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Department of Economics:

Mr. Mohammad Umar Shinwari has successfully defended his M.phil thesis titled " Assessing The Correlates of Poverty at the Household Level, The Case of District Khyber, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa"

He completed his research work under the supervision of Dr. Sajjad Ahamd Jan, Associate Professor/Chairman Department of Economics, University of Peshawar.

External examiner was Dr. Zahoor Khan Associate Professor, Institute of Management Sciences Peshawar.

The viva voce Was attend by Dr Naila Nazir Associate Professor Department of Economics, Dr Fariha Sami Assistant Professor Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Dr Fahim Nawaz Lecturer Department of Economics, Syed Mohsin Shujaat, Faculty Members of Department of Economics and Students of The Department of Economics.

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Department of Economics:

Mr.Tanveer Ali has successfully defended his M.phil thesis titled " The Determinants of Poverty in the Merged Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: The Case study of District Orakzai, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa" .

He completed his research work under the supervision of Dr. Sajjad Ahamd Jan, Associate Professor/Chairman Department of Economics, University of Peshawar.

External examiner was Dr. Fariha Sami Assistant Professor, Department of Economics Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar.

The viva voce Was attend by Dr Naila Nazir Associate Professor Department of Economics, Syed Mohsin Shujaat, Faculty Members of Department of Economics and Students of The Department of Economics.

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Admissions Open in MPhil & PhD Development Studies University of Peshawar
Interested scholars are invited to apply online through www.uop.edu.pk

🗓 Last date to apply: 16 January 2026
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University of Peshawar Opens Admissions for MS, MPhil, LLM, and PhD Programs - Spring 2026

Admissions Open in MPhil & PhD Development Studies University of Peshawar
Interested scholars are invited to apply online through www.uop.edu.pk

🗓 Last date to apply: 16 January 2026
Please share with interested candidates.

🌟 Awareness Seminar on NFC Share & Challenges Faced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Organized by SEDS | Development Insights Lab (DIL) | Department of Economics, University of Peshawar
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🗓 Monday, 1st December 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Sir Sahibzada Abdul Qayyum Auditorium Hall, University of Peshawar
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🎓 Who Should Attend?
✔ BS, MPhil, PhD students
✔ Faculty & researchers
✔ Students from affiliated colleges
✔ Anyone interested in KP’s development and public finance
Let’s come together for an informed, timely, and meaningful conversation about KP’s financial future.
— SEDS | DIL | Department of Economics, UoP

Department of Economics:

Ms. Laiba Muskan successfully defended her M.Phil thesis on "Drivers and impact of social media as an informal social security mechanism in District Charsadda ".

She completed her research work under the supervision of Dr. Fahim Nawaz, Department of Economics, University of Peshawar.

External examiner was Dr. Zahoor Khan, Associate Professor, Institute of Management Sciences, Hayatabad, Peshawar.

Dr. Sajjad Ahmad Jan, Chairman Department of Economics, faculty members and students attended the defence.

Invitation for Mid-Career Professionals and Graduates

Are you a mid-career professional or a graduate looking to enhance your skills and knowledge in development? The Department of Economics, University of Peshawar, offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies (PGDDS).

Eligibility: 16 years of education, preferably with experience in the development sector.

Program Highlights:

Deepen your understanding of development theories and practices

Build skills in policy analysis and project management

Network with professionals in the field

Weekend/Evening Program – designed for working professionals and students

Fee per Semester: PKR 45,000 (inclusive of tuition, examination, and other charges)

For more information, contact:
Department of Economics, University of Peshawar
Phone: 091-9216733
Website: www.uop.edu.pk

PGDDS Coordinator:
Dr. Sulaiman Amin
Phone: 0333-9412883
Email: [email protected]

University of Peshawar The University of Peshawar, a future-oriented and unique institution is committed to achieving excellence in the undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service. The University provides superior and comprehensive education opportunities at the baccalaureate through doctoral and spe...

Invitation for Mid-Career Professionals and Graduates

Are you a mid-career professional or a graduate looking to enhance your skills and knowledge in development? The Department of Economics at the University of Peshawar is offering a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies (PGDDS).

Eligibility: 16 years of education with preferably some experience in the development sector.

Program Highlights:

Enhance your understanding of development theories and practices

Develop skills in policy analysis and project management

Network with professionals in the field

Weekend/Evening Program – designed to suit the schedules of working professionals and students

Standard University Fee Structure applies

Apply Now: Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career. Apply online before September 30, 2025.

For more information, contact:
Department of Economics, University of Peshawar
Phone: 091-9216733
Website: http://www.uop.edu.pk

PGDDS Coordinator:
Dr. Sulaiman Amin
Phone: 0333-9412883
Email: [email protected]