M.Phil Public Policy (MPhil PP)
Program Overview
Offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities (FSSH) at our campus in Islamabad.
Program Type
System
Program Modality
Total Credit Hours
Program Duration
Program Offerings
Program Description
Designed for professionals and graduates from diverse backgrounds, this program emphasizes advanced research and critical analysis in public policy. Core courses include strategic management, policy analysis, and socio-cultural dynamics, with opportunities for specialization in areas like health policy, disaster management, and governance.
Eligibility Criteria
M.Phil Public Policy (MPhil PP)
For Pakistani Nationals
16 years of Education in any subject/discipline having not less than 2.0 CGPA (semester System) or 50% (annual system) in the last Degree Program.
Admissions & Fee Structure
The M.Phil Public Policy (MPhil PP) graduate degree program is being offered in the following location:
G-7 City Campus (Islamabad)
| Intake | Seats | Timings | Days | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Male/Female | Evening | Week Days | Open |
Fee Structure (First Semester)
| For | Admission | Registration | Card | Tuition* | Exam* | Enrollment* | Lab* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani Nationals | PKR 6,988 | PKR 6,632 | PKR 635 | PKR 94,822** | PKR 13,247 | PKR 25,935 | - | PKR 148,259 |
** Tuition Fee For 13 Credit Hours @ PKR 7,294 Per Credit Hour
Notes/Instructions For Pakistani Nationals
- Fees exclude taxes & levies if applicable.
- University has discretion to revise course offering or credit hours, which may result in some variation in semester fees.
- University has discretion to revise fees & dues as deemed necessary by the authorities time to time.
- 15% discount for government employees and members of Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Important Dates To Remember
| Period | Starts | Ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | 1st November 2025 | - | - |
Merit / Selection Criteria
- Academic Records: (30%)
- Entry Test: GRE General Test to be conducted by University at the time of Admission (50%)
- Interview: (20%)
Merit Lists
No Merit Lists Published For This Program.
Degree Awarding Criteria
- Passed courses totaling at least 32 credit hours including four core courses and two additional credit hours of “Ethics in Practice” will be mandatory for all students as per university policy.
- Obtained a CGPA of 2.5 or more.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Riphah International University is pleased to offer generous financial assistance to deserving & qualifying students, which ranges from partial to full coverage of tuition.