Department of Sociology

Welcome to Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology was established in 2015, dedicated to extending knowledge to enrich and enlivening individual and public life.

Currently, the department has been offering Graduate Program for students of Sociology, However, the higher degree programs are in the process of launching. Every year, the department is receiving a number of admission applications, and a significant number of students are enrolled in the Graduate program.

In the Women University Multan, the Department of Sociology provides up-to-date programs/courses that connect theory with cutting-edge research. Some of the courses being taught in the Department of Sociology have a multi-disciplinary approach. This ensures that the Undergraduate Program is pluralistic in nature and covers the main sub-branches of Sociology. Moreover, these courses can address societal concerns such as development, globalization, politics, economy, etc. In the BS program, students are given the freedom to choose topics of their own focus point during their thesis project. Individual support is also provided to students through various initiatives and mentoring programs. The department has also introduced initiatives such as internships, community engagement, and social work to provide the chance for students to keenly observe the social challenges of the community. In order to fulfill said objective department maintained a close relationship through (MOUs) with various public and private sector organizations, NGOs, and hospitals as well. Sociology also offers students rigorous training to critically examine the social world, including groups, institutions, cultures, and interactions. In the department, students have the opportunity to study under highly qualified and well-trained foreign and local experts in their fields. The department is enriched with highly qualified faculty members who channel their innovative research insights into their teaching. Teachers are dedicated to the creativity, critical examination, diffusion, and solicitation of social knowledge in its various forms.

Vision

Department of Sociology promotes and establish ground- breaking empirical research and practices which spans over the full spectrum of the social world.

Mission

The department of sociology aims to apply a diverse range of rigorous methods to real-world issues in order to answer the most pressing sociological questions of modern times.

The Department of Sociology welcomes the best graduate students from all over the world. They join a community more than hundred students who enjoy first-class facilities for studying as well as the opportunity to advance the leading edge of the discipline.

The department values training in Sociological theory and a wide range of research methods. The Department of Sociology has rich traditional fundamental contributions to Social Sciences. Every era in the department’s history has shaped inquiry on international scale. Our programs of Associate Degree Program (ADP) and BS Morning and Evening offer a transdisciplinery learning environment where students may pursue critical studies of labor, migration and capitalism, carceral society, surveillance power and politics.

The faculty of Sociology brings the intellectual traditions of our discipline in a systematic way to the curriculum and to our own research. We are dedicated through our teaching and service to encourage imaginations that foresee a more just society and which identify the individual's contribution to the social construction and reproduction of just practices and institutions.

Objectives

The Sociology Department of the 21st century is methodological breadth and depth with faculty and students engaged in:

An analytical research approaches in which surveys social demography, ethnography.
Depth interviews and developing skills of research instruments, cultural economic and indigenous social issues.
Developing the useful leaders in all fields of life.
Promoting gender, migration, criminology, culture, politics, poverty, race, communication and social psychology.
Develop a wide range of research projects and publications.

Chairperson Message

Dr. Sadaf Mahmood

Chairperson/Associate Professor

Welcome to the Department of Sociology at The Women University, Multan. As the Chairperson, I am honored to lead a dynamic and dedicated team committed to advancing the study and application of sociological principles. Our department is devoted to fostering a deep understanding of societal structures, cultural dynamics, and social change. At the Department of Sociology, we emphasize critical thinking, empirical research, and the application of sociological theories to address real-world issues. Our curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to analyze and interpret complex social phenomena. We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs that provide a comprehensive foundation in sociology, preparing our graduates for diverse career paths in academia, research, public service, and beyond. We are proud of our vibrant academic community, which thrives on intellectual curiosity and collaborative learning. Our faculty members are renowned scholars and dedicated educators who are passionate about mentoring students and contributing to the broader sociological discourse. Through our research initiatives, community engagements, and academic events, we strive to create an environment that nurtures innovation, inclusivity, and social responsibility. I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, faculty, research activities, and upcoming events. Whether you are a prospective student, current student, alumna, or visitor, we hope you find our resources informative and inspiring. Together, we can continue to explore the depths of human society and contribute to meaningful social change. Warm regards,