Associate Degree Program in Education
The Associate Degree Program in Education (ADE) has been developed with the goal of supporting both current and prospective elementary school teachers, regardless of whether they work in public or private schools. The program aims to improve academic qualifications and enhance teaching skills. This is achieved by introducing those to modern techniques for managing a classroom, assessing students’ progress, and evaluating their performance.
This program provides teachers with the opportunity to learn the latest best practices and approaches for effective teaching. It helps them develop their skills in creating a positive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation. The program also equips teachers with strategies for conducting assessments that provide useful feedback to both students and teachers themselves.
Through the ADE program, teachers can learn how to use technology to enhance their teaching and create lesson plans that are engaging and relevant to students. By doing so, they are better able to support their students’ learning and growth.
Objectives
- To empower students with the requisite knowledge and understanding of the topic.
- To assist students in acquiring an understanding of effective teaching methodologies.
- To encourage students to develop their communication abilities and actively listen to others, providing thoughtful responses.
- To support students in honing their skills in managing students in a classroom setting, promoting a safe and conducive learning environment.
- To support students in utilizing cutting-edge information technology for educational purposes.
Learning objectives
- To promote the development of reasoning skills and the capacity for self-reflection, connecting theoretical concepts with practical applications
- Demonstrate a thorough mastery of the subject matter
- Implement varied pedagogical strategies during instruction
- Develop an understanding of how to leverage different learning styles to enhance student learning
- Expand knowledge of appropriate communication techniques for success in both personal and professional contexts
Eligibility
12 years of Education, minimum 45% marks, FA/FSC/ICS/I.COM
- Candidates who have completed ‘A’ levels must provide an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of the Chairman in Islamabad.
- No zero semester is available for this program.
Course Exemption
Course selection is available for this program.
Duration
The course is designed to be completed over two years, with each year consisting of two semesters spanning at least 18 weeks each.
Study Scheme
Semester 1
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CS101
|
Introduction to Computing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU303
|
Child Development |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ENG101 |
English Comprehension |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
GSC101 |
General Science |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
URD101 |
Urdu |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ETH202 |
Ethics (for Non-Muslims) |
Elective |
|
2 (Theory:2), Practical:0) |
|
|
ISL202 |
Islamic Studies |
Elective |
|
2 (Theory:2), Practical:0) |
|
|
VU001 |
Introduction to e-Learning |
Required |
|
1 (Theory:1), Practical:0) |
|
Semester 2
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
EDU101
|
Foundations of Education |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU305
|
Classroom Management |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU403 |
Art, Crafts and Calligraphy |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU501 |
School, Community and Teacher |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MCM301 |
Urdu |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
Communication skills |
Required |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
|
MTH100 |
General Mathematics |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
|
PAK302 |
Pakistan Studies |
Required |
|
2 (Theory:2, Practical:0) |
|
Semester 3
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
EDU410
|
Teaching of Literacy Skills |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU411
|
Teaching of Urdu |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU510 |
Teaching of Mathematics |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU512 |
Teaching of Islamic Studies |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ENG201 |
Business and Technical English Writing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
GSC201 |
Teaching of General Science |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
Semester 4
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
EDU405
|
Classroom Assessment |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU430
|
ICT in Education |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU516 |
Teaching of English |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
TPTA519 |
Teaching Practice - I |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
TPTB519 |
Teaching Practice - II |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
EDU514 |
Teaching of Social Studies |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
Assessment of Study Progress
The evaluation of students’ academic progress is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester, including assignments, online quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), and mid-term and final-term exams. The mid and final-term exams are conducted at VU’s designated exam centers and typically account for 80-85% of the total marks for a course.
Teaching Practice
Students must complete the teaching practice of 6 credit hours in the final year. It is mandatory that the teaching practice be held in public or private elementary schools and preschools.
Degree Awarded
To be awarded an associate degree in the education program, a student must complete at least 73 credit hours of coursework with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.
Fee Structure
| Degree Program | Admission Fee | Registration Fee | Security Fee | Admission Processing Fee | Semester Enrollment Fee | Per credit hour fee | Fee of Convocation | Fee payable at admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
BS |
3,000 |
2,500 |
2,000 |
500 |
1,000 |
935 |
2,000 |
11,905 |
Semester Fee
Semester fee Approximately Rs. 17000/-
Disclaimer
- The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date with those taught at top universities, taking into account the needs of local industry and the job market.
- The University may change its fee structure from time to time.