approval of the HOD and Dean is mandatory for the grade change to come into effect.
In case the instructor is no longer with LUMS, Department Chair is authorized to review the grade change
request.
11 Attendance Policy
11.1 BA/BS/ BSc (Hons) Programmes
Students are expected to attend all classes to take full advantage of the learning opportunities and also to
avoid missing surprise quizzes, which will affect their grade in that course. Some instructors require
attendance to be mandatory and have substantial grade reduction associated with absences as given in the
course outlines.
11.2 BA-LLB Programme (LLB Years I, II, and III)
In the BA-LL.B programme attendance is mandatory. Student who misses up to four classes without a
legitimate excuse, either through prior notification to the teacher or in exceptional cases - formally
communicated ex post facto, will face the penalty of a reduction of one letter grade from his/her eventual
overall letter grade. Furthermore anyone who is ten minutes late for a class will be marked absent unless
s/he has a legitimate excuse communicated through prior notification to the teacher or in exceptional
cases, formally communicated ex post facto. The faculty will have autonomy to penalize or excuse
students who leave half-way through class/during break without a formally notified legitimate excuse.
32 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 12 Examination Policy
Allocation of auditoriums for conduction of examination is done by the Registrar’s office. Normally the
mid-term and final examinations follow the regular class meeting pattern. Students are strongly advised
to take courses keeping this in mind. Large classes and courses requiring combined examinations are
normally planned on the weekends or the late evening time slot during weekdays. Students are required
to take examinations as scheduled. For missed exams, refer to the section on make-up examinations.
Following additional policies relate to the conduction of examination at LUMS:
 During an examination, a student may not leave the auditorium without the permission of the
invigilator. If allowed, only one person can go out of the room at a time;
 No question papers and answer books are to be taken out of the examination room during the
examination;
 All students are required to bring their LUMS student smart card for the examination. The
invigilator and/or instructor reserves the right to check the ID of the students;
 Mobile phones and other communication devices are not allowed in the exam venue;
 Duration of an exam is determined by the instructor and no extension in the time will be given
unless allowed by him/her;
 Students are not allowed to enter the examination room if they are late by more than 30 minutes.
No extra time is granted;
 Students may not leave the auditorium till 45 minutes of the exam time has elapsed;
 In case of natural/medical emergencies, students may be allowed to leave the examination room
accompanied by one of the invigilators;
13 Make-up Policy for Graded Instruments
Make-up for missed course graded instruments is defined in the course outline. Accepting the request of
such missed instruments is at the discretion of the instructor. Students, or someone on their behalf, must
submit an application to the instructor along with other required documents within three working days of
missing a graded instrument. The range of possible remedies include assigning average grade based on
other instruments, allowing a retake of the instrument or deny the petition and assign a zero score for that
instrument. In the case of instrument with multiple sub instruments, such as quizzes, the instructor may
drop the score under best (N-1) policy.
Instructors may have a mandatory attendance policy (with a penalty for missing classes/ quizzes)
announced as part of the course outline. The course outline can specify the maximum number of petitions
for extra-curricular activities that are allowed in a course and the penalty for missing a class.
Furthermore, the course outline may state that a student will not be eligible for an exam if s/he has not
attended a certain number of classes.
Average score is not awarded for quizzes that are missed due to late enrolment in course(s).
33 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 14 Make-up Examination
An instrument/sub-instrument of a course with greater than 10% weight is considered an exam. Absence
from examinations is permissible only in extreme situations beyond the control of the student. These
include medical reasons and death in the immediate family. Under certain conditions, extracurricular
activities (where the student is officially representing LUMS) and for visa cases (for higher studies)
student may get prior approval to miss an examination. Below stated policies are applicable for make-up
examinations.
Private arrangement for make-up examination between a student and an instructor are not allowed.
Request for scheduling a make-up exam must be made by the student or someone on his/her behalf.
Make-up Exam Petition form must be submitted to the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) along with the
required documents, either before or within three working days of the exam. The petition will be
processed by the OSA and the student will be notified of the decision within a week.
A petition may either be accepted or declined. The acceptance or rejection of the petition rests with the
faculty who will notify the OSA to inform the student regarding retake, assigning an average score or no
exam. Faculty also has the right to impose a 20% grade reduction.
If the petition is accepted, a makeup exam will be scheduled within two weeks of the original exam with a
maximum extension of another two weeks. This will be coordinated by the OSA.
If a petition is rejected due to inadequate documentation/reasons for missing an exam, OSA informs the
instructor. The instructor may still decide to take a makeup exam. In this case marks for the instrument
will be subject to a mandatory 20% grade reduction. This makeup exam must be coordinated with the
OSA within two weeks of the original exam with a maximum extension of another two weeks.
Students who miss a scheduled make-up exam will not be given a second chance.
14.1 Medical cases
The student must consult the LUMS doctor. If the LUMS doctor certifies that the student’s illness is
serious enough for him/her to miss the exam, a make-up exam petition should be filed with the OSA
within three days of the exam date.
14.2 Death in the immediate family
In the unfortunate event of a death in the immediate family like parents, siblings, grandparents, students
should file a makeup exam petition with the OSA within a week of the demise. The OSA will verify the
evidence and will inform the student regarding the decision.
14.3 Extracurricular activities
If a student is to participate in an event which is considered prestigious by the University, the patrons of
the relevant societies/clubs should try to negotiate a date for the event with the event organizers that does
not conflict with the midterm/final exam schedule. If the negotiations fail, the discretion to allow/disallow
the students to participate in the event and agree/disagree for a makeup examination lies with the faculty.
34 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 14.4 Visa Cases
Students, who have applied for a study visa and have been called for an interview on the date of an exam,
will be allowed a makeup exam without grade reduction. Such students should submit complete
supporting documents to the OSA within three days of the interview. Cases for all visas other than study
visas will be declined.
14.5 Other Emergencies
For other emergencies, the student will apply to the OSA for relevant document verification either prior to
or within three working days of the exam.
15 Academic Standing
Students are required to maintain good academic performance during their study duration. To remain in
good academic standing, students are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.0 at the end of each
regular semester.
15.1 Academic Warning
Academic warning (unlike probation which is based on CGPA) is based on the semester GPA and a
warning letter will be issued. Academic warning letter(s) indicate that students must seriously focus on
their studies as they run the risk of being put on probation if they do not improve their academic
performance. Warning letters are issued:
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If Semester GPA in any semester falls below 2.00, regardless of the CGPA;
If CGPA is below 2.50.
15.2 Probation and Separation
Students have to perform well to remain in good academic standing. Academic performance of a student
is closely monitored by the Office of the Registrar especially during his/her warning and probation period.
Students who fail to demonstrate a marked improvement in their academic performance while on
probation are separated from their respective academic programmes. Students may go on probation
without receiving an academic warning beforehand. A student will be placed on academic probation
when:
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If the CGPA falls below 2.0 at the end of any regular semester
The student is placed on academic probation in the next regular semester (not counting Summer
semester)
If CGPA of the student is below 2.0 for two consecutive semesters (Fall and Spring), then s/he
will be separated from the programme
If academic performance of a student improves and CGPA is equal to or above 2.0 then the
student regains good academic status.
35 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The probation and separation conditions are summarized in Figure 1. In the diagram, time is indicated by
an arrow from left to right. The labelled boxes represent semesters and the dotted lines following the
boxes represent the conditions at those instances in time i.e. after the end of a regular semester.
Figure 1
Probation/Separation Conditions
CGPA < 2.00◊
Fall
Semester
CGPA ≥ 2.00
Good
Academic
Standing
Spring
Semester
[Probation]
CGPA < 2.00
[Separation]
15.2.1 Probation/Separation Conditions for Freshmen
In case of freshmen if the CGPA falls below 2.00 at the end of the fall semester (first semester after
admission), the student is placed on probation in the next regular semester, i.e. Spring semester.
After the Spring semester, if CGPA remains below 2.00 then the student is separated from the academic
programme with immediate effect. Freshmen separated from the programme due to academic reasons do
not have the option to apply for readmission.
Please recall that freshmen are not allowed to take the first semester off. If a freshman while on probation
takes the second semester off, s/he will be placed on academic probation in the semester that s/he rejoins.
15.2.2 Probation/Separation conditions in the Subsequent Years at LUMS
In the subsequent years, the probation period can be extended over maximum of two regular semesters
(Fall or Spring).
To this end, Probation Semester GPA (PSGPA) which is the cumulative CGPA since the beginning of
probation will be tracked. The SPGPA ascertains the student’s performance subsequent to probation and
determines whether student continues to be on probation or is to be separated. Figure 2 presents these
conditions.
36 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Figure 2
Probation Semester GPA (PSGPA)
Process Flow Diagram
CGPA < 2.00
CGPA ≥ 2.00
Good
Academic
Standing
CGPA ≥
2.00
Good
Academic
Standing
1st
Probation
semester
SPGPA ≥
2.50
CGPA < 2.00
2nd
Probation
semester
SPGPA <
Separation
2.50
SPGPA Computed Since the start of
Probation
Good
Academic
Standing
CGPA <2.00
Separation
Probation can continue for a second
semester if CGPA <2.00 &SPGPA ≥ 2.50
Probation will be extended for only one regular semester for students having a PSGPA equal to or more
than 2.50 at the end of first regular probation semester while the CGPA is below 2.00.
If the CGPA remains below 2.00 at the end of second probation semester, the student will be separated
from the programme.
Students on probation who are allowed to withdraw from a semester can resume their studies with their
probationary status unchanged (not including the Summer semester).
Senior Year Students: For courses which are spread over two consecutive semesters (e.g. senior
projects), grades are finalized at the end of the course. Students will receive the same finalized grade in
each semester over which the course was spread. As a result, if the student’s CGPA falls below 2.00 in
two consecutive semesters, the student will be separated from the programme with immediate effect. In
such cases separation from the programme takes place without the student being placed on probation.
15.2.3 Curb on Co-curricular Activities for Students on Probation
For students on probation, involvement in co-curricular activities should be limited till the regaining of
good academic standing. Students on probation cannot take part in extracurricular activities and events
which will result in them missing graded instruments at LUMS.
Students on probation cannot serve as office bearers or shoulder responsibility in any student
organization, club, society or extracurricular activity.
37 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 It is the student’s responsibility to inform the respective organization and resign from such a position.
Failing to act responsibly may expose student to disciplinary proceedings.
15.3 Probation & Separation letters
Students who are placed on probation or are separated from the Programme will be informed by email.
Probation and separation letters will also be dispatched through courier service on their mailing addresses.
15.4 Readmission upon Separation
It is mandatory for students separated from the programme on academic grounds to take one regular
semester off. Students can be readmitted only once.
Students may apply for readmission according to the following conditions:
At the time of separation, students having a CGPA of 1.70 will be eligible to apply for readmission within
two weeks from the issuance date of the separation letter.
Students separated from the programme based on disciplinary action will not be considered for
readmission, nor will they be eligible to apply as fresh candidates.
Readmission application should be addressed to the Convenor, Examinations and Standing Committee,
Office of the Registrar, LUMS.
The Examinations and Standing Committee following the university defined guideline has the discretion
to accept or reject applications. Readmission will be offered only in those cases in which there is clear
evidence that the causes leading to poor academic performance in the past have been removed.
Students subsequently separated from the programme based on their academic performance but enrolled
in the summer semester in the interim will be given the option to drop the course(s) without any penalty if
they inform the Registrar’s office before mid-term exams. In such cases the courses will be removed
from the transcript and fee will be refunded.
After commencement of mid-term examinations, fee paid for the summer semester courses will not be
refunded and the courses will show on the transcript with the grades assigned by the instructor.
The grades for summer semester taken immediately after separation will not count in the CGPA. In case
of readmission the summer course credits will be transferred subject to meeting the readmission criteria.
If senior year students, i.e. students who have completed 95 or more credit hours are eligible for
separation (For Law students senior category is determined at 131 or more credit hours), the
Examinations and Standing Committee may recommend continued probation, suspension (mandatory
separation for a fixed number of semesters) or any other conditions on a case to case basis. In case of
senior category readmitted students who are eligible for separation the above mentioned policy is not
applicable. The condition specified in their readmission letter will apply to such students and they will be
separated with immediate effect.
38 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 15.5 Readmission Conditions
Courses with grade C+ or above will be given as credits on readmission.
All courses taken by a student at LUMS will show on the transcript, even if the student has been
readmitted.
Credit hours of courses for which credit is given on readmission count towards the graduation
requirements but the course grades are not included in the calculation of CGPA.
Students who are separated on academic grounds and then are readmitted will be placed on academic
probation for the rest of their stay at LUMS. Readmission fee will be applicable as per university policy.
After readmission, in the first regular semester (Fall or Spring), the students will be required to obtain a
minimum semester GPA of 2.50 (not including Summer semester). They will be required to maintain a
minimum CGPA of 2.00 thereafter at the end of each regular semester in order to continue with the
programme. In case their CGPA dips below 2.00 in any regular semester subsequently, they will be
separated from the programme without any warning.
In case of readmission the student must finish the undergraduate programme within the maximum
allowable time for the respective programme i.e. six years (BS/BA/BSc) and seven years (B.A-LL.B)
from the original date of joining LUMS.
Readmitted students who are subsequently separated from the programme on academic grounds cannot
apply as fresh candidates. They may, however, get admission in another university, and then apply as
transfer students. In addition, students, who are separated from the programme on academic grounds and
have not been readmitted, can apply as fresh candidates only once.
15.6 After Withdrawal or Separation
Students who withdraw or are separated from the academic programme are required to get clearance
certificate signed by various departments within one week of their withdrawal/separation. The clearance
form is available at the Registrar’s office helpdesk. The clearance certificate is submitted to the Finance
and Accounts Department for final verification/clearance once all accounts are settled. In case a student
does not inform in writing or does not complete the clearance process, the security deposit will not be
refunded.
Without official clearance, the student will not be issued the transcript or any other university document.
16 Graduation Requirements
In order to fulfil the graduation requirements students must be in good academic standing, they cannot
graduate while on academic probation. The process for graduation is defined:
39 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 16.1 Graduation Audit Form (GAF)
In order to assess if all the graduation requirements have been fulfilled, the Graduation Audit Form
(GAF) is provided by the Registrar’s office at the commencement of the final year (fall semester) of the
graduating class. The forms are available on the Registrar’s office portal. The final transcript is issued to
graduates after the successful completion of all degree requirements.
Only those students, who complete their graduation requirements by the spring semester of the academic
year and submit their Graduation Audit Form within the announced deadline, will be allowed to
participate in the following annual convocation.
Please note that a major different from the one assigned on Zambeel cannot be declared at the time of
filling the GAF. This rule holds true even if the student has fulfilled the graduation requirements for that
particular major. Breaches of this university rule may lead to disciplinary action.
All students, irrespective of their enrolment year, who are eligible for graduation in a particular year, will
be in competition for graduation honours.
Students, who are involved in a disciplinary case and have not fulfilled the penalty, or have outstanding
dues, or are on hold by the Financial Aid Department, will not be allowed to participate in the
convocation ceremony.
16.2 Other Graduation Clearance Requirements
Graduating students are required to return the specified items to the following departments latest by the
deadline announced by the Registrar’s office. Students are required to return all borrowed books and other
issued material to library, student clubs, and IST.
All departments send a statement indicating the amount of the student’s dues to the Finance & Accounts
department well before convocation date. Each student gets a statement from the Finance & Accounts
department indicating the dues to be paid to LUMS, a cheque for the balance amount due to the student or
a statement indicating that there are no dues against the student/university. The students get clearance
certificate from the Finance and Accounts Department after clearing all university dues. The financial aid
office also issues clearance to graduating students as applicable.
The Finance and Accounts Department then sends a statement to the Registrar’s office, indicating student
clearance status before the annual convocation. Only students who have cleared their university dues will
be allowed to attend the annual convocation and receive degrees.
16.3 Name on Transcript & Degree
After admission to LUMS, student profiles are created in Zambeel. The profile information is transferred
from the on-line admission application filled by the admitted student.
During orientation week, it is the responsibility of the students to review their respective Zambeel
profiles. If there is any discrepancy, especially in the name and date of birth, the students should get it
40 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 rectified by generating a ticket at https://helpdeskro.lums.edu.pk. The name on the transcript and degree
will be printed according to the information available in Zambeel.
To view your profile information in Zambeel, please log on to https//zambeel.lums.edu.pk
16.4 Degree before Convocation (DBC)
Students can order their degrees prior to the convocation. The Registrar’s office will charge the student
and issues DBC. This degree will be stamped with “Degree before Convocation”. DBC must be returned
before or upon receiving the regular degree at convocation. All LUMS dues must be settled before a
request is placed for DBC otherwise the degree will not be issued and will remain on hold till the dues are
settled.
16.5 Award of Regular Degree on the Convocation Day
On the convocation day degrees will be awarded only to graduating students in person. After one week of
the convocation day, students may authorize representatives to collect the degree on their behalf on
working days Monday to Friday between 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Information on the authorization process
can be obtained by generating a ticket at https://helpdeskRO.lums.edu.pk
16.6 Security Refund
The security refund is applicable within one year from the date of graduation / withdrawal / separation
from the programme. After one year, the security will be refunded after deduction of university service
charges to the extent of 50% of the net amount refundable. After two years, no security will be refunded.
17 Academic Honours at LUMS
LUMS follows the following rules to recognize the best performing students. The honours encompass end
of semester recognition, end of the year recognition and all the way up to honors and medals at the time
of graduation.
17.1 Honours
At the time of graduation, excellence in academic performance is recognized according to the following
criteria:
Dean’s Honour List and Graduation with Distinction: CGPA of 3.60 and above:
Graduation with High Merit: CGPA of 3.30 to 3.59
Graduation with Merit: CGPA of 3.10 to 3.29
41 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 17.2 Medals:
At the time of graduation, the student with the best academic record, having the highest CGPA, within the
range 3.90 to 4.00, receives an overall gold medal. The second best student, who must also be on the
Dean’s honour list, receives a silver medal. In case there is a tie for the top position, the tie is broken
according to the University defined criteria. In case the tie remains, both students receive the gold medal
and there is no silver medal.
Students with the best academic performance in the areas of specialization, having SCGPA equal to 3.85
or higher, receives gold medal. Such students must also be on the Dean’s honour List. In case there is a
tie for the top position, the tie is broken according to the University defined criteria.
17.3 Undergraduate Semester wise/End of the year Academic Recognition
At the end of each semester/academic year students who have performed exceptionally well are placed on
the Dean’s honour list. Students placed on end of the year Dean’s honour list receive a university
recognition certificate at a ceremony held in their honour. Students satisfying the end of the year Dean’s
honour list criteria at the time of graduation are presented with a shield in addition to the merit certificate.
All undergraduate students must meet the following criteria for academic recognition:
Students who have successfully completed at least 16 credit hours and have achieved a regular semester
GPA of 3.60 or above (computed on the basis of the courses taken in that semester, not counting Summer
semester) are placed on the Dean’s honour list for that semester.
Students are placed at the end of the year Dean’s honour list upon successful completion of at least 32 or
higher credit hours during a regular academic year, not including credits taken in summer semester, with a
Cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.60 or higher.
18 Code of Conduct
One of the aims of the programmes at LUMS is the development of personal and professional ethics
among students. Students are expected to conduct themselves as professionals in all aspects of their life at
LUMS. Fines may be imposed in case of violation of the norms of the university.
Unprofessional behavior can also result in dismissal from the programme. A student dismissed for
unprofessional behavior will not be considered for readmission. Professional conduct covers a wide range
of activities from interpersonal behavior to maintaining and enhancing the professional values of the
University. In case of any doubt about appropriate behavior, students must immediately consult their
Class Coordinator/Head of Department of their major, Faculty Advisor or any member of the faculty.
The university expects all LUMS students to take responsibility of their actions on campus as well as off.
Their behavior should reflect a respect of law and of their contractual obligations, a consideration of the
rights of others, the university code of conduct in academic and non-academic matters, and shared
standards of considerate and ethical behavior.
42 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Students at LUMS are aided in their academic pursuits by various individuals and groups including
faculty, academic advisors, programme coordinators and staff at the Registrar’s office and the Office of
Students Affairs. However, each student is ultimately responsible for knowing and complying with all the
information, policies, procedures and deadlines listed in this handbook. Questions should be directed to
the appropriate office.
Some Norms of the University
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Students are to maintain proper decorum and etiquette, and adhere to accepted local social norms
while interacting with their peers, faculty members, guest speakers and the staff at LUMS. The
same sensitivity should be exhibited in their dress code
While on campus, students are expected to dress formally for interviews, class presentations,
seminars by guest speakers, and other academic events
In public places like library, auditoriums, computer labs, and the Pepsi Dining Centre, disruptive
behavior is considered unprofessional. Students should refrain from being noisy in the corridors
as this disturbs the classes
Students must not engage in any activity that may result in damage to the university property
Students should not indulge in behavior, within or outside LUMS which may tarnish the image of
the university
Smoking is not allowed indoors. Please see the smoking policy below
Phones in the faculty and staff office areas are not to be used by students. Phone booths have
been installed in hostels for use by students
Activities such as eating and drinking, can only be carried out in designated areas. Food and
drinks, with the exception of water, are not allowed in classrooms, discussions rooms, computer
labs and the library
Keep the campus clean! Littering on campus is completely unacceptable
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the security, rules, regulations and behavioral
norms of the university are not violated by their guests
Students should not be late for classes and should not leave the classroom when the class is in
session except under exceptional circumstances, with the permission of the instructor
During class, the instructor should not be interrupted by any of the following:
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Late arrivals
Unsolicited comments by students
Disruptive behaviour of students, exchange of notes and cross talk
Ringing of mobile phones
18.1 On Campus Smoking Policy
As part of the university’s commitment to the health, comfort and safety of all members of its community
while respecting individual choice, the following on-campus smoking policy will apply for all students,
faculty, staff, as well as all guests, contractors, vendors and temporary workers visiting the campus.
Non-Smoking Rules: Smoking is prohibited inside of or at the entrance of any university building,
substantially enclosed workplace, and university vehicles. (A substantially enclosed workplace is one
43 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 which has a ceiling or roof and where openings - other than doors and windows - constitute less than half
of the enclosure). The smoking of sheesha or other similar contraptions is strictly prohibited all over
campus and at all times.
Smoking Rules: Smoking is permitted in open spaces at a suitable and reasonable distance from any
building entrance or enclosed space to avoid smoke drifting through open doors or windows or people
having to pass through a smoking area to access a building. Smoking within faculty apartments is at the
discretion of the apartment occupant, but respecting health and safety precautions. It is the responsibility
of smokers to be considerate to and mindful of non-smokers and of campus safety. Cigarette waste should
be disposed of properly in a safe manner in designated outdoor ashtrays. Fire hazard, campus safety and
cleanliness should be considered in disposing of cigarettes and ash. Smokers will be held responsible for
any violations.
Compliance: Non-compliance of policy can result in fines and possible disciplinary action. Visitors
refusing to comply with the policy shall be asked to leave the campus.
Implementation: Effective implementation of the policy depends upon the courtesy, thoughtfulness,
respect, and consideration of all members of the LUMS community; smokers as well as non-smokers. It is
the responsibility of all members of the university community to comply with and help implement this
policy. Relevant members of the campus community have the responsibility to communicate this policy
to new members or visitors, vendors, contractors or other temporary staff visiting the campus.
19 Disciplinary Committee (DC)
If there is a complaint of unprofessional conduct regarding a student, the Dean of the school can suspend
the student immediately and refer the case to the Disciplinary Committee (DC).
Matters relating to violation of professional norms are referred to the DC. When a case is referred to this
committee, it conducts a detailed investigation. After providing a hearing to the student(s) and reviewing
the extent of the misconduct, the Committee has the authority to take decisions and impose penalties
(including separation from the Programme). LUMS “Values and Ethics” document (for students and
members
of
LUMS
community)
is
available
on
LUMS
Portal
for
reference
(http://portal.lums.edu.pk/HR/HRPolicies).
Serious violations, such as cheating, plagiarism, use of unfair means, and unprofessional conduct may
lead to discontinuation of any financial assistance from LUMS and even separation from the programme.
In case of disciplinary action, all future financial aid may be cancelled and students will not be allowed to
graduate unless they return all previously disbursed financial aid along with accrued interest and penalties
for delayed payments, if any.
The student(s) against whom a decision has been taken may petition to the Disciplinary Appeals
Committee (DAC) within 3 days for a review of the disciplinary decision.
44 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 19.1 Assignments
Students should stringently follow the rules and procedures regarding written assignments, class
preparation, projects, quizzes and examinations for the course.
No discussion is allowed on an assignment unless specified by the instructor. Any ambiguity regarding
the extent of discussion should be cleared with the concerned instructor.
In order to avoid delays due to network congestion, students should plan well ahead of their assignment
submission deadlines.
19.2 Unprofessional Conduct
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Plagiarism, cheating and using other unfair means constitute unprofessional conduct;
Unfair means include discussions and exchange of all such class notes and written material
between the current classes and former students which may subvert the learning process;
Exchanging or passing information to other students over the network during lab exams is
considered cheating;
Any form of unfair means will be immediately reported by the instructor to the Disciplinary
Committee. Penalty enforced could take the form of separation from the programme.
Please refer to the university policy on plagiarism and unfair means available at:
http://portal.lums.edu.pk/RegistrarOffice.
19.2.1 What is plagiarism?
Plagiarism is the use, without acknowledgement, of the intellectual work of other people, and the act or
representing the ideas or discoveries of another as one’s own in written work submitted for assessment.
To copy sentences, phrases or even striking expressions without acknowledgement of the source (either
by inadequate citation or failure to indicate verbatim quotations) is plagiarism; to paraphrase without
acknowledgement is likewise plagiarism. Where such copying or paraphrasing has occurred, the mere
mention of the source in the bibliography shall not be deemed sufficient acknowledgement; each such
instance must be referred specifically to its source. Verbatim quotations must be in inverted commas, or
indented, and directly acknowledged.
19.2.2 What is a Source?
Sources are published (print or electronic) primary and secondary material as well as information and
opinions gained directly from other people.
19.2.3 Types of plagiarism
Plagiarism falls under two broad categories: a) Copying an entire document, or part of a document as your
entire paper; b) Mosaic plagiarism, that is, mixing the words and ideas of a source with your own, or
mixing the words and ideas of two or more sources without acknowledgement.
Plagiarism usually takes one of these forms:
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Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Uncited idea: passing off someone else’s idea as your own
Uncited information or data from a source: not acknowledging the source of any fact, figure,
event, statistical data or information provided
Verbatim phrase or passage that is not quoted: any direct quotation that is not in quotation marks
or indented and not referenced at the end of the quotation
Misrepresenting evidence: information from a source that has been changed or taken out of
context to suit your paper/argument
Dual submission: submitting the same paper or parts of a paper to more than one course/instructor
Abetting plagiarism: knowingly helping another student to plagiarize by letting him/her copy
your paper. Selling a paper to a student, or by writing all or part of a paper for another student
Commercial tutoring services: making use of the services of a tutoring school or term paper
company to write papers.
19.2.4 How to avoid plagiarism
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Do not leave written work until the last day
Do not rely mainly on a single source for information or opinion
Do not borrow another student’s paper
Do not write a paper from borrowed notes
Do not write the paper with another student
Always back up your work on a hard drive or USB and make a hard copy wherever possible to
avoid problems created by computer failure
Always keep your notes and drafts until a paper has been returned
If you feel confused or panicked about time, or if you are having personal problems and cannot
concentrate, let your instructor and/or teaching assistant know before the submission deadline
Note taking: When taking notes from a source, always begin by writing down the full bibliographic
information (author, title, date of publication, publisher, place of publication, page numbers). Always
distinguish between the author’s own words and your own points. Do not take notes by carelessly copying
and changing a few words. Take notes in a separate word document. Do not mention sources in your
bibliography that have not been mentioned in your paper.
19.2.5 Penalties for Plagiarism
The instructor is required to immediately report potential plagiarism case to the Disciplinary Committee.
Penalties range from a failing grade to separation from the programme.
19.3 DC Decision Implementation
The students enrolled in a course but awaiting DC decision at the time of final grade submission to RO
will be highlighted by the course instructor. Registrar’s office will assign “RL” to such students at the
time of Zambeel grade posting for student self-service visibility. The applicable course grades for such
students will be assigned once the DC decision is communicated to the Registrar’s office. A HOLD on
the issuance of any requested university documents may be placed till the decision implementation on
Zambeel.
46 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 19.4 Procedure for Handling Grievances
In attempting to resolve any student grievance, it is the obligation of the student to first make a serious
effort to resolve the matter with the individual with whom the grievance originated. For example, in the
case of a grade related grievance the student should first talk to the faculty member concerned. The course
instructor retains primary responsibility for assigning grades. The instructor’s judgment is final unless
compelling evidence proves otherwise. In case of non-resolution at this stage, the proper channel to
follow is first the faculty advisor assigned to the student, then the Class Coordinator/Head of Department
of declared major, and finally the Dean. It should be kept in mind that a grade review can also result in a
grade reduction.
20 Teaching Assistantship
Student Teaching Assistants (TAs) play an important role at LUMS. Teaching Assistantships are
available to students at graduate, senior and junior level. The selection process is based purely on merit
and students involved in any disciplinary case are automatically disqualified. TAs are required to perform
their duties transparently with responsibility and discipline.
TA applications are activated on Zambeel one month prior to the commencement of the semester.
Students apply for TAship through their Zambeel self-service within the time period announced by the
Registrar Office. Applicants are short listed by the respective departmental TA coordinators. External
TAs applies through HR and is finalized by the respective departments. The TA list with the assigned
courses is sent by the departments to the Registrar’s office within the semester Add/Drop period for
Zambeel role allocation. The student to TA ratio defined by the university is implemented.
47 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 LAHORE UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, CAMPUS LIFE AND FACILITIES
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES ________________________________________________________________ 49
Office of the Registrar _______________________________________________________________________ 49
Office of Student Affairs (OSA) _______________________________________________________________ 49
Career Services Office _______________________________________________________________________ 49
National Outreach Programme ________________________________________________________________ 50
Financial Aid ______________________________________________________________________________ 50
Finance and Accounts _______________________________________________________________________ 53
Admissions _______________________________________________________________________________ 53
Marketing, Fundraising and Alumni Office ______________________________________________________ 53
General Administration & Services ____________________________________________________________ 53
CAMPUS LIFE ANDFACILITIES _____________________________________________________________ 54
Smart card usage guideline for students and Alumni _______________________________________________ 54
Information Systems and Technology ___________________________________________________________ 57
The Gad & Birgit Rausing Library _____________________________________________________________ 62
On Campus Residence _______________________________________________________________________ 65
Hostel LAN usage Policy ____________________________________________________________________ 66
Extracurricular Activities ____________________________________________________________________ 66
Sports and Wellness ________________________________________________________________________ 66
Student Council ____________________________________________________________________________ 68
Events and Student Societies __________________________________________________________________ 68
Residential Colleges ________________________________________________________________________ 69
House Physician ___________________________________________________________________________ 69
Cafeteria, Food Outlets and Shopping __________________________________________________________ 69
Banking and ATM __________________________________________________________________________ 70
Mosque __________________________________________________________________________________ 70
Campus Parking Policy ______________________________________________________________________ 70
48 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Office of the Registrar
The Registrar’s office (RO) serves as the university backbone; it owns the University Academic Calendar
and plans/meets stringent deadlines accordingly round the year. It is responsible for the registration of
students in courses and implementation of university policies. RO is the custodian of student records and
transcripts, degree progress and graduation audit, in addition to serving as a clearing house for assigning
majors and swapping or changing them subsequently. The Registrar’s office also manages the distribution
of semester schedules. Other requirements such as additional transcripts, clearance certificates, degrees
before convocation, duplicate degrees, attestation of documents, letters certifying student status and
student/alumni degree verification for other institutions/organizations are also handled by the Registrar’s
office. In short it is the hub around which the university student/administrative life revolves.
Registrar Office Timing:
Monday – Friday
08:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Documents Collection
03:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Office of Student Affairs (OSA)
Office of Student Affairs (OSA) at LUMS reaches out to students, inculcates in them a feeling of
belonging to a community and facilitates them in making sound social and academic judgments while
promoting their emotional and physical wellbeing so that it fosters intellectual growth, integrity and a
sense of responsibility in them. The OSA is a central place on campus; major responsibilities are life
advisement, exchange programme(s) announcement to students, sports wellness and recreation (SWR),
hostels and career services office (CSO).
Career Services Office
The Career Services Office (CSO) facilitates placements and internships of the graduate and
undergraduate programme graduates. CSO also helps in the pursuit of higher studies for the latter. This
office offers counseling and placement services and undertakes a wide range of activities that include
company presentations, on-campus job fairs, workshops on resume writing and interviewing skills, and
job search strategies among others. The objective is to help the students and the companies in evaluating
options and making the right choice to match their respective needs.
The CSO assists students to:
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Assess themselves and define realistic goals
Identify attractive work opportunities and potential employers
Generate job offers
Evaluate job offers
Provide career counseling
49 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 For further information visit the following link: http://cso.lums.edu.pk
National Outreach Programme
LUMS aims to provide equal academic opportunities to people of all social walks across Pakistan. In
order to fully harness the potential of the country’s human resource, LUMS launched a new initiative in
2001 - the National Outreach Programme, with the objective of providing educational opportunities to
bright and talented students from smaller cities, villages and inner city areas of large urban centres, who
are unable to meet the programme's regular fee requirement.
These efforts have resulted in the induction of approximately 500 students from the outreach stream to the
LUMS undergraduate programmes to date. The number includes seventy female students. Another
remarkable feat worth mentioning is that currently at LUMS, 10% of the entire student body is made up
of NOP scholars.
Financial Aid
The founders of LUMS envisaged a university where no one would be denied admission because of the
inability to pay. The effort is to seek out the best talent in the country and ensure that it is nurtured so that
it blooms to spread its benefits to others. The financial aid office is responsible for assessing and
processing all applications for financial assistance.
Financial assistance at LUMS is based on need and merit.
Policy for Granting Financial Assistance
The Financial Aid Committee assesses the need of each applicant. If the applicant qualifies for financial
aid, all or some portion of the assessed need is given as a loan or tuition waiver
Need Assessment:
The Financial Aid Committee assesses the financial need of candidates and determines whether or not the
candidates and their families have adequate resources to finance education at LUMS. The need is
determined on the basis of the statement of financial resources submitted by the student at the time of
admission and at the end of each academic year thereafter. Other sources of information if required and
interviews of applicants by the Financial Aid Committee may be scheduled as well.
All financial aid cases may go through physical verification. During the physical verification process, if
the Financial Aid committee finds that the information provided is misleading, they carry the discretion to
disqualify the student from the financial aid program and can forward the case to DC for more stringent
action in case of significant concealment of financial information.
50 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 There will be no financial aid beyond 8 regular semesters (summer not covered) to meet the minimum
130 credit hours required for graduation in the BA/ BSc/BS (Hons) programme and 10 regular semesters
(summer not covered) to meet the 162 credit hours requirement for BA-LLB students for graduation.
There is no cap on the overall credit hours taken towards graduation requirement provided they are within
the 12 – 20 credit hour bar in a regular semester and within 8 regular semesters. Students who decide to
take more than 20 credit hours in a regular semester or spend more than 8 regular semesters will have to
pay the dues for additional credit hours themselves.
Continuation of financial aid is subject to maintaining a CGPA of 2.0 at the undergraduate level.
If a student is selected for an exchange programme or plans to take a semester off, he/ she will have to
inform the Office of Financial Aid as well as the Registrar’s office in advance. The same procedure needs
to be followed upon re-joining.
Applications for Financial Aid
First Year
Students can apply for financial assistance for the first year at the time of applying for admission.
Application for financial assistance has no bearing on admission decision. Only those students whose
financial situation changes drastically due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. parent/guardian retirement,
death, layoffs from job etc,) can apply for financial assistance during the year.
Subsequent Years
Financial Aid Cases are reassessed on a yearly basis. Students are required to submit their revised
documents before the commencement of their next academic year. Deadline for the submission of
documents is specified by the Financial Aid Office.
Those students who did not qualify for financial aid in the preceding years or those who want to apply
afresh due to severe change in their financial situation can do so by submitting the financial aid form
quoting their special circumstances and supporting documents latest by May 31 of every year. It is
compulsory to provide evidence in case of any change in the financial situation. Adherence to the above
stated deadline is mandatory, otherwise the application may not be considered for that academic year.
The Financial Aid Department can conduct periodic reviews and physical verification of all students
availing the LUMS financial aid facility at any time of the year. The Financial Aid Department is fully
authorized to debar the student from the programme in case of misrepresentation / misreporting.
It is the responsibility of the students, who are on financial aid to provide updated information of their
family financials, in case of any positive change and get their financial aid adjusted.
The policy regarding fine for dropping credit hours, after the deadline, is the same for students who are on
any kind of financial aid.
51 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Financial Aid Decision Process
The Financial Aid Committee takes decisions pertaining to financial assistance. The decision and its
review follow the stages outlined below:
Stage 1
The decision for granting financial aid is taken by the Financial Aid Committee on the basis of need and
merit. Financial aid also depends on availability of university funds.
Stage 2
There appeals against the decision taken at the first stage will not be entertained. Students can re-apply for
financial aid at the beginning of their next academic year for consideration.
Financial aid can be increased, reduced, or kept the same at any stage of review.
Types of Financial Aid
Currently around 50% of the undergraduate student body at LUMS is on some kind of financial assistance
in the following forms:
LUMS Financial Assistance
LUMS Financial Assistance covers partial expenses of the programme. The range of the amount of
assistance ship over the last year has been between 20% and 100%.
Merit Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to the top students in each school. For freshmen, this award is based on
the LUMS admission evaluation ranking for the first year. In subsequent years, academic performance at
LUMS is the merit criterion.
Criteria for Merit Scholarships
First Year
Merit scholarships cover full tuition fees for one year only and are awarded to the top student admitted to
each school as determined by the LUMS Admission Evaluation ranking.
Subsequent Years
In subsequent years, these scholarships are awarded to students securing the top position in the Dean’s
honour list in each school based upon their academic performance.
52 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 External Scholarships
External funding is available in the form of full as well as partial scholarships for deserving students on
the basis of need and merit. Students are shortlisted for external scholarships based upon eligibility
criteria specified by the donors. Each scholarship has their own specifications and preferences and the
nature of scholarship varies from each other.
Finance and Accounts
The Finance and Accounts Department handles the students fee bills, maintains individual student’s fee
accounts. Students deposit their semester dues, hostel and other dues with the designated banking
network or through an online system, which are credited to the student’s individual accounts by the
Finance and Accounts Department. The Finance and Accounts Department also handles the disbursement
of student loans and scholarships. This office is also responsible for student account clearance upon
graduation and refund of security.
Admissions
The Admissions Office is responsible for admissions. The university is keen to attract students who are
not only academically competent but also have the potential to contribute to the learning environment of
LUMS. New students are admitted only once a year i.e. in fall semester. Admission in LUMS is purely
merit based. At the undergraduate level, students are admitted to a specific school from the beginning of
their programme. Admission in a specific major/school is based on merit, preference given by the
applicant and the availability of seats.
Marketing, Fundraising and Alumni Office
The Marketing, Fundraising and Alumni Office is the convergence point for both internal and external
stakeholders, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, donors, prospective students, visitors and others.
The office is responsible for marketing the university programmes and brand management. For this
purpose, it arranges open house sessions, runs marketing campaigns, as well as creates awareness of the
National Outreach Programme. The office is responsible for external and internal communications at
LUMS, and also serves as a crucial link between the university and its over 6500 alumni. Other
responsibilities falling in its domain include maintaining the university website, publishing promotional
material for external and internal audiences, organizing reunions, and arranging fund raising events,
among others.
General Administration & Services
The Administration Office is responsible for providing support to all the activities of the University in
coordination with other departments. Key responsibilities include maintenance and security of the
buildings and the campus, providing sports facilities, ensuring efficient functioning of the mail office and
the overall supervision of the Pepsi Dining Centre.
53 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 CAMPUS LIFE AND FACILITIES
Smart Card Usage Guideline for Students and Alumni
Background and Purpose
To improve upon access control and visitor management capabilities on campus, LUMS has devised a
comprehensive campus security and visitor management solution.
From April 2009 onwards, the LUMS smart card has become the “official” university ID and access
control card for our students, and alumni.
The purpose of this policy is to lay the ground rules for the use of the campus smart card.
Scope & Applicability
The smart card will provide its owner authorized access to key university facilities including office
blocks, student hostels, library, computing labs, and the sports complex.
The policy is applicable to:
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All LUMS students
LUMS alumni
Future applications of the smartcard can be included in access to several optional services including Pepsi
Dining Centre (PDC) meal plans, library fines etc.
Default Access levels
The university smart card solution is extremely flexible and can be configured to meet detailed access
requirements for individuals. The access matrix below provides the default access rights that are assigned
to each individual based upon their role at LUMS.
HOSTEL STUDENTS
DAY SCHOLARS
LUMS ALUMNI
Library
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Sports Complex
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Computing Labs
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Student Hostels
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Alumni Office
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Residential Colleges
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Designated Office Areas
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* Respective residential college (only for members)
54 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The LUMS smart card will only grant access during the hours of operations of the different facilities on
campus.
Applicable Policies
It is mandatory that each student and alumnus obtain their LUMS smart card from the main security
office of the university.
It is mandatory to carry your smart card all the time when on campus. A university security representative
can ask you for identification, and without the card you will not be able to access various locations on
campus.
The issued smart card will be valid for the entire duration of user’s degree period.
Cards are not transferable from one person to another. Only the person pictured on the card is authorized
to use the card.
In case card is lost or stolen, the card owner must inform the security office immediately.
Once issued in a working condition the protection of the smart card is a sole responsibility of the user. In
case of non-functional or worn-out card, the decision of the issuing authority will be considered as final.
The cardholder will be charged a card replacement fee.
Note: students on financial aid can file their appeal for smart card fee reduction through Financial Aid
Office.
LUMS reserves the right to withdraw the card at any time.
Policy Violations
Extending access rights by lending card to someone else or helping other people to gain unauthorized
access to facilities (tail gating).
Tampering with access control hardware and surveillance devices, theft and damage to University
property e.g. door, glass, access control hardware, surveillance cameras etc.
Penalties and fines
If violations are proved against a person, his/her Smartcard would be immediately deactivated, and fines
up to Rs 20,000 (Rupees twenty thousand) could be imposed. In case of theft and damage to university
property additional fines may be imposed.
Serious violations of the policy will be referred directly to the appropriate Disciplinary Committee, and
could result in severance from degree programme.
55 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Important procedures
Lost or stolen card:
The loss or theft of a smart card must be notified to the LUMS security office immediately in person. The
cardholder must bring a valid identification document, i.e. CNIC, passport, driving license. Cardholder
credentials can also be verified from the LUMS active directory.
In case the cardholder is not able to visit the said office, he must inform security by sending an email
from LUMS account on access.help@lums.edu.pk and reconfirming status via telephone within next
twelve hours.
It is not possible to prevent the unauthorized use of a lost or stolen smart card until it has been reported by
the registered cardholder to the security office for deactivation. Until it is deactivated, the user will be
liable for the unauthorized use of the smart card.
Replacement Cards:
A replacement smart card will be issued at a charge of Rs 1,500 (rupees one thousand five hundred). The
replacement smartcard will have the same validity. Students on financial aid will be expected to file their
appeal for relief through the Financial Aid Office.
Note: Relief of Rs 700/- can be extended to a student.
System Down’ Contingency:
In the event of system malfunction i.e. card reader problem, power problems or other reasons causing the
interruption in services of the security, the security office will open smart-card-free access to the users in
the particular area, till the system is restored.
Resources
In case of any query, feedback, information or help please contact the security office (new gate site, near
covered car parking) at telephone +92-42-111-11-5867 (ext 2560) or email us at:
access.help@lums.edu.pk
All discussion and debates on topics of interest to the community at large, will take place via university
maintained list servers
http://lists.lums.edu.pk
Students have the option to subscribe to and to post to these lists. However an alternate option such as
smart card discussion board is also available at:
http://portal.lums.edu.pk/GeneralAdminServices/Security/Lists/Team Discussion/AllItems.aspx
56 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Information Systems and Technology
Teaching and learning at LUMS is technology-intensive. LUMS offers a rich and diverse computing
environment that effectively meets the productivity requirements of its students, faculty and staff.
Information Systems and Technology (IST) supports academic and administrative computing systems and
spearheads IT-initiatives to ensure adequacy of the technology infrastructure.
Each day, the LUMS community plugs into a vast campus network. Those who are off-campus, have
secure, web-based access to on-line course support services such as enrolment, assignments and grades,
message boards, and e-mail. Wireless access is available throughout the campus excluding male/female
hostels. Internet access at LUMS is fast and reliable. The campus currently consumes a total of 137 mbps
of internet bandwidth across its labs, offices, and residences.
Computing Labs
There are five general purpose computing labs with approximately 250 PCs at LUMS. Five computing
labs are located on the third floor of the library building and operate 24/7. The five general-purpose labs
are equipped with high-end workstations, document scanners and high-speed laser printers. In addition,
kiosks have been placed, outside the library and Lab 2 for quick access to email and the web.
Apart from the general computing labs facility, there are four computing labs in SBASSE, having seating
capacity of 25 computers each. These labs are located on 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th floor of the SBASSE
building. Further, there are two computing labs in SDSB, having seating capacity of 15 computers each,
located on the 1st floor of the SDSB building.
A student may reserve a PC in the lab with custom installation of required software or hardware.
Computing labs may be also be reserved for a fixed period of time exclusively for specific group at the
request of a faculty member, authorized staff and president of society. Lab reservation hours will be
posted by the lab staff and students are expected to observe them.
Email
Every student is provided with an email account. Students are strongly advised to check their emails at
least three times a day as communication between most departments and students is through this channel.
At times homework is also assigned by email.
All computing labs have email access. Email is accessible through the LUMS website at:
http://www.lums.edu.pkor through this direct link: https://campusmail.lums.edu.pk/
57 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Software for Students
IST provides the following software for installation on LUMS PCs: Antivirus Suite, Microsoft Office XP,
2007 & 2010 and 2013 including MS Visio & Project, MS Visual Studio 2005 & 2008, MS Visual Studio
.Net, Oracle, SQL, Grader, WinZip, ERP Client, Microsoft Publisher, Oracle Client Configuration, SPSS
with AMOS, Stata, TSP, Eviews, Matlab, Adobe (Photoshop CS3, Acrobat Professional 9, Illustrator),
Scientific Workplace, Mathematica, Palisade tools, ChemDraw Ultra, Lab View, Clone CD, GFI Client,
Peachtree, Crystal Reports, Stella and Winedt – amongst others.
LUMS also subscribes to the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN). Any software that is available
through the MSDN subscription can be installed per request in computing labs per class requirement.
A list of the available software can be viewed from the LUMS network by connecting to:
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Student Information System (ZAMBEEL)
The Student Information System at LUMS is affectionately called Zambeel. It provides students with a
comprehensive platform for course registration, academic history, grading, and advisement processes. To
access the application, please visit the link: https://zambeel.lums.edu.pk
Learning Management System (LMS)
Sakai, the learning management system used at LUMS, provides a convenient online environment for
student-faculty collaboration. Features include assignment management, course material upload, course
websites, online discussions, as well as the ability to hold online quizzes and to grade them.
For further information, please visit: https://lms.lums.edu.pk
Video Conferencing Facilities
Video conferencing facilities are also available on-campus, enabling students and faculty to effectively
collaborate with researchers and distinguished scholars across the globe. The University has conducted
hundreds of successful video conferencing sessions with national and international groups and individuals
during the last few years. Video conferences are sponsored by faculty members at LUMS and require
advance scheduling. For more details please contact the IST Helpdesk.
Lecture-Capture and Streaming
A number of lecturers choose to use lecture-capture technology where class lectures are recorded and
placed online as soon as the class completes, providing students a great resource to refer to while
preparing for exams or in case they skipped a lecture.
58 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 IST offers live streaming/broadcasting of events. LUMS has successfully broadcasted a number of events
including the Convocation Ceremonies and the SSE inauguration ceremony. Live broadcast can be
viewed through the following link:http://live.lums.edu.pk
For further information, please contact the IST helpdesk, and to view recorded lectures please visit:
http://panopto.lums.edu.pk.
LUMS IST Helpdesk
The LUMS IST helpdesk is a technical support team that provides prompt, knowledgeable and courteous
desktop computing support services over the phone, in person, via web and email to LUMS. The Help
Desk aims to resolve all interactions with at least 80% or above satisfaction. If this is not possible, the
inquiry is escalated to provide alternative referrals or resources. If the problem or request concerns an
unsupported operating system, hardware, software or service, staff will do their best, given call volumes,
to suggest other avenues of support. The help desk mission is to ensure a positive experience and a speedy
resolution resulting in the efficient use of technology tools for our academic setting.
Email: helpdesk@lums.edu.pk
Phone: 042.3560-8000 x4150 / x4149
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am. till 10:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am till 6:00 pm
Computer Lab Usage Policy
LUMS computing facilities are designed to be used in connection with legitimate, University-related
purposes. The following are considered as general rules of computing lab usage. Failure to abide by these
can result in the offender’s account being disabled for a certain period of time, plus a monetary fine or a
referral to the Disciplinary Committee.
Access to computing labs is only allowed to students with identification. Lab staff may request students to
produce their LUMS student ID card and may request to leave the lab otherwise.
IST strives to maintain a quiet, work friendly environment in its computing labs in order that lab users can
use their time productively and with minimal distractions.
Computing Labs are a work area, so no food or drinks (including water) are allowed in the labs.
Any computer left unattended for 15 minutes is considered vacant. Please log off before leaving your
workstation.
If your workstation is locked for more than 15 minutes, your PC will log off automatically. Please plan
your activities accordingly.
59 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Students are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality of access rights under their control. For instance,
release of a password, whether intentional or inadvertent, invites misuse by others may be subject to
disciplinary action.
Damaging or misusing the lab equipment and furniture can result in penalties. Careful handling is
emphasized.
Putting feet on the chairs and sleeping in the labs is not allowed.
Installation of any software without permission of the IST staff is not allowed.
Playing games is strictly not allowed in any of the computing labs.
Use of computing and communication resources to support a profit entity (including any personal
business) is strictly forbidden.
Carrying of shoulder bags in the labs is prohibited. Areas are designated near labs where students can
leave their bags. However, students can bring small pouches to carry valuables.
Downloading any copyright material (e.g. software, music, videos, books, photographs, etc) is prohibited.
Fines will be imposed for the following violations:
Penalty for sending out mass emails can range from a fine of Rs 5,000 to disciplinary committee referral.
Allowing a fellow student to use your account will result in a penalty of Rs 1,500.
Violating lab rules for the second time will result in a penalty of Rs 3,000.
The following activities will not be tolerated under any circumstances and will result in serious
disciplinary action including possible separation from LUMS:
The use of computing resources to disseminate obscene, pornographic, or libellous materials, to threaten
or harass others, or otherwise to engage in activities forbidden by this Code is subject to disciplinary
action. LUMS maintains a comprehensive log of all user activity performed on workstations in computing
labs. These user logs can, and are, referred to when an event of misuse of resources is reported.
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Writing objectionable and obscene remarks or comments on logged-in but unattended computer
terminals
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Tampering with the lab surveillance system
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Email spamming and email wars
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Sniffing passwords and misusing accounts
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Placing or offering any kind of commercial or indecent services from individual web pages
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Misbehaving with lab support staff and other IST staff
60 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 In case of these violations, even first time offenders will be referred to the Disciplinary Committee.
Note: Your first point of contact is the lab support staff available on-site. You may also email your
concerns to helpdesk@lums.edu.pk.
Students should not leave papers, trash, books or bags on computer terminals/desks.
Assistive Technology Lab
The Assistive Technology Lab provides training to individuals on the use of assistive technologies for
visually impaired persons. Training is often customized to each individual's needs and requirements and is
conducted on the following technologies and tools. It is conducted by the LUMS Assistive Technology
Specialist.
Computer and Internet Use with JAWS
This training prepares persons in the use of computers with the popular text-to-speech (screen reading)
software JAWS. Each trainee is instructed on the use of Microsoft Office applications, email client, and
Internet browser. He or she is also given practice tasks to improve their understanding and usage of the
software. The duration of this training is approximately 5 days for blind persons and 3 days for sighted
persons (e.g. trainers).
Accessible Digital Media Creation
This training guides persons in the creation of digital formats from printed text. The primary focus is on
conversion of printed text to digital documents using an optical scanner and the popular scan-to-digitalformat software OpenBook. This software also allows direct reading of printed text. Trainees are also
guided on the creation of DAISY format books for playback on computers and DAISY-compatible
standalone devices. The duration of this training is approximately 2 days for blind persons and 1 day for
sighted persons.
Assistive Technology Demos
This is a complimentary demonstration of various assistive technologies for persons with vision
impairments. It includes screen reading software(JAWS), scan-to-read software (OpenBook), Braille
embossers and Braille embossing software, refreshable Braille display, DAISY creation and playback
tools, and screen magnification software (e.g. MAGic).
Braille Reading and Writing
This is an introductory training on the Braille language. Trainees are instructed in the reading and writing
of Braille for study and work purposes. Emphasis will be placed on practice so that trainees become
comfortable with Braille. The duration of this training is approximately 5 days.
61 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The Gad & Birgit Rausing Library
The Gad & Birgit Rausing Library at LUMS provides excellent services and facilities to support the
academic and research needs of students, faculty and staff. It provides a full range of services that include
book loans, online information searching, reference services, inter-library loan, document delivery,
photocopying, viewing of audiovisual and microfilm materials, access to virtual collections and digital
resources, CD-ROM and online searching.
LUMS Library’s depository collections consist of publications of World Bank, Asian Development Bank,
United Nations, International Monetary Fund, European Union and Government of Pakistan documents.
The Library’s collection on project reports, thesis and dissertations, audio and video tapes and CDs /
DVDs are one of a kind.
The Library provides access to more than 35,000 leading international journals available through growing
LUMS E-databases.
These databases can be accessed through:http://library.lums.edu.pk/lrs_edatabases.html
The following CD/DVD databases are available and accessible within library premises only:
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ACM SIGMOD Anthology
International Political Science Abstracts
OECD
Index Islamicus
PC-TAS
Industrial Statistics Database
Industrial Demand Supply Balance Database
Government Finance Statistics
Research Editions of Business Periodicals
The Library also subscribes to the following full text electronic books, encyclopaedias, almanacs, digital
dissertations and handbooks accessible through the Internet at:
http://library.lums.edu.pk/lrs_ebooks_sub.html:
LUMS library is imparting information literacy among its users through research session, orientations of
newly entrants and in class sessions. These sessions help enhance library users’ understanding regarding
library resources and services.
Opening Hours
The library is open 7 days a week and around the clock during
exams.
62 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Timings:
Monday – Friday 08:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday
02:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Helpdesks on both floors provide proactive services from 08:30
a.m. to 08:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday). The Library remains
closed on public holidays
Library Usage Policy
Leave your personal belongings such as handbags, briefcases, etc, outside the library entrance, on your
own responsibility. The library disclaims any liability for loss or damage.
Submit any book for inspection, when requested by the library staff.
Do not write, underline or mark any book. Library books are carefully examined on return and the
borrower will be held responsible for the damage.
Please leave books on the table or on the book trolley after reading. Please do not shelve the books.
Complete silence should be observed except for brief and subdued talk with the library staff.
Drinks and eatables are not allowed in the library.
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the library.
Keep your mobiles switched-off / silent within the library premises.
Students wearing shorts are not allowed inside the library.
Do not change configuration of computers or any other equipment in the library. LUMS IT code of
conduct must be observed while using IT applications.
Lending Rules
Students become members of the library on their admission at LUMS. However, they are required to sign
the “Relationship Form” to activate their membership. All registered users are entitled to borrow
materials from the library. Borrowing privileges may differ depending on the membership category.
63 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The borrowing privileges for course reserve* and general books are:
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY
BORROWING
PRIVILEGES
DAYS
Undergraduate Students
8 books
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Graduate & Postgraduates
15 books
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Teaching Assistants
8 books
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Research Associates
15 books
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Faculty
30 books
120
Staff
4 books
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Corporate Members
4 books
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*Course reserve will be issued for three hours.
Presentation of a valid library card is a must for any checkout at the circulation desk.
Loan may be renewed if another user has not reserved the desired book. Overdue books will not be
renewed online.
Books already checked-out by some other user can be reserved. You can also request for reserve the book
through iPortal.
Reference material, CD-ROMs, annual reports, pamphlets, current and bound periodicals, IA (industrial
advisory) reports, thesis / dissertations, student projects and newspapers cannot be checked-out. They can
only be consulted within the library premises.
Photocopying facility is available where copyright rules permit. Patrons can get photocopying cards @
Rs.60/- per card from library after making payment in the bank.
If you accidentally misplace a book and could not find it after a thorough search, report this to the
Circulation Desk immediately to avoid overdue fine.
Mutilation of library material can lead to a disciplinary action against the perpetrator Books accidentally
damaged should be reported so that suitable assessment can be made and damages can be collected /
imposed.
Library material borrowed by any member is subject to recall if needed by the library. A fine may be
imposed if the recall request is not entertained.
Any material not returned or renewed within 60 days of the due date will be considered lost.
64 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Fines
To encourage timely return of library materials and to provide optimal sharing of the collections, fines are
charged for overdue items. Borrowers are responsible for returning or renewing items by the due date. If
items are not returned within the due date, fines become retroactive to the first overdue day at following
rates.
Overdue books: Rs.10/- per book per day.
Lost books: In case of loss or damage, the patron will be charged three times the current price of the item.
Course reserve: This material is issued for three hours only. If the material is not returned within the
allocated time, a fine of Rs.50/- for each extra hour will be charged.
Disciplinary fine: Rs. 500/- on first time violation, Rs. 1000/- on second time violation. If the patron
continues, the case will be referred to the Disciplinary Committee.
Overdue and fine notices will be sent through official email. All library fines are only paid with the
accounts department. Library account will be blocked if the fine exceeds Rs. 5,000/-.
Reading Material
Reading material for all courses taught in a semester is placed on the Reserve Desk in the Library from
where students can check it out for a 3 hour period.
On Campus Residence
The Office of Student Affairs Housing Office supports the academic mission of LUMS by providing a
well-maintained residential environment for learning that respects and appreciates individual differences
and promotes a sense of community. It deals with all aspects of on campus residence including student
housing, accommodation, room change requests, and repairs and maintenance. The Housing Office staff
ensures that students are safe, comfortable, and enjoy their on campus residence.
New students apply for on campus residence along with their admission and returning students register
for accommodation for the next academic year in February.
Non-payment of college fees, failure to check in without prior notice at the beginning of any academic
term, or ceasing to be a registered fulltime student may result in cancellation of residence.
On campus residence dues are non-refundable. Security, registration and laundry charges must be paid by
all residents.
Space is allocated for one year and rooms must be vacated at the end of the academic year. Students must
sign the housing agreement at the time of check in and formally complete a check out prior to vacating
their room.
65 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Hostel LAN usage Policy
The campus network is a facility that is to be used responsibly at all times by all members of the LUMS
community. Hosting and transmitting material which is designed or likely to cause annoyance,
inconvenience or needless anxiety to anyone is against usage norms, and will lead to action against
individuals and groups involved in such activities.
Internet Browsing from Hostels is monitored and students are advised to avoid accessing pornographic
material or any objectionable site. In case a student is found browsing through objectionable site, serious
action leading to the termination from the registered programme will be taken.
Password sharing of any server of LUMS will be considered as violation of the computer usage from the
hostel. In case any attempts or activity is recorded from the login of a student, his/her account will be
disabled along with that of one whose password was used.
Use of hacking tools and attempts to hack campus equipment will lead to the disciplinary action including
termination of the room computer node for indefinite period.
Disabling of room node(s) will be made in case the activity falls under hacking, scanning etc. or the log in
shows access to objectionable sites, or attempts to compromise other internet sites from the hostel LAN.
Access to P2P sites will be limited as they consume a lot of internet bandwidth and may contain illegal
material.
In case of a violation disciplinary action will be taken against the student as per university rules and
regulations.
Extracurricular Activities
Extra-Curricular Activities Office (ECA) caters to activities like student leadership and organization, keen
interest and involvement, team work and collegiality, and highest standards of integrity and transparency.
ECA monitors the administration and discipline in the student-run societies, and provides them the
logistical support. It also provides organizational and documentation help taking while avoiding any
circumstances which may clash with university policies.
Sports and Wellness
The Sports, Wellness and Recreation Department (SWR) caters to the well-being of the recreational
events such as those of intra-University, national and international importance. The broad mission of this
office is to promote competitive and intra-mural sports among the students, create health awareness and
encourage physical well-being by offering a range of fitness and recreational activities to the LUMS
community.
Facilities are provided for sports like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table-tennis, badminton, basketball,
snooker and gyms for physical well-being. Efficient working conditions and activities are taken care of in
this department.
66 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Facility Usage Policy
General Rules:
There are three categories of membership:
a) Regular students, faculty, and staff
b) Alumni
c) Guests
Management reserves the right to close all the facilities or part of the sports complex due to repairs,
maintenance or expansion of the facility or in case of special events, without advance notice.
Management can re-adjust the operating hours of the facility without any prior notice.
All users must bring a valid membership/university card to gain entry and use of the sporting facilities,
and are required to sign in at the reception register.
In general for most facilities you are advised to book in advance, particularly during peak periods.
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Booking of facilities vary across sports
Flood Light, times and procedures also vary across facility – rules, regulations and procedures are
available separately
The university provides coaches for most of sports
Instructors for coaching are available between 1700 hrs to 2300 hrs from Monday to Friday
The sporting equipment is available for users to borrow by submitting the university ID card
Lockers are available on a first come first served basis
If a student wishes to obtain a locker key he / she must pay the given subscribed charges;
Lockers will only be issued to day scholars
Locker Rental Fees:
1 year
Six month
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Rs. 7 per day
Rs. 10 per day
Rs. 15 per day
Rs. 20 per day
If lockers are not available, students may leave their equipment bag at the reception. They will be
issued a token as a receipt
Personal belongings and valuables stored in the lockers will be at the owner’s risk
Clothing:
Members are required to dress in appropriate sportswear according to the sport they are playing.
However, the following are mandatory:
• A sweat / T-shirt must be worn to cover the upper body
• Shorts must be mid-thigh or longer
• Socks must be worn
• Appropriate non-marking (transparent sole) footwear is essential.
67 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The following are strictly prohibited:
• Casual clothing i.e. front open shirts, jeans, jean shorts, very short shorts
• Open-toed shoes, open-backed shoes, sandals, or any types of equipment which can damage the
facilities – this determination is to be made by the management
Note: Specific sports have additional clothing requirements.
Food, Drink & Fine:
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Water in closed, plastic containers is allowed. All other drinks and glass containers are
prohibited. Outside food is not permitted inside the facilities
Smoking, tobacco, and gum are strictly prohibited
Any damage caused to sports complex property is to be paid at the replacement cost decided by
the management
Persistent breaches of rules and regulations shall be liable to fines (Rs. 500) and possible barring
First Aid Disclaimers
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First aid and emergency medical services are available in the sports complex
A doctor is also available between 3:00 to 7:00p.m Monday to Friday
All exercise and sports sessions will be undertaken at the member’s own risk. Management will
not be responsible in cases of injury or accident
Members are advised to get a medical doctor’s clearance before starting any serious exercise
programme
All personal belongings brought into the premises shall be kept at the owner's risk
The university reserves the right to remove individuals from recreation facilities and to revoke
membership based on that individual's actions
Student Council
Members of student council are the representatives of the student body at LUMS and seek to promote the
causes and concerns of the student community during the formulation of academic and social policies,
priorities and direction by the university. This student body was created to assure the most fulfilling
university experience for students by promoting the academic and social aims of the students at the
Lahore University of Management Sciences; to safeguard academic freedom and promote integrity.
Events and Student Societies
The student societies are the back bone of all the student activities. At LUMS, to nurture a student’s
talent, beyond the classroom a thriving platform of student societies exists. These dynamic societies,
some of which are mentioned below, encourage leadership and professional development in the students.
SLUMS
LUMS Entrepreneurial Society (LES)
68 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 PLUMS
LUMS Culture Society
LUMS Adventure Society (LAS)
LUMS Community Service Society
LUMS Music Society
LUMS Media Arts Society
LUMS Art Club
LUMS Model United Nations Society
LUMS Religious Society
DRAMALINE
DRUMS
Amnesty International AT LUMS
AIESEC
IEEE
LUMS Daily Student
LUMS Literary Society
Random Walk Economics Society (RWES)
Law and Politics Society (LPS)
Managerial Society at LUMS
Residential Colleges
Residential colleges (RCs) are permanent, cross-sectional, student-and-faculty societies that provide the
advantages of a small college in the environment of a large university. The purpose of the RCs is to foster
community building in the undergraduate student body at LUMS. One of its greatest benefits is to build
robust support-nets within each residential community that students can turn to in times of distress. These
community relationships cut across boundaries of schools and classes at LUMS, creating bonds between
people of diverse ages, backgrounds and academic interests.
Each college has a college master, who is an appointed faculty member who, in collaboration with the RC
coordinators and the students, leads the community life of the college.
House Physician
Students can avail the services of an experienced house physician who is available for medical
consultation for five hours, five working days a week. During exam days, the doctor is available over
weekends as well.
Additionally, the emergency medical services (EMS) is an independent student-run initiative for cases of
an emergent nature.
Cafeteria, Food Outlets and Shopping
The Pepsi Dining Centre (PDC) at LUMS offers a diverse range of food for meals and snacks at very
reasonable prices. The first floor of the PDC accommodates food stalls from popular cafes from across
69 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 the city. Other eating facilities on the campus include khokha (canteen), and a variety of other outlets
where edibles and everyday routine stuff are available to the students.
The LUMS Super Store provides easy access to daily provisions including toiletries, snacks and
medicines to individuals living on campus.
Banking and ATM
To fulfill the financial needs of the students, MCB Bank Branch and ATM Booth is installed on campus
for fast and convenient banking round the clock.
Mosque
The campus also has a beautifully designed, community mosque which is open 24 hours a day. Daily
sermons are delivered in both Arabic and Urdu. The spacious mosque offers separate prayer facilities for
men and women.
Campus Parking Policy
This policy applies to the use of university parking facilities by faculty, staff, students and visitors. The
overall responsibility of parking rests with the General Administration Services Department (university
administration). Vehicle entry stickers have been redesigned as per parking lots.
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Parking fees and conditions are established by the university administration, which are as
follows:Parking stickers can only be given to LUMS community holding smart cards
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Valid vehicle documents must be in possession while getting the sticker issued
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The sticker will be pasted by the concerned staff on the vehicle
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The stickers will be issued as per financial year and design / colour will be changed every year
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Two stickers can be issued on one smart card
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The payment of stickers is to be deposited in the MCB booth LUMS or can be charged through
the Finance Department
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Parking is permitted in designated parking spaces only. Parking along campus roadways, interior
paths, or on campus landscaping is prohibited
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Sleeping overnight in vehicles on campus is prohibited
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No vehicular repair or maintenance will be made on campus except under emergency conditions
with the approval of the LUMS General Administration and Services
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LUMS Security Office must be informed in case of temporary parking of a vehicle on campus for
longer duration. The university administration reserves the right to cancel any parking privileges
as deemed necessary
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In exceptional circumstances such as for handicapped faculty, staff, students and visitors or
special university guests, the university administration reserves the right to authorize the use of
specific parking place at its discretion
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The university administration reserves the right to close parking facilities when conditions
warrant
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The university administration is authorized to examine upon request, the contents of all vehicles
on university premises in the presence of the owner. Refusal to submit to such examination may
result in the immediate loss of parking privileges
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The LUMS community must adhere to the parking policy, park the vehicles as per parking
stickers and observe traffic signs. Failing which, a warning will be served by pasting a slip on the
vehicle and subsequently a repetition will result in a fine, as follows:
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Wrong parking
Blowing horns
Rs 1000/Rs 500/Rs 500/-
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The campus speed limit is 20 km per hour
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Overnight parking is prohibited except campus residents unless authorized in advance by the
General Administration Department
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The university assumes no responsibility for loss, theft or damages to vehicles parked in
university parking premises. Owners are expected to lock their vehicles
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71 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 LAHORE UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMME OUTLINES
SULEMAN DAWOOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (SDSB) _________________________________________ 73 The ACF Programme _______________________________________________________________________ 74 The Management Science (MGS) Programme ____________________________________________________ 82 MUSHTAQ AHMED GURMANI SCHOOL of HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES (MGSHSS) ______ 92 Department of Humanities and Social Sciences ___________________________________________________ 92 Anthropology/ Sociology Major Requirements ___________________________________________________ 92 Political Science Major Requirements __________________________________________________________ 97 History Major Requirements _________________________________________________________________ 101 Humanities Major Requirements______________________________________________________________ 105 Minors in Humanities & Social Sciences _______________________________________________________ 112 Anthropology/Sociology __________________________________________________________________ 113 History ________________________________________________________________________________ 113 Literature in English _____________________________________________________________________ 113 Political Science ________________________________________________________________________ 113 Philosophy _____________________________________________________________________________ 114 Department of Economics ___________________________________________________________________ 115 Economics Major Requirements ______________________________________________________________ 115 Politics & Economics Major Requirements _____________________________________________________ 119 Economics Minor _________________________________________________________________________ 122 SYED BABAR ALI SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (SBASSE) ______________________ 123 Department of Biology: _____________________________________________________________________ 128 Department of Chemistry ___________________________________________________________________ 130 Department of Computer Science _____________________________________________________________ 132 Department of Electrical Engineering __________________________________________________________ 134 Department of Mathematics _________________________________________________________________ 137 Department of Physics ______________________________________________________________________ 139 SBASSE Minors __________________________________________________________________________ 141 Biology Minor __________________________________________________________________________ 141 Chemistry Minor ________________________________________________________________________ 142 Computer Science Minor _________________________________________________________________ 143 Mathematics Minor ______________________________________________________________________ 143 Physics Minor __________________________________________________________________________ 144 SHAIKH AHMAD HASSAN SCHOOL OF LAW _______________________________________________ 145 BA-LLB Major Requirement ________________________________________________________________ 145 72 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMME OUTLINES
Thesegiven individual schools/programmes follow the defined university’s academic policies. In case of
any confusion please check with RO for clarification.
SULEMAN DAWOOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (SDSB)
Introduction
The Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) was the first school established at LUMS in 1986.
Now, over two decades and more than 2000 graduates later it is ranked as one of the top business schools
in the region. SDSB continues to be the first choice of students in South Asia. This is what makes a
partnership with SDSB a worthwhile endeavour.
The school offers a variety of programmes including an intensive full-time MBA, a week-end Executive
MBA, a course-based PhD Management and Bachelor's programmes with majors in Accounting and
Finance, and Management Science.
LUMS-SDSB maintains a close relationship with the business world, which acts as a source of advice and
information. This interaction not only helps to keep the curriculum relevant to the needs of business
organizations, but also ensures that the students are exposed to the dynamics of the corporate world.
The school aims at providing for the varying educational needs of a culturally diverse and geographically
dispersed student body by preparing them academically, personally, and professionally, and by providing
them access to opportunities to make a difference.
SDSB has research linkages with highly renowned institutes. The active student and faculty exchange
programmes with 16 universities from all over the world. Adding to the global appeal of the SDSB family
is the highly engaged alumni body placed in more than 50 countries all over the world. This global
networking provides a holistic perspective to the SDSB experience.
Vision
We seek to be a leading management school in the region with global perspective and to be recognized
for teaching and research excellence.
Mission
Our mission is three-fold:
 To develop individuals with the integrity and intellectual capacity to assume a leadership role
in society
 To impact the practice of management
 To contribute to knowledge generation and dissemination
73 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Academic Programmes Offered
1) Accounting & Finance (ACF)
2) Management Science (MGS)
The ACF Programme
The four-year B.Sc. (Hons) programme in Accounting & Finance equips students with the knowledge,
analytical and practical skills required to excel in a dynamic and competitive business environment of the
world today. The programme prepares students with the knowledge and hands-on experience to process
and present accounting information according to the needs of the intended users and enables them to use
such information for decision making. The finance component of the programme develops students
understanding of finance theory and practices and how financial decisions interface with financial
markets to impact firm value. The programme provides students with solid foundations for graduate
studies, professional qualifications, or a variety of exciting and challenging careers within accounting and
finance.
The programme has the following key learning objectives:
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Provide students with the theoretical knowledge, analytical tools and understanding of the current
practices to handle a variety of accounting and finance functions
Prepare students with knowledge and hands-on experience to capture accounting transactions,
events and conditions and to report them in accordance with the applicable frameworks to internal
and external users for decision making and be able to use such information for decision making
Develop students understanding of financial theory and practice as it relates to financing and
allocation of resources among competing opportunities with the aim of creating value
Develop students’ intellectual capacity to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving and
reasoning, enabling them to deal with complex business issues by integrating theory with practice
Develop understanding of the legal, social, political, economic, and technological environments
Provide students with opportunities to hone personal and interpersonal skills including effective
communication to enable them to develop as independent, confident and reflective individuals
who are capable of taking initiative, working in and leading teams
Develop students who can appreciate the importance of sustainable and ethical practices and their
role as socially responsible individuals within the local as well as global community
Academic Year
The academic year comprises two regular semesters,
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Fall Semester
Spring Semester
74 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Each semester is of fourteen (14) teaching week’s duration with 5 days per week ensuring 70 days of
academic activity per semester excluding gazetted holidays and final exams. The Fall semester runs from
mid-August to late December, while the Spring semester runs from mid-January to late May.
Programme Structure-Accounting & Finance (ACF)
ACF – Table 1
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours [3 Courses)
25 Credit Hours [7 Courses)
Graduation Requirements
University Core
University Distribution
 Out-Group Distribution
 In-Group Distribution
10 Credit hrs (3 Courses)
15 Credit hrs (4 Courses)
40 credit hrs [12 courses]
Pre Business & Business Core
ACF Major Requirements
17 Credit Hours [5 courses]
ACF Major Core Courses
4 Credit hours
ACF Audit Internship
16 Credit Hours [4 courses]
ACF Major Elective Courses
20 Credit hours [6 courses]
University Free Electives:
University Core: 8 Credit hrs [3 Courses]
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.2)
University Distribution: 25 Credit hrs [7 Courses]
Out Group Distribution: 10 Credit hrs [3 Courses]
The students will be forced enrolled for the out-group courses
ACF – Table 2
Course Title
Calculus I
Logic & Critical Thinking
Probability & Statistics
Credits
Total
3
3
4
10
75 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 In Group Distribution: 15 Credit hrs [4 Courses]
The students will be forced enrolled for the In-group courses
ACF – Table 3
Course Title
Credits
Information Technology Management
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON/LAW/MGS Course
Total
3
4
4
4
15
Pre-Business & Business Core: 40 Credit hrs [12 Courses]
All students will be forced enrolled for the pre-business & business core courses
ACF – Table 4
Course Title
Principles of Financial Accounting
Principles of Management
Computer & Problem Solving
Principles of Management Accounting
Business Communication
Introduction to Management Science
Business Ethics
Business Law
Introduction to Business Operation Modeling
Organizational Behaviour
Principles of Marketing
Principles of Finance
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
Total
40
ACF Major Core Courses: 17 Credit hrs [5 Courses]
The following core courses constitute of 17 credit hours as part of the ACF major core requirements and
students will be forced for these courses.
ACF – Table 5
ACCOUNTING
Code
Course Title
ACCT 250 Auditing
ACCT 370 Applied Taxation
ACCT 220 Corporate Financial Reporting
FINANCE
FINN 200
Intermediate Finance
FINN 400
Applied Corporate Finance
Credits
3
3
4
Total
3
4
17
76 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ACF Audit Internship: 4 Credit hrs [Manadatory]
ACF audit internship is a mandatory degree requirement for all ACF students and students get four
semester credit hours for this internship. At the end of the internship, students are required to submit
a written report documenting the whole learning experience as thoroughly as possible. It give them
confidence that they have actually made the best of this opportunity but it also gives them a chance to
reflect on their experiences in a more structured manner. the following are the minimum required contents
for the audit internship report:
1-
A note on the audit firm covering its:
a. History
b. Services provided
c. International affiliations
d. Major clients (local)
e. Specializations
2- A note on the client for which the student is deputed covering but not limited to its:
a. History
b. Lines of business; products and services
c. Ownership structure
d. Organizational chart
e. Industry analysis
f. Associated concerns
g. Major revenues and expenses
h. Market position, future prospects
3- A note on the audit methodology that the audit firm is using and an explanation as to how the
methodology was applied in case of the client assigned.
4- A note on the use of Information Technology for the audit process and some major benefits and
limitations that were observed.
5- A detailed note on the area which was assigned to covering
a. Audit plan
b. Steps performed by you individually
c. Problems observed
d. Sampling technique used, if any
6- A note summarizing your experience with the audit firm highlighting lessons learned in the field of
a. Management skills
b. Interpersonal skills
c. Presentation skills
d. Organization behavior
e. Time management skills
7- Other relevant and interesting learning opportunities that came across during the internship.
The size of the report should be around 4000 words out of which point 5 & 6 should consist of at least
1000 words. Please note that point 5 and 6 in the report are most critical towards determining your pass /
fail grade.
77 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 ACF Elective Courses: 16 Credit hrs [4 Courses]
ACF majors are required to take four elective courses (16 credit hours); as a mix of finance and
management courses (two from each stream). Each elective course is of 4 credit hours. It is upon the
students to decide which electives they need to take; keeping in mind that 4 courses in total are to be
completed from both streams.
ACF – Table 6
FINN 1
FINN 2
MGMT 1
MGMT 2
Total
4
4
4
4
16
ACF – Table 7
FINANCE
FINN 321
FINN 322
FINN 323
FINN 324
FINN 325
FINN 326
FINN 341
FINN 341A
FINN 342
FINN 343
FINN 351
FINN 352
FINN 361
FINN 382
FINN 402
FINN 411
FINN 421
FINN 422
FINN 423
FINN 424
FINN 425
FINN 426
FINN 441
FINN 451
FINN 452
Econometrics
Elements of Financial Forecasting
Applied Time Series Finance
Options, Swaps and Futures
Time Series Econometrics
Financial Risk Management
Money, Banking & Financial Institutions
Financial Institutions & Markets
Microfinance
Behavioral Finance and Micro Financial Institutions
Economics of Investment & Finance
International Trade
Entrepreneurial Finance
Law and Business Finance
Commercial Banking
International Finance
Financial Time Series Analysis
Quantitative Finance
Stochastic Calculus
Practical Quantitative Finance
Financial Engineering & Risk Management
Stochastic Calculus for Finance
Islamic Banking and Finance
Investments
Investments & Capital Markets
78 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 FINN 453
Financial Derivatives
FINN 454
Portfolio Management
FINN 455
Fixed Income Securities
FINN 481
Financial Economics
MANAGEMENT
DISC 232
Information Systems Management
DISC 331
Project Management
DISC 332
Operations Management
DISC 333
Supply Chain Management
DISC 334
Management Science & Spreadsheet Modeling
DISC 350
Financial Information Systems
DISC 361
Enterprise Risk Management
DISC 362
Research Methodology
MGMT 211 Applied Business Writing & Communication
MGMT 314 Sales Force Management
MGMT 321 International Business
MGMT 371 Deal Making
MGMT 372 Personal Effectiveness & Business Ethics
MGMT 373 Personal Effectiveness
MGMT 382 Social Entrepreneurship
MGMT 441 Introduction to Business Ethics
MGMT 432 Corporate Governance
MGMT 481 Entrepreneurship
MKTG 242
Marketing Management
ACCOUNTING
CODE
COURSE TITLE
ACCT 320 Corporate Financial Reporting II
ACCT 331 Strategic Management Accounting & Control Systems
ACCT 332 Advance Management Accounting
ACCT 411 Applied Financial Analysis
ACCT 412 Advanced Financial Accounting
79 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 University Free Electives: 20Credit hrs [6 Courses]
The
University free electives are to be taken from any area of specialization including ACCT, FINN,
MGMT, MKTG, ORSC, ECON, MATH, HSS, LAW, BIO, PHY, CS, SSE etc.
ACF – Table 8
UFE 1
UFE 2
UFE 3
UFE 4
UFE 5
UFE 6
Total
3
3
4
3
4
3
20
ACF Programme Duration
The normal duration of the BSc ACF programme is four years. A student can, however, remain enrolled
in the programme for a maximum of six consecutive calendar years from the date of admission to LUMS
as a fresh candidate.
Distribution Requirements (ACF Programme)
Group
ACF
ACF – Table 9
In-Group
ECON, LAW, MS
Out-Group
HSS, SE
IMPORTANT: Please note that due to the highly structured nature of the Accounting & Finance major,
students are required to take the courses in the assigned sequence as mentioned in the Sample Four Year
Plan.
80 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The ACF Programme
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
15 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
10 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
25 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
61 Credit Hours (17 Courses, Internship)
16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
77 Credit Hours (21 Courses, Internship)
20 Credit Hours (6 Courses) *
Sample Four year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Financial Accounting
Principles of Microeconomics [In-group]
Pre-Calculus/Calculus I [Out-group]
Writing and Communication
Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Credits
3
4
3
4
2
16
Spring
Freshmen
Principles of Management
Computer & Problem Solving
Principles of Macroeconomics [In-group]
Free Elective 1
Free Elective 2
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Credits
3
3
4
3
3
16
Probability & Statistics [Out-group]
Credits
3
4
4
4
Introduction to IT [In-group]
Credits
3
4
4
3
Logic & Critical Thinking [Out-group]
3
Islamic Studies
2
Total
Fall
18
Total
Spring
16
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Corporate Financial Reporting
Auditing
Intermediate Finance
4
3
3
4
Business Communication
ACF Major Elective 1
3
4
ACF Major Elective 2
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 4
Total
14
Total
Audit Internship
Senior
Free Elective 6
Credits
4
4
4
3
Total
16
Total
Principles of Management Accounting
Principles of Marketing
Organizational Behaviour
Fall
Senior
Audit Internship
ACF Major Elective 3
Free Elective 5
Intro to Management Science
Introduction to Business Operations Modeling
Principles of Finance
Applied Corporate Finance
4
4
3
18
Spring
Applied Taxation
Business Law
Business Ethics
ACF Major Elective4
ECON/LAW Elective [In-group]
Credits
3
3
3
4
4
17
*The number of courses taken towards these requirements will vary according to the course credit hour which can be of 3 or 4.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
81 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The Management Science (MGS) Programme
The four-year BSc (Hons) in Management Science programme (MGS) is designed to develop students
with a strong foundation in decision methods and data analytical techniques in business management.
Students will learn to apply these concepts and techniques in providing new insights and improving
operations and managerial decision-making processes across various business functions. A strong
technical foundation will allow students the opportunity to pursue graduate studies or a professional
career involving the application of business and data analytical skills.
The programme has the following key learning objectives:
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Develop students with strong problem solving and analytical skills
Develop students with a broad technical skill set and the ability to critically analyze problems and
apply necessary tools to support the decision-making processes
Develop students with an understanding of the modern business environment so that they can
appreciate the importance of business and data analytics across various business functions such as
marketing, operations, HR, finance and accounting
Develop students’ intellectual capacity to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving and
reasoning, enabling them to deal with complex business issues by integrating theory with practice
Develop understanding of the legal, social, political, economic, and technological environments
Provide students with opportunities to hone personal and interpersonal skills including effective
communication to enable them to develop as independent, confident and reflective individuals
who are capable of taking initiative, working in and leading teams
Develop students who can appreciate the importance of sustainable and ethical practices and their
role as socially responsible individuals within the local as well as global community
Programme Structure
MGS – Table 1
130 Credit Hours
Graduation Requirements
8 Credit Hours [3 Courses)
University Core
26 Credit Hours [7 Courses)
University Distribution
 Out-Group Distribution
10 Credit hrs (3 Courses)
 In-Group Distribution
16 Credit hrs (4 Courses)
40 credit hrs [12 courses]
Pre Business & Business Core
MGS Major Requirements
21 Credit Hours [6 courses]
MGS Major Core Courses
15 Credit Hours [5 courses]
MGS Major Elective Courses
University Free Electives:
20 Credit hours [6 courses]
82 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 University Core: 8 Credit hrs [3 Courses]
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.2)
University Distribution: 26 Credit hrs [7 Courses]
 Out Group Distribution: 10 Credit hrs [3 Courses]
The students will be forced enrolled for the out-group courses
MGS – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
Calculus I
Logic & Critical Thinking
Probability & Statistics
CREDITS
3
3
4
Total
10
 In Group Distribution: 16 Credit hrs [4 Courses]
The students will be forced enrolled for the In-group courses
MGS – Table 3
COURSE TITLE
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
ACF In-Group Course
ECON/LAW/ACF Course
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
Total
16
Pre-Business & Business Core: 40 Credit hrs [12 Courses]
All students will be forced enrolled for the pre-business & business core courses
MGS – Table 4
COURSE TITLE
CREDITS
Principles of Financial Accounting
3
Principles of Management
3
Computer & Problem Solving
3
Principles of Management Accounting
3
Business Communication
3
Introduction to Management Science
3
Business Ethics
3
Business Law
3
Introduction to Business Operations Modeling
4
Organizational Behaviour
4
Principles of Marketing
4
Principles of Finance
4
Total
40
83 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 MGS Major Core Courses: 21 Credit hrs [6 Courses]
The following core courses constitute of 21 credit hours as part of the MGS major core requirements and
students will be forced for these courses.
MGS – Table 5
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to IT
Human Behaviourin Decision Models
Decisions Analysis
Business Analytics
Qualitative & Quantitative Methods In Business
Optimization Methods in Management Science
Total
CREDITS
3
3
3
4
4
4
21
MGS Elective Courses: 15 Credit hrs [5 courses]
MGS majors are required to take five elective courses (15 credit hours); as a mix of Finance, Accounting,
Productions, Operations Management, Marketing, Human Resource Management etc. Each elective
course is of 3 credit hours. It is upon the students to decide which electives they need to take; keeping in
mind that 5 courses in total are to be completed. Following are some of the courses across different
functional areas that can be taken to complete this requirement:
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Accounting, Finance and Economics
o Enterprise Risk Management
o Financial Economics
o Investments and Portfolio Management
Operations Research
o Supply Chain Models
o Logistical and Transportation Planning Models
o Production Models
o Game Theory
Information Technology
o Data Mining
o Advanced Programming Techniques
o Database Management
Organizational Behavior and Marketing
o Consumer Behaviour
o Marketing Models
o Personal Effectiveness
Students will also have the option to work on a senior year project and/or complete a semester-long
internship in order to fulfill the requirement for Management Science electives.
