VU Student Hand Book - Virtual University of Pakistan Student Handbook

VU Student Hand Book - Virtual University of Pakistan Student Handbook

Profile of a Successful Virtual University Student

Successful Virtual University students:

take responsibility for their own learning
are self motivated and self-disciplined
understand that “online” is a far more convenient way to learn
are comfortable and confident with written communications
are willing to be members of an online community
are open minded about sharing life, work, and educational experiences as part of the learning process
are always willing and open to acquiring new skills
are willing to "speak up" if problems arise
think ideas through thoroughly, before sharing them with others
actively and appropriately participate in class discussions
complete and turn in assignments on time
use time and resources efficiently and stay focused on the task at hand
approach each day with a positive attitude
treat others with respect and courtesy, even online
accept others and their points of view
maintain healthy professional relationships among their peers
cooperate and work well with others, especially in cyber-space
believe in collaboration and healthy competition
demonstrate good character in helping and encouraging others
use polite and acceptable language when communicating
are expected to demonstrate the highest levels of honesty and integrity
build mutually supportive relationships that assist them in pursuing their goals and dreams
become life-long learners
find valuable lessons from everything they experience
are willing to commit the required amount of time to their studies
are critical thinkers and reflective practitioners
believe that high-quality learning can happen anywhere, anytime
are active, creative and engaged in the learning process.

Important Note

In the Internet age, it is critically important to understand that any information that you send electronically or place on a remote web-site (or even on a computer at a public place) may be accessed by other individuals regardless of whether you allow them to do so or not. In this context, please keep the following guidelines in mind all the time:

You should never share your password with anyone. Doing so may divulge your personal information that you may not have wanted to share
Your login ID and password are also the custodians of your academic efforts. Allowing access to your work may enable an unscrupulous individual to copy your work and claim it as his/her own. The University has a zero-tolerance policy on copying and plagiarism and all participants in such activity will get a zero grade as a minimum
You will be personally held responsible for all actions performed through your e-mail or LMS accounts, since both of these are password protected and only you are supposed to know your password.

How to Study at VU

Resources

All resources mentioned below may be accessed from the Virtual University homepage http://www.vu.edu.pk under “Quick Links”
VU Lecture Videos (YouTube)
You can view all VU lecture videos on YouTube directly or at http://OnlineVUlectures.blogspot.com/ .

HEC Digital Library
The HEC digital library has a host of journals, articles and publications that can assist you in learning.

VU Content Library
The VU Content Library provides access to lecture handouts of all VU courses.

MIT Open Courseware
The MIT Open Courseware is an extremely valuable repository of learning resources provided by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) USA.

Facilities

Campus Career Portal

VU has a Career Development Office for the placement of its graduates. This is done through the campus career portal which is powered by Rozee.pk under a National ICT R&D Fund, initiative of the Ministry of Information Technology. Access it by clicking on the Campus Career Portal link on VU homepage under “Quick Links”.

On-line Bookshop

You may place orders for lecture handouts & DVDs through the Bookshop link on the VU homepage.

Virtual Campuses

The university has established campuses across the length and breadth of Pakistan to facilitate its students. The complete list of campuses can be accessed from the VU homepage.

Broadcast Lecture Schedule

VU broadcasts video lectures through its four TV channels (VTV1, VTV2, VTV3, and VTV4). To help manage your time and streamline learning activities, the lecture schedule is provided to you through the “Lecture Schedule” button in the LMS.

DSL Broadband Internet Connectivity

DSL Broadband Internet Connectivity is available at subsidised rates to VU students.

VU Email

VU provides students with their own individual email accounts for which the required username and password are provided by the University in the admission letter. VU email (powered by Google) can be accessed athttp://gmail.vu.edu.pk/

Campus-based/home-based Study Option

Students have the option to study at a campus or from home.

VU-CPL (Computer Proficiency License)

Basic Computer and Internet skills are the need of the day and are especially crucial for pursuing any course of study at VU effectively. The Virtual University has developed a complete set of interactive modules for this purpose, collectively known as VU-CPL. These audio/video modules, which are based on a self-learning paradigm, do not require a teacher for acquiring these skills. VU-CPL is available as a two DVD set from the VU Bookshop.

Scholarships

From time to time various scholarships are provided to VU students. Keep visiting/checking the Scholarships link on the VU homepage.

Cable Operators

A list of cable operators, who carry some or all of the VU TV channels, is available from the VU homepage.

