MY EXPERIENCES in (CUSIT)

 =>CITY UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (CUSIT)

:MY EXPERIENCES.

Having succeeded in Bachelor of Education (Bed.), I got admission in M.Ed; in City University in order to improve my qualifications.  I have been teaching in a private school for the last fifteen years. I wanted to apply new emerging insights, experiments and  techniques which have taken place  in education, during the course of teaching to the students in the class, hence I got admission in Master of Educations (M.Ed;). in the esteemed University.  It is an admitted fact that if we want to achieve progress and success in life we have to improve our education and more teaching system.  Government is also giving importance to higher institutions of education system in public as well as in private sector. The private sector indeed is playing a significant role in achievement of the desired goals.
I observed that City University of Science & Information Technology,(CUSIT) Peshawar  is one of the first private sector universities, chartered by the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and recognized y the Higher Education Commission (HEC), permitted by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).   This University is an extension of Peshawar Model Educational Institutes (PMEI) which was founded in 1979 with an aim to impart quality education at an affordable cost.  
Initially, a primary school was established by Muhammad Zahoor Sethi who is the Founder, comprising just one moderate campus with 300 students.  But in due course of time, the continuous efforts of highly qualified faculty and dedicated management, resulted in the establishment of nine separate school campuses, three Degree College campuses for boys and two Degree College campuses for girls, with a combined strength of over 21,000 students.
Recognizing the extraordinary reputation of PMEI in providing quality education from primary to bachelor level, the Government of Khyber Pakhunkhwa granted the Charter of City University of Science & Information Technology, Peshawar on 30th August, 2001.  The foundation stone of the new campus was laid by the Governor, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa  on 19th May, 2005 at Dalazak Road.  Six Convocations were held to award degrees to the successful students who graduated in different fields.
The Vision of the University (CUSIT)  is “To make City University nationally and internationally recognized as a premier University with a global perspective that produces leaders and professionals who will contribute to the betterment of the society; a University whose name stands synonymous to excellence, quality in teaching, research and whose graduates stand out among competitors”.
The Mission of City University is also commendable which is “To advance knowledge, deliver affordable education, and provide conducive learning environment of internationally recognized stature in science, technology and other areas of scholarship that will best serve the nation and the humanity”.

The objectives of City University are listed below:

To sustain and enhance the quality in teaching and research through recruitment of highly skilled faculty, student and staff.
To be a leader in the creation and synthesis of knowledge for the benefit of current and future generation.
To continuously improve the quality of educational programs in order to attain a level of academic and professional excellence comparable with international institutes of  repute.
To continuously improve the quality of academic research and support programs through conducive and holistic environment.
To continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the management and administrative services that support the University mission.
To educate the students to:
Become effective, responsible and articulate members of the complex society in which they live as well as in their chosen professions or occupations.
Become more competent in analytical thought, informed judgment and effective communication.
Develop a respect for rationality, a tolerance for ambiguity and an appreciation of diversity.
Explore the unfamiliar and use intellect in the process of discovery.
Enhance their imagination, sensibility and creative talent.

Before taking admission I visited the University personally to see environment and good qualities of University provided to the students, so that I am not disappointed at a later stage.   To my astonishment I found a large number of characteristics which are cine qua none for imparting education.

First of all, this University is chartered by the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and recognized by the Higher Education Commission.  Moreover Pakistan Engineering Council has granted permission and accredited by National Computing Education Accreditation Council. It is added that vast experience and excellent reputation of the institution is providing quality education at an affordable fee structure. Some more characteristics relating to environment and services provided to a student are given below:

Emphasis is given on discipline and character building of students.
Certified faculty and professional environment.
Job oriented degree programs.
Job placement services.
Full/partial scholarships to meritorious/needy students.
Purpose built own campus, spread over an area of 90 kanals, with a covered area of about 1,00,000 sq.ft.
Spacious Library having quality books, magazines, CDs and Digital Library.
State of the art Computer Labs and latest presentation equipment.
Centrally air-conditioned building.
For uninterrupted power supply to the whole campus, auto-start stand-by UPSs & Diesel Electricity Generators.
Pleasant learning and politics-free environment.
Students counseling.
Free internet facility with wi-fi services.
Fully Networked Computer Labs.
Free on-campus medical assistance.
Spacious Parking, Mosque and Bookshop facilities.
Transport facility for students and staff.
Cafeteria with refreshment at reasonable prices.
Recreational Center for in-door games.

Semester System:

There are two or three (depending on the program) semesters in a year, each spreading over 14-18 weeks.  At the end of each semester, one to two weeks are allowed for the examination and compilation of results. Students wishing to register in the next semester are advised to complete their register within one week of the declaration of results.

Teaching Organization:

Various courses are taught at the campus of the University and other approved Centres through lecturers, seminars, demonstrations, practical work in laboratories, group discussions and other methods of instruction approved by the Academic Council.
Teaching in each Department/Institute/Centre is conducted by the University Lecturers or such other persons as may be declared so by the University Regulations.
Teaching in each Department /Institute/Centre is organized through courses specified for each program and approved by the relevant university bodies.
No courses are offered unless there are at least 15 students enrolled for that course.  In special cases, however, the competent authority may waive-off his requirement.

Medium of Instruction:

English is the medium of instruction and examination, except in case of Islamic Studies (compulsory) which may be in Urdu.

 Application Procedure:

Application for admission to any course is submitted on the prescribed form.

 DISCIPLINE:

Discipline in the University compound is of paramount importance. Conduct of students inside/outside university is closely watched which reflect the credit of the University.

Students are directed to report their new addresses to the administration as and when changed.

While on the campus, students are strictly required to display on their chest University cards on the chest.  Without it, they may be prohibited from attending lectures and are denied administrative and examination facilities.

The University does not take any responsibility for the loss of personal possessions or for any personal injury to the student while on the campus.

Every student is responsible to check daily the Notice Board and Notice terminal.

Students are not allowed to take food or soft drink in the class-room/library/computer lab/auditorium.

Strict disciplinary action is taken against the student who defaces the walls and littering around.

Students park their vehicles at their own risk in the designated areas.

Every student observe the following code of honor:

1. Faithfulness in his/her religious duties and respect for the conviction of others in matters of religion, conscience, customs and convictions.

2. Loyalty to Pakistan and abstain from acts which might harm its honor and prestige in any way.

3. Truthfulness and honesty in dealing with other people.

4. Respect for elders and politeness to all, especially to women, children, old people, the weak and the helpless.

5. Respect for the teachers and others in authority in the University.

6. Cleanliness of body, mind, speech and habits.

7. Helpfulness to fellow-beings.

8. Devotion to studies and sports.

9. Observance of thrift and protection of public property.

The following acts are prohibited:

1. Smoking in the classroom, laboratory, workshop, library or auditorium and at academic functions except designated areas for this purpose.

2. Collecting money or receiving funds or pecuniary assistance for or on behalf of the University.

3.  Staging inciting or participating in, or abetting any walk-out, strike,  or other form of agitation against the University or its teachers or officers; inciting anyone to violence, disruption of the peaceful atmosphere of the University, making speeches or gestures which may cause resentment; issuing of pamphlets or cartoons or doing anything in any way likely to promote rift and hatred among various groups or classes of students; issuing statements in the press; making false accusations or lowering the prestige of the University.