84 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 MGS – Table 6
MGS Major Elective 1
MGS Major Elective 2
MGS Major Elective 3
MGS Major Elective 4
MGS Major Elective 5
Total
3
3
3
3
3
15
University Free Electives: 20 Credit hrs [6 Courses]
The free electives are to be taken from any area of specialization including ACCT, FINN, MGMT,
MKTG, ORSC, ECON, MATH, HSS, LAW, BIO, PHY, CS, etc.
MGS – Table 7
UFE 1
UFE 2
UFE 3
UFE 4
UFE 5
UFE 6
Total
3
3
4
3
4
3
20
MGS PROGRAMME DURATION
The normal duration of the BSc MGS programme is four years. A student can, however, remain enrolled
in the programme for a maximum of six consecutive calendar years from the date of admission to LUMS
as a fresh candidate.
DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS (MGS PROGRAMME)
MGS – Table 8
GROUP
MS
IN-GROUP
ECON, LAW, ACF
OUT-GROUP
HSS, SE
IMPORTANT: Please note that due to the highly structured nature of the Management Science major,
students are required to take the courses in the assigned sequence as mentioned on the next page in
(Sample Four Year Plan).
85 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 The Management Science (MGS) Programme
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
10 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
26 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
61 Credit Hours (18 Courses)
15 Credit Hours (5 Courses)
76 Credit Hours (23 Courses)
20 Credit Hours (6 Courses) *
Sample Four year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Financial Accounting
Principles of Microeconomics [In-group]
Pre-Calculus/Calculus I [Out-group]
Writing and Communication
Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Principles of Management Accounting
Principles of Marketing
Organizational Behavior
Probability & Statistics [Out-group]
Logic & Critical Thinking [Out-group]
Total
Fall
Junior
Qualitative & Quantitative Methods in
Business
Decision Analysis
Business Communication
Free Elective 3
MGS Major Elective 1
Total
Fall
Senior
Business Analytics
MGS Major Elective 2
MGS Major Elective 3
Free Elective 6
ECON/LAW Elective [In-group]
Total
Credits
3
4
3
4
2
16
Credits
3
4
4
4
3
18
Spring
Freshmen
Principles of Management
Computer & Problem Solving
Principles of Macroeconomics [In-group]
Free Elective 1
Free Elective 2
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Intro to Management Science
Introduction to Business Operations Modeling
Principles of Finance
Introduction to IT
Islamic Studies
Total
Spring
Credits
3
3
4
3
3
16
Credits
3
4
4
3
2
16
Credits
Junior
Credits
4
Optimization Methods in Management Science
4
3
3
4
3
17
Human Behavior in Decision Models
Free Elective 4
Free Elective 5
3
3
4
Total
14
Spring
Credits
4
3
3
3
4
17
Senior
Business Law
Business Ethics
MGS Major Elective 4
MGS Major Elective 5
ECON/LAW Elective[In-group]
Total
Credits
3
3
3
3
4
16
*The number of courses taken towards these requirements will vary according to the Course credit hour which can be of 3 or 4.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
86 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 General Rules and Policies
ACF/MS Sproj/Independent Study Policy
The senior projects and independent studies are intended to provide the students with an opportunity to
integrate and apply what they have learned from the courses in their major programmes. The project
should be both creative and scholarly. The project may entail theoretical or empirical research. The
research methods used could be either quantitative or qualitative. It should demonstrate an ability to
formulate original research question/problem along with the appropriate research methods to investigate
the question posed. The study should report findings and explain their implications and ramification in
detail. Senior projects (Sproj) are group projects (2 students or more), whereas Independent Studies can
be done individually. The form of the Sproj/ independent study varies with the substance of the student's
major programme and the student's specific learning goals. Here are some forms the Sproj/independent
study can take:
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An original research project using, for example, a method such as surveys or interviews;
An original research question about an organizations management or financial reporting
practices;
A critical review of the scholarly literature on some aspect of the student's major field;
An analysis of a company’s financial or management process;
A paper based on an internship with a business or a non-profit organization, detailing or critically
analyzing some management issues.
These examples are mere suggestions for guidance purpose only and are not meant to be exhaustive in
any way. Students are encouraged to be creative and should come up with a project that will contribute to
the existing body of knowledge. Whatever form the Sproj/independent study takes, it should provide a
valuable opportunity for students to work closely with faculty advisors in the process of planning and
carrying out the project.
The Sproj/Independent Study must be completed in the student's last year/senior year at LUMS
The process of planning the senior project/ independent study, however, should begin by the beginning of
the semester prior to the semester of registering for the project. However, it is useful to start thinking
about the Sproj / independent studies even earlier. As you are taking the courses in your major, you are
advised to think about the topics of study that offer valuable learning opportunity and makes worthy
contribution.
1. Select a topic and your potential supervisor at least one semester before you plan to begin working
on the project. Selecting a topic will involve three elements: choosing the subject you will be working on,
choosing your approach to the subject, and choosing the form your project will take. The process of
selecting a topic should involve consultation with your proposed supervisor.
87 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 2.Write a proposal before the semester in which you plan to complete the project. The project proposal
explains what your project is about, how you plan to carry it out, and what you hope to learn by doing it.
Your proposal should specify:
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What questions you want to answer or problems you want to address
How you plan to address them, i.e., what form your project will take
What methods you will use, e.g., statistical analysis, archival research, textual analysis,
qualitative research
What materials you will use (a bibliography will often answer this question)
What courses and experiences have prepared you to undertake this project
The area that you think this proposal should be counted towards
The number of credit hours you are hoping to gain from this Sproj / independent study
A rough timeline for the completion of the project
Scope of work to be undertaken by each member of the group
3. Work with your Supervisor to
1) Make any revisions needed to clarify your project proposal, and
2) To identify an area of ACF/MGS where the project should be ideally counted towards.
When your supervisor feels that your proposal is finalized, he or she will give you the go-ahead to
submit the proposal to PCO (SDSB). In consultation with your supervisor and after the approval from
the department, you will indicate the area i.e. Finance, Accounting, Management, Operations, IT, OB,
HR etc. for the credit hours.
4. Approval from ACF/MGS department:
The ACF/MGS Department will review your proposal and if needed call a meeting to discuss your
proposal. Based on the results of this meeting, the department will finalize the following:
1) The number of credit hours (3 to 4) for senior project and (1to 2) for independent studies and
2) Any suggestions on scope of the work.
5. Mutually agree a schedule with your supervisor:
You should ideally meet with your supervisor at least once every two weeks. There should be a
preliminary review half-way through the project. Deadline for submission of final version should be at
least 2 weeks before the final grade submission date to the RO.
6. Registration for Senior Project with the Registrar’s Office: This will be done by the ACF/MGS
Department once the supervisor, coordinator and Director ACF/MGS has approved your Sproj/
independent studies. Students are requested not to approach the RO directly.
7. Timeline for the project should also be agreed with your supervisor with the approval from
ACF/MGS Department. The timeline should neither be less than one semester nor greater than two
88 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 semesters. The Sproj spanned over one year will be counted as three credit hrs in fall and three credit hrs
in spring semester respectively.
8. Make two copies of your completed project and bring one of them to the ACF/MGS Department:
Your supervisor will go through the project based on your mutually agreed expectations and feedback
from the department. The grade will then be given on the project.
Grading for the project must be on the A+-F system.
Number of Students
Number of Credit Hours
Supervisor’s Approval
Department’s Approval
RO’s Approval
Independent Study
1
1–2
Yes
Yes
Yes
Senior Project
2–6
4-6
Yes
Yes
Yes
Prior approval is needed to enroll for the Sproj/ independent studies in consultation with the Project
Supervisor.
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It is expected that the Sproj/ independent studies will require significant work from the students
to justify the credit units assigned to the project. In general, same grades will be given to the
entire group. However, at the discretion of the instructor, different grades may be awarded to
group members based on objective evidence of differential performance. The instructor may use
presentation, viva or other such means along with the written report to assess the students’
performance.
Note: Senior year project (SPROJ) can be counted towards ACF/MGS university free electives. The
SPROJ will vary from 3-4 credit hours depending upon the work performed.
For the SPROJ to be counted towards finance/management elective following are requirements;
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Major component of the SPROJ is based on finance or management;
TOR submitted along with the SPROJ registration form to PCO explicitly stating the components
of the SPROJ;
SPROJ registration and TOR duly approved by the ACF/MGS Programme Coordinator,
Undergraduate Programme Director & the Project Advisor.
The independent study can be counted towards University free electives and not ACF/MGS free electives.
Enrolment Status Requirement and Course Load
All ACF/MGS freshman students are required to take at least 14-16 credit hours in a regular semester to
maintain full time status. However, in extreme cases i.e. physical/ psychological disability etc please refer
to the academic polices (Section 4.3 Enrollment status requirement and Course Load).
89 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 All ACF/MGS freshman students will be grouped into their respective sections based on their last degree
i.e. Equal mix of A-O Levels/FSc students.
The students are forced enrolled for all of their core/In-group & Out-group courses for each semester.
They are not allowed to drop these courses in any case unless being approved by the ACF/MGS
Programme Coordinator’s and the Undergraduate Programme Director. The petition for the course drop is
to be filled to the ACF/MGS Coordinators through Programme Coordination Office which after due
approval of the Undergraduate Programme Director will be forwarded to Registrar’s Office for further
action. The drop of a core course from the desired curriculum plan may lead to a delayed graduation and
student is to take the sole responsibility for his/her action.
Policy on Dropping ACF/MGS Core Courses
ACF/MGS students may during the first two years at LUMS decide to opt out of the programme in favor
of another major. Normally these applications are made at the end of the academic year when students
apply for transfer into other University wide majors.
Some of students who want to opt out of the programme during the mid-year in order to fulfill the
requirements for any major may log in a request to the school’s programme coordination office to drop
them from their core courses. The point to be clarified here is that as long as the transfer cases for these
the students are not processed by RO they remain part of business school and therefore will not be
allowed to drop their core courses. However, if the students are sure about their decision to transfer, we
will allow them to opt out of a core course, but in such situations they will cease to be a part of SDSB and
will officially have un-declared status after due process. These students will apply for transfer into
another major (s) at the end of the year, and if they are admitted that would be good news for them. On
the other hand, if they are refused the transfer, they will not have the option of automatically coming back
into the business school majors. They will have to reapply and their applications will be assessed with
other transfer applications, and there is no guarantee that they will secure readmission. In addition, after
readmission if it takes them longer to graduate with the business school major the school will not be held
responsible.
The students who understand and agree to the terms mentioned above, and still want to drop a core
courses are welcome to upon submission of a written agreement, stating that they will not hold the
business school responsible for the consequences.
Swapping of Sections
In the freshman and sophomore year, ACF/MS students are not allowed to swap their sections for the
core/in-group/out-group courses for which they have been forced enrolled. However, in the junior and
senior year students may have the provision of swapping their sections for the core courses after the
approval of the Undergraduate Programme Director. In such cases, student will be required to file in a
petition to Programme Coordination office justifying the reason for the swap within the ADD/Drop
period. The same rule also applies to ACF/MS elective courses. The swapping of sections for a particular
course is strongly discouraged and such requests will not be entertained at all.
90 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Major Deceleration/Specialization
The SDSB undergraduate batch of 2016 will have the option of declaring their major (either ACF or
MGS) at the end of spring semester of the sophomore year.
The criteria for declaring the major will be based on the CGPA of the students at the spring semester of
the sophomore year. More elaborative information on this subject will be provided to the students later
on.
The capping limit for SDSB undergraduate batch of 2016 (ACF & MGS programme) is as under,
Major
ACF & MGS Programme
Cap
260
More information on the criteria/distribution of seats for the ACF & MGS programme will be
communicated later on.
91 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 MUSHTAQ AHMED GURMANI SCHOOL of HUMANITIES and SOCIAL
SCIENCES (MGSHSS)
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
The Humanities and Social Science (HSS) Programme at LUMS provides students with a theoretical
framework to examine and develop a better understanding of a complex and interdependent world. It aims
to enhance a students’ research, analytical, communication and critical thinking skills so that they are
well-suited to pursue a wide range of careers in teaching, public and mental health, counseling, social
work, criminal justice, public policy, journalism, and the non-profit sector.
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences offers five majors:





Anthropology/ Sociology;
Political Science;
Humanities;
History;
Politics & Economics (joint major).
Majors in Humanities & Social Sciences
Anthropology/ Sociology Major Requirements
Anth/Socio - Table 1
Anthropology/ Sociology
Graduation Requirement
University Requirements
University Cores
University Distribution
ECON, LAW (4 Courses)
In-Group
ACF/MGS, SE (3 Courses)
Out-Group
Major Requirement
Major Cores
Major Electives
Free Electives
No of Courses
Credit Hours
130
10
3
7
29-36
8
21-28
13
52
4
16
9
36
Can be taken from any area to complete 130
credit hours
A student doing a major in Anthropology and Sociology is expected to complete 13 courses in the
discipline. Students can achieve this objective through a combination of core and elective courses. The 52
credit hours will be spread out as follows:
92 Major Core Courses
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
Anth/Socio - Table 2
CODE
ANTH 100
SOC 100
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Introduction to Sociology
CREDITS
4
4
One of the following:2
CODE
CREDITS
COURSE TITLE
ANTH 320
Qualitative Research Methods
Or
Quantitative Research Methods
SOC 320
4
4
One of the following:
CODE
CREDITS
COURSE TITLE
ANTH 310
Classical Theory in Cultural
Anthropology
Or
4
SOC 310
Classical Social theory
4
Major Elective Courses
36 Credit Hours (9 Courses)
In addition to the Core Courses, students will be required to take nine courses from the following
electives list under any of the sub fields of the discipline. Of these nine courses, students can take no more
than one course at the 100 level, and at least four courses at the 300 or 400 level (of which at least one
course has to be at the 400 level). Please note that the electives list may change at any time and the list
below will regularly be updated.
Anth/Socio - Table 3
CODE
ANTH 237
ANTH 234
ANTH 235
ANTH 236
COURSE TITLE
Economic Anthropology: An Introduction
Anthropology of Rights
Introduction to Development Studies
Gift of Marcel Mauss: Is Reciprocity a Founding
Principle of Society
CREDITS
4
4
4
4

Note that both methods courses may be taken as well. In that case the second methods course would be counted as
part of the electives

Note that both theory courses may be taken as well. In that case the second theory course would be counted as
part of the electives.
93 ANTH 243
ANTH 250
ANTH 261
ANTH 263
ANTH 264
ANTH 265
ANTH 266
ANTH 270
ANTH 271
ANTH 280
ANTH 281
ANTH 290
ANTH 311
ANTH 312
ANTH 360
ANTH 361
ANTH 370
ANTH 410
ANTH 432
ANTH 460
ANTH 461
ANTH 480
ANTH 481
SOC 230
SOC 231
SOC 252
SOC 330
SOC 3XX
SOC 410
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Anthropology of Violence & Conflict
Gender & Power
Islamic Expressions of Life in Different Cultural
Contexts
Food and Culture
Understanding Rituals: An Introduction
Parda: Muslim Veiling in South Asia
An Introduction to the Anthropological Study of
Kinship
Anthropology of Art
Visual Anthropology & Ethnographic Filmmaking
Ethnography of Pakistan
Caste in South Asia
The Hunter-Gatherer Debate
Understanding Cultural Anthropology: A Reading
of Some Key Texts
Modernity as a Way of Life
Anthropology of Religions: Christianity & Islam
Muslim Veiling: The Struggle for Identities in
Diasporas
The Photographic Image and Art in Anthropology
Structuralism & Afterwards
The Anthropology of Globalization
Sufism in South Asia
Ritual & Belief: Witchcraft, Magic & Religion
Analytical Aspects of the Ethnography of the
Punjab
Punjab: Kinship, Marriage & Sexuality
Global Cities 1300-2000 A.D.
Africa in the World System
The Scientific Imagination
Comparative Sociology of Religious
Fundamentalism
Feminist Theory
Max Weber
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
In addition to these electives, courses in other streams may also qualify as credit courses for
Anthropology and Sociology majors.
Anthropology/Sociology Four Year Sample Plan
As a rule of thumb students should look to spend their first year taking 100 level courses that introduce
them to the broad themes of a discipline. These will include courses such as Introduction to
Anthropology, Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Historical
94 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Studies, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Logic, Human Behaviour etc. These introductory
courses must be taken in the first four semesters so that students can make an informed decision on which
major to pursue. Students should also take Writing & Communication in their first year as solid writing
skills will impact many subsequent courses that have a writing component to them. From the second year,
electives in areas of interest can be taken to give breadth in the discipline. For example, Food & Culture,
Global Cities 1300-2000 A.D., Introduction to Development Studies, Gender & Power, Kinship Studies
etc. Core courses at 200 or 300 level (Classical Social Theory, Classical Theory in Cultural
Anthropology, Quantitative Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods etc.) should be taken in the
second and the third years respectively. The final year should be for senior projects and upper level
electives.
95 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Anthropology / Sociology Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
36 Credit Hours (9 Courses)
52 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
Sample Four year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Principles of Microeconomics
(University Distribution)
Credits
4
4
Writing & Communication
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Western Political Philosophy
4
2
14
ANTH/SOC Elective 100 + level
Introduction to Philosophy
4
4
University Distribution
Total
Fall
Junior
3/4
15-16
Credits
4
Credits
Spring
Freshmen
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Credits
2
Introduction to Sociology
Principles of Macroeconomics
(University Distribution)
Introduction to Political Science
Total
Spring
Sophomore
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 200+ level
ANTH/SOC Elective 200+ level
University Distribution
4
4
3/4
Free Elective
Total
Spring
Junior
3/4
14-16
4
4
14
Credits
Credits
Qualitative Research
Classical Theory in Cultural
Methods/Quantitative Research Methods 4
Anthropology/Classical Social Theory
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 200/300+ level
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 200/300+ level
4
University Distribution
4
University Distribution
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
18-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Senior Project - I
4
Senior Project - II
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 300+ level
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 300+ level
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 300+ level
4
ANTH/SOC Elective 400 level
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
19-20
Total
18-20
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
96 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Political Science Major Requirements
Pol Sci – Table 1
Political Science
Graduation requirement
No of Courses
Credit Hours
130
10
3
7
29-36
8
21-28
University requirements
University Cores
University Distribution
ECON, LAW (4 Courses)
In-Group
ACF/MGS, SE (3 Courses)
Out-Group
Major Requirement
Major Cores
Major Electives
Free Electives
13
52
3
12
10
40
Can be taken from any area to complete
130 credit hours
The 52 Credit hours for this major will be spread out as follows:
Major Core Courses
12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
Pol Sci – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
CODE
CREDITS
4
POL 100
Introduction to Political Science
POL 203
Introduction to Western Political Philosophy
4
POL 320
Comparative Politics
4
Major Elective Courses
40 Credit Hours (10 Courses)
In addition to the compulsory courses, students will need to take 10 courses from the list of electives from
any of the following sub-fields of the discipline. They are required to take no more than one course at the
100 level and at least 3 courses at 300 or 400 levels.





Political Theory
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Political Sociology & Political Anthropology
Political Economy & Public Policy
97 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 All courses will be four-credit hours except POL 222 Community Based Learning (2 credit hours). Please
note that this is not an exhaustive list. We will keep on adding new courses. Students may wish to opt for
the senior project, it will be enrolled across two semesters (4+4=8-credits).
Pol Sci – Table 3
POLITICAL THEORY
POL 302
Islamic Political Philosophy
POL 304
Theories of the State and Analysis of Modern
Politics
POL 305
Contemporary Debates in Political Philosophy
POL 401
Democracy & Difference
COMPARATIVE POLITICS
POL 211
Geopolitics of South Asia
POL 212
Class Structure in Pakistan
POL 220
American Government & Politics
POL 224 The Modern Middle East: An Interdisciplinary
Approach to the Region
POL 315
The Politics of Civil War
POL 321
Comparative Constitutional Law & Politics
POL 322
Politics of India
POL 323
Politics of the Middle East
POL 324
Marxism and the Modern World
POL 328
Politics of Pakistan
POL 412
Diplomacy: History & Practice
POL 413
Media & Politics
POL 414
Constitutionalism in Pakistan
POL 421
Theories of Democratic Transition
POL 422
Domestic Politics & Foreign Policy
POL 423
Civil Society & Social Movements
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
POL 130
Introduction to International Politics
POL 131
Introduction to International Relations
POL 230
Theories of International Relations
POL 231
US Involvement in the Middle East
POL 232
The Politics of International Terrorism
POL 234
The Modern Middle East: History,
Opportunities & Challenges
POL 330
International Politics of South Asia
POL 331
Pakistan’s Foreign Relations
POL 332
Islam & the West
POL 430
Religion & World Politics
POL 431
Global Politics of the Environment
POL 431A
Philosophy and Politics of Global Ecology
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
98 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 POL 433
Critical Issues in Pakistan’s Foreign Policy
POL 435
Globalization: Theory & Practice
POLITICAL ECONOMY & PUBLIC POLICY
4
4
POL 241
4
Foreign Aid, Governance & Development in
Pakistan
POL 341
Political Economy of Pakistan
POL 342
IPE: States & Markets
POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY & POLITICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
POL 263
Political Sociology
POL 36X
History of Decolonization
POL 462
Anthropology of Globalization
4
4
4
4
4
Political Science Four Year Sample Programme
As a rule of thumb students should look to spend their first year taking 100 level courses that introduce
them to the broad themes of a discipline. These will include courses such as Introduction to
Anthropology, Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Historical
Studies, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Logic, Human Behaviour etc. These introductory
courses must be taken in the first four semesters so that students can make an informed decision on which
major to pursue. Students should also take Writing & Communication in their first year as solid writing
skills will impact many subsequent courses that have a writing component to them. From the second year,
electives in areas of interest can be taken to give breadth in the discipline. For example, American
Government & Politics, Class Structure of Pakistan, Theories of International Relations, Political
Economy of Development, The Modern Middle East etc. Core courses at 200 or 300 level (Introduction to
Western Political Philosophy, Comparative Politics) should be taken in the second and the third years
respectively. The final year should be for senior projects and upper level electives.
99 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Political Science Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
40 Credit Hours (10 Courses)
52 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
Sample Four year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Introduction to Political Science
Principles of Microeconomics
(University Distribution)
Writing & Communication
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Western Political Philosophy
POL Elective 100+ level
Introduction to Sociology
University Distribution
Total
Fall
Junior
Credits
4
4
4
2
14
Credits
4
4
4
3/4
15-16
Credits
Spring
Freshmen
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Credits
2
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Principles of Macroeconomics
(University Distribution)
Introduction to Historical Studies
Total
Spring
Sophomore
4
4
4
14
POL Elective 200+ level
POL Elective 200 + level
University Distribution
4
4
3/4
Free Elective
Total
Spring
Junior
3/4
14-16
Credits
Credits
Comparative Politics
4
POL Elective 300+ level
4
POL Elective 200/300+ level
4
POL Elective 300+ level
4
University Distribution
3/4
POL Elective 200/300+ level
4
University Distribution
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
18-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Senior Project I
4
Senior Project II
4
POL Elective 300/400 level
4
POL Elective 300/400 level
4
Free Elective
4
POL Elective 300/400 level
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
19-20
Total
18-20
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
100 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 History Major Requirements
Hist – Table 1
History
Graduation requirement
No of Courses
University requirements
University Cores
University Distribution
ECON, LAW (4 Courses)
In-Group
ACF/MGS, SE (3 Courses)
Out-Group
Major Requirement
Major Cores
Major Electives
Free Electives
MajorCore Courses
Credit Hours
130
10
3
7
29-36
8
21-28
13
1
12
Can be taken from any area to
complete 130 credit hours
52
4
48
4 Credit Hours (1 Course)
CODE
Hist – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
HIST 100
Introduction to Historical Studies
CREDITS
4
OR
HIST 101
Major Elective Courses
World Civilizations
4
48 Credit Hours (12 Courses)
In addition to the compulsory courses, students will need to take 12 courses from the list of
elective from any of the following sub-fields of the discipline. Of these courses, no more than
three should be at the 100-level and at least three should be at the 300 and 400 level.
Hist – Table 3
INTRODUCTORY
HIST 100
Introduction to Historical Studies
HIST 101
World Civilizations
ARCHAEOLOGY AND ART HISTORY
HIST 111
Introduction to Archaeology
HIST 210
History of Islamic Art and Architecture
HIST 211
Art of Ancient Cultures
HIST 212
French Art: Neo Classicism to Impressionism
HIST 213
Geometric Patterns in Islamic Art: History & Construction
101 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 HIST 214
The Architectural Heritage of Lahore: Mughal, Sikh & Raj
HIST 215
Buddhist Art & Architecture in the Subcontinent
HIST 310
Archaeology of the Ancient Near East
HIST 311
Introduction to Mughal Art & Architecture
HIST 312
Mughal Art: Babur to Aurangzeb
HIST 313
Getting to Know Pre-Colonial Punjab Through Frescoes
HIST 410
Archaeology of South Asia
HIST 411
History of European Art and Architecture
HISTORICAL PERIODS AND REGIONS
HIST 121
Society, Culture & Religion in Latin America
HIST 122
East Asian History
HIST 123
Inner Asian History & Civilizations
HIST 124
The World Since 1453
HIST 125
Modern South Asian History
HIST 220
The Ancient Near East
HIST 222
Alexander the Great & the Hellenistic World
HIST 226
A Short History of Europe’s Long Twentieth Century
HIST 227
South Asian History
HIST 228
Latin American History: From the Colony to the Cuban Revolution
HIST 2211
Modern East Asian History
HIST 2212
The Mediterranean: From Ancient to Modern
HIST 2213
Resistance, Reform & Revolution: Muslim Movements since 1800
HIST 329
The Cold War
HIST 3211
China in Revolution, 1911-2011
HIST 421
Themes in South Asian History
HIST 422
Colonial and Postcolonial America
HISTORY OF IDEAS AND THEMES
HIST 230
Mediterranean Civilization
HIST 235
Jihad: A Social, Political & Theological History
HIST 236
Cinema & Society: A History of Pakistani Cinema
HIST 238
Debating Revolutions
HIST 332
Possessing the Past
HIST 411
War, Society and Memory
History Four Year Sample Programme
As a rule of thumb students should look to spend their first year taking 100 level courses that introduce
them to the broad themes of a discipline. These will include courses such as Introduction to
Anthropology, Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Historical
Studies, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Logic, Human Behaviour etc. These introductory
courses must be taken in the first four semesters so that students can make an informed decision on which
102 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 major to pursue. Students should also take Writing & Communication in their first year as solid writing
skills will impact many subsequent courses that have a writing component to them. From the second year
and third years electives in areas of interest can be taken to give breadth in the discipline. For example,
Debating Revolutions, The Cold War, Alexander the Great & the Hellenistic World, South Asian History,
China in Revolution, 1911-2011, Buddhist Art & Architecture in the Subcontinent etc. The final year
should be for senior projects and upper level electives.
103 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 History Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
4 Credit Hours (1 Courses)
48 Credit Hours (12 Courses)
52 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
SampleFour year Plan
Spring
Fall
Freshmen
Introduction Historical Studies/World
Civilizations
Principles of Microeconomics
(University Distribution)
Credits
Freshmen
Credits
4
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
2
4
4
4
4
14
Writing & Communication
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
4
2
14
Credits
Introduction to Political Science
Principles of Macroeconomics
(University Distribution)
Introduction to Sociology
Total
Spring
Sophomore
History Elective 100/200+ level
History Elective 100/200+ level
University Distribution
4
4
3/4
History Elective 100/200+ level
History Elective 200+ level
University Distribution
4
4
3/4
Free Elective
Total
Fall
Junior
4
15-16
Free Elective
Total
Spring
Junior
3/4
14-16
Credits
Credits
Credits
History Elective 200/300 + level
4
History Elective 300+ level
4
History Elective 200/300+ level
4
History Elective 300+ level
4
University Distribution
4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
18-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Senior Project I
4
Senior Project II
4
History Elective 300/400 level
4
History Elective 300/400 level
4
History Elective 300/400 level
4
History Elective 300/400 level
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
19-20
Total
18-20
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
104 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Humanities Major Requirements
Humanities – Table 1
Humanities
Graduation requirement
No of Courses
130
University requirements
University Cores
University Distribution
ECON, LAW (4 Courses)
In-Group
ACF/MGS, SE (3 Courses)
Out-Group
Major Requirement
Major Pre-requisite
Major Cores
Major Electives
Free Electives
Major Pre-requisites:
Credit Hours
10
3
7
29-36
8
21-28
13
52
2
8
2
8
9
36
Can be taken from any area to complete
130 credit hours
8 credit hours (2 courses)
Humanities majors are required to take any two of the following three introductory courses:
Humanities – Table 2
CODE
LITR 100
HIST 100
PHIL 100
OR
PHIL 102
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Literature in English
Introduction to Historical Studies
Introduction to Philosophy
OR
The Philosophy Gym
Major Core Courses
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
8 Credit Hours (2 Courses)
Humanities majors are required to take any two of the following courses:
CODE
HIST 101
HIST 201
HIST 124
HIST 211
LITR 150
LITR 200
Humanities – Table 3
COURSE TITLE
World Civilizations
Historiography & Methodology
The World Since 1453
The Art of Ancient Civilizations
Introduction to Urdu Literature
The Word & the World
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
4
4
105 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 LITR 331
Greek & Shakespearean Tragedy
4
PHIL 120
Introduction to Western Political Philosophy
4
PHIL 130
Logic & Critical Reasoning
4
PHIL 132
Introduction to Logic
4
PHIL 213
History of Western Philosophy from Descartes to Kant
4
Major Elective Courses
36 Credit Hours (9 Courses)
In addition to the two pre-requisites and two compulsory courses, Humanities majors will be required to
complete nine elective courses chosen from the list below. Students should complete a minimum of one
and a maximum of five courses in any one of the disciplines of History, Literature, and Philosophy.
Courses offered as electives can vary. The list presented here is not exhaustive and will be enriched as
new faculty members join or existing faculty develops new courses.
Level requirements:
A maximum of one 100-level courses
A minimum of two courses at the 300-level and at least
One course at the 400 level
Humanities majors will also have the option of completing a senior project which will be equivalent to
two courses (8 credit hours). Students electing to complete a senior project in the Humanities will
consequently complete seven electives instead of nine.
Philosophy Courses:
Humanities – Table 4
History of Philosophy
PHIL 210
Plato and Aristotle
PHIL 211
Foundations of Liberal Arts
PHIL 213
History of Western Philosophy: Descartes Through Kant
PHIL 311
Kant’s Philosophy
PHIL 312
Analytic Philosophy
PHIL 314
Philosophy of Mind
PHIL 315
Charles Sanders Pierce and American Philosophy
Moral and Political Philosophy
PHIL 120
Introduction to Western Political Philosophy
PHIL 340
Introduction to Islamic Political Philosophy
PHIL 225
Moral Philosophy
PHIL 222
Paradoxes of Violence
PHIL 320
Applied Ethics
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
106 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 PHIL 321
Contemporary Debates in Political Philosophy
PHIL 322
Space and Power
PHIL 422
Philosophy and Economics
Logic and Philosophy of Science /Metaphysics
PHIL 130
Logic & Critical Reasoning
PHIL 133
Critical Thinking
PHIL 230
Elementary Formal Logic
Phil 332
Knowledge and Reality
PHIL 331
Philosophy of Science
PHIL 231
Philosophical Approaches to Social Sciences
PHIL 332
Philosophy of Language
PHIL 334
Philosophy of Wittgenstein
PHIL 431
Religion and Science
PHIL 432
Mohammed Iqbal & Charles Peirce
PHIL 340
Introduction to Islamic Political Philosophy
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Literature Courses:
Literature courses are organized according to the following broad distinctions:
American Literature
British Literature
Postcolonial Literature
Literatures in Translation
Literature in Other Languages (at present: Urdu & Persian)
Each field of study further includes six basic categories:
Historical/ Survey courses
Theme-based courses
Genre-based courses
Literary masterpieces/ single-author courses
Literary Theory courses
Language/ Linguistics courses
Humanities – Table 5
SURVEY/HISTORICAL COURSES
LITR 200
LITR 211
LITR 212
LITR 214
The Word & the World
Immortal Characters: The Victorian Novel from
Dickens to Hardy
A History of the English Language
Modern South Asian Literature
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
107 LITR 215
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 20th Century American Fiction: The Age of
Modernism
The Romantic Imagination
Pakistani Literature in English
Early 20th Century British Fiction
Medieval European Literature
The Drama of Passion: Ibsen to Tennessee Williams
Literature of the Muslim World
LITR 216
LITR 217
LITR 218
LITR 310
LITR 311
LITR 411
THEME-BASED COURSES
LITR 220
Literature of Conflict
LITR 221
Imagining Lahore
GENRE-BASED COURSES
LITR 130
Introduction to Poetry
LITR 232
Creative Writing
LITR 234
Mechanics of Fiction
LITR 235
Fiction Writing Workshop-I
LITR 236
Creative Nonfiction
LITR 330
Contemporary Short Stories
LITR 332
Greek & Shakespearean Tragedy
LITR 333
Life-Writing Between Fiction & Biography
LITR 335
Research & Academic Writing for the Humanities
LITR 432
Fiction Writing workshop-II
LITERARY MASTERPIECES/SINGLE-AUTHOR COURSES
LITR 340
19th Century European Fiction: Tolstoy and
Dostoevsky
LITR 341
William Shakespeare
LITERATURE IN OTHER LANGUAGES
LITR 150
An Introduction to Urdu Literature
LITR 251
Urdu Poetry in the Post Iqbal Period
LITR 252
The Purest Pearl: The Poetry of Maulana Rumi
LITR 253
Women Writers in Urdu Literature
LITR 254
Iqbal’s Urdu Poetry
LITR 256
Urdu Afsana: Manto, BediaurGhulam
LITR 257
An Introduction to Classical Persian Poetry
LITR 258
Sufi poets of the Punjab
LITR 259
Classical Urdu Prose
LITR 351
Poetry & Philosophy of Iqbal
LITERARY THEORY
LITR 460
Literary Theory: Plato to Postmodernism
LITR 461
Colonial Discourse & Postcolonial Theory
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
108 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 History Courses:
Humanities – Table 6
INTRODUCTORY
HIST 100
HIST 101
Introduction to Historical Studies
World Civilizations
ARCHAEOLOGY AND ART HISTORY
HIST 111
Introduction to Archaeology
HIST 210
History of Islamic Art and Architecture
HIST 211
Art of Ancient Cultures
HIST 212
French Art: Neo Classicism to Impressionism
HIST 213
Geometric Patterns in Islamic Art: History & Construction
HIST 214
The Architectural Heritage of Lahore: Mughal, Sikh & Raj
HIST 215
Buddhist Art & Architecture in the Subcontinent
HIST 310
Archaeology of the Ancient Near East
HIST 311
Introduction to Mughal Art & Architecture
HIST 312
Mughal Art: Babur to Aurangzeb
HIST 313
Getting to Know Pre-Colonial Punjab Through Frescoes
HIST 410
Archaeology of South Asia
HIST 411
History of European Art and Architecture
HISTORICAL PERIODS AND REGIONS
HIST 121
Society, Culture & Religion in Latin America
HIST 122
East Asian History
HIST 123
Inner Asian History & Civilizations
HIST 124
The World Since 1453
HIST 125
Modern South Asian History
HIST 220
The Ancient Near East
HIST 222
Alexander the Great & the Hellenistic World
HIST 226
A Short History of Europe’s Long Twentieth Century
HIST 227
South Asian History
HIST 228
Latin American History: From the Colony to the Cuban Revolution
HIST 2211
Modern East Asian History
HIST 2212
The Mediterranean: From Ancient to Modern
HIST 2213
Resistance, Reform & Revolution: Muslim Movements since 1800
HIST 329
The Cold War
HIST 3211
China in Revolution, 1911-2011
HIST 421
Themes in South Asian History
HIST 422
Colonial and Postcolonial America
HISTORY OF IDEAS AND THEMES
HIST 230
Mediterranean Civilization
HIST 235
Jihad: A Social, Political & Theological History
HIST 236
Cinema & Society: A History of Pakistani Cinema
HIST 238
Debating Revolutions
109 HIST 332
HIST 411
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Possessing the Past
War, Society and Memory
Humanities Four Year Sample Plan
As a rule of thumb students should look to spend their first year taking 100 level courses that introduce
them to the broad themes of a discipline. These will include courses such as Introduction to
Anthropology, Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Historical
Studies, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Logic, Human Behaviour etc. These introductory
courses must be taken in the first four semesters so that students can make an informed decision on which
major to pursue. Students should also take Writing & Communication in their first year as solid writing
skills will impact many subsequent courses that have a writing component to them. From the second year,
electives in areas of interest can be taken to give breadth in the discipline. For example, Early 20th
Century British Fiction, Literature of Conflict, Logic & Critical Reasoning, Moral Philosophy, Debating
Revolutions, The Cold War etc. Core courses at 200 or 300 level (The Word & the World, Greek &
Shakespearean Tragedy, History of Western Philosophy from Descartes to Kant, Art of Ancient
Civilizations etc.) should be taken in the second and the third years respectively. The final year should be
for senior projects and upper level electives.
110 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Humanities Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
36 Credit Hours (9 Courses)
52 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
Sample Fouryear Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Credits
Introduction to Literature in English/
Introduction to Historical Studies /
(Introduction to Philosophy/Philosophy Gym)
Principles of Microeconomics
(University Distribution)
4
4
Writing & Communication
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Major Core
4
2
14
Credits
4
Humanities Elective 100+ level
University Distribution
4
3/4
Free Elective
Total
Fall
Junior
3/4
15-16
Credits
Spring
Freshmen
Introduction to Literature in English/
Introduction to Historical Studies/
(Introduction to Philosophy/Philosophy
Gym)
Credits
4
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Principles of Macroeconomics
(University Distribution)
Human Behavior
Total
Spring
Sophomore
4
4
14
Major Core
Humanities Elective 200+ level
University Distribution
4
4
3/4
Free Elective
Total
Spring
Junior
3/4
14-16
2
Credits
Credits
Humanities Elective 200+ level
4
Humanities Elective 300 level
4
Humanities Elective 200+ level
4
Humanities Elective 300 level
4
University Distribution
4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
18-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits Senior
Credits
Senior Project I
4
Senior Project II
4
Humanities Elective 400 level
4
Humanities Elective 300/400 level
4
Free Electives
4
Humanities Elective 300/400 level
4
Free Elective
3/4
Free Elective
3/4
University Distribution
4
Free Elective
3/4
Total
19-20
Total
18-20
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
111 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Minors in Humanities & Social Sciences
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences offers minors in a range of disciplines:
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History
Literature in English
Anthropology and Sociology
Political Science
Philosophy
The minor in HSS disciplines should appeal to students within the School pursuing majors in Economics
and Law and Policy. A Law major who finds herself gravitating to Political Science will acquire a deeper
perspective on Law and its philosophical underpinnings, a more nuanced understanding of the political
debates within the field as well as the larger political context within which policies are formulated. The
minor in the HSS disciplines, with its emphasis on the acquisition of intrinsically and instrumentally
useful knowledge, as well as the cultivation of critical, analytical, and communication skills, should
exercise an even greater fascination for students in the School of Business and the School of Science and
Engineering. By electing to minor in HSS disciplines, students will emerge from LUMS as well-rounded
individuals, endowed with a wide repertoire of transferable skills and a unique insight, which should
stand them in good stead as they prepare to embark on their careers.
Rules for HSS Minors
1. Students intending to complete a minor in a particular area should successfully complete a
minimum of 6 regular courses carrying 4 credits each (for a total of 24 credit hours) in that area.
2. Students intending to minor in a particular area in HSS are required to complete two (2) core
courses and four electives in that area. Of the four electives, at least two should be at the 300
level or above.
3. Humanities majors cannot minor in any of the following areas: History, Literature, and
Philosophy.
4. Politics and Economics majors cannot minor in either Politics or Economics.
112 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Structure of HSS Minors
The two core courses in each of the areas of Anthropology/Sociology, History, and Literature in English,
Philosophy, and Political Science are listed below:
HSS Minors – Table 1
Anthropology/Sociology
1. ANTH 100 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
2. SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
HSS Minors – Table 2 History
1. HIST 100 Introduction to Historical Studies
2. HIST 124 The World Since 1453
HSS Minors – Table 3 Literature in English
1. LITR 100 Introduction to Literature in English
2. LITR 200 The Word and the World
HSS Minors – Table 4 Political Science
1. POL 100 – Introduction to Political Science
2. POL 203 – Introduction to Western Political Philosophy
113 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 HSS Minors – Table 5 Philosophy
1. PHIL 100 Introduction to Philosophy OR PHIL 102 Philosophy Gym
2. PHIL 130 Logic and Critical Reasoning
In addition, meeting either of the two types of objectives for the Philosophy minor, the students'
choice of the rest of the four courses will be made in accordance with the following
specifications.

Students whose aim is Type 1 may, in
consultation with the stream
coordinator, choose any four
philosophy courses including at least
two courses that are pitched at level
300 or higher.
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Students whose aim is Type 2 may
pick four courses from any of the
following recommended course
groups. They must ensure that at least
two of their courses are at level 300 or
higher.
Applied Ethics: Moral
Philosophy/Ethics; Applied Ethics;
Religion and Science; Philosophy and
Economics; any other course with the
coordinator's approval.
Ethical Theory: Moral
Philosophy/Ethics; Metaethics;
Philosophy of Language; Knowledge
and Reality; Philosophy and
Economics; any other course with the
coordinator's approval
Logic and Language: Philosophy of
Language; Philosophical Logic;
Formal Logic; Analytic Philosophy;
Philosophy of Wittgenstein; any other
course with the coordinator's approval
Epistemology and Metaphysics:
Philosophy of Language; Knowledge
and Reality; History of Western
Philosophy OR Plato and Aristotle;
Philosophy of Science/Philosophy of
Social Science; Philosophy of Mind;
any other course with the coordinator's
approval.
Political Philosophy: Western
Political Philosophy; Moral
Philosophy/Ethics; Applied Ethics;
Metaethics; Political Economy;
Democracy and Difference; any other
course with the coordinator's approval.
114 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Economics
Economics is often called the “science of choice.” The Economics major helps develop clear and rational
problem-solving skills useful in business, government, corporate and non-government sectors. The major
not only provides an understanding of economics institutions and how they impact segments of the
economy, it also provides students with the skills to solve problems that confront organizations,
governments and citizens. The major provides rigorous quantitative tools that allow students to
understand the domestic and global economic environment and analyze its impact. The BSc Honours
major is a quantitatively oriented programme that provides excellent preparation for graduate studies and
careers in economics, business administration, non-government organizations and the corporate sector.
The Department of Economics offers a four year BSc (Honours) degree in two majors i.e. Economics,
Politics & Economics (P&E). It also offers Minor in Economics.
