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Lahore College for Women University (LCWU)

📍 Lahore, Pakistan 🎓 Est. 1922 🌐 lcwu.edu.pk 📞 +92-42-99203801
Public HEC W2 90 Programs Ranked #21 in Pakistan
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#21
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90
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14
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📖 About Lahore College for Women University (LCWU)

One of Pakistan oldest institutions for women higher education. LCWU offers programmes in sciences, arts, commerce and professional disciplines.

Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) holds HEC W2 Category status - Pakistan's Higher Education Commission's highest recognition for academic excellence, research output, and institutional quality. It is ranked #21 among all universities in Pakistan.

🎓 Programs at Lahore College for Women University (LCWU)

Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) offers 90 accredited programs across 14 disciplines. Click any program to see description and entry requirements.

Browse Programs by Subject

Bachelor's Degrees (46)

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the LCWU Faculty of Engineering and Technology, a five-year professional architecture degree covering design, building technology and urban studies.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Engineering or equivalent with at least 50 percent marks plus an aptitude test; admission for women via LCWU

BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

Business & Management

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of at LCWU, covering management, marketing, finance and entrepreneurship.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Applied Psychology

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Applied Psychology at LCWU, covering cognitive, social and clinical psychology.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Arabic

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Arabic at LCWU, covering Arabic language, literature and linguistics.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Biotechnology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Biotechnology at LCWU, covering genetic engineering and medical biotechnology.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with at least 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

BS Botany

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Botany at LCWU, covering plant physiology, ecology and taxonomy.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with at least 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

BS Chemistry

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Chemistry at LCWU, covering organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with at least 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

BS City and Regional Planning

Civil & Structural Engineering

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of City and Regional Planning at LCWU, covering urban planning, regional development and infrastructure.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Computer Science

Computer Science & IT

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Computer Science at LCWU, covering programming, algorithms and software systems.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Economics

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Economics at LCWU, covering microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Education (Secondary)

Education & Training

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Education (Secondary) at LCWU, covering secondary pedagogy, curriculum and assessment.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Electrical Engineering

Engineering & Technology

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering at LCWU, covering power systems, electronics and communication engineering.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Engineering or equivalent with at least 60 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

BS Elementary and Teacher Education

Education & Training

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Elementary and Teacher Education at LCWU, covering elementary pedagogy and teacher training.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS English

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of English at LCWU, covering English literature, linguistics and language studies.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Environmental Sciences

Environmental Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Environmental Sciences at LCWU, covering environmental systems, pollution control and management.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS French

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of French at LCWU, covering French language, literature and culture.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Gender and Development Studies

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Gender and Development Studies at LCWU, covering gender theory, development and social policy.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Geography

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Geography at LCWU, covering physical and human geography and GIS.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Graphic Design

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Graphic Design at LCWU, covering visual communication, branding and digital design.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS History

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of History at LCWU, covering South Asian, Islamic and world history.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Home Economics

Medicine & Health

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Home Economics at LCWU, covering nutrition, human development and resource management.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Interior Design

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Interior Design at LCWU, covering interior architecture, space planning and design.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS International Relations

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of International Relations at LCWU, covering diplomacy, foreign policy and global politics.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Islamic Studies

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Islamic Studies at LCWU, covering Islamic thought, jurisprudence and culture.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Mass Communication

Media & Communication

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Mass Communication at LCWU, covering journalism, broadcast media and strategic communication.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Mathematics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Mathematics at LCWU, covering pure and applied mathematics, analysis and algebra.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Pakistan Studies

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Pakistan Studies at LCWU, covering the history, politics and society of Pakistan.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Persian

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Persian at LCWU, covering Persian language, literature and Iranian studies.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Philosophy

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Philosophy at LCWU, covering logic, ethics and history of philosophy.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Physical Education

Education & Training

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Physical Education at LCWU, covering sports sciences, physical education and health.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Physics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Physics at LCWU, covering mechanics, electromagnetism and modern physics.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Political Science

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Political Science at LCWU, covering political theory, comparative politics and governance.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Public Administration

Business & Management

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Public Administration at LCWU, covering public policy, governance and administrative sciences.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Punjabi

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Punjabi at LCWU, covering Punjabi language, literature and culture.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Social Work

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Social Work at LCWU, covering community development, social welfare and case work.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Sociology

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Sociology at LCWU, covering social theory, research methods and social institutions.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Software Engineering

Computer Science & IT

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Software Engineering at LCWU, covering software design, development methodologies and quality assurance.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Statistics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Statistics at LCWU, covering probability, statistical inference and data analysis.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS STEM Education

Education & Training

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of STEM Education at LCWU, covering science, technology, engineering and mathematics education.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Textile Design

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Textile Design at LCWU, covering textile design, printing and surface development.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Urdu

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Urdu at LCWU, covering Urdu literature, linguistics and literary criticism.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Visual Arts

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Visual Arts at LCWU, covering studio art, painting and contemporary practice.

Entry Requirements Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with at least 45 to 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via the LCWU admission test and merit list

BS Zoology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Zoology at LCWU, covering animal physiology, genetics and biodiversity.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with at least 50 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Medicine & Health

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the LCWU Faculty of Pharmaceutical and Allied Health Sciences, a five-year professional physical therapy doctorate with clinical rotations.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU

LLB (Bachelor of Laws)

Law

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the Department of Law at LCWU, a five-year integrated law degree covering constitutional, civil and criminal law.

Entry Requirements HSSC or equivalent with at least 45 percent marks and a valid HEC Law Admission Test (LAT) score

Pharm.D. (Doctor of Pharmacy)

Pharmacy

⏱ 5.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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Offered by the LCWU Institute of Pharmacy, a five-year professional doctorate covering pharmaceutics, pharmacology and clinical pharmacy.

Entry Requirements FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60 percent marks; merit-based admission for women via LCWU
Master's Degrees (28)

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Business & Management

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MPhil Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Pharmacy

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MPhil Pharmaceutics

Pharmacy

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MPhil Pharmacology

Pharmacy

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Applied Psychology

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Arabic

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Biotechnology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Botany

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Chemistry

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Economics

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Education

Education & Training

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS English

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Environmental Sciences

Environmental Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Fine Arts

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Gender and Development Studies

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Geography

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS History

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS International Relations

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Islamic Studies

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Management Sciences

Business & Management

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Mass Communication

Media & Communication

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Mathematics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Physics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Political Science

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Sociology

Social Sciences

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Statistics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Urdu

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview

MS Zoology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 2.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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An advanced research-based programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements 16 years of relevant education with minimum CGPA 2.5/4.0 or 50 percent; admission via LCWU admission test/GAT and interview
PhD / Doctorate (16)

PhD Applied Psychology

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Biotechnology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Botany

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Chemistry

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Economics

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Education

Education & Training

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD English

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Environmental Sciences

Environmental Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Fine Arts

Arts, Design & Architecture

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Gender and Development Studies

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Islamic Studies

Humanities & Languages

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Management Sciences

Business & Management

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Mathematics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Physics

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
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A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Political Science

Social Sciences

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
▾

A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

PhD Zoology

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

⏱ 4.0 Years 📅 September 💬 English
▾

A doctoral research programme offered by Lahore College for Women University.

Entry Requirements MPhil/MS in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0; admission via LCWU GAT-Subject and interview

📋 Admissions & Eligibility

Admission to Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) is competitive and merit-based. Below is a general guide to eligibility criteria and the application process. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official website at lcwu.edu.pk.

🎓 Undergraduate Admission (Bachelor's)

  • Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS / I.Com) or equivalent with minimum 60% marks
  • A-Levels or equivalent international qualification accepted
  • Valid HSSC certificate or equivalent from a recognized board
  • Completion of university entry test (SAT / NTS / university-specific test)
  • Satisfactory interview (for select programs)
  • Completion of online application form with required documents
  • Submission of academic transcripts, domicile, and CNIC/B-Form
Intake
September
Programs
46 Bachelor's Programs

📚 Postgraduate Admission (Master's)

  • Bachelor's degree (4-year) or equivalent from an HEC-recognized institution
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.5 / 4.0 or 2nd Division in relevant field
  • GAT (General) or subject-specific GAT from NTS with minimum 50% score
  • Relevant work experience may be required for MBA/Executive programs
  • Two professional or academic references
  • Statement of Purpose for research-track programs
  • English language proficiency (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent for international students)

🔬 Doctoral Admission (PhD)

  • MS / MPhil degree or equivalent in a relevant field
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.0 / 4.0 or equivalent
  • NTS GAT (Subject) with minimum 70% score
  • Published research or strong academic writing samples
  • Research proposal aligned with faculty research areas
  • Three academic references from senior faculty members
  • Personal interview with the doctoral committee

📂 Required Documents

  • Completed application form (online/printed)
  • Attested copies of all academic certificates and transcripts
  • CNIC / B-Form / Passport (for foreign students)
  • Domicile certificate
  • Character certificate from last institution attended
  • Passport-size photographs (as required)
  • Entry test scorecard (NTS/SAT/GAT as applicable)

📞 Admissions Contact

Email info@lcwu.edu.pk
Phone +92-42-99203801
Website https://lcwu.edu.pk

🏛️ Departments & Faculty

Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) is organised into 14 academic disciplines spanning 90 programs.

🔬

Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Research-focused programs in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology.

22 programs available

🌎

Social Sciences

Programs exploring society, politics, economics, and human behavior.

18 programs available

📚

Humanities & Languages

Study of literature, philosophy, languages, and the liberal arts.

16 programs available

📁

Arts, Design & Architecture

Programs offered in Arts, Design & Architecture.

7 programs available

🎓

Education & Training

Teacher training and educational leadership programs.

6 programs available

📊

Business & Management

AACSB-quality business education from undergraduate to executive MBA levels.

5 programs available

💊

Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical education and research aligned with international standards.

4 programs available

🌿

Environmental Sciences

Environmental science and sustainability programs for a greener Pakistan.

3 programs available

💻

Computer Science & IT

Cutting-edge programs in software engineering, AI, data science, and cybersecurity.

2 programs available

🏥

Medicine & Health

Health sciences programs focused on modern medical practice and research.

2 programs available

📡

Media & Communication

Journalism, media studies, and communications for the digital age.

2 programs available

🏗️

Civil & Structural Engineering

Specialized civil engineering programs focused on infrastructure and structures.

1 program available

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Engineering & Technology

Rigorous engineering programs covering electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines.

1 program available

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Law

Legal education programs preparing graduates for practice in Pakistan and internationally.

1 program available

🏫 Campus & Facilities

Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) provides a modern academic environment designed to foster learning, research, and personal growth. Students benefit from world-class infrastructure and a vibrant campus community in Lahore, Pakistan.

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Central Library
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Research Labs
💻
Computer Labs
🏟
Sports Complex
🏠
Student Hostels
🍽️
Cafeteria & Food Court
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Transport Services
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Medical / Health Centre
🎭
Auditorium & Event Hall
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Wi-Fi Campus
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Career Services
🌐
International Office

📍 Location

Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) is located in Lahore, Pakistan. The university has been serving students since 1922. For directions and campus maps, visit the official website at https://lcwu.edu.pk.