Phd Education

Duration
Classes Schedule
Faculty

3 - 8 years

Weekend-Based | Saturday & Sunday

Faculty of Social Sciences

Program Overview

The PhD Education program is designed for experienced educators, researchers, school leaders, and education professionals who aspire to advance the quality of education through research, innovation, and academic leadership. The program develops advanced knowledge and research competencies in curriculum development, educational leadership, teaching and learning, assessment, educational technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and educational policy. Through rigorous coursework and original research, scholars are prepared to address contemporary educational challenges, influence educational policy, and contribute to the advancement of schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions in Pakistan and beyond.

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Key Features

  • Advanced Research Skills: Master educational research and AI-supported methodologies.
  • Diverse Specializations: Study Educational Leadership, Curriculum, Assessment, STEM Education, and more.
  • AI & Digital Learning: Apply AI and modern digital tools in education.
  • Pakistan-Focused Education: Address national educational challenges through research.
  • Ethical & Islamic Values: Promote ethical leadership and Islamic values in education.

Why This Program?

Scholarly Excellence

Develop advanced academic knowledge through rigorous research and innovative educational practices.

Strategic Leadership

Develop leadership skills to improve educational institutions, policies, and academic practices.

Innovative Research

Conduct meaningful research to address educational challenges, policies, and emerging trends.

Systemic Transformation

Drive positive change by improving teaching, learning, curriculum, and institutional performance.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Department of Education would be capable of:

  • Teaching and conducting higher education research at universities, colleges, and other academic institutions.
  • Managing education development projects with local and international NGOs, foundations, and organizations such as UNICEF and USAID.
  • Developing digital learning tools for EdTech platforms, including online lessons, educational apps, and video courses.
  • Designing school curricula and assessment systems, including textbooks, learning frameworks, and standardized examinations.
  • Leading public and private educational institutions as school principals, campus coordinators, directors, and master trainers.
  • Contributing to public-sector education policy as District Education Officers, Subject Specialists, and other education professionals.
  • Evaluating educational programs and outcomes using research-based data, statistics, and tools such as SPSS and NVivo.

Program Aims & Objectives

The PhD Education program aims to prepare visionary educational leaders, researchers, and policymakers who can drive innovation and contribute to the continuous improvement of the education sector.

Advanced Research

To equip doctoral scholars with advanced research skills and methodologies to investigate and address complex educational challenges.

Visionary Leadership

To develop strategic leadership, policymaking, and administrative skills for leading and transforming educational institutions.

Curriculum Innovation

To prepare scholars to design, implement, and evaluate innovative, technology-enhanced curricula and instructional practices.

Distribution of Courses:

Following are the distribution of total credit hours:

  • Categories

  • Credit Hrs.

  • No. of Courses

  • Core Courses

  • 18

  • 6

  • Thesis

  • 36

  • --

  • Holy Quran

  • 2

  • 2

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Applicants must hold an MPhil/MS in Education (or an equivalent 18-year education degree) from an HEC-recognized institution, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00 (in the semester system) or a First Division (in the annual system).