Economics Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement:
130Credit Hours
University Core:
8 Credit Hours
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.2)
University Distribution:
21-28 credit hours (7 courses)
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.3)
Major Requirements:
51 credit hours (13 Courses)
The Economics Major will require the completion of the 13 courses (51 Credits). The distribution of the
courses is as follows:
Economics Core Courses:
27 credit hours (7 courses)
Econ – Table 1
CODE
MATH 101
ECON 111
ECON 121
ECON 211
ECON 221
ECON 230
ECON 330
COURSE TITLE
Calculus I
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Intermediate Microeconomics
Intermediate Macroeconomics
Statistics and Data Analysis
Econometrics
Total
CREDITS
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
27
115 Economics Elective Courses:
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 24 credit hours (6 courses)
Students majoring in Economics are required to take any 24 credit hours (6 elective courses) such that at
least two courses are at the 400 level (senior requirement). Students may not use a Senior Project or an
Independent Study to fulfil this requirement. Economics Thesis will not be counted towards Economics
requirement of 51 credit hours.
Specific Courses Required:
ECON 100 is a remedial course offered for students with little background in economic analysis. It is not
a core course and will not count towards the 51 credit hours Economics major requirements.
Free Electives: Can be taken from any specialization to complete 130 credit hours.
BSc (Honours.) Thesis:
Students with the necessary preparation may opt to work on a yearlong 8-credit hour senior thesis. The
thesis will span two regular semesters and will not count towards the 51 credit hours of ECON
requirements. The Economics department will provide details regarding its registration process.
Electives Courses for Economics Majors:
Econ –Table 2
CODE
ECON 233
ECON 240
ECON 261
ECON 262
ECON 303
ECON 311
ECON 313
ECON 314
ECON 317
ECON 321
ECON 331
ECON 333
ECON 334
ECON 343
ECON 345
ECON 346
ECON 351
ECON 352
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Game Theory
Topics in Development Economics
Principles of Finance
Mathematical Applications in
East Asian Economies
Industrial Organization I
Labour Economics
Law and Economics
The Economics of Corruption
History of Economic Thought
Empirical Microeconomics
Empirical Macroeconomics
Time Series Econometrics
Agriculture and Food Policy
International Political Economy
History and Theory of Development
International Trade/International
International Finance
116 ECON 361
ECON 363
ECON 371
ECON 411
ECON 412
ECON 414
ECON 415
ECON 421
ECON 423
ECON 441
ECON 449
ECON 454
ECON 468
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Monetary Theory and Policy
Economics of Investment and Finance
Public Economics I
Advanced Microeconomics
Industrial Organization II
Applied Microeconomics
Economics of Race, Ethnicity &
Advanced Macroeconomics
Growth Theories
Development Economic Theory
Philosophy and Economics
Trade and Development
Options Swaps and Futures
117 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Economics Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
27 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
24 Credit Hours (6 Courses)
51 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
Sample Four year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Economics (for students w/o
Economics background)
Calculus I**
Principles of Microeconomics**/
Principles of Macroeconomics**
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Intermediate Microeconomics **/
Intermediate Macroeconomics**
Statistics and Data Analysis**
Free Electives
University Distribution
Credits
4
3
4
2+2
15
Credits
4
4
3/4
3/4
Spring
Freshmen
Credits
Calculus I**
Writing and Communication
Principles of Microeconomics**/
Principles of Macroeconomics**
Free Elective
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Intermediate Microeconomics**/
Intermediate Macroeconomics**
Statistics and Data Analysis**
3
4
Economics Elective 200/300+ level
4
4
3/4
14-15
Credits
4
4
Free Electives
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
Total
14-16
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Economics Elective 200/300+ level
4
Economics Elective200/ 300+ level
4
University Distribution
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
Econometrics*
4
Econometrics*
4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
4
Total
17-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Economics Elective 300/400 level
4
Economics Elective 400 level
4
University Distribution
3/4
Economics Elective 400 level
4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
University Distribution
4
Total
17-20
Total
17-20
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
** Can be taken either in Fall or Spring semester.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
118 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Politics & Economics Major Requirements
The Politics and Economics (P&E) Major provides a strong base to those who intend to have knowledge
of the political economy. The P&E programme is a carefully constructed major that provides students the
opportunity to study two disciplines as well as areas that cut across traditional departmental and
disciplinary lines. Through courses developed and taught by Economics and Political Science faculty,
students examine the globalizing world using a variety of conceptual lenses supplied by the social
sciences, learn multiple ways of solving problems, and explore areas of inquiry that intersect traditional
disciplines. The courses in Politics help students understand the dynamics of political systems, how they
affect international relations and how they support a nation, thus realizing their responsibility to the
society and the country. The study of Economics prepares students to take part in governmental policy
making and changes in economic systems. Economic study not only impacts the individuals but also
contribute to the society at large.
Graduation Requirements:
130 credit hours
University Core:
8 credit hours
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.2)
University Distribution:
21-28 credit hours (7 courses)
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.3)
Economics Core Courses:
16 credit hours (4 courses)
Pol & Econ – Table 1
CODE
ECON 111
ECON 121
ECON 230
MATH 231
ECON 330
CREDITS
COURSE TITLE
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Statistics and Data Analysis
Or
Statistics
Econometrics
Total
Economics Elective Courses:
4
4
4
4
4
16
12 credit hours (3 courses)
Students majoring in Politics & Economics are required to take any 12 credit hours of Economics courses
(3 courses) such that at least one course is at the 400 level (senior requirement).Students may not use
Economics core courses, Principles of Economics, Senior Project, or Independent study to fulfil this
requirement.
119 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 For a complete list of Economics elective courses please refer to the course lists given under the
Economics Major.
Politics Core Courses:
CODE
POL
102
POL
320
12 credit hours (3 courses)
Pol & Econ – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Western Political
Philosophy
Comparative Politics
Total
Politics Elective Courses:
CREDITS
4
4
8
20 credit hours (5 courses)
In addition to the core courses, students majoring in Politics & Economics will need to take five elective
courses in the discipline of Political Science. Of these, at least two should be at 300 or 400 level. Senior
Project will count towards the elective courses. For a complete list of elective political science courses
please refer to the course lists given under the Political Science Major.
Free Electives:
The remaining credit hours required for graduation can be from any specialization area.
120 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Politics & Economics - Major Requirements
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
Major Requirement
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
20 Credit Hours (5 Courses)
60 Credit Hours (15 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 130 Credit Hours
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Economics Cores
Economics Electives
Politics Cores
Politics Electives
Total
Free Electives*
Sample Four year Plan
Spring
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Economics (for students w/o
Economics background)
Introduction to Political Science
Principles of Microeconomics**/
Principles of Macroeconomics**
Writing and Communication
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Economics Elective 200/300+ level
Statistics and Data Analysis/Statistics
Credits
Freshmen
Credits
4
3
4
3/4
4
3/4
14-16
Credits
4
Islamic Studies/ Pakistan Studies
Free Elective
Principles of Microeconomics**/
Principles of Macroeconomics**
University Distribution
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Free Electives
4
Political Sciences Elective 200/300+ level
4
4
4
16
Credits
4
Economics Elective 200/300+ level
4
Introduction to Western Political Philosophy
4
Free Electives
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
Free Electives
3/4
Total
18-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Free Electives
4
Political Sciences Elective200/ 300+ level
4
University Distribution
3/4
University Distribution
3/4
Econometrics
4
Comparative Politics
4
Free Electives
4
Economics Elective 200/300+ level
4
Free Electives
4
Free Electives
4
Total
19-20
Total
18-20
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Political Sciences Elective 300/400+ level
4
Economics Elective 400 level
4
University Distribution
3/4
Senior Project I(Pol Only)
4
Free Electives
3/4
Senior Project II (Pol Only)
4
University Distribution
4
Political Sciences Elective 300/400+ level
4
Free Electives
4
Total
19-20
Total
15-16
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
** Can be taken either in Fall or Spring semester.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
121 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Economics Minor
1. Students intending to complete a minor in Economics should successfully complete a minimum
of 6 regular courses carrying 4 credits each (for a total of 24 credit hours) in that area.
2. Students are required to complete three (3) core courses and three (3) electives in that area. The
three electives could range from 200, 300 to 400 level courses dependent on whether a student
has taken the required prerequisite for an elective. Intermediate Micro, Macro or Stats and Data
Analysis could be taken as an elective if not taken as a core. Economics electives exclude
Principles of Economics, senior project, Independent study and Economics thesis.
Economics Core Courses
1. ECON 210 Principles of Microeconomics
2. ECON 212 Principles of Macroeconomics
And any one of the following
3. ECON 220 Intermediate Microeconomics
4. ECON 222 Intermediate Macroeconomics
5. ECON 230 Statistics & Data Analysis
122 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SYED BABAR ALI SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(SBASSE)
SBASSE offers a four-year BS degree in the following areas:
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Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Physics
Graduation Requirements for SBASSE Majors:
Graduation Requirements
130-136 Credit hours
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Core
8 Credit hours (3 courses)
9-12 Credit hours (3 courses)
34 Credit hours
Major Requirements
Major Core required Courses
Major Electives
50-76 Credit hours (depending on the discipline)
35-60 Credit hours
9-17 Credit hours
Free Electives
19-26 Credit hours (6 for EE)
University Core and Distribution Requirements:
The University core requirements are of 8 credit hours while the Outside Group Courses entail taking 3
courses outside the SBASSE.
University Core Courses:
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.2)
University Distribution Courses:
Inside Group/Area Courses:
The SBASSE core courses adequately meet the “four course requirement” outside your major but within
your group/area.
Outside Group Courses:
Kindly refer to the Undergraduate Programme Policies and Regulations (Section 3.3)
123 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SBASSE Core Courses:
The SBASSE core courses are of 34 credits which are divided into the following:
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computing
Electrical Engineering
SBASSE Elective*
9 Credit hours
10 Credit hours
04 Credit hours
04 Credit hours
03 Credit hours
01 Credit hours
03 Credit hours
*Important Note:
The SBASSE Elective is an essential component of the SBASSE core curriculum. Students are required
to enroll in any one 3 credit hour course offered by SBASSE in their sophomore year or beyond. The
SBASSE Elective must be outside a student’s major area of study but within the SBASSE. However, for
EE Majors Math 102: Calculus II will count towards their SBASSE Elective.
Major Core Requirements:
For each SBASSE major these are:
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
35 Credit hours
43 Credit hours
47 Credit hours
48 Credit hours
49 Credit hours
59 Credit hours
Major Elective Requirements:
Students pursuing different majors must enroll in elective courses offered by their department. The list of
electives offered is fluid and can vary from one semester to another. Students may choose to follow a
“stream” if offered by a particular department. Students must take a minimum of 9 credit hours from this
category of courses; the maximum number of credit hours obtained from major elective courses varies
depending on the discipline as follows:
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
15 Credit hours
15 Credit hours
09 Credit hours
09 Credit hours
09Credit hours
17 Credit hours
124 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Free Electives:
In addition to the major core and major elective courses, students must enroll in courses categorized as
“free electives”. The free electives may be “scattered” LUMS-wide, or may be “concentrated” and used
towards obtaining any one of the minor degrees offered by MGSHSS or SBASSE. The total number of
credit hours obtained from courses that are in the “free elective” category vary depending on the
discipline as follows:
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
26 Credit hours
19 Credit hours
20 Credit hours
20 Credit hours
19 Credit hours
06 Credit hours
125 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Structure of SBASSE Core
Credit hour distribution across SBASSE majors:
SBASSE – Table 1
UNIVERSITY
REQUIREMENT
S
DISCIPLINES
(UNIVERSITY
CORE+
OUTSIDE
GROUP)
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
SBASSE CORE
REQUIREMENTS
MAJOR
CORE
MAJOR
ELECTIVE
FREE
ELECTIVE
TOTAL
CREDIT
HOURS
9
9
CREDIT
HOURS
20
20
CREDIT
HOURS
131
130
CREDIT HOURS
CREDIT HOURS
20
20
34
34
CREDIT
HOURS
48
47
20
34
49
9
19
131
20
34
59
17
6
134-136*
20
34
20
34
* Depending upon University Distribution
35
43
15
15
26
19
130
131
BIOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
ELECTRICAL
ENGINEERIN
G
MATH
PHYSICS
Freshman Year Courses
SBASSE – Table 2
FALL SEMESTER
MATH 101
Calculus I
PHY 101
Mechanics
CHEM 101
Principles of Chemistry
CS 100
Computational Problem Solving
EE 100
Engineering Laboratory*
University Distribution (100 Level Course)*
TOTAL
SPRING SEMESTER
MATH 120
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
PHY 104
Modern Physics
BIO 101
Introductory Biology
BIO 100
Biology Laboratory
CHEM 100
Experimental Chemistry
SS 100
Writing and Communication
TOTAL
CREDITS
3
4
3
3
1
3-4
17-18
3
4
3
1
1
4
16
126 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Sophomore Year Courses
SBASSE – Table 3
FALL SEMESTER
PHY 200
Experimental Physics Laboratory I
TOTAL
MATH 230/233
Probability/ Probability and Statistics**
TOTAL
SSE Elective( one course outside the major but
within SBASSE to be taken in sophomore year or
beyond. For EE Majors this requirement will
have been fulfilled by MATH 102: Calculus II)
TOTAL
SPRINGSEMESTER
SSS xxx
CREDITS
2
2
CREDITS
3
3
3
3
(*For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year)
(**Math, Physics, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering majors are required to take MATH 230:
Probability).
127 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Biology:
Biology Core Courses
Biology undergraduate programme offers the following two sections:


Molecular and Cellular Biology
Computational Biology
CODE
BIO 212
BIO 231
BIO 216
BIO 221
BIO 300/ BIO 500
BIO 313
BIO 314
BIO 331
BIO 401
BIO 402
BIO 415/ BIO 515
BIO 491
BIO 492
CHEM 311
CHEM 230
CHEM 231
Bio – Table 1
COURSE TITLE
Biochemistry
Computational Biology I
Molecular Biology
Genetics
Methods in Molecular Biology
Cell Biology
Virology & Microbiology
Computational Biology II
Seminar in Biology – I
Seminar in Biology- II
Developmental Biology
Senior Project-I
Senior Project-II
Chemical Thermodynamics
Organic Chemistry Lab I
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
TOTAL
CREDI
TS
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
1
1
4
4
4
3
2
3
48
Biology Elective Courses
CODE
BIO 318
BIO 322
BIO 323/ MATH 331
BIO 352/ CHEM 352
BIO 417/ BIO 517
BIO 419/ BIO 519
BIO 521
BIO 424
BIO 426/ BIO 526
BIO 432/ BIO 532
Bio – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
Neuroscience
Mathematical Models in Biology I
Biostatistics
Introduction to Drug Discovery and
Development
Plant Physiology
Immunology
Gene Regulation and Epigenetics
Mathematical Models in Biology II
Human Genetics
Network Biology/ Biological Networks
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS
CREDITS
3
4
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
9
128 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Biology – Programme Structure
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
131 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
48 Credit Hours The number of courses taken towards these
9 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the course
57 Credit Hours credit hour which can be of 3 or 4 credits
20 Credit Hours
Free Electives*
Sample Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory**
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
University Distribution(100 level course)**
3-4
Writing and Communication
4
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Molecular Biology
Genetics
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
Experimental Physics Lab I
17-18
16
Credits
3
4
3
2
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Biochemistry
Computational Biology I
Organic Chemistry Lab I
Probability and Statistics
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
2+2
Credits
3
3
2
3
SBASSE Elective***
3
University Distribution
4
Total
14-16
Total
18
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Methods in Molecular Biology Laboratory
4
Developmental Biology
4
Cell Biology
3
Virology and Microbiology
3
Computational Biology II
3
Chemical Thermodynamics
3
University Distribution
3-4
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Total
16-18
Total
16-17
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Seminar Course
1
Seminar Course
1
Senior Project I
4
Senior Project II
4
Major Elective
3
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Total
14-16
Total
14-16
*Credit Hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of Credit hours taken for the University
Distribution (Out group).
**For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
***The SBASSE Elective requirement is one course of 3 credits to be taken outside the major, but within SBASSE, in
sophomore year or beyond.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
SBASSE Core
Bold and Underline
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
129 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Chemistry
Chemistry Core Courses
CODE
CHEM 231
CHEM 230
CHEM 233
CHEM 251
CHEM 221
CHEM 313
CHEM 314
CHEM 324
CHEM 320
CHEM 332
CHEM 311
CHEM 334
CHEM 342
CHEM 410
CHEM 430
CHEM 491
CHEM 492
Chem – Table 1
COURSE TITLE
Fundamentals of Organic chemistry
Organic Chemistry Lab I
Molecular Spectroscopy
Biochemistry
Molecular Symmetry I
Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
Quantum Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry I
Inorganic Chemistry Lab
Chemistry of the Organic Functional Groups
Chemical Thermodynamics
Advanced Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry I
Physical Chemistry Lab
Organic Chemistry Lab II
Senior Project I
Senior Project II
TOTAL
CREDITS
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
2
2
3
3
47
Chemistry Elective Courses
CODE
CHEM 261
BIO 216
CS 200
CS 202
MATH 210
PHY 212
CHEM 218
CHEM 337
CHEM 336
CHEM 352
BIO 313
CHEM 315
CHEM 381
CHEM 432/PHY 434
CHEM 424
Chem – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
Functional Materials for Modern Devices
Molecular Biology
Introduction to Programming
Data Structures
Introduction to Differential Equation
Quantum Mechanics I
Environmental Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Nanobiotechnology
Introduction to Drug Discovery & Development
Cell Biology
Nanoscale Science & Colloidal Chemistry
Introduction to Chemical Engineering
Introduction to Nanoscience
Organo-Transition Metal Chemistry and Catalysis
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS
CREDITS
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
9
130 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Chemistry – Programme Structure
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Free Electives*
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
47 Credit Hours The number of courses taken towards these
9 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the Course
56 Credit Hours
Credit Hour which can be of 3 or 4 Cr
20 Credit hours
Sample Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory**
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
University Distribution(100 level course)**
3-4
Writing and Communication
4
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Fundamental of Organic Chemistry
Molecular Symmetry - I
Experimental Physics Lab I
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
University Distribution
17-18
Total
16
Spring
Credits
Sophomore
Credits
3
Molecular Spectroscopy
3
3
Biochemistry
3
2
Organic Chemistry Lab - I
2
2+2
Probability and Statistics/ Probability
3
3-4
3
SBASSE Elective***
Free Elective
3-4
Total
15-16
Total
17-18
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Quantum Chemistry
3
Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
3
Inorganic Chemistry I
3
Inorganic Chemistry Lab
2
Chemistry of Organic Functional Groups 3
Chemical Thermodynamics
3
Analytical Chemistry I
3
Advanced Organic Chemistry
3
University Distribution
3-4
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Total
15-16
Total
17-18
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Physical Chemistry Lab
2
Senior Project II
3
Organic Chemistry Lab II
2
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Senior Project I
3
Free Elective
3-4
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Total
13-14
Total
15-18
*Credit Hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of credit hours taken for the University Distribution
(Out group).
**For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
***The SBASSE Elective requirement is one course of 3 credits to be taken outside the major, but within SBASSE, in
sophomore year or beyond.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
SBASSE Core
Bold and Underline
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
131 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Computer Science
Computer Science Core Courses
Comp Sc – Table 1
CODE
CS 200
CS 202
CS 210
CS 220
CS 300
CS 310
CS 315
CS 320
CS 331
CS 340
CS 360
CS 370
CS 372
CS 491
CS 492
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Programming
Data Structures
Discrete Mathematics
Digital Logical Circuits
Advanced Programming
Algorithms
Theory of Automata
Computer Organization
Artificial Intelligence
Databases
Software Engineering
Operating Systems
Network-Centric Computing
Senior Project I
Senior Project II
TOTAL
CREDITS
4
3
4
4
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
49
Computer Science Elective Courses
Comp Sc – Table 2
CODE
CS 101
CS 436
CS 452
CS 471
CS 535
CS 536
CS 567
CS 585
CS 674
CS 678
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Computing
Computer Vision Fundamentals
Computer Graphics(Pre-requisites: CS 200 and MATH 120)
Computer Networks: Principles & Practices(Pre-requisite: CS
200)
Machine Learning
Data Mining
Software Reuse(Pre-requisite: CS 360)
Service Oriented Computing(Pre-requisite: CS 340)
Digital Image Processing(Pre-requisite: CS 340)
Topics in Internet Research(Pre-requisite: CS 471)
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS
CREDITS
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
9
132 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Computer Sciences – Programme Structure
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
131 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours The number of courses taken towards these
49 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the course
9 Credit Hours
58 Credit Hours credit hour which can be of 3 or 4 credits
19 Credit hours
Free Electives*
Samples Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory**
University Distribution(100 level course)**
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Introduction to Programming
Discrete Mathematics
Experimental Physics Lab 1
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
3-4
17-18
Credits
4
4
2
2+2
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
Writing and Communication
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Data Structures
Digital Logic Circuits
Algorithms
Probability
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
4
16
Credits
3
4
3
3
University Distribution
3-4
SBASSE Elective***
3
Total
15-17
Total
16-17
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Computer Organization
4
Software Engineering
3
Operating Systems
3
Theory of Automata
3
Artificial Intelligence
3
Advanced Programming
3
Database
3
Network Centric Computing
3
Major Elective(300+ level)
3
Major Elective(300+ level)
3
Total
16
Total
15
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Senior Project I
3
Senior Project II
3
Free Elective
3
Major Elective
3
University Distribution
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Free Elective
3
Free Elective
3
Free Elective
3
Total
15-17
Total
15-16
*Credit hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of Credit hours taken for the University Distribution
(Out group).
