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Pakistan Study Centre

Pakistan Study Centre

The Pakistan Study Centre was established under an Act of Parliament passed in 1976 and began functioning in 1983. It has since developed into a prestigious institute of higher learning and research, conducting courses at Master's, M.Phil. and Ph.D. levels alongside original in-house and contractual research that has received wide acclaim both nationally and internationally.

  • Masters, M.Phil. & Ph.D. Programs
  • Multi-Disciplinary Curriculum
  • Pakistan Perspectives Research Journal
  • National & International Conferences

About the Centre

  • In-Charge: Dr. Erum Muzaffar
  • Established: 1976 (Act of Parliament); functioning since 1983
  • Part of the University of Karachi

Programs

  • The Centre's Master's programme is based on a multi-disciplinary course that prepares students to compete in the civil service examination and pursue careers in teaching.

Research & Career Outcomes

  • 01Pakistan Perspectives — regarded as one of the most prestigious social science journals published in Pakistan.
  • 02Regular in-house seminars and symposia.
  • 03International and national conferences.
  • 04Graduates are well prepared for civil service examinations and teaching careers.

Contact

  • In-Charge: Dr. Erum Muzaffar
  • Pakistan Study Centre, University of Karachi
  • General enquiries: Contact the University

Support for Researchers

Guidance and facilities for faculty and postgraduate researchers.

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Masters & Ph.D. Programs

The Centre offers postgraduate and research degree programs in Pakistan Studies.

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Other Research Institutes

Explore the University's full network of 20 research institutes and centers.

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