Private students fear denial of higher education
Only regular candidates eligible for BS degree
LAHORE:
The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan’s new policy to discontinue the two-year bachelor’s and master’s programmes has created uncertainty for the private students who are not allowed to get admission for the four-year BS degrees.
A large number of people who appeared in the exams as private candidates, including those intending to continue studies along with jobs in various fields, will be affected by the decision to abolish the BA, BSc, MA and MSc degree programmes. The commission has advised the students and parents to avoid admission in the public or private colleges or institutions claiming to offer two-year bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes.