UndergraduateFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

BS International Relations

This program is built for the AI era, where global professionals must use AI, research, diplomacy, communication, data, and geopolitical understanding to analyze world affairs. As AI reshapes politics, trade, security, media, and…

Overview


This program is built for the AI era, where global professionals must use AI, research, diplomacy, communication, data, and geopolitical understanding to analyze world affairs. As AI reshapes politics, trade, security, media, and global decision-making, students who understand international relations can study countries, policies, conflicts, markets, and global opportunities. From the first semester, students learn Applied AI and Prompt Engineering, Content Writing, Visual Content Creation, Digital Marketing, and No-Code Web and Mobile App Development using GitHub Copilot. This means students do not wait until graduation to become useful. After the first semester, they can work on online platforms, write research briefs, create global affairs content, design visuals, support YouTube channels, build websites, and manage digital campaigns. Every social sciences degree also prepares students for an entrepreneurial journey by helping them understand societies, institutions, policy, markets, communication, and global opportunities. This is not just an International Relations degree. It is a university-supported pathway to become a future-ready global analyst, communicator, policy thinker, and international opportunity builder. Program Introduction FAQs

Courses by Semester


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Semester 1
Subject Course Type
Writing & Reading for Impact General Education
Creative Designing with AI Tools General Education
AI Integrated ICT General Education
AI Powered Functional English General Education
AI Embedded Entrepreneurship General Education
Introduction to International Relations Major/Core
Semester 2
Subject Course Type
Optimizing Health & Nutrition with AI General Education
Data Analysis for Informed Decision-Making General Education
Islamic Studies / Ethics and AI Morality General Education
Understanding Human Psychology With AI General Education
Geo-Political Structure of the World Major/Core
International Relations: 1648-1945 Major/Core
Semester 3
Subject Course Type
Mathematical Problem Solving with AI General Education
Civic and Community Engagement General Education
Fehm-e-Quran I General Education
Pakistan: Ideology & Constitution General Education
Regional and International Organizations Major/Core
Theories of International Relations Major/Core
International Relations Since 1945 Major/Core
Semester 4
Subject Course Type
Fehm-e-Quran II General Education
Pakistan Studies General Education
International Law Major/Core
Globalization and International Relations Major/Core
Foreign Policy Analysis Major/Core
Foreign Policy of Pakistan Major/Core
Technology & Society Interdisciplinary/Allied
Semester 5
Subject Course Type
Diplomacy Major/Core
International Political Economy Major/Core
Global Politics of Environment Major/Core
Conflict Management & Resolution Major/Core
Introduction to Political Science Interdisciplinary/Allied
Academic Writing & Research Methods General Education / NCRC Recommended
Semester 6
Subject Course Type
Foreign Policies of Major Powers Major/Core
Defense and Strategic Studies Major/Core
Regional Connectivity Major/Core
Nuclear Studies Major/Core
Public Policy & Governance Interdisciplinary/Allied
Artificial Intelligence in Global Politics Specialization/Elective
Semester 7
Subject Course Type
Arms Control, Disarmament and Non-proliferation Major/Core
Cyber Diplomacy and International Norms Specialization/Elective
Governance of Technology and Artificial Intelligence Specialization/Elective
Strategic Communication in Diplomacy Specialization/Elective
Sustainable Development Interdisciplinary/Allied
Internship Internship / Field Experience
Semester 8
Subject Course Type
Economic Statecraft and Trade Negotiations Specialization/Elective
Climate Diplomacy and Global Sustainability Effort Specialization/Elective
Cybersecurity in International Relations Specialization/Elective
Capstone Project Capstone Project
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Fees & Scholarship


Tuition / semesterRs 200,000
Admission and Registration FeeRs 30,000 (one-time)

The Admission and Registration Fee is a one-time charge and becomes payable only after you receive your provisional admission offer. Nothing is payable to submit an application.

Scholarship & Study Loan

  • Work-Based Scholarship available
  • Study Loan available

Work-Based Scholarship (WBS): work 10 hours/week online for 40% off (payable Rs 120,000/sem) or 5 hours/week for 20% off. Earned by working — not by marks.

Study Loan: an additional 40% study loan brings the payable amount to ~Rs 72,000/semester. Repaid after the student starts earning, in 6 instalments under a signed undertaking.

How the Scholarship Works

Admission Requirements


Eligibility and Admission FAQs

2.1. Duration, Credit Hours, and Program Structure

The Bachelor of Science in International Relations is a 4-year program spread over 8 regular semesters with 133 credit hours in the University model roadmap. Its structure includes 37 credit hours of General Education, 57 credit hours of Major/Core International Relations courses, 12 credit hours of Interdisciplinary/Allied courses, 21 credit hours of Specialization/Elective courses selected from high-value IR areas, 3 credit hours of Internship/Field Experience, and 3 credit hours of Capstone Project.

Duration and Structure FAQs

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Career Opportunities


Research briefs and policy content

Global affairs YouTube script support

Visual explainers for current affairs

NGO and development-sector roles

Policy research and media analysis

Global opportunity-focused ventures

Frequently Asked Questions


Why is BS International Relations important in the AI era?

Global affairs are now shaped by AI, data, media, cyber power, climate, trade, and security shifts. Students who can combine IR knowledge with responsible digital tools can analyze world events more clearly and prepare professional policy and communication outputs.

What will students learn in the early stage?

Students begin with writing, ICT, functional English, entrepreneurship, data awareness, psychology, geopolitics, IR history, and core global affairs concepts.

Can students build a portfolio during the degree?

Yes. Students can develop research briefs, visual explainers, policy summaries, global affairs content, debate material, and advocacy communication under guidance.

How is this different from a traditional IR degree?

It combines IR theory and history with AI-supported research, data interpretation, digital communication, visual content, policy writing, internship, and capstone work.

What can students start doing after the first semester?

Students can start building guided outputs such as research notes, global affairs explainers, policy summaries, short scripts, visual content, and digital communication material.

Is freelancing or portfolio-building possible?

Yes, students may explore safe beginner portfolio work in writing, visuals, research summaries, content support, and communication services, without any guarantee of income or clients.

What roles can graduates pursue?

Graduates may pursue pathways in policy research, public affairs, NGOs, international organizations, media analysis, diplomacy support, development work, and global communication.

What makes this program future-ready?

It connects international relations with AI tools, digital research, data interpretation, strategic communication, policy writing, and real-world global issues.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants with 12 years of education through HSSC, A-Level, or an IBCC-recognized equivalent qualification in any group may apply.

Is any specific subject group required?

No specific subject group is stated in the program information file. Students from any group may apply subject to University policy and official verification.

Is an entry test or interview required?

No entry test or interview is mentioned in the program information file for this program. Admission remains subject to University policy and official admission-system confirmation.

Can awaiting-result students apply?

Awaiting-result students may apply provisionally according to University admission rules. Final admission depends on submission and verification of final result and completion of admission requirements.

Is equivalence required for O/A Level or foreign qualifications?

Yes. O/A Level, foreign board, or foreign qualifications require the relevant equivalence document before final confirmation.

Can students transfer credits?

Credit transfer may be considered according to University rules, course matching, seat availability, and academic evaluation.

What is the total duration of the program?

The normal duration is 4 years spread over 8 regular semesters.

How many credit hours are required?

The University model roadmap carries 133 credit hours.

How are the credit hours divided?

The structure includes 37 credit hours of General Education, 57 credit hours of Major/Core, 12 credit hours of Interdisciplinary/Allied, 21 credit hours of Specialization/Electives, 3 credit hours of Internship, and 3 credit hours of Capstone Project.

Does the program include practical work?

Yes. It includes an internship and a capstone project to help students connect classroom learning with professional and research-based outputs.

What kinds of courses will students study?

Students study IR foundations, history, theory, law, diplomacy, foreign policy, political economy, environment, conflict, security, technology, cyber diplomacy, climate diplomacy, and policy research.

What is the semester fee for Bachelor of Science in International Relations?

The current semester fee for Bachelor of Science in International Relations is PKR 100,000 per semester under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences fee category, subject to official admission system confirmation and University policy.

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