Institute of Education & Research
Bachelor in Education)-4-Years
Introduction
The B.Ed. (Hons) 4-Years program offered by the Institute of Education & Research (IER), Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, is a comprehensive and professionally oriented undergraduate degree designed to prepare future educators with deep theoretical knowledge and practical teaching skills. Rooted in national educational standards and aligned with global best practices, the program emphasizes pedagogical excellence, ethical development, and research-based instruction. It aims to equip prospective teachers with competencies in curriculum design, classroom management, educational psychology, assessment strategies, and emerging educational technologies. Structured across eight semesters, the program offers a blend of coursework, school-based practicum, and research projects to ensure holistic development. It targets both subject mastery and professional grooming, empowering students to become reflective practitioners, innovative educators, and change agents in diverse educational settings. With a strong foundation in teaching methodologies and learner-centered approaches, graduates are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to Pakistan’s school education system and to pursue advanced studies or leadership roles in the future. The B.Ed. (Hons) program is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan as a terminal qualification for teaching at the elementary and secondary levels. It is offered in both Morning and Weekend formats to accommodate a wide range of students, including fresh intermediates and in-service teachers.
Program Features
- Duration: 4 Years
- Credit Hours: 137
- Semester: 08
- Campus: Quaid-E-Azam Campus (Old City Campus), Gomal University
Admission Requirement: Candidates must have completed Intermediate (F.A., F.Sc., ICS, I.Com or equivalent qualification) with a minimum of 45% marks from a recognized board. Both male and female applicants are eligible to apply. Admissions are granted as per the criteria and policies advertised by the university. Preference is given to candidates demonstrating interest in the teaching profession and educational leadership.
Semester – I | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-411 | General Science | 3 | |
Edu-412 | General Methods of Teaching | 3 | |
Edu-413 | Child Development | 3 | |
Edu-414 | Urdu | 3 | |
Edu-415 | Functional English-I | 3 | |
Edu-416 | Islamic Studies | 2 |
Semester – II | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-421 | English-II (Communication Skills) | 3 | |
Edu-422 | Computer Literacy | 3 | |
Edu-423 | Classroom Management | 3 | |
Edu-424 | General Mathematics | 3 | |
Edu-425 | Pakistan Studies | 2 | |
Edu-426 | Methods of Teaching Islamic Studies | 3 |
Semester – III | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-431 | Teaching Literacy Skills | 3 | |
Edu-432 | Art, Crafts and Calligraphy | 3 | |
Edu-433 | Teaching of Urdu | 3 | |
Edu-434 | Teaching of General Science | 3 | |
Edu-435 | Instructional and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education | 2 | |
Edu-436 | Teaching Practice (Short Term) | 3 |
Semester – IV | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-441 | Classroom Assessment | 3 | |
Edu-442 | Teaching of English | 3 | |
Edu-443 | Teaching of Mathematics | 3 | |
Edu-444 | School, Community and Teacher | 3 | |
Edu-445 | Teaching of Social Studies | 2 | |
Edu-446 | Teaching Practice (Short Term) | 3 |
Semester – V | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-451 | English-III (Technical Writing & Presentation Skills) | 3 | |
Edu-452 | Foundations of Education | 3 | |
Edu-453 | Curriculum Development | 3 | |
Edu-454 | Educational Psychology | 3 | |
CONTENT COURSE-I (FROM SELECTED DISCIPLINE-I) | |||
Edu-455 | Mathematics (Calculus & Analytic Geometry) | 3 | |
Edu-456 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 | |
Edu-457 | Urdu-I | 3 | |
CONTENT COURSE-I (FROM SELECTED DISCIPLINE-II) | |||
Edu-458 | Physics (Mechanics) | 3 | |
Edu-459 | Zoology-I | 3 | |
Edu-4510 | English (Modern Poetry) | 3 |
Semester – VI | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-461 | Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education | 3 | |
Edu-462 | Comparative Education | 3 | |
Edu-463 | Introduction to Guidance and Counseling | 3 | |
Edu-454 | Educational Psychology | 3 | |
Edu-445 | Teaching of Social Studies | 2 | |
Edu-446 | Teaching Practice (Short Term) | 3 | |
CONTENT COURSE-I (FROM SELECTED DISCIPLINE-I) | |||
Edu-464 | Mathematics | 3 | |
Edu-465 | Organic Chemistry | 3 | |
Edu-466 | Urdu-II | 3 | |
CONTENT COURSE-I (FROM SELECTED DISCIPLINE-II) | |||
Edu-467 | Physics (Waves & Oscillation) | 3 | |
Edu-468 | Zoology-II | 3 | |
Edu-469 | English (Modern Pros) | 3 |
Semester – VII | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-471 | Research Methods in Education | 3 | |
Edu-472 | Teaching Practice (Short Term) | 3 | |
Content Course - III (from selected Discipline - I) | |||
Edu-473 | Mathematics (Differential Equations & Mechanics) | 3 | |
Edu-474 | Physical Chemistry | 3 | |
Edu-475 | Urdu-III | 3 | |
Content Course - III (from selected Discipline - II) | |||
Edu-476 | Physics (Electricity & Magnetism) | 3 | |
Edu-477 | Zoology-III | 3 | |
Edu-478 | English (Novel) | 3 | |
Pedagogy - I (Methods of Teachings related to Specialization - I) | |||
Edu-479 | Pedagogy of Mathematics | 3 | |
Edu-4710 | Pedagogy of Chemistry | 3 | |
Edu-4711 | Pedagogy of Urdu | 3 | |
Pedagogy - I (Methods of Teachings related to Specialization - I) | |||
Edu-4712 | Pedagogy of Physics | 3 | |
Edu-4713 | Pedagogy of Zoology | 3 | |
Edu-4714 | Pedagogy of English | 3 |
Semester – VIII | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
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Edu-481 | School Management | 3 | |
Edu-482 | Test Development and Evaluation | 3 | |
Edu-483 | Teaching Practice (Long Term) | 6 | |
Edu-484 | Research Project | 3 |