Program Overview
The Urdu at University of the Punjab is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Urdu programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Pakistan and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Lahore, Pakistan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urdu programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
B.A with Urdu / Arabic / Persian / Punjabi / English elective\xc2\xa0
Or Urdu / Arabic / Persian / Punjabi Optional.\xc2\xa0
Eligibility for the candidates who are admitted against the Reserved Seats is same as above.\xc2\xa0
Those who have passed B.A Examination with Urdu as an additional subject are also eligible, however, they will not be treated as fresh candidates.\xc2\xa0
Admission Criteria:\xc2\xa0Basic\xc2\xa0
The Order of Preference of subject marks is as under:\xc2\xa0
i) Urdu as elective Subject.\xc2\xa0
ii) Urdu as optional subject.\xc2\xa0
iii) Arabic / Persian / Punjabi / English as elective Subject.\xc2\xa0
iv) Arabic / Persian / Punjabi / as optional subject.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0
Additional Marks:\xc2\xa0
Hafiz-e-Quran: 20 Marks\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0
Merit Formula:\xc2\xa0
Academic record: 100%
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 172 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Punjab directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Punjab
University of the Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
University of the Punjab is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2007-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
