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USWA COLLEGE ISLAMABAD

PROSPECTUSBackground.1. Uswa College Islamabad is a project of Jabir Bin Hayyan (father of chemistry) Trust. This Trust is a vibrant and effective NGO working in the areas of education, health and poverty alleviation in rural areas of Pakistan. Its major focus area is the field of education. Uswa College Islamabad was established in March 2003 and the first entry of students joined the College on 13 April 2003. The College is a residential institution affiliated with the Federal Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education Islamabad.

Location.2. Uswa College Islamabad is located in Zone V of Islamabad territory, 6 KM off the Islamabad Highway on Japan Road on the right bank of Soan River (opposite Police Training College Sihala). Its picturesque landscape and open surroundings lend an ideal environment for an educational institution. Contacts of the College are : -

a. Postal. Uswa College Islamabad, Saif Ali Educational Complex Japan Road, Post Office Sihala Tehsil & District Islamabad b. Telephone: +92-51-4485611, 4486267 c. Fax: +92-51-4486268 d. E-mail: uswacollege@yahoo.com

Mission.3. Mission of the College is to groom boys to adopt successful careers and become useful members of society.

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Goals.4. In order to fulfill its mission, Uswa College Islamabad has set for itself following goals: -

a. To achieve high grades in academics by providing competent faculty and helping students discover and reach their full potential.

b. To ensure physical fitness through regular sports and physical training.

c. To improve and polish communication skills through debates, discussions, seminars, study tours and quiz programmes etc.

d. Character building and moral upgradation by creating conducive environment to inculcate following traits: -

(1) Team work, comradeship and spirit of sacrifice.

(2) Honesty, integrity and truthfulness.

(3) Correct and balanced religious orientation based on basic beliefs of Islam and love for humanity.

(4) Service to the country and society.

Level of Education.5. Boys are inducted in class VII and after six years stay at the College obtain intermediate level certificate from the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Islamabad.Management and Teaching Faculty.6. The College has well qualified and experienced staff. The entire teaching faculty hold masters degree in their respective subjects with proven track record. PTIs are retired Army personnel, well qualified to conduct sports, physical training and drill.

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Admission Policy.7. Regular admission in the College is made in class VII. Limited admissions may be made in class XI (pre-Medical, pre-Engineering and from 2010 Computer Sciences, only) subject to availability of seats. Admissions are made once a year according to the schedule and subject to the following conditions: -

a. The candidates must be between the age of 11 to 13 years and 16 to 17 years for admission in class VII, and class XI respectively on 01st April of the year of entry. No relaxation of age limit whatsoever is permitted. Attested copy of Form 'B' will be attached with the Application Form alongwith original School Leaving Certificate which should bear the date of birth of the candidate and should be stamped and signed by the Head of the Instution. The physical appearance of the candidate must correspond with the age mentioned in the Application Form.

b. The late candidates (whose one year of passing matric and applying for admission in First Year has elapsed) must submit an affidavit stating that the candidate has either not appeared in HSSC Part – I, or is ignoring the previous HSSC Part - I result to reappear as a fresh candidate in which case he must also submit the cancellation certificate issued by the concerned Board. The candidates belonging to boards other than the Federal Board must submit an NOC/migration certificate from their previous board.

c. Selection is on the basis of written test in Mathematics, English and Urdu cum Islamiyat for class VII and VIII and English, Urdu, Mathematics/Biology for class XI followed by an interview and medical fitness examination.

d. Applications for appearing in written test are invited on the prescribed form through a newspaper advertisement.

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e. Written test is held at following centers: -

Islamabad PeshawarGilgit SkarduLahore KarachiParachinarNote: In case it is not feasible to hold the entrance written

test and interview at any one of the Centres mentioned above, the candidates of that Centre shall be asked to appear at another Centre.

f. Candidates shortlisted in the written test are interviewed and medically examined.

g. Registration Fees . Every candidate is required to remit a Registration Fee of Rs. 500/- with Application Form. It is non-refundable.

Examinations.8. The College policy with regard to examinations is as under:-

a. The boys are prepared for the Secondary School Certificate (matriculation) and Intermediate examinations (F.Sc.) conducted by the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Islamabad.

b. For internal assessment and monitoring performance trend in academics, terminal tests are held at the end of each term. The Annual Promotion Examinations are held at the end of 3rd

term

c. The boys who fail in the Annual Promotion Examination are detained in the same class or withdrawn from the College.

d. Minimum pass marks in in-house examinations are 50%.

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Curriculum and Co-curricular Activities.

9. a. Curriculum of Federal Education Board is adopted as syllabi for classes from class VII to F.Sc.

b. Co-curricular Activities. In order to create awareness, improve general knowledge and broaden mental horizon, following activities are conducted: -

(1) Debates, declamation contests, quizzes and exhibitions.

(2) Guest speakers are invited to give talks on important subjects/ issues.

(3) Study tours and picnics.

Sports, Physical Training and Drill.

10. a. Robustness and physical health is instrumental in preparing young students for their productive roles in the highly competitive world of today. Based on the notion that a healthy body carries a healthy mind, the College lays great stress on physical training and sports. Drill, physical training and sports are therefore compulsory for students. These are conducted under supervision of well qualified retired armed forces instructors.

b. Grounds for following sports and physical activities are available: -(1) Basketball(2) Volleyball(3) Football(4) Hockey

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(5) Climbing ropes, heaving beams etc.(6) Badminton.(7) Athletics(8) Gymnastics

Religious Orientation.11. A conscious effort is made to help students develop correct religious orientation avoiding rigidity and sectarianism. Provision to facilitate ‘Ba-Jamaat’ prayers in the College Mosque and fasting in Ramazan is made in the College routine. Talks by guest speakers / scholars are arranged for motivation and character building.

Library.12. The College attaches great importance to library as an effective tool for acquiring knowledge. The College Library has over 3000 books and subscribes to daily newspapers and magazines to inculcate reading habit among the students. A fulltime experienced librarian has been employed to ensure upkeep and growth of the library and guide the students in selection / search of reading material.

Students’ Administrative Structure.13. The College is a residential institution where apart from academics all other activities including living, dining, sports and discipline etc are regulated through an administrative structure. Students are accommodated in Houses. Each House is headed by a House Master, assisted by Assistant House Master who are members of the teaching faculty. In order to train students in shouldering responsibilities and exercise of authority, there are a number of student Appointments i.e., House Prefect, Section Prefect etc.

Students’ Mess.14. The Mess is under the supervision of Messing Officer who is a member of the teaching staff. He is assisted by a Mess Supervisor. Students are also associated with the management of the Mess. One representative from each class is a member of the Mess Committee which meets regularly to draw up the menu and discuss ways and means of improving messing standard. The Mess Committee is presided over by the Principal. Meals

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served by the Mess include breakfast, milk break, lunch, evening tea and dinner.

Medical Facilities.15. The College plans to establish a small College Hospital. So far, however, a College dispensary has been established where a qualified dispenser provides first aid and takes serious cases to local hospitals.

Terms and Holidays.16. The academic year is divided into three terms which are normally as under: -

1st Term ............................................. August to DecemberWinter Break ………………………. Second half of December2nd Term ............................................. January to March3rd Term ............................................. April to JuneSummer Vacation …………………. 3rd week of June to Mid AugustNote: Some necessary adjustments, however, may be made owing to Eids or other factors.

Scholarships.17. The College makes efforts to arrange financial assistance for those boys who are financially handicapped and show sustained outstanding academic performance i.e. score above 80 percent marks in terminal and annual exams. The amount and duration of such financial assistance shall depend on the donations received from donor agencies.

Monthly Fees.18. Breakup of Monthly Fee. Monthly fee charged from each student is Rs. 6000/=, breakup of which is as follows:-

a. Tuition Fee Rs. 1500/=b. Messing Rs. 2500/=c. Boarding and lodging,

electricity bills, science and computer lab, medical

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(except serious ailment involving expensive treatment) sports and

College Functions etc. Rs. 1250/=d. Dhobi and Barber Rs. 250/=e. Maintenance Rs. 500/=

Total Rs. 6000/=

19. Schedule of Payment.

Period. Amount Due Datea. April, May & June Rs. 18000 By15 April

b. July, August & September Rs. 18000 By 15 August

c. October, November & December. Rs. 18000 By 15 October

d. January, February & March Rs. 18000 By 15 January

Admission Fee.20. The following funds will be charged only once at the time of admission: -

a. Security Deposit Rs. 5000/= (Refundable on leaving the College)

b. Admission Fee Rs. 3.000/-c. Building Fund Rs. 18,000/- Non-refundable

Note: The fees given above are subject to revision whenever considered necessary.

Late Payment of Fees.21. If dues are not received within due date, the students will be fined at the rate of Rs. 100/- per day for the first 10 days and Rs. 200/- per day for

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the next 10 days. Thereafter, the defaulters are liable to be withdrawn from the College.

Other Expenses.22. Policy with regard to other expenses is as follows:-

a. Free Issue

(1) Books.

(2) Uniform and sports clothing (initial issue is free, subsequent replacement will be charged)

(3) Bedding, furniture etc. (less quilt for winter) (4) Sports gear.

(5) Medicines for first aid and minor ailments.

b. Winter clothing items will be issued on payment.c. Pocket money will be provided by the parents/ guardians.

Miscellaneous23. Parents/teachers meeting is held in January, April, June and

September to discuss the overall progress of students. Exact dates of the meetings are notified in time.

24. Visitors.a. Parents/guardians can visit their sons/wards only on visiting

Sundays at following timings: -

October to March .................. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April to September ................ 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

b. Students are not allowed to invite their relatives/guests and keep them in any College building.

c. Parents/guests are not allowed to visit dorms/rooms.

25. .Leave.a. Leave is granted on a written application from parents.

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b. Leave other than the holidays authorized by the College will not be granted excepting in very exceptional circumstances. No leave will be granted for attending a wedding except of real brothers and sisters.

c. In each term, there will be fixed number of week-ends that students can avail. These are notified separately.

d. Parents/guardians are required to furnish the relevant information regarding the relatives / friends who may visit or with whom they would allow their son / ward to spend his leave / week-end.

e. Students overstaying leave/weekend without a valid reason will be fined or punished.

Telephone Calls.26. Students are not permitted to make telephone calls or receive calls from outside except on Sundays.

Discipline.27. Important College Rules. Students are not permitted to keep the following in the House: -

a. Radios, videogames, electronic appliances, personal computer, TV, mobile telephone.

b. Unauthorized medicines/drugs.

c. Money and valuables.

d. Weapons of any kind.

e. Cigarettes, narcotics in any form.

f. Matches, burners, heaters etc.

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g. Undesirable printed material and photographs.

h. Explosive/ combustible material.

f. Musical instruments.

28. Students found guilty of the following offenses are liable to be withdrawn from the College: -

a. Cheating, lying, stealing, gambling and immoral conduct.

b. Willfully damaging College property.

c. Keeping fire arms or knives of large size.

d. Breaking bounds.

e. Rudeness to the staff and seniors. Rude behavior of the students' parents towards the staff.

f. Absenting from the class and any other College activities without cogent reason.

g. Being habitually unpunctual, untidy and slovenly.

h. Smoking, using of narcotics in any form.

j. Consistently giving poor performance in academics.

k. Using of unfair means in tests/ examinations.

l. Being guilty of any act of indiscipline/ misconduct.

29. Leaving College Premises without Permission. No student is allowed to leave College premises without written permission. Despite all possible security measures, if any student leaves the

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premises / runs away, the College shall not be responsible for its consequences.

THE DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE COLLEGE IN ALL DISCIPLINARY CASES ARE FINAL AND CANNOT BE

CHALLENGED

Journey to College/Home.28. It is the responsibility of the parents/ guardians to arrange safe journey for their sons/wards for going home and coming back to the College in the beginning and end of breaks / holidays. However, where possible, the College may arrange journey of students in groups on behalf of the parents/ guardians.

Accidents/ Mishaps.

29. The College will adopt all possible measures for the safety and security of the students during their stay in the College campus. However, the College shall not be held responsible for any kind of accidents/ mishaps causing any kind of physical harm or injury.

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Appendix “D”

ADDRESS SLIP

(Give below your complete address in block capitals on all the slips for dispatch of letters. The address MUST be the same as given at serial # 9 of the application form)

REGISTEREDCandidate’s full name: _______________________________________

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FACULTY

Brig Ghulam Ali (R) Mr. Muhammad SaeedM.Sc., MBA B.A.L.L.BPrincipal Lecturer Pak./Social Studies

Mr. Ahmed Hasnain Mr. Zafar HusainM.A (Urdu) M.A. (Arabic & Islamic Studies)Vice Principal Lecturer Islamic StudiesHead of Urdu Deptt.

S. M. Naveed Haider Mr. Ahsan ImtiazM.A (Arabic) M.Sc. (Physics)A.V.P / Lecturer Islamic Lecturer MathematicsStudies & Arabic

S. Sibt-ul-Hasan Kazmi Syed Muzzamil Husain ShahM.C.S, M.Sc.(Maths), B.Ed. M.A (Urdu), Honours in Persian Lecturer Maths. Lecturer Urdu

S. Hasan Hamid Naqvi Mr. Jafar HasnainM.A(Eng), M.A(P.S) M.Sc. (Maths)Head of English Deptt. Lecturer Mathematics

Mr. Irfan Ashraf Mr. Salman ZuhairM.S. Ed./B.Ed. M.Sc. (Maths.).Lecturer Chemistry & Biology Lecturer Mathematics

S. M. Ahmed Zaidi Mr. Sher MuhammadM.A (Urdu), M.A(Pers), M.A(I.S) M.Sc. (Chemistry),M.O.L Lecturer Chemistry

Mr. Kazim Ali Raza Mr. Mureed AbbasM.Sc.(Phy), B.Ed M.Sc. (Chemistry),Lecturer Physics Lecturer Chemistry

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Mr. Aaqib Majeed Mr. Abdul MajeedM.Phil(Maths) M.Sc(Physics)Lecturer Mathematics Lecturer Physics

Syed Khurshid Abbas Mr. Abdul RaufM.A (English), M.Ed. M.Phil (Urdu)Lecturer English Lecturer Urdu

Syed Mohsin Abbas Rizvi Hav. Javed Iqbal (R)Certificate in Library Science Athletic Coach Course,Librarian Advance PT Course

PTI / Drill Instructor

Mr. Subh-e-SadiqPT Course PTI