M. PHIL ENGLISH-GCU Lahore

Course name: M. PHIL ENGLISH

Course Overview: The Department of English Language and Literature enjoys the distinction of being the oldest Postgraduate Department of English in the country. It was established in 1873. It was at first affiliated with Calcutta University and later with the University of the Punjab.

English is acknowledged worldwide as the sole medium of international communication and information. The various programs offered by the Department aim to produce empowered learners with strong oral and written skills which will help them fulfill their economic and socio-cultural needs and also inculcate a creative, analytical and reflective bend of mind which enables them to think independently and critically.

Some of the great names in the country have been associated with the department as students and teachers. Among them is the legendary Prof Ahmad Shah (Patras) Bokhari, student, teacher and later Principal of the Prof. Siraj-ud-DinCollege. Prof Bokhari wrote authoritatively on such diverse topics as Indian music and dancing, books and culture. His collection of humorous essays in Urdu is a classic of its kind. Prof Siraj-ud-Din, who headed the department for many years, also enjoys a legendary status. An inspiring teacher of English, he influenced many generations of students who still cherish his fond memory. Other eminent teachers, scholars and writers who have been associated with the Department are Dr. Imdad Hussain, Dr. A. H. Khayal and Prof. Jilani Kamran.

No. of Semesters: 4

Course duration: 2 years

Requirements: A candidate having sixteen years of Education or 4-years of education (130 credit hours) after HSSC/A-Level/Grad-12/Equivalent in the relevant subject. The minimum required marks/grades for admission in MS/MPhil will be as follow:

• Faculty of Science & Technology 2.50/4.00 CGPA or 60% in an Annual Examinations.
  
• Faculty of Engineering 2.50/4.00 CGPA or 60% in Annual Examination.
  
• Faculty of Arts & Social Science 2.50/4.00 CGPA or 60% in an Annual Examination.
  
• Faculty of Languages, Islamic & Oriental Learning 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% in Annual Examination.
  
• All candidates are required to pass the GCU General Assessment Test (General) for MS/MPhil admission to be conducted through NTS. The schedule of registration and test shall be announced at an appropriate time.
  
• The candidate who already possess valid GAT result through NTS are also eligible to apply for admission till 30-09-2014.
  
• Candidates working in Government /Semi Government or private institutions may apply. Such candidates shall have to submit “NOC” from the Head of the Institution where they are working.
  
• There is no age limit for admission to MS/MPhil programme.
  
• A “Notification of Registration” of the candidate approved for admission in MS/MPhil programme shall be issued by the Registrar.
  

How to apply: Admissions for Undergraduate degree programs usually opened once in a year during Fall Semester i.e. August / September.

• Applications for admission to various Undergraduate degree programs are invited through an advertisement.
  Admission is made purely on merit basis from amongst the applicants.
  
• In case the admission form is downloaded from university website (www.gcu.edu.pk), it should be accompanied with a Bank Draft / Pay Order
  
• The application forms are available in the prospectus which can be obtained from the Office.
  
• The candidates are advised to fill the Application Form carefully after reading the instructions and especially the column for preferences of different disciplines.
  

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