Asian Studies

The academic field of Southeast Asian studies (SEAS) involves research-focused education about language together with cultural and historical aspects of Southeast Asian states and ethnic populations. Institutional programs identify SEAS as ASEAN Studies because their research field consists primarily of Association of Southeast Asian Nations member states. Different scholarly definitions of Southeast Asia result in uncertainty about which areas should be included within this geographical region thus creating overlap with Oriental studies and post-colonial studies. Through anthropology and religious studies and linguistics and international relations Southeast Asian studies research operates. Students can enroll in the two years MPhil degree program .The program exists to create extensive knowledge of Pakistan Studies as an academic field. The program works toward developing skills needed for advanced teaching and producing exceptional research about major Pakistani subjects and broader South Asian matters. Different projects along with policy papers of great significance have been completed by both students and faculty members of the Institute. The MPhil admission procedures get their approval through the Advanced Studies and Research Board (AS & RB). Students pursuing a PhD in Asian Studies at Pakistani institutions can explore the multifaceted histories and cultural heritage along with societies in the whole Asian continent. Asian studies integrates numerous disciplines from archaeology to history to political science and language studies thus delivering multiple perspectives to interpret Asian cultures.

Core Courses

  • CIV-604 Comparative Study of South Asian Religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and Islam
  • CIV-603 Archaeology of South Asia
  • CIV-601 Research Methodology
  • CIV-602 The Urbanisation in South Asia

Eligibility Criteria

  • A Master’s or 16 years of education in Asian Studies, International Relations, History, Political Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2.5 to 3.0 CGPA (semester system) or second division (annual system).
  • Must pass a university entry test and/or interview as part of the admission process.

Scope

Graduates of Pakistan’s M.Phil  Asian Studies program have the chance to build their career in academic fields and research work and diplomatic positions and policy evaluation professions and cultural organization management fields. Academic backgrounds in M. Phil  Asian Studies allow graduates to work in three major sectors. They can join think tanks or international NGOs and government institutions or they can teach or achieve a doctorate degree. Individuals who study this degree pursue their interest in regional politics along with Asian history together with language acquisition and socio-economic development of the region.

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