Self Assessment

Self Assessment

SAR / PREE 2026

Academic Audit at RWU 2026

Quality Enhancement Cell, RWU, successfully conducted the Academic Audit 2025–2026 for 13 undergraduate and 10 graduate programs at RWU The review visits were held on February 16 till March 6th, 2026 , under the leadership of Dr. Baqir Husnain, Director QEC. The external review panel comprised Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zeeshan Hyder (COMSATS University Islamabad), Prof. Dr. Muhammad Abbas (FAST University Islamabad), Prof. Dr. Bushra Yasmin (Director QEC, FJWU ), and Dr. Syed Hussain Mustafa Gillani (Director QEC, Kohsar University Murree), while the internal assessment team included Prof. Dr. Rooh ul Amin, Professor, Department of English, and Dr. Baqir Husnain, Director QEC, RWU. The participating departments included Business Administration, Botany, Chemistry, English, Fine Arts, Media and Communication Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics, and Zoology. The review teams evaluated each program against HEC Quality Assurance Standards, focusing on academic governance, curriculum, teaching and learning, assessment, research, faculty, infrastructure, and student support services. Based on the review findings, comprehensive implementation plans were developed for each department to address identified gaps, strengthen academic quality, and promote a culture of continuous improvement, reaffirming RWU’s commitment to excellence in higher education

Academic Audit / PGPR/ PREE Visit (May 15–30, 2025)

awalpindi Women University (RWU) successfully conducted an academic audit, including the Program Review & Evaluation Exercise (PREE) and Postgraduate Program Review (PGPR), organized by the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) on May 15, 19, 20, 21, 29, and 30, 2025. Led by Dr. Baqir Husnain, Director QEC, along with the QEC team and an esteemed panel of external reviewers, the process provided constructive insights into the university’s academic strengths and areas for improvement. The participating programs included M.Phil. in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Communication and Media Studies, English, Psychology, and Management Sciences. The audit involved a distinguished team of subject experts from renowned institutions. Departments were evaluated by domain specialists including Dr. Tahir Abbas Shah and Mr. Humayun Awan (Zoology); Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zeeshan Hyder and Mr. Humayun Awan (Botany); Prof. Dr. Manzar Sohail and Dr. M. Arif Nadeem Saqib (Chemistry); Prof. Dr. Saifullah Awan (Physics); Prof. Dr. Sohail Nadeem and Mr. Humayun Awan (Mathematics); Dr. Zamir Hussain and Mr. Humayun Awan (Statistics); Dr. Ghulam Ali and Dr. Syed Hussain Mustafa Gillani (English); Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zahid and Dr. Gillani (Management Sciences); Dr. Tamkeen Saleem and Dr. Gillani (Psychology); and Prof. Dr. Syed Abdul Siraj and Dr. Gillani (Communication & Media Studies). The review process emphasized curriculum relevance, research contributions, and the enhancement of student learning outcomes. As a vital component of RWU’s ongoing quality assurance framework, the audit reinforced the university’s commitment to maintaining high academic standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) at Rawalpindi Women University (RWU) conducted a Postgraduate Performance Review (PGPR) on June 25 and 26, 2024, to assess the academic and research outcomes of postgraduate programs across 10 departments. A dedicated committee of faculty members, Deputy Registrar and the QEC team evaluated curriculum effectiveness, research quality, faculty performance, and student achievements. The review ensured that RWU’s postgraduate programs meet high academic standards. The insights from this review will guide future improvements and enhance the educational experience for postgraduate students. The successful completion of the review underscores RWU’s commitment to academic excellence. This process further strengthens RWU’s dedication to continuous improvement and innovation

On June 6, 2023, Quality Enhancement Cell- RWU organized an External Assessment Audit for the Zoology, Chemistry, Botany, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics, and Business Administration departments, reflecting the institution’s commitment to quality education and continuous improvement. The audit was conducted by a team of distinguished professionals, including Dr. Sajid Naeem (PMAS, Arid Agricultural University), Dr. Naveed Kausar Janjua (QAU, Islamabad), Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad (QAU, Islamabad), Dr. Zahid Iqbal (AIOU), Dr. Shoaib Hassan (NUML), and Dr. Fawad Sadiq (Riphah University).  The QEC team, led by Dr. Baqir Husnain, Additional Director QEC, and supