Master of Science in International Relations

The Master’s Degree in International Relations buildup upon the courses studied in both the Certificate (15 Credit Hours) and Advanced Diploma courses (31 Credit Hours), allowing those who do not abandon the program after qualifying for an Advanced Diploma in International Relations to get a M.SC in International Relations.

  • Credit Hours: 60 (including Certificate Course 15 Credit Hours, Advanced Diploma semester 18
  • Credit Hours: Third Semester 15/18, Fourth Semester: Thesis 9 Credit Hours
  • No. of Courses: 6 Courses – 18 Credit Hours

Fourth Semester

  • Thesis: 9 Credit Hours (Equal to 3 Courses)

Certificate Course International Relations

Course Code Title of Course Credit Hours
IR – 300 Theories of International Relations 3 Credits
IR – 303 Politics of International Economic Relations 3 Credits
IR – 304 Dimensions of Modern Strategy 3 Credits
IR – 305 Foreign Policy of Pakistan 3 Credits
IR – 306 International Organization 3 Credits
IR – 307 Research Methodology 3 Credits
IR – 309 Foreign Policy Analysis 3 Credits

Advanced Diploma in International Relations

The Diploma would buildup upon the courses studied in the certificate course, allowing those who do not abandon the program after securing a certificate to get a Diploma in International Relations.

Course Code Title of Course Credit Hours
IR – 301 International Relations Since 1945 3 Credits
IR – 302 An Introduction to International Law 3 Credits
IR – 314 Theories of Comparative Politics 3 Credits
IR – 320 Seminar on Current Issues in International Politics 3 Credits
IR – 356 Disarmament, Arms Control & Nuclear Non-Proliferation 3 Credits
IR – 328 International Politics of Middle East 3 Credits

Master of Science in International Relations

The Master’s Degree in International Relations buildup upon the courses studied in both the Certificate (15 Credit Hours) and Advanced Diploma courses (31 Credit Hours), allowing those who do not abandon the program after qualifying for an Advanced Diploma in International Relations to get a M.SC in International Relations.

Third Semester

Course Code Title of Course Credit Hours
IR – 306 International Organizations 3 Credits
IR – 324 International Politics of South Asia 3 Credits
IR – 338 Seminar on Issues Relating to Area Study 3 Credits
IR – 348 Human Rights Law 3 Credits
IR – 351 Conflict and Conflict Resolution 3 Credits
IR – 361 International Politics of Terrorism 3 Credits

Fourth Semester

Course Code Title of Course Credit Hours
IR – 364 Thesis 9 Credits