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Introduction

The Department is hosting an outstanding teaching and research environment. Research work undertaken at the department focuses on, renewable energy, hydrogen energy, environment, nanotechnology, materials science, computational material science. A major emphasis of current research activities are on promotion in renewable energy and related areas in which the Department have led to innovations. The faculty is actively involved in theoretical, experimental and computational research, and undergraduate students are an integral part of our research programme. The Department is currently offering PhD program in various research fields, renewable energy, nanomaterials, computational material science. The Department has developed all the courses for PhD level in accordance with the guideline provided by the higher education commission (HEC).

Eligibility Criteria

The minimum entry requirement for admission to PhD program shall be MS/MPhil/MSc (Hons) OR equivalent degree with CGPA 3.0 out of 4.0 in semester system or 1st division in the annual system (60% marks) as per HEC rules.

Selection Process

Departmental Test (Subject Based mcqs + Descriptive Questions) and Interview

Duration

Maximum 5 Years

Medium of Instruction

English

Teaching Methodology

Face to Face

AIOU Credits Required

42 Credit hours

1. Advanced Mathematical Physics-9701
2. Experimental Techniques in Physics-9702
3. Renewable Energy Sources-9706

Three courses will be offered depending on the needs and availability of the experts

1. Advanced Semiconductor Physics-9703
2. Statistical Physics-9704
3. Environmental Physics-9705
4. Hydrogen Energy Technology-9707
5. Energy Audit And Thermal Energy Conservation-9708
6. Energy Resources and Technologies-9709

Thesis-9700

Thesis-9700

Thesis-9700

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Thesis

Compulsory

Viva

Compulsory

Collaborations

NCP, UOB, PU, PIAES, NILOP, FU, QU, GCU, GCW, BUITIMS, BKWU, BUZ, IUB, PU, UM, ICHT and all R & D Organizations.

About

The Allama Iqbal Open University was established in May, 1974, with the main objectives of providing educational opportunities to masses and to those who cannot leave their homes and jobs. During all these past years, the University has more than fulfilled this promise.