Examinations Department

Rechecking of Papers

Rules:

A student may request for paper rechecking within three weeks from the publication of the result on payment of the prescribed fee (per paper).

Late requests will not be considered.

Re-checking of answer material will be done to ensure that:
i. No portion of the answer material has been left un- marked
ii. There is no mistake in the grand total

Re-assessment of answer material shall not be permissible in any case

If the marks are increased as a result of rechecking, the Rechecking Fee will be refunded.

The decision of the University shall be final.

The University requires 8-10 working days to recheck the requested paper(s); your paper(s) will be available for download as soon as your request is processed.

Procedure:

In order to request for paper rechecking, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Rechecking of Papers link
A form with the list of your courses having a checkbox in front of each will be displayed
Click the check box(es) against the course(s) that you want rechecked
Click the Submit Request button
Your request will be generated on the form
Click on the Print Voucher link
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) in your request, close the voucher window, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain the stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link
You will be able to download your rechecked paper (s) after 8-10 working days provided VU-Accounts Department has confirmed the receipt of payments.

Issuance of Transcripts

Transcript of Record

Rules:

Transcript of Record is issued to a student subject to successful completion of all prescribed requirements of the study program and clearance of all outstanding dues.

The first copy of the Transcript of Record is issued to the student free of cost within four weeks of the announcement of the result. No application is required.

Procedure:

No procedure is required.

Partial Transcript

Rules:

A student may request for the issuance of Partial Transcript any time after the completion of at least one semester.
A Partial Transcript will be issued on payment of the prescribed fee per copy.
The University requires 8-10 working days to issue Partial Transcript(s) after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to request for Partial Transcript, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Partial Transcript link
A form showing the mailing address as per your LMS profile and a textbox for specifying the number of copies required, will be displayed

(Note: If necessary, update your mailing address in the LMS profile and start again)

Enter the number of copies required
Click the Submit Request button
Your request will be generated on the form
Click on the Print Voucher link
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) in your request, close the voucher window, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain the stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link.

Additional Copies of Transcript of Record

Rules:

Additional copies may be obtained on payment of the prescribed fee (per copy) for which the University requires 8-10 working days after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to obtain additional copies of the Final Transcript, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Final Transcript link
A form showing the mailing address as per your LMS profile and a textbox for specifying the number of copies required, will be displayed
(Note: If necessary, update your mailing address in the LMS profile and start again)
Enter the number of copies required
Click the Submit Request button
Your request will be generated on the form
Click on the Print Voucher link
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window
(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) in your request, close the voucher window, click theWithdraw Request link on the form and start again)
Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain a stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of the voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link.

Issuance of Degrees

Degrees

Rules:

Degrees become due on the prescribed convocation date applicable to the graduating batch of students.
Students are entitled to obtain degrees free of charge, on or after the applicable convocation date.

Procedure:

In order to obtain a Degree after the applicable convocation date, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Degree link
A form with a list of VU Campuses having a radio button in front of each, will be displayed
Select the VU Campus where you wish to receive your degree by selecting one of the radio buttons
From the given drop down list, select “Regular Degree”
Indicate who will receive the degree i.e. yourself or your nominee by selecting one of the radio buttons
Enter your own CNIC No (In case of nominee, you are also required to enter the nominee’s name and CNIC No)
Now, click the Submit Request button
The system will process your request, and will show the information on the form

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s), click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

The original CNIC of the person (you or your nominee) must be provided at the time of receiving the degree from the designated VU Campus.

Urgent Degrees

Rules:

A student may request for the issuance of Urgent Degree before the applicable convocation date.

The Urgent Degree can be obtained on payment of the prescribed fee.

The University requires 8-10 working days to issue a Degree after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to obtain a Degree after the applicable convocation date, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Degree link
A form with a list of VU Campuses having a radio button in front of each, will be displayed
Select the VU Campus where you want to receive your degree by selecting one of the radio buttons
From the given drop down list, select “Urgent Degree”
Indicate who will receive the degree i.e. yourself or your nominee by selecting one of the radio buttons
Enter your own CNIC No (In case of nominee, you are also required to enter the nominee’s name and CNIC No)
Now, click the Submit Request button
The system will process your request, and will show the information on the form
Click on the Print Voucher link to open the fee voucher (in case of Urgent and Duplicate Degree)
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) in your request, close the voucher window, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain a stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of the voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link.