**For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
***The SBASSE Elective requirement is one course of 3 credits to be taken outside the major, but within SBASSE, in
sophomore year or beyond.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
SBASSE Core
Bold and Underline
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
133 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Core Courses
Electrical Engineering – Table 1
CODE
CS 200
PHY 204
EE 301
CS 202
EE 220
EE 240
EE 241L
EE 242
EE 310
EE 322
EE 330
EE 340
EE 352
EE 361
EE 380
EE 323
EE 491
EE 492
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Programming
Electricity and Magnetism
Engineering Modeling
Data Structures
Digital Logic Circuits
Circuits I
Introductory Circuits Lab
Circuits II
Signals and Systems
Microprocessors and Interfacing
Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
Devices and Electronics
Electro Mechanical Systems
Feedback Control Systems
Communication Systems
Microelectronic Design
Senior Project I
Senior ProjectII
TOTAL
CREDITS
4
3
3
3
4
3
2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
59
Electrical Engineering Elective Courses
Electrical Engineering – Table 2
CODE
EE 411
EE 412
EE 471
EE 572
EE 570
EE xxx
EE 573
EE 5xx
EE 421
EE 320
EE 520
EE 522
EE 523
COURSE TITLE
COMMUNICATIONS, SIGNALS AND
CONTROL
Digital Signal Processing
Principles of Digital Audio and Video
Computer Networks
Wireless Communications
Digital Communication Principles
Digital Image Processing
Image and Video Coding
Robot Dynamics and Control
ELECTRONICS AND EMBEDDED SYSTEMS
Digital Systems Designs
Computer Organization and Assembly Language
Computer Architecture
Embedded Systems
VLSI Design
CREDITS
4
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
134 EE 332
EE 4xx
EE 433
EE 442
EE 532
EE 353
EE 452
EE 553
EE 555
DEVICES, OPTICS AND
ELECTROMAGNETICS
Introduction to Photonics
Antennas and Propagation
Laser Engineering
Semiconductor Devices
Opto-Electronic Devices
ENERGY AND POWER SYSTEMS
Electrical Power Systems
Power Electronics
Smart Grids
Renewable Energy Systems
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
17
135 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Electrical Engineering – Programme Structure
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
134-136* Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
59 Credit Hours
The number of courses taken towards these
17 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the course credit
76 Credit Hours
hour which can be of 3 or 4 credits
6Credit hours
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Free Electives**
Sample Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory***
University Distribution(100 level course)***
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
3-4
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Calculus II (SBASSE Elective)****
17-18
Electricity and Magnetism
Introduction to Programming
Circuits I
Experimental Physics Lab I
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
3
4
3
2
2
Total
Fall
Junior
Engineering Modeling
Signals and Systems
Microcontroller and Interfacing
Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
Devices and Electronics
Devices and Electronics Lab
17
Total
Fall
Senior
Senior Project I
Major Elective
Major Elective
Free Elective
University Distribution
Total
Credits
3
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
1
16
Credits
3
3
4
3
3-4
16-17
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equation
Writing and Communication
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Circuits II
Digital Logic Circuits
Digital Logic Circuits Lab
Introductory Circuits lab
Data Structures
Probability
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
Total
Spring
Junior
Electromechanical Systems
Electromechanical Systems Lab
Feedback Control Systems
Feedback Control Systems Lab
Communication Systems
Communication Systems Lab
Microelectronic Design
Major Elective
Total
Spring
Senior
Senior Project II
Major Elective
Major Elective
Free Elective
University Distribution
Total
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
4
16
Credits
3
3
1
2
3
3
2
17
Credits
3
1
3
1
3
1
3
3
18
Credits
3
3
4
3
3-4
16-17
*Depending upon University Distribution
**Credit Hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of credit hours taken for the University Distribution (Out group).
***For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
****The SBASSE Elective requirement for EE majors is fulfilled by MATH 102: Calculus II as mentioned previously.
University Core
University Distribution
Free Elective
SBASSE Core
Major Core
Major Elective
Underline
Regular
Bold and Underline
Bold
Bold and Italic
Italic
136 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Mathematics
Mathematics Core Courses
In addition to all MATH prefix courses listed in the SBASSE core, Math majors must take all of the
courses in the following table:
Mathematics – Table 1
CODE
TITLE
MATH 102
MATH 222
MATH 210
MATH 201
MATH 202
MATH 301
MATH 300
MATH 310
MATH 344
MATH 320
MATH 402
Calculus II
Linear Algebra II
Introduction to Differential Equation
Set Theory
Advanced Calculus
Real Analysis I
Complex Variables
Ordinary Differential Equations
Numerical Analysis
Algebra I
General Topology
TOTAL
CREDIT
HOURS
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
4
3
35
Mathematics Elective Requirements
A minimum of 15 credit hours of Math courses outside of those listed in the above mentioned table
(Mathematics Core Courses) must be taken by students in the Math Major.
Note: MATH 100: Pre-Calculus does not count towards Mathematics electives for Mathematics Major.
137 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Mathematics – Programme Structure
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
130 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
35 Credit Hours
The number of courses taken towards these
15 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the course
50 Credit Hours
credit hour which can be of 3 or 4 credits
26 Credit hours
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Free Electives*
Sample Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory**
University Distribution(100 level course)**
Total
Fall
Sophomore
Introduction to Differential Equations
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
3-4
17-18
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
Writing and Communication
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
4
16
Credits
3
Total
Spring
Sophomore
Probability
Set Theory
Calculus II
Experimental Physics Laboratory I
3
3
2
Linear Algebra II
Advanced Calculus
Free Elective
3
3
3
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
2+2
SBASSE Elective***
University Distribution
Total
Spring
Junior
Complex Variables
Ordinary Differential Equations
Numerical Analysis
Major Elective
University Distribution
Total
Spring
Senior
Major Elective
Major Elective
Free Elective
Free Elective
3
3-4
18-19
Credits
3
Total
15
Fall
Junior
Credits
Credits
Real Analysis I
3
4
Algebra I
4
3
Free Elective
3
3
Free Elective
3
3-4
3
3-4
Major Elective
Total
16
16-18
Fall
Senior
Credits
Credits
General Topology
3
3-4
Major Elective
3-4
3-4
Free Elective
3
3-4
Free Elective
3
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Total
15-17
Total
12-16
* Credit Hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of Credit hours taken for the University
Distribution (Out group).
** For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
***The SBASSE Elective requirement for BS Math majors is one course of 3 credits to be taken outside the major, but within
SBASSE, in sophomore year or beyond. For BSc Math majors, however, this requirement can be satisfied by taking any free
elective of 3 credits.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
SBASSE Core
Bold and Underline
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
138 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Department of Physics
Physics Core Courses
CODE
MATH 102
PHY 204
PHY 211
PHY 212
PHY 223
PHY 300
PHY 301
PHY 312
PHY 313
PHY 331
PHY 332
PHY 305
PHY 441
PHY 451
PHY 442
PHY 491
PHY 492
Physics – Table 1
COURSE TITLE
Calculus II
Electricity and Magnetism
Waves and Optics
Quantum Mechanics I
Mathematical Methods in Physics and Engineering I
Experimental Physics II
Classical Mechanics
Quantum Mechanics II
Statistical Mechanics
Atomic, Molecular and Laser Physics(a)
Condensed Matter Physics (a)
Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
Astrophysics (b)
Nuclear and Particle Physics (b)
General Relativity(b)
Senior Project I
Senior Project II
TOTAL
CREDITS
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
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Students are required to take at least one course (marked a) out of PHY 331 or PHY 332, and one course
(marked b) out of PHY 441, PHY 451 and PHY 442.These two courses will count as part of the major
core. Any additional ones taken from (a) or (b) will count as major electives.
*Cross listed with EE 330: Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
Physics Elective Courses
CODE
PHY 304
PHY 310
PHY 323
PHY 333
PHY 334
PHY 411
PHY 512
PHY 415
PHY 422
PHY 433
Physics – Table 2
COURSE TITLE
Computational Physics
Experimental Physics III
Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering II
Spectroscopy- Theory and Applications
Molecular Symmetry
Quantum Optics
Advanced Quantum Mechanics
Introduction to Photonics
Lie Groups and their Representation
Laser Engineering
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS
CREDITS
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
15
Physics – Programme Structure
139 Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
SBASSE Cores
Major Requirement
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 131 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
34 Credit Hours (13 Courses)
43 Credit Hours The number of courses taken towards these
15 Credit Hours
requirements will vary according to the Course Credit
58 Credit Hour
Hour which can be of 3 or 4 Cr
19 Credit hours
Out-Group
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Free Electives*
Sample Four Year Plan
Fall
Freshmen
Principles of Chemistry
Mechanics
Calculus I
Computational Problem Solving
Engineering Laboratory**
Credits
3
4
3
3
1
Spring
Freshmen
Biology Laboratory
Introductory Biology
Experimental Chemistry
Modern Physics
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations
Credits
1
3
1
4
3
University Distribution(100 level course)**
3-4
Writing and Communication
4
Total
17-18
Total
16
Fall
Spring
Sophomore
Credits
Sophomore
Credits
Electricity and Magnetism
3
Mathematical Methods in Physics I
3
Calculus II
3
Quantum Mechanics I
3
Experimental Physics Laboratory I
2
Waves and Optics
3
Pakistan Studies/Islamic Studies
2+2
Probability
3
University Distribution
3-4
3
SBASSE Elective***
Total
15-16
Total
15
Fall
Spring
Junior
Credits
Junior
Credits
Experimental Physics lab II
3
Classical Mechanics
3
Quantum Mechanics II
3
Condensed Matter Physics(a)
3
Statistical Mechanics
4
Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
3
Atomic Molecular and Laser Physics(a)
3
Major Elective
3
University Distribution
3-4
Free Elective
3-4
Total
16-17
Total
15-16
Fall
Spring
Senior
Credits
Senior
Credits
Senior Year Project I
3
Senior year project II
3
General Relativity b)
3
Nuclear and Particle Physics(b)
3
Free Elective
3
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3-4
Major Elective
3
Free Elective
3
Free Elective
4
Free Elective
3
Total
18
Total
16-17
*Credit Hours taken towards free electives will vary according to the number of Credit hours taken for the University Distribution (Out group).
**For BS 2016, both courses can be taken at a later stage if not taken in Fall of freshman year.
*** The SBASSE Elective requirement is one course of 3 credits to be taken outside the major, but within SBASSE, in sophomore year or
beyond.
Note: Students are required to take at least one course (marked a) out of PHY 331 or PHY 332, and one course (marked b) out of PHY 441, PHY
451 and PHY 442. These two courses will count as part of the major core. Any additional ones taken from (a) or (b) will count as major electives.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
SBASSE Core
Bold and Underline
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
140 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SBASSE Minors
Beginning fall 2012, the SBASSE will introduce minors in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science,
Mathematics and Physics. MGSHSS and SDSB students keen to diversify their undergraduate experience
in the sciences or SBASSE students wanting to complement their major discipline with another closely
related area are encouraged to take full advantage of this new initiative. The minor degree is intended to
impart fundamental knowledge in a specific area but carries with it limited depth and breadth. To satisfy
degree requirements for a minor, students must accumulate a minimum of 18 credit hours by taking 6
courses in their area of interest and secure a cumulative GPA of 2.75 in them. Please refer to the
Academic regulations section (6.1 Rules for Minor)
All general rules and regulations announced at university level in this handbook must be adhered to by
students interested in obtaining a minor in SBASSE. Courses which are part of major core in an area will
not count towards their minor; students must therefore take additional courses in an area prescribed by a
department to fulfill their minor degree requirements.
SBASSE departments offering a minor have provided a menu of compulsory courses from which a
certain number must be taken in order to qualify for the minor degree. SBASSE students choosing any of
the compulsory courses as “SBASSE elective” must take another course from the list since one course
cannot be used simultaneously towards a minor as well as to satisfy SBASSE elective requirement.
Additionally, students must take two 300 level courses from the list of elective courses provided by each
discipline. List of courses that can be taken to obtain a minor in each of the five areas at SBASSE is is
given.
Biology Minor
To obtain a minor in Biology, students must take a minimum 18 credits of courses. Students should note
that the SBASSE elective will not double count towards both Biology minor and the SBASSE elective
requirement.
Compulsory Courses
From the list of compulsory courses, a student must take at least two courses in addition to BIO101 and
BIO216 (both deemed as minor “core” courses). SBASSE students choosing any of the compulsory
courses as SBASSE elective must take an additional course from the list of compulsory courses. Students
should note that the SBASSE elective will not double count towards both Biology minor and SBASSE
elective.
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BIO101: Introductory Biology
BIO212: Biochemistry*
BIO216: Molecular Biology
BIO221: Genetics
BIO231: Computational Biology I
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
4 credit hours
3 credit hours
*Biochemistry (BIO212) will not count towards the minor requirements for students majoring in
Chemistry who take it as part of Chemistry major core.
141 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Optional Courses
Students must take any two courses from the following:
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BIO313: Cell Biology
BIO314: Virology and Microbiology
BIO318: Neuroscience
BIO331: Computational Biology II
BIO415/515: Developmental Biology
BIO426/526: Human Genetics
BIO432/532: Network Biology
BIO521: Gene Regulation and Epigenetics
Chemistry Minor
To obtain a minor in Chemistry, students must take a minimum 18 credits of courses which is equivalent
to six theory courses. As per general policy of minors, double counting of courses is not allowed (i.e., a
course can satisfy the requirements of either a major or a minor, but not the both). The same rule applies
to the SBASSE elective and minor courses as well. Students intending to complete a minor should
achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in chemistry courses.
Compulsory Courses
Of the following, Principles of Chemistry (CHEM 101) is a compulsory course and students are required
to choose at least two courses from the remaining four. Note that CHEM 231 would not count as a minor
course for Biology major students as it is a part of their major core and they would be required to take two
more courses from this list in addition to the compulsory course.
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CHEM 101: Principles of Chemistry
CHEM 231: Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
CHEM 324: Inorganic Chemistry I
CHEM 314: Quantum Chemistry
CHEM 233: Molecular Spectroscopy
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
3 credit hours
Optional Courses
Students must take a minimum of three elective courses from the following list. Additional course(s) may
be required for a minor in chemistry if students are also taking any of the courses as the SBASSE elective
or as a part of their major core.
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CHEM 311: Chemical Thermodynamics
CHEM 313: Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
CHEM 221: Molecular Symmetry I
CHEM 342: Analytical Chemistry I
CHEM 332: Chemistry of the Organic Functional Groups
CHEM 334: Advanced Organic Chemistry
142 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Computer Science Minor
To obtain a minor in Computer Science, students must take a minimum of 18 credits of Computer Science
courses. 10 Credit hours are of compulsory courses. The rest can be completed by taking three additional
CS courses, at least two of which must be 300+ level.
Compulsory Courses

CS 100: Computational Problem Solving
OR
 CS 101: Introduction to Computing
 CS 200: Introduction to Programming
 CS 202:Data Structures
Optional Courses
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CS 200+: CS Course
CS 300+: CS Course
CS 300+: CS Course
3 Credit hours
4 Credit hours
3 Credit hours
3 Credit hours
3 credit hours
3 Credit hours
Mathematics Minor
To obtain a minor in Mathematics, students must take a minimum of 18 credit hours. Only one of the
Mathematics courses in the SBASSE core will count towards minor requirements.
Compulsory Courses
At least one course must be taken out of the following:
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MATH 301: Real Analysis I
MATH 320: Algebra I
MATH 402: General Topology
3 credit hours
4 credit hours
3 credit hours
Beyond one course from the list of compulsory courses, at least 3 credit hours are to be taken from
300/400 level Mathematics courses.
Optional Courses
Students may take any of the Mathematics courses except MATH 100 to complete 18 credit hours.
However, Mathematics courses listed as major requirements of a specific discipline will not double count
towards minor in Mathematic.
143 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Physics Minor
The Physics minor requires students to take minimum 19 credits of courses in some combination of 3/4
credit hour courses. SBASSE students choosing any of the courses as the SBASSE elective must take an
additional physics course of their choice at 200+ level since the SBASSE elective will not be double
counted as part of Physics minor.
Compulsory Courses
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PHY101: Mechanics*
4 credit hours
PHY104: Modern Physics*
4 credit hours
PHY204: Electricity and Magnetism**
3 credit hours
PHY212: Quantum Mechanics I
3 credit hours
*SBASSE students can only count one of Mechanics and Modern Physics towards their minor
requirements. SBASSE students (non-EE) would therefore have to take one additional Physics course
at 200+ level to complete the minor credit hour requirements.
**Electricity & Magnetism will not count towards the minor requirements of EE major students who
take it as part of EE major core. EE students would need to take two additional Physics courses at
200+ level to complete the minor credit hour requirements.
Optional Courses
Students must take any two 300+ level Physics courses.
144 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 SHAIKH AHMAD HASSAN SCHOOL OF LAW
The Law and Policy department combines the richness of university’s liberal arts education with a solid
professional programme in law. Its pedagogical approach to law and policy is analytical, critical and
comparative, and high premium is placed on faculty research and policy output.
Department of Law & Policy offers a five year BA-LL.B degree in the area of Law & Policy.
BA-LLB Major Requirement
LLB Major Requirements: 100 Credit Hours
The remaining credit hours required for graduation could be from any area. Students must complete a
total of 62 credit hours in the first two years of the programme in order to be eligible for entering the LLB
track.
The following is a list of courses that count towards the minimum100 credit hours of the LL.B
programme requirement:
Law – Table 1
CODE
LAW 210
LAW 220
LAW 222
LAW 223
LAW 224
LAW 230
LAW 240
LAW 260
LAW 310
LAW 320
LAW 322
LAW 331
LAW 352
LAW 353
LAW 360
LAW 380
LAW 392
LAW 414A
LAW 470
LAW 471
LAW 472
COURSE TITLE
Concept of Law
Contract
Torts
Commercial Law
Property Law
Constitution (Comparative)
Criminal Law
Islamic Jurisprudence
Jurisprudence
Equity, Specific Relief &
Labour Law
Constitution &
Public International Law
Human Rights
Muslim Personal Law
Legal Writing and Research
International Trade Law
Law and Literature
Evidence
Civil Procedure
Criminal Procedure
CREDITS
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
3
4
4
4
4
2
4
4
4
4
4
145 LAW 481A
LAW 481B
LAW 482
LAW 491A
Legal Practice
Legal Practice
Moot Court
Environmental Law &
Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 2
3
3
4
IMPORTANT: Please note that due to the highly structured nature of the LL.B programme, students are
required to take the courses in the assigned sequence. For this purpose, a sample three-year course plan is
developed mentioned on the next page.
146 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 BA-LLB Major Requirement
Graduation Requirement
University Core
University Distribution
162 Credit Hours
8 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
12-16 Credit Hours (4 Courses)
9-12 Credit Hours (3 Courses)
21-28 Credit Hours (7 Courses)
81 Credit Hours (22 Courses)
19-20 Credit Hours (5 Courses)
100 Credit Hours(27 Courses)
Courses can be taken from any area to complete 162 Credit Hours
In Group
Out-Group
Total
Major Cores
Major Electives
Total
Major Requirement
Free Electives*
Pre - Law Courses
CODE
LAW 101
LAW 102
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Legal Reasoning
Introduction to Pakistan Legal System
CREDITS
4
3
In the first two year students are required to take Pre- Law and university core courses, University Distribution and free electives
courses due to the strict 3 year plan ahead.
Three Year Plan
1st YEAR
Fall
Spring
Credits
4
4
4
4
16
Contracts
Criminal Law
Torts
Concept of Law
Total
2nd YEAR
Fall
Constitution (Comparative)
Commercial Law
Islamic Jurisprudence
Property Law
Total
Credits
4
4
4
4
16
Spring
Jurisprudence
Credits
4
Equity, Specific Relief & Trusts
Credits
4
Public International Law
Muslim Personal Law
Constitution & Administrative Law
4
4
4
Human Rights
Labour Law
LAW Elective/Elective
4
3
4
Total
3rd YEAR
Fall
16
Legal Writing and Research Methods
Total
2
17
Spring
Credits
Credits
Civil Procedure
4
Criminal Procedure
4
Evidence
4
Elective
4
LAW Elective
4
Elective
4
LAW Elective
4
Moot Court
3
Legal Practice I
2
Legal Practice II
3
Total
18
Total
18
*The number of courses taken towards Free Elective requirements will vary according to the Course Credit Hour which can be of
3 or 4 Cr.
University Core
Underline
University Distribution
Regular
Major Core
Bold
Major Elective
Bold and Italic
Free Elective
Italic
147 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 USEFUL CONTACTS
Department
Office of the Registrar
Email /Web Address
https://helpdeskro.lums.edu.pk
ro@lums.edu.pk
Office of Student Affairs
osa@lums.edu.pk
Career Service Office
cso@lums.edu.pk
Financial Aid
financial-aid@lums.edu.pk
Finance and Accounts
finance@lums.edu.pk
Admissions
https://helpdeskao.lums.edu.pk
IST
https://helpdesk.lums.edu.pk
Library
http://library.lums.edu.pk
On Campus Residence
residence@lums.edu.pk
rcrepairs@lums.edu.pk
Alumni Office
alumnirealtions@lums.edu.pk
General Admin and
Services
vigilance@lums.edu.pk
Campus Parking
Smart card for Students
148 Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013‐14 Subject Areas and Course Code Prefix Table
SUBJECT AREA
CODE PREFIX
ACCT
Accounting
ACF
Accounting and Finance
ANTH
Anthropology
AST
Astronomy
BIO
Biology
BUSS
Business
CHEM
Chemistry
CMPE
Computer Engineering
CS
Computer Science
DISC
Decision Sciences
ECON
Economics
EE
Electrical Engineering
EMBA
EMBA
FINN
Finance
GENR
General Education
HIST
History
LANG
Language
LAW
Law & Policy
LITR
Literature
MATH
Mathematics
MECO
Managerial Economics
MGMT
Management
MKTG
Marketing
ORSC
Organizational Sciences
PHIL
Philosophy
PHY
Physics
POL
Political Science
PSY
Psychology
SOC
Sociology
SS
Social Sciences
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