Department of Sociology Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan

27/07/2026

🎓 Admissions are now open!
If you are passionate about understanding society, culture, social change, and making a meaningful impact in your community, join the Department of Sociology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan.
Become part of a department that values academic excellence, research, leadership, and field-based learning.
📍 Apply Now: www.awkum.edu.pk⁠�

25/07/2026

Learning Beyond the Classrooms.
Department of Sociology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan
At the Department of Sociology, we believe that education is not limited to classrooms.Every year our students participate in educational field visits, study tours, research activities, seminars, workshops, and community engagement programs that connect academic knowledge with real-world experiences.
These memorable moments from our fieldwork in Chitral reflect our commitment to experiential learning, teamwork, cultural appreciation, and sociological understanding. Such opportunities help students develop practical skills, broaden their perspectives, and prepare for successful professional careers.
🎓 Admissions are now open!
If you are passionate about understanding society, culture, social change, and making a meaningful impact in your community, join the Department of Sociology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan.
Become part of a department that values academic excellence, research, leadership, and field-based learning.
📍 Apply Now: www.awkum.edu.pk⁠�

19/07/2026

12/07/2026

Internship Opportunity for BS Sociology (8th Semester) Students
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‎Department of Sociology
‎Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan
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‎The Department of Sociology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, is pleased to offer an internship opportunity for graduating BS Sociology (8th Semester) students under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the KPCPWC.
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‎Selected interns will gain practical experience by working on research and field activities, including:
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‎- Field surveys and data collection
‎- Data compilation and management
‎- Data analysis and report writing
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‎This internship offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical research skills, gain hands-on field experience, and establish professional linkages with KPCPWC and other relevant government departments, enhancing future career and employment prospects.
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‎Seats are limited. Interested students are encouraged to submit their CVs to the Internship Coordinator by July 14,2026.
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‎Dr. Hussain Ali
‎Internship Coordinator
‎Department of Sociology
‎Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan
‎Email: [email protected]

16/05/2026

Press Release
The Department of Sociology and Psychology, University of Swabi organized a one-day Capacity Building Workshop on “How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal” on May 6, 2026.
Dr. Hussain Ali, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, served as the Master Trainer and Resource Person of the workshop.
In his opening remarks, the Honorable Vice Chancellor of the University of Swabi welcomed the resource person and emphasized the importance of such training workshops for enhancing the capacity of faculty members in developing competitive grant applications and securing research funding for the University of Swabi. He further highlighted that these initiatives enable faculty members to contribute more effectively to industry and society through research and innovation.
During the workshop, Prof. Dr. Naseem Ullah, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, shared his insights on various components of grant proposal writing and shared his closing remarks.
In the training session, Dr. Hussain Ali explained the major components of a grant proposal, including the Technical and Financial sections. He also elaborated on project sustainability plans, the importance of Logical Framework Analysis (LFA), and financial proposal development. Standard formats for financial proposals were also shared with participants.
At the conclusion of the workshop, Prof. Dr. Naseem Ullah presented a shield to Dr. Hussain Ali in recognition of his contributions. The workshop was attended by faculty members and students from the Faculty of Social Sciences. Among those present were Ms. Hina, Head of the Department, Dr. Majid Khan from the Department of Sociology, Ms. Fatima Awan, and other faculty colleagues.
The workshop provided an excellent platform for strengthening research and grant-writing skills among faculty and students.

15/05/2026

Press Release
Dr. Hussain Ali participated as a Session Chair and presenter in the 3rd International Conference on “Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals: Interdisciplinary Perspectives and Policy Pathways” organized by University of Home Economics Lahore. The three-day international conference was held from April 28–30, 2026, at the University of Home Economics Lahore.
Representing the Department of Sociology and Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Dr. Hussain Ali actively contributed to the academic proceedings of the conference through his role as Session Chair and by presenting his scholarly work during the event. The conference brought together academicians, researchers, policymakers, and scholars from different universities and organizations to discuss interdisciplinary perspectives and policy pathways for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In his session closing remarks, Dr. Hussain Ali highlighted that Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan is emerging as a leading research university in the region. He further stated that the university recently secured the first position among universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in projects awarded under the National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) by Higher Education Commission Islamabad.
The research achievements and academic contributions of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan were also acknowledged by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Home Economics Lahore during her address. She appreciated the research progress of AWKUM and mentioned that the University of Home Economics Lahore is collaborating with AWKUM in one of the NRPU projects secured by Dr. Hussain Ali as Principal Investigator (PI).

14/05/2026

Press Release
The Department of Sociology at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sustaining The Humanity Organization, a national non-profit organization, on May 14, 2026, at the office of the Vice Chancellor.
The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Ahamed Ali, Chairperson of the Department of Sociology, and Dr. Hussain Ali. The MoU was formally signed by the Honorable Vice Chancellor of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan and the Chairman of Sustaining The Humanity Organization.
The agreement aims to strengthen academic and professional collaboration between the two institutions. Under the MoU, both parties will jointly organize academic activities including conferences, training programs, seminars, and workshops. The organization will also provide internship opportunities to students of the Department of Sociology and collaborate in faculty capacity-building initiatives and other related development programs.
Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Chancellor expressed confidence that the partnership would promote academic excellence, practical learning opportunities, and community-oriented engagement for students and faculty members alike.

05/05/2026

The Department of Sociology at Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, continues to strengthen its links between academia and practical work. A delegation of senior faculty members, including Dr Ghazan Nawaz and Dr Ishaq, along with junior faculty member Miss Brikhna and students from the 2nd and 4th semesters, visited the DPO Office in Mardan to discuss potential collaboration in Criminology. The discussion focused on student internships, seminars, and guest lectures by police officers. The initiative was well received, and both sides agreed to formalise their partnership through a future MoU.

24/04/2026

PhD Scholar Successfully Defends Research on Maternal Health Challenges in Gilgit-Baltistan

The Department of Sociology proudly announces the successful PhD defense of Mr. Shabbir Hussain, who completed his doctoral research under the supervision of Dr. Hussain Ali, Assistant Professor of Sociology.

Mr. Hussain’s PhD research, titled “Socio-Cultural Constraints to Women in Accessing Maternal Health Care Services in Gilgit-Baltistan,” provides an in-depth analysis of the multiple barriers faced by women in remote and underserved regions. The core objective of the study was to investigate the social, cultural, economic, and geographical constraints that hinder women’s access to essential maternal health care services.

The research makes a significant contribution to understanding the vulnerabilities of women in Gilgit-Baltistan—an area that has largely remained underrepresented in national-level surveys such as the Pakistan Demographic and Health Survey conducted by the National Institute of Population Studies (NIPS). Highlighting the policy relevance of his work, Mr. Hussain shared that a comprehensive policy draft has been developed and will be submitted to the Directorate General of Health, Gilgit-Baltistan, aiming to integrate the study’s recommendations into maternal and child health care programs in the region.

The external examiners for the defense were Dr. Bushra Hassan Jan from the Department of Sociology, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, and Dr. Qaiser Khalid Mehmood from the Department of Gender Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore. Dr. Aisha Jalil from NUST, Islamabad, served as the co-supervisor.

On this occasion, Dr. Ahmad Ali, Chairperson of the Department of Sociology, warmly welcomed the external examiners and appreciated the scholarly contribution of Mr. Shabbir Hussain. Faculty members and students actively engaged in the session, posing insightful questions that were addressed comprehensively by the scholar.

The examiners and the Chairperson commended the quality and relevance of the research, as well as the dedicated supervision provided by Dr. Hussain Ali. It was also noted with pride that Dr. Hussain Ali has successfully supervised three PhD scholars as a principal supervisor, reflecting his strong academic mentorship and commitment to research excellence.

The Department of Sociology congratulates Mr. Shabbir Hussain on this remarkable academic achievement and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.