The original CNIC of the person (you or your nominee) must be provided at the time of receiving the degree from the designated VU Campus.

Duplicate Degrees
Rules:

A duplicate degree may be issued to a student who has lost the degree and is desirous to have its duplicate.

A student may request for the issuance of Duplicate Degree.

The Duplicate Degree can be obtained on the payment of prescribed fee.

The University requires 8-10 working days to issue a Degree after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to obtain a Degree after the applicable convocation date, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Apply for Degree link
A form with a list of VU Campuses having a radio button in front of each, will be displayed
Select the VU Campus where you want to receive your degree by selecting one of the radio buttons
From the given drop down list, select “Duplicate Degree”
Indicate who will receive the degree i.e. yourself or your nominee by selecting one of the radio buttons
Enter your own CNIC No (In case of nominee, you are also required to enter the nominee’s name and CNIC No)
Now, click the Submit Request button
The system will process your request, and will show the information on the form
Click on the Print Voucher link to open the fee voucher (in case of Urgent and Duplicate Degree)
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) in your request, close the voucher window, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain a stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of the voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link.

The original CNIC of the person (you or your nominee) must be provided at the time of receiving the degree from the designated VU Campus.

Issuance of Certificates

Professional Certificate

Rules:

A Professional Certificate is issued to a student subject to successful completion of all prescribed requirements of the course and clearance of all outstanding dues.
The first copy of Professional Certificate is issued to a student free of cost within four weeks of the announcement of the result. No application is required.

Procedure:

No procedure is required.

Date Sheet

Rules:

1. The Date Sheet interface shall remain available to a student for eight consecutive days.
2. A student must make his/her date sheet within the given time span.
3. If a student fails to make his/her date sheet s/he will have a grace period of
5 – 6 days after the regular span to make his/her date sheet on payment of the prescribed late fee.
4. If a student fails to avail the facility provided in rule 2 and 3, s/he will not be able to sit in the Examination.
5. Date Sheet once confirmed by the candidate shall not be changed in any circumstances.

Code of Conduct

Entry in the Examination Hall

Rules:

1. For every paper, a candidate must bring his/her VU Id Card and “Exam Entrance Slip”.
2. A candidate shall report at the Exam Center 15 minutes before starting of his/her paper.
3. Doors of the examination hall shall be closed 15 minutes after the scheduled starting time and no late entrants shall be allowed.
4. Exam sessions will conclude at the scheduled completion time and no extra time shall be given to a student who arrives late as permissible under rule 3.

Note: A candidate shall be held responsible for any loss of paper time for not having the documents mentioned in rule 1.

Smoking

Rules:

1. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the Examination Hall.

Rough Sheets

Rules:

1. Rough Sheets will be provided by Exam Superintendent. Candidate shall return the rough sheets to the Exam Superintendent after completion of their respective papers.

Leaving Exam Center after completion of the paper

Rules:

1. A candidate must leave the exam center immediately after finishing his/her paper.

Appointment of Amanuensis/Writer

Rules:
1. A writer is allowed in case of:

i. A blind candidate.
ii. A candidate who is permanently or temporarily disabled from Typing/writing.
iii. A candidate must request for the permission of writer by emailing at conduct@vu.edu.pk from his/her VU email before the commencement of exam.
iv. A medical certificate shall be provided that the candidate is disabled permanently or temporarily and that s/he is not able to write with his/her own hand.
v. The writer must be matriculate or below.
vi. The Candidate is responsible for arrangement of writer.
vii. No remuneration shall be paid to the writer by the University.
viii. Exam of such student shall be conducted at a separate place so that other students could not be disturbed during exam.
ix. A separate invigilator will be appointed by the University for the purpose, if required.

Personal Belongings
Rules:

1. The following items are strictly prohibited for the Examination Hall:
    i. Mobile phone
    ii. Data storage devices (CDs, DVDs, External HDDs, USB drives etc)
    iii. Bluetooth hands free
    iv. Wireless phone
    v. walky-talky
    vi. Any kind of electric data carrier
    vii. Any kind of helping material

Note: Violation of this rule shall result in immediate cancellation of the paper.

