ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Higher Education Commission (HEC) on Sunday
announced that students should refrain from applying for admission in two-year
BA / BSc and MA / MSc programs as they not allowed. Commission.
According to an official notice issued by the Commission in
this regard, students have been warned not to waste their time and money by
enrolling in unauthorized study programs, such as two-year BA programs / B.Sc.
or M.A. A / MSc.”
According to the HEC, these programs have been "phased
out" due to standard concerns.
"One or two colleges have announced enrollment in
unauthorized BA / B.Sc and MA / MSc programs. While it will generate revenue
for the university, it will not benefit the students. These rejected degree
students. Will not be allowed to apply for a job or higher education.
The HEC added that in 2004 it was decided to set up BA / BSc
and MA / MSc programs and replace them with a four-year comprehensive
baccalaureate. However, universities were temporarily allowed to continue with
both systems. Duration, the statement added.
"In 2011, the Associate Degree (AD) was announced as an
alternative to the BA / BSc degree. AD is equivalent to 14 years of education
and graduates are eligible for the fifth of the relevant bachelor programs
Allows admission to semester
In 2016, the transition period came to an end and a final
decision was made to terminate admission to BA / BSc programs on December 31,
2020 and MA / MSc programs on December 31, 2020.
"It was also decided that the final examination of BA /
BSc would be held in 2020 and the final group of MA / MSc students would be
admitted before December 31, 2020. These decisions were confirmed in 2017 and
then Read in the press release, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
The HEC added that due to the disruption caused by the Corona
virus lockdown, some relaxation has been given.
"Universities have been given a three-month grace period
to complete the final BA / BSc examinations. All examinations completed before
March 31, 2021 should be considered for the 2020 examinations," the
statement said. Will. "
Similarly, the last date for admission in the final course of
Masters / Masters programs has been extended to March 31, 2021, so that
undergraduate/graduate students can apply for the final course of admission.
In addition, BA / BSc holders can apply for admission to the
third year or fifth semester of the BS program, subject to completion of the
interim semester or any additional course requirements. Can impose”
"Any student who does not meet the deadline for
admission to the Masters / Masters programs can apply for admission in the
third year (ie fifth semester) of the Bachelor's program, which is a good
option.”
The commission added that new students could be admitted
directly to the four-year bachelor's program or the two-year associate degree
program, offered by reputable campuses, constituencies and affiliated
universities, instead of pursuing a diploma. for. Bachelor / License
In the event of enrollment in illegal and terminated
programs, students will bear all associated risks and costs or losses.
"HEC cannot recognize diplomas of students registered in
traditional BA / BSc programs after December 31, 2018. Similarly, the last date
for admission in traditional MA / MSc programs is March 31, 2021."
Indicates a press release.
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