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BS Economics

BS Economics

About Program

The BS Economics is a four-year degree program structured over eight semesters and designed to provide students with a broad understanding of economics and related social sciences. The program develops knowledge of economic theory, applied economics, public policy, data analysis, markets, institutions, and the economic issues that influence Pakistan and the wider global economy.

Students are encouraged to develop curiosity, analytical thinking, and the ability to examine economic problems through evidence and research. The program prepares graduates for opportunities in public and private organizations, business and corporate consultancy, public policy, data analysis, market research, economic research, and other related professional fields.

The degree also provides a strong academic foundation for students who wish to continue toward advanced study and research in Economics and related disciplines.

Objectives

  1. Promote high standards of education, teaching, and research in Economics.
  2. Provide opportunities for students to strengthen their academic qualifications and continue higher education in Economics.
  3. Develop a sound understanding of both theoretical and applied Economics.
  4. Build students’ ability to become independent learners, researchers, and critical thinkers.
  5. Enable students to understand major global economic issues and evaluate their implications for Pakistan’s economy.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Academic Qualification: Applicants must have completed FA, FSc, or an equivalent qualification with at least 50% aggregate marks.
  • Admission Test & Interview: Qualifying the admission test and interview is compulsory. A candidate securing less than 40% marks in the combined test and interview requirement will not be eligible for admission.
  • NTS-NAT: Candidates who have secured at least 40% marks in NTS-NAT are also eligible to apply.

Scheme of Studies

1st Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 EN-401 English - I 3 0 -
2 EC-301 Principle of Microeconomics 3 0 -
3 SS-602 Sociology 3 0 -
4 MT-302 Mathematical Methods - I 3 0 -
5 IS-302 Functional Arabic –I 3 0 -
6 CS-301 Introduction to Computer 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

2nd Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 IR-301 English – II 3 0 -
2 SS-601 Pakistan Studies 3 0 -
3 EC-302 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 0 -
4 MT-301 Mathematical Methods -II 3 0 -
5 IS-305 Functional Arabic-II 3 0 -
6 - Mass Communication 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

3rd Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ENG-301 English Comprehension - III 3 0 -
2 EC-411 Intermediate Microeconomics 3 0 EC-301
3 EC-402 Development Economics 3 0 -
4 ST-301 Statistics –I 3 0 -
5 IS-402 Islamic Education-I 3 0 -
6 FN-401 Money Banking and Finance 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

4th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 MG-404 English - IV 3 0 -
2 EC-413 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3 0 EC-302
3 ST-501 Statistics-II 3 0 -
4 EC-404 World Economics History 3 0 -
5 IS-4010 Islamic Education-II 3 0 -
6 - Business Law 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

5th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 EC-511 Microeconomics 3 0 EC-411
2 EC-512 Macroeconomics 3 0 EC-413
3 EC-503 Mathematical Economics –I 3 0 -
4 EC-504 Major Issues in Pakistan Economy 3 0 -
5 IS-504 Hadees E Nabavi 3 0 -
6 EC-506 Econometrics-I 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

6th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 EC-505 Economic Growth 3 0 -
2 EC-614 Econometrics-II 3 0 EC-506
3 EC-517 Mathematical Economics -II 3 0 EC-503
4 EC-508 Managerial Economics 3 0 -
5 EC-509 Islamic Economics 3 0 -
6 IS-5011 Fiqah 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

7th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 EC-601 International Trade Theory 3 0 -
2 EC-602 Research Methods 3 0 -
3 EC-603 Public Sector Economics 3 0 -
4 - Elective –I 3 0 -
5 - Elective-II 3 0 -
6 EC-615 Research Project 3 0 -
Total Credits 18 0

8th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 EC-605 Enterprenueral Economics 3 0 -
2 - Elective-III 3 0 -
3 EC-607 Monetry Economics 3 0 -
4 - Elective-IV 3 0 -
5 EC-615 Research Project 3 0 -
Total Credits 15 0