Directorate of Finance

Schedule of Other Charges

	Local Students	Overseas Students
	Amount (Rs.)	US$
Partial transcript fee	200.00
Duplicate transcript fee	300.00
Duplicate ID card fee	200.00
Paper rechecking fee (per paper)	300.00
Urgent Degree issuance fee	1,500.00
Re admission fee	1,000.00	$ 50
Date sheet Late Fee	500.00	$ 6.0
Migration certificate:
BS	300.00
Masters	600.00
Study program change / discipline change:
Bachelors programs	2,000.00	$ 50
Masters programs	3,000.00	$ 50
Admission processing fee
On-line applications:
Application form:	Free
Processing fee:	200.00
Campus applications:
Application form:	150.00
Processing fee:	50.00

Note: A one-time admission processing fee is charged from local students and is included in the first fee voucher which is to be deposited at admission application time.

Registrar Office

Semester Freeze

Rules:

A student may request for semester freeze/discontinuation of studies before final term examinations with proper justification.
During freeze/discontinuation period, the student is not allowed to attend classes or use computer labs at Virtual Campuses.
University dues submitted by the student shall be charged up to the end of the month in which the discontinuation application is received.
A discontinued semester may be resumed in the same semester by sending a request via email tosemesterfreeze@vu.edu.pk subject to the following:
i. If the semester was discontinued before the midterm examinations, such request must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the midterm examinations.
ii. If the semester was discontinued after the midterm examinations but before the final term examinations, such request must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the final term examinations.
Studies discontinued by requesting a semester freeze may be resumed in any subsequent semester; however the resumption must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the midterm examinations of that semester.

Procedure:

In order to request for Semester Freeze, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Semester Freeze link
A form showing the Semester Freeze history, if any, will be displayed
Enter the reason for Semester Freeze
Click the Submit Request button and confirm.

(Note: You may continue your studies in any subsequent semester by clicking on Semester Unfreeze link under Student Services in your LMS account. To resume studies during the current semester, please see rule 4 above).

Semester Unfreeze

Rules:

A discontinued semester may be resumed in the same semester by sending a request via email tosemesterfreeze@vu.edu.pk subject to the following:
i. If the semester was discontinued before the midterm examinations, such request must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the midterm examinations.
ii. If the semester was discontinued after the midterm examinations but before the final term examinations, such request must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the final term examinations.
Studies discontinued by requesting a semester freeze may be resumed in any subsequent semester; however the resumption must be made before the closing date of the date sheet interface for the midterm examinations of that semester.

Procedure:

In order to request for Semester Unfreeze, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button.
Click on the Semester Unfreeze link
A form showing the Semester Unfreeze history, if any, will be displayed.
Enter the reason for Semester Unfreeze.
Click the Submit Request button.

(Note: The Semester Unfreeze link will become available after the final term examinations of the previous semester and will remain available up to the closing date of the date sheet interface for the midterm examinations of the new semester).

Campus Change Request

Rules:

A student may request for the Campus Change up to a maximum of once per month with proper reasons.
The University requires a minimum of 3 working days to process the request after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to request for Campus Change, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Campus Change Request link
A form showing three options (Campus, At Home and Overseas) will be displayed
Select your desired option
In case of Campus

o Select the New Campus
o Enter the reason for the change

In Case of At Home

o Select the Campus where you would like to appear for your examinations
o Enter the reason for the change

In case of Overseas

o Select the Country
o Select your status as campus based or home based (only available options will be displayed)
* In case of Campus, select the Campus from drop down list.
o Enter the following information
* City
* Address
* Phone No
* Ticket No
* Traveling Date
* Reason for change

Click the Submit Request button.

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s)/withdraw your request, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Re-Admission Request

Rules:

A student who has withdrawn may request for re-admission on payment of the prescribed fee.
The following students cannot apply for Re-Admission:

Students,

whose Security Fee has been refunded;
enrolled in BS 4-Year Program but awarded 2-Year Bachelors Degree; such students must apply for continuation of studies;
enrolled in Certificate Courses;
enrolled in Zero Semester.

The University requires 8-10 working days to process the request after completion of the laid down procedure.

Procedure:

In order to request for Re-Admission, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Re-Admission Request link
Carefully select current or next Semester from Enrollment Semester drop down list
Click the Submit Request button
Click on the Print Voucher link
The voucher will be displayed in a separate window

(Note: In case you want to make any change(s) /withdraw your request, close the voucher window, click the Withdraw Request link on the form and start again)

Print the voucher
Deposit the fee in the bank mentioned on the voucher
Make sure to obtain a stamped copy of the paid voucher
Scan and upload the paid copy of voucher using the Upload Paid Voucher link.

Course Selection

Course Selection

B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:
i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to F grade course(s) and the improvement of D grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

(Note: You may want to consult your scheme of studies under the Student Services section in your LMS account, in case of any confusion).

RECOMMENDATION: Full Time Regular Students Are Urged To Follow Their Prescribed Scheme Of Studies.

Course Selection

BA (Mass Communication)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

(Note: You may want to consult your scheme of studies under the Student Services section in your LMS account, in case of any confusion).
RECOMMENDATION: Full Time Regular Students Are Urged To Follow Their Prescribed Scheme Of Studies.

Course Selection

BA (Psychology)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:
i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a ‘D’ grade course only once.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to ‘F’ grade course(s) and the improvement of ‘D’ grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

Course Selection

Bachelor of Arts (with a combination of any two groups)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Rules for Group Selection:

Students shall select any two groups comprising four courses each when group selection is offered as per their scheme of studies.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

Course Selection

BA (Business Administration)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:
From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).
(Note: You may want to consult your scheme of studies under the Student Services section in your LMS account, in case of any confusion).
RECOMMENDATION: Full Time Regular Students Are Urged To Follow Their Prescribed Scheme Of Studies.

Course Selection

B.Sc. (Computer Science)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the fourth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 27 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

Course Selection

BS (Accounting and Finance)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third and subsequent semesters up to the seventh semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the eighth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 30 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Rules for Internships and Final Projects:

In order to enroll for an Internship Programme or a Final Project, students must have:i. achieved a CGPA of 2.0 or higher
ii. earned 105 or more credit hours.
In order to enroll for a Final Project, students must have:
i. passed STA630 Research Methods course
Regular Students (non job holders)i. are required to select "Internship Course" when offered in their scheme of studies, instead of a Final Project
ii. must undergo a 6 to 8 week internship in an organization
iii. will be required to submit an Internship Report and Internship Completion Certificate at the end of the internship program
iv. will be required to request their internship supervisor(s) to send a performance report of the internee by filling up the prescribed evaluation form and submitting it in a sealed envelope to the University.
On Job Studentsi. are required to select "Final Project".
ii. must submit a Job Confirmation Letter from their current employer and claim exemption from the internship.

(Note: Evaluation of the course "Final Project" / "Internship Report" will be based on pass/fail criteria and will not affect a student's CGPA. However, being a compulsory requirement, it is necessary to pass this course to fulfill the requirements of the degree program).

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).

Course Selection

BS (Commerce)

Rules:

Students enrolled in the first semester of their study programme are given pre-selected courses; all other students may select their own courses subject to their scheme of studies and the limitations prescribed in the rules below.
The credit hour limits are as below:
i. For the first and second semesters a maximum of 15 credit hours are allowed
ii. For the third and subsequent semesters up to the seventh semester a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed
iii. For the eighth and any extra subsequent semesters a maximum of 21 credit hours are allowed; however, if the degree programme would be completed in that semester, a maximum of 30 credit hours are allowed.
Students taking less than the course load prescribed by their scheme of studies will require extra semesters to complete the curriculum; in such cases they will also have to bear the additional cost.
During a study program, students may attempt to improve a "D" grade course only once.

Rules for Internships and Final Projects:

In order to enroll for an Internship Programme or a Final Project, students must have:
i. achieved a CGPA of 2.0 or higher
ii. earned 105 or more credit hours.

In order to enroll for a Final Project, students must have:
i. passed STA630 Research Methods course
Regular Students (non job holders)
i. are required to select "Internship Course" when offered in their scheme of studies, instead of a Final Project
ii. must undergo a 6 to 8 week internship in an organization
iii. will be required to submit an Internship Report and Internship Completion Certificate at the end of the internship program
iv. will be required to request their internship supervisor(s) to send a performance report of the internee by filling up the prescribed evaluation form and submitting it in a sealed envelope to the University.
On Job Students
i. are required to select "Final Project".
ii. must submit a Job Confirmation Letter from their current employer and claim exemption from the internship.

Procedure:

In order to select your courses, follow the steps below:

From within the LMS, click the Student Services button
Click on the Course Selection link
Give preference to "F" grade course(s) and the improvement of "D" grades where possible
Click the check boxes to select courses
Save the selection
You may make changes in course selection any number of times before the last date to add, drop or replace course(s).