Link copied!BS International Relations
Department of Business and ManagementDURATION
4 years
CREDIT HOURS
132
Link copied!About this degree
The main objective of the International Relations Department's BS four-year program at NSIST is to enable graduates to acquire in-depth subject knowledge and the ability to analyze and draw conclusions from specific situations. The curriculum at NSIST covers compulsory and optional courses in IR at both basic and advanced levels, including Theories of International Relations, Research Methodology, International Political Economy, Security and Strategic Studies, Foreign Policy Analysis, Diplomacy, International Organizations, International Law, Conflict Analysis and Conflict Resolution, Foreign Policy of India and Pakistan. These courses are designed to familiarize students with the concepts, theories, methods, and historical and current dynamics of international relations. One focus is the promotion of advanced research.
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BS International Relations is a four-year degree program compromising of eight regular semesters. However, after the completion of 72 credit hours, cut-off degree is also issued on the request of student concerned. The minimum requirements for the award of BS Degree are 132 credit hours.
Link copied!Career Scope
• Land job in foreign office of Pakistan • Acquire BPS 17 jobs in the civil services • Become an anchor person in the top media houses
Link copied!Distinctive Features
• Nurturing critically engaged and ethically conscious graduates • Capacity building, enabling students to peruse a fulfilling career in civil services • Highly qualified faculty promoting inventive learning methodology
Link copied!Program Objective
The four year BSIR program is to prepare graduates having a deep knowledge of the subject as well as ability to analyze any given situation and draw out conclusions. The syllabus of the subject is designed by keeping in view the following objectives. To have a sound knowledge of the subject. To have a broader view of other disciplines of social as well as physical sciences. It will enable the students to interact with other branches of knowledge and strengthen their understanding of society. To equip the students with essential tools and techniques of research. It will enable them to analyze any given situation/issue and suggest its possible solutions. To empower them to establish and develop a viable linkage between theory/concepts and practice in the field.
Link copied!Eligibility
An individual holding a Higher Secondary School Certificate from a Pakistani Board or an equivalent certificate from any other recognized institution, with at least a second division or its equivalent grade, is eligible for admission. Eligible foreign students are admitted subject to a valid visa and NOC from HEC. Age Limit: The age limit for admission to BS program is 22 years. However, exception to the applicants over 22 years of age may be granted in special circumstances by the Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of the Head of the Department.
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International Relations FA/FSc or equivalent with at least 50% marks. • Metric /SSC/Equivalent: 30% • FSc /Equivalent: 70% • Formula: Merit = (MOM)/(TM) × 30 + (MOF)/ (TM) × 70 Where • MOM = Marks obtained in Metric or Equivalent • MOF = Marks obtained in FSc or Equivalent • TM = Total Marks in the relevant Examination.
Link copied!Semester Breakdown
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| EN-101 | English-I: Reading & Writing Skills | 3 |
| PK-100 | Pakistan Studies | 3 |
| PS-108 | Basic Mathematics | 3 |
| IR-110 | Political History of the World | 3 |
| IR-121 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 |
| PY-100 | Introduction to psychology | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| EN-102 | English-II: Composition Skills | 3 |
| IS-100 | Islamic Studies | 3 |
| IR-109 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| IR-111 | Computer Skills for Social Sciences | 3 |
| PS-122 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| AN-100 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| EN-102 | English-III: Communication & Presentation Skills | 3 |
| IR-201 | Geopolitical Structure of the World | 3 |
| IR-202 | Introduction to Security Studies | 3 |
| N/A | General-III | 3 |
| N/A | General-IV | 3 |
| N/A | General-V | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| EN-202 | English-IV: Adv. Acad. Reading & Writing | 3 |
| IR-203 | Government and Politics of Pakistan | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-I | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-II | 3 |
| N/A | General-VI | 3 |
| N/A | General-VII | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| EN-300 | Theories of International Relations | 3 |
| IR-301 | International Relations Since 1945 | 3 |
| IR-302 | An Introduction to International Law | 3 |
| IR-303 | Politics of International Economic Relations | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-III | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-304 | Dimensions of Modern Strategy | 3 |
| IR-305 | Foreign Policy Analysis | 3 |
| IR-306 | Introduction to Regional & Int’l Organizations | 3 |
| IR-307 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-IV | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Elective-V | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-VI | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-VII | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-VIII | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-IX | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Elective-X | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-XI | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-XII | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-XIII | 3 |
| N/A | Elective-XIV | 3 |
Link copied!Tentative Study Plan
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| AN-100 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| AR-100 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| EC-100 | Fundamental of Economics | 3 |
| ED-100 | Fundamental of Education | 3 |
| HI-100 | Introduction to History | 3 |
| CM-100 | Introduction to Commerce | 3 |
| CM-101 | Introduction to Business Studies | 3 |
| PY-100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SO-100 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| PS-100 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| LW-100 | Introduction to Law | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| AS-200 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| DS-200 | Introduction to Defense & Strategic Studies | 3 |
| EC-200 | Introduction to Economy of Pakistan | 3 |
| GS-200 | Introduction to Gender Studies | 3 |
| HS-200 | Introduction to the History of Muslim Civilizations | 3 |
| HS-201 | Introduction to History to South Asia | 3 |
| SO-200 | Foundations of Social Work | 3 |
| LS-200 | Introduction to Library Sciences | 3 |
| MS-200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MS-201 | Principles of Accounting | 3 |
| IR-200 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-210 | Diplomacy | 3 |
| IR-211 | Concept and Dimensions of Power | 3 |
| IR-212 | Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies | 3 |
| IR-213 | Civil Society and Political Change | 3 |
| IR-214 | International Politics of Environment | 3 |
| IR-215 | History of International Law | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-216 | The Law of Treaties | 3 |
| IR-217 | International Law of the Sea and Issues of Maritime Piracy | 3 |
| IR-218 | Air and Space Law | 3 |
| IR-219 | Armed Conflict and the Use of Force in International Law | 3 |
| IR-220 | UN Specialized Agencies | 3 |
| IR-221 | International Humanitarian Law | 3 |
| IR-222 | Regional Organizations | 3 |
| IR-223 | Refugee Law | 3 |
| IR-224 | Human Rights Law | 3 |
| IR-225 | Environmental Law | 3 |
| IR-226 | Non-Governmental Organization in International Law | 3 |
| IR-227 | Seminar on Issues Relating to International Law/Organizations | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-311 | Democracy and Authoritarianism | 3 |
| IR-312 | Religion in International Politics | 3 |
| IR-313 | Politics of Disputed Borders | 3 |
| IR-314 | Politics of Developing Countries | 3 |
| IR-315 | Contemporary Muslim World | 3 |
| IR-316 | Foreign Policies of Major Powers (USA, Russia and China) | 3 |
| IR-317 | Theories of Comparative Politics | 3 |
| IR-318 | Human Rights in International Relations | 3 |
| IR-319 | International Politics of Environment | 3 |
| IR-320 | Gender and Development in International Relations | 3 |
| IR-321 | Diplomatic History of Europe | 3 |
| IR-322 | International Politics of Ethnicity and Minorities | 3 |
| IR-323 | Theories of Ethnicity and Nationalism | 3 |
| IR-324 | International Politics of Rising Powers | 3 |
| IR-325 | International Politics of Energy and Natural Resources | 3 |
| IR-326 | Role of Intelligence Agencies in International Politics | 3 |
| IR-327 | State and its Institutions in Pakistan | 3 |
| IR-328 | Contemporary Discourses on Civilisations | 3 |
| IR-329 | Sovereignty in the 21st Century | 3 |
| IR-330 | International Politics of Aid and Trade | 3 |
| IR-331 | Civil Society and Political Change | 3 |
| IR-332 | Peace Education | 3 |
| IR-333 | Sources and Dynamics of Political Change | 3 |
| IR-334 | Organised Crimes in International Politics | 3 |
| IR-335 | Theory and Practice of Civil Resistance | 3 |
| IR-336 | Media and Social Networks in International Politics | 3 |
| IR-337 | Migration and International Relations | 3 |
| IR-338 | Media and Policy Making | 3 |
| IR-339 | Contemporary International Issues | 3 |
| IR-340 | Global Civil Societ | 3 |
| IR-341 | Conflict and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| IR-342 | Critical Debates in International Relations | 3 |
| IR-343 | Seminar on Current Issues in International Politics | 3 |
| IR-344 | Seminar on Selected Contemporary Issues in South Asia | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-401 | American Foreign Policy | 3 |
| IR-402 | Politics of Pakistan | 3 |
| IR-403 | Politics of India | 3 |
| IR-404 | Foreign Policy of India | 3 |
| IR-405 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Afghanistan | 3 |
| IR-406 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Iran | 3 |
| IR-407 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Turkey | 3 |
| IR-408 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Russia | 3 |
| IR-409 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 3 |
| IR-410 | Politics and Foreign Policy of Israel | 3 |
| IR-411 | International Politics of South Asia | 3 |
| IR-412 | International Politics of the Middle East | 3 |
| IR-413 | International Politics of the Gulf Region | 3 |
| IR-414 | International Politics of the Asia-Pacific Region | 3 |
| IR-415 | International Politics of Africa | 3 |
| IR-416 | International Politics of Al-Maghreb (North West Africa) and North Africa | 3 |
| IR-417 | International Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa | 3 |
| IR-418 | International Politics of Europe | 3 |
| IR-419 | International Politics of South America | 3 |
| IR-420 | International Politics of North America | 3 |
| IR-421 | Foreign Policy of Central Asian Republics | 3 |
| IR-422 | Politics of Central Asian Republics | 3 |
| IR-423 | International Politics of South East Asia | 3 |
| IR-424 | International Politics of East Asia | 3 |
| IR-425 | International Politics of Balkans and South East Europe | 3 |
| IR-426 | Seminar on Issues Relating to Area Study | 3 |
| IR-427 | Seminar on Military Alliance: NATO, CSTO, Strategic Partnerships | 3 |
| IR-428 | Seminar on Regional Politico-Economic Organisations | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-440 | Strategic Thought | 3 |
| IR-441 | Technology, Warfare and Weapon Systems | 3 |
| IR-442 | Defence Policies of India and Pakistan | 3 |
| IR-443 | Disarmament, Arms Control and Nuclear Non-Proliferation | 3 |
| IR-444 | Economics of Defence | 3 |
| IR-445 | Theories of War | 3 |
| IR-446 | Social Conflict Analysis | 3 |
| IR-447 | Revolutionary Warfare | 3 |
| IR-448 | International Politics of Terrorism | 3 |
| IR-449 | Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism | 3 |
| IR-450 | Causes, Justifications, and Preventions of War | 3 |
| IR-451 | Chemical, Biological, Nuclear and Radiological Terrorism | 3 |
| IR-452 | Cyber Crime and Warfare | 3 |
| IR-453 | Seminar on Issues Relating to Strategic Issues | 3 |
| IR-454 | Seminar on Nuclear Politics | 3 |
| IR-455 | Seminar on Security Issues | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| IR-475 | Graduate Essay (Subject to Approval of SPIR Research Committee) | 6 |
| IR-476 | Internship (Subject to approval of SPIR Research Committee) | 3 |
| IR-477 | Graduate Viva (Elective) | 3 |
| Category | No. of Courses | Credit hour |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | 10 Courses | 30 |
| Foundation | 13 Courses | 39 |
| General | 7 Courses | 21 |
| Elective/Optional | 14 Courses | 42 |
| Total | 44 Courses | 132 |
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