Introduction
The BS Sociology – Lateral program (2 years) is designed for students who, after completing 14 years of education, wish to pursue advanced studies and careers in the field of Sociology. The program offers a blend of theoretical and applied courses with an integrated approach to theory and methodology. It enables students to critically examine human interactions, cultural patterns, norms, and social structures. Graduates are prepared to analyze pressing social issues, conduct meaningful research, and contribute informed solutions to complex societal challenges with analytical rigor and intellectual independence.
Note: Students admitted through the Bridging Semester in BS Lateral must successfully pass all courses of the Bridging Semester before enrolling in the courses of 5th Semester of BS in Sociology.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants holding a 2-year Associate Degree in the same discipline (from an HEC-recognized institution) are eligible to join the 5th semester of a BS program. Applicants with an Associate Degree in a different discipline or a conventional BA/BSc degree (annual system) will be required to complete a bridging/deficiency semester to cover academic gaps.
The minimum eligibility criteria are:
- 2.00/4.00 CGPA for Associate Degree holders (semester system), or
- 45% marks for BA/BSc or equivalent (annual system).
The University reserves the right to set higher admission standards for specific programs.
Award of Degree
To be eligible for the award of BS Sociology lateral degree, the student is required to complete the prescribed coursework of at least 66 credit hours with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.
Scheme of Study
| Total Credit Hours | |
| Total Semesters | 5 |
| Duration | 2 years |
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| Bridging Semester | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC302 | Sociological Theories | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC403 | Gender Studies | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC602 | Sociology of Education | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC604 | Community Development | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC605 | Population Dynamics | Major | Bridging Semester | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| VU001 | Introduction to e-Learning | General Education | Bridging Semester | 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 1 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| MGT502 | Organizational Behaviour | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC402 | Sociological Perspectives | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC509 | Quantitative Research Methodology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC606 | Rural Sociology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| MGT111 | Introduction to Public Administration | Interdisciplinary | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| MGT522 | Introduction to Public Policy | Interdisciplinary | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 2 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| SOC607 | Urban Sociology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC608 | Sociology of Health | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC609 | Qualitative Research Methods | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC612 | Political Sociology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC613 | Social Change and Transformation | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| MCM101 | Introduction to Mass Communication | Interdisciplinary | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| MCM301 | Communication skills | Interdisciplinary | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| MCM401 | Fundamentals of Public Relations | Interdisciplinary | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| Semester No. 3 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| PSY515 | Cross Cultural Psychology | Interdisciplinary | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC611 | Criminology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC614 | Sociology of Religion | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC615 | Environmental Sociology | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC616 | Sociology of Globalization | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOCI619 | Internship Report-Sociology | Major | Field Experience / Internship | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| Semester No. 4 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| EDU403 | Art, Crafts and Calligraphy | Interdisciplinary | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC499 | Capstone Project | Major | Capstone Project | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| SOC601 | Social Policy and Governance | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC610 | Electronic Media & Virtual Community | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||
| SOC617 | Social Entrepreneurship | Major | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||||