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 |
| Roadmap FAQs |
Fees & Scholarship
| Tuition / semester | Rs 200,000 |
| Admission and Registration Fee | Rs 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.
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
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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