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Bachelor of Studies in Education

Degree Level
Undergraduate
Duration
4 Years
Semester Fee
Rs. 200,000
Registration Fee
Rs. 25,000
Application Fee
Rs. 5,000
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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Studies in Education at the University of South Asia is a four-year undergraduate program that prepares aspiring educators to become effective, reflective, and socially responsible teachers. Combining educational theory with hands-on practice, the program covers key areas such as pedagogy, educational psychology, curriculum development, classroom management, and inclusive education. A major highlight is the supervised teaching practicum, which allows students to gain real-world classroom experience under expert mentorship.

Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern education, the program emphasizes learner-centered teaching, ethical practices, and the integration of digital learning technologies. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and professional development, graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles in the education sector and for lifelong growth as educators and leaders.

Program Objectives (POs)

  • PO 1:
    Prepare competent, reflective, and innovative education professionals through academically rigorous and contextually relevant programs that bridge theory, research, and practice.
  • PO 2:
    Promote a culture of research and critical inquiry aimed at addressing educational challenges and advancing the discourse in teaching, learning, policy, and leadership.
  • PO 3:
    Foster an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and a strong sense of civic and ethical responsibility.
  • PO 4:
    Establish meaningful collaborations with educational institutions, industry, and communities to support mutual development and influence education policy and practice.
  • PO 5:
    Advance the national educational agenda by developing human capital capable of leading educational reforms and promoting lifelong learning for sustainable development.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

After graduation, the graduates of the BS Education will be able to:
  • PEO 1:
    Apply research-driven expertise in core and specialized areas of education to lead in teaching, management, and learning, fostering a competitive environment that promotes an equitable and inclusive society.
  • PEO 2:
    Leverage professional ethics, expertise, and competence to excel in their role, meeting both local and global standards to address and resolve educational challenges effectively.
  • PEO 3:
    Pioneer the transformation of students, schools, and society for the future by employing innovative problem-solving strategies grounded in both contemporary and foundational educational theories, alongside core religious principles.
  • PEO 4:
    Demonstrate proficiency in Information Communication Technology (ICT) through dynamic classroom teaching and professional growth, actively engaging in learning communities to enhance their skills.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

After successful completion of the program, the graduates will be able to:
  • PLO 1: Educational Knowledge and Theoretical Foundations:
    Graduates will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of educational theories, historical perspectives, and philosophical foundations that inform teaching, learning, and curriculum development.
  • PLO 2: Pedagogical and Instructional Competence:
    Graduates will apply evidence-based pedagogical strategies to design, implement, and assess effective instructional practices in diverse classroom settings.
  • PLO 3: Research Literacy and Reflective Practice:
    Graduates will engage in scholarly inquiry, critically analyze educational issues, and employ reflective practices to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
  • PLO 4: Students’ Assessment:
    Design and implement a variety of innovative, research-driven assessment tools to effectively monitor and enhance student learning. Critically analyze assessment data to inform instructional practices, ensuring that teaching strategies are responsive to the diverse needs of all learners.
  • PLO 5: Learning Environment:
    Students will design inclusive and equitable learning environments that address the diverse intellectual, emotional, and social needs of all students. They will apply innovative pedagogical strategies and culturally responsive practices to foster collaborative, dynamic, and supportive educational settings.
  • PLO 6: Effective Communication and use of ICT:
    Demonstrate the effective use of ICT to enhance learning, improve instruction, promote collaboration, and access educational resources, integrating digital tools responsibly to support teaching, learning, and professional development in inclusive classrooms.
  • PLO 7: Professional Collaboration and Societal Engagement:
    Graduates will work collaboratively with peers, families, communities, and stakeholders to support inclusive and effective learning environments.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) Alignment with the Department Mission Statement
PLO 1: Educational Knowledge and Theoretical Foundations By emphasizing on strong foundations in educational theory and preparing graduates to become knowledgeable educators.
PLO 2: Pedagogical and Instructional Competence Fostering pedagogy, evidence-based practice, and addressing contemporary challenges in education.
PLO 3: Research Literacy and Reflective Practice Development of reflective educators and encourages “research” and critical thinking as vital components of teacher education.
PLO 4: Students’ Assessment Empowers graduates to design assessment practices that are innovative, inclusive, and grounded in research. This ability directly supports the program’s emphasis on fostering critical thinking, professional competence, and leadership skills.
PLO 5: Learning Environment Ensures the program’s commitment to enhancing educational quality, promoting inclusivity, and fostering impactful contributions at local, national, and global level,
PLO 6: Effective Communication and use of ICT Prepare future educators with vital communication and Information and Communication(ICT) skills to meet the diverse needs of today’s learners. Mastery of effective communication and digital fluency is essential for fostering inclusive classrooms, supporting reflective practice, and empowering graduates to drive social and economic progress.
PLO 7: Professional Collaboration and Societal Engagement By promoting collaboration with educational and professional communities and prepare graduates for transformative change in society.

Admission Criteria

The candidate willing to get admission in BS Education 4 year degree program must have passed intermediate in any discipline or Inter Board Coordination Commission (IBCC) equivalent qualification.

Entry and Exit Provisions at BS Education 4 year degree program.

  1. Pathway for Graduates with Associate Degree
    • Students having completed Associate Degree in Education and related disciplines are allowed admission in the fifth semester of the BS Education program.
    • Students having completed Associate Degree in disciplines other than Education will be offered deficiency courses from 15-18 credits through bridging semester prior to enrollment in 5th Semester of BS Education Program.
    • The minimum eligibility for admission in the fifth semester in above cases is 2.00/4.00 CGPA in the prior qualification i.e., Associate Degree. The concerned university may, however, set higher eligibility and admission criteria for admission in the fifth semester of BS Education four year degree program.
  2. Pathway for Graduates with Conventional BA/BSc/Equivalent Degree Programs
    • Students having completed two-year conventional BA/BSc/equivalent degree programs are allowed admission in the fifth semester of BS Education four year degree program, in which case, such students shall be required to complete deficiency courses from 15-18 credit hours through bridging semester.
    • The minimum eligibility for admission in the fifth semester in this case is 45% cumulative score in the prior qualification i.e., two-year conventional BA/BSc/equivalent degree programs. The concerned university may however set higher eligibility and admission criteria for admission in the fifth semester of BS Education program.
  3. Exiting from BS Education with the Associate Degree
    • Students enrolled in BS Education four year degree program are allowed to exit with Associate Degree in Education provided that they have completed the requirements of the first-four semesters of the BS Education program. Capstone Project and Field experience is not a mandatory requirement for the Associate Degree in Education.

Admission Process

  1. Fill out the admission form.
  2. Pay the application fee of Rs. 5,000.
  3. Appear for the admission test.
  4. Pass the test with a minimum of 60% marks.
  5. Students who pass the test can enroll in the premium educational program.
  6. An acceptance or rejection letter will be issued.
  7. The last date for fee deposit will be clearly indicated on the fee voucher.
  8. Admission will be canceled for students who do not pay the required dues by the deadline.
  9. Admission tests are conducted every Saturday and Wednesday.
  10. Tests will be conducted on computers.
  11. Test results will be announced the next day and communicated to students via WhatsApp and Email.

Program Structure Overview

Summary of Courses and Credit Hours

Program Feature Details
General Education Courses 34 Credit Hours
Major Education Courses 80 Credit Hours
Major: Professional Courses Education (Compulsory/Fixed) 36 Credit Hours (12 Courses)
Major: Class Observation and Practice Practical/Fixed) 02+06= 8 Credit Hours (03 Courses)
Major: Pedagogy Courses (Compulsory/Fixed) 18 Credit Hours (06 Courses)
Major: Specialization Courses (Electives) 18 Credit Hours (06 Courses)
Interdisciplinary / Allied Courses 12 Credit hours (4 courses)
Internship 3 Credit hours
Capstone Project 3 Credit hours
Total Credit Hours 132 Credit hours

Degree Completion Requirements

Program Feature Details
Minimum Duration 4 years
Maximum Duration Maximum: 6 Years (further extendable to another year subject to approval of university’s statutory body)
Semesters 8
Semester Duration
  • 16-18 weeks for regular semesters
  • (1-2 weeks for examination)
  • 8-9 weeks for summer semesters
  • (1 week for examination)
Course Load (per semester)
  • 15-21 credit hours for regular semesters
  • Up-to 8 credit hours for summer semesters (for remedial/deficiency/failure/repetition courses only)
Project Credit Hours 3
Internship Credit Hours 3
Minimum Credit Hours Required 132
Minimum CGPA Required 2.0/4.0

Program Curriculum

Semester 1
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.QRE1001AI-Driven Statistical Data Analysis3QR – I
2.EDU1006Introduction to Environmental Studies3Natural Science
3.ENG1001AI-Powered Functional English3Functional English
4.ICT1001AI Integrated ICT3 (2+1)ICT
5.EDU1101Foundations of Education3Professional Course
6.EDU1102Educational Psychology3Professional Course
Semester Credit Hours18
Semester 2
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.QRE1002Mathematical Problem Solving with AI3QR-II
2.SSC1001Psychology and Human Behavior2Social Sciences
3.ENG1002AI-Assisted English Writing3Expository Writing
4.EDU1103Teaching Profession3Professional Course
5.EDU1104Inclusive Education3Professional Course
6.EDU1105Contemporary Literacies3Professional Course
7.ISL1001Understanding of Holy Quran-I1Holy Quran I
Semester Credit Hours18
Semester 3
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.ANH1001Creative Designing with AI Tools2Arts & Humanities
2.RNE1001Islamic Studies / Ethics2Islamic Studies
3.PAK1001Pakistan: Ideology & Constitution2Pakistan Constitution
4.EDU2101Critical Thinking and Reflective Practices3Professional Course
5.EDU2102Educational Assessment and Evaluation3Professional Course
6.EDU2103Education for Sustainable Development3Professional Course
7.EDU2104Teaching of English3Pedagogy Course
8.ISL1002Understanding of Holy Quran-II1Holy Quran II
Semester Credit Hours19
Semester 4
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.PAK1002Pakistan Studies2Pak Studies
2.CIV1001Civic and Community Engagement2Community Service
3.ETR1001AI-Embedded Entrepreneurship2General Education
4.EDU2105School Management3Professional Course
5.EDU2106Education Policies and Plans of Pakistan3Professional Course
6.EDU2107School Observation2 (0+2)Practical
7.EDU2108Teaching of Urdu3Pedagogy Course
Semester Credit Hours17
Semester 5
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.Choose from ListInterdisciplinary Course-I3Interdisciplinary
2.Choose from ListInterdisciplinary Course-II3Interdisciplinary
3.EDU3101Curriculum Development3Professional Course
4.EDU3102Teaching of Science3Pedagogy Course
5.Area of Specialization Course-I3Area of Specialization
Choose from the respective listMinor 1 (optional)
Semester Credit Hours18
Semester 6
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.Choose from ListInterdisciplinary Course-III3Interdisciplinary
2.EDU3103Research Methods in Education3Professional Course
3.EDU3104Teaching of Mathematics3Pedagogy Course
4.EDU3105Teaching of Social Studies and Islamiat3Pedagogy Course
5.Area of Specialization Course -II3Area of Specialization
Semester Credit Hours15
Semester 7
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.EDU4101Practice Teaching-I3 (0+3)Practical course
2.EDU4102Teaching of Art, Crafts and Calligraphy3Pedagogy Course
3.Area of Specialization Course -III3Area of Specialization
4.Area of Specialization Course -IV3Area of Specialization
5.EDU5401Capstone Project3Capstone Project
Semester Credit Hours15
Semester 8
S.N.Course CodeCourse TitleCredit HoursCategory
1.EDU4103Practice Teaching-II3 (0+3)Practical course
2.Choose from ListInterdisciplinary Course-IV3Interdisciplinary
3.Given at page 10-27Area of Specialization Course -V3Area of Specialization
4.Given at page 10-27Area of Specialization Course -VI3Area of Specialization
5.EDU5402Internship3 (0+3)Internship
Semester Credit Hours15
Program Credit Hours134
Areas of Specializations
The student has to choose any 01-specialization track from this given list of 29 areas of specializations. Once specialization track is chosen, the student shall opt 06 courses (18 Credit Hours) from the selected specialization to fulfill requirement of the four-year degree program in Education.
However Area of Specialization will be offered Subject to Availability of Resources, Faculty, and number of students (Minimum 15 in One Area).
S.N.Specialization
1.Early Childhood Care and Education
2.Educational Research
3.Educational Assessment
4.Educational Policy and Planning
5.Curriculum Studies
6.Educational Leadership and Management
7.Educational Psychology
8.Inclusive Education
9.Quality Assurance in Education
10.Comparative Education
11.Teacher Professional Development
12.Mathematics Education
13.STEM Education
14.Islamic Education
15.Education for Sustainable Development
16.Educational Entrepreneurship
17.Educational Technology
18.Artificial Intelligence in Education
19.Child rights and safety education
20.Guidance and counselling
21.Literacy and non- formal education
22.Online & Distance Education
23.Health and Physical Education
24.Special Education (Intellectual Impairment)
25.Special Education (Visual Impairment)
26.Special Education (Physical Impairment)
27.Special Education (Hearing Impairment)
28.Special Education (Learning disabilities)
29.Special Education (Autism Spectrum Disorders)

Student Success Stories

From classroom simulations to curriculum design, I learned to think like an educator. AI integration took my teaching strategies to a whole new level.
Rabia Nawaz
University of South Asia helped me master both creative lesson planning and AI-powered teaching tools. Now I use adaptive learning technologies daily in real classroom settings.
Yousaf Khurshid
The program’s blend of inclusive education and technology gave me a strong foundation. I now design student-centered learning environments with AI-aided educational analysis.
Zara Malik

FAQs

Graduates can work as teachers, curriculum developers, education consultants, training coordinators, or in educational technology roles. Opportunities also exist in policy development, non-profits, and corporate training environments.

AI tools are used to support personalized learning, classroom management, and educational data analysis. Students learn how to use educational technology platforms, AI-driven assessment tools, and adaptive learning systems to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

No, the program includes hands-on training with user-friendly platforms. Students can effectively apply AI tools in educational settings without needing any coding experience.

Yes, graduates can pursue postgraduate degrees in education, educational leadership, special education, or instructional design. There are also options for certifications in educational technology, curriculum development, or educational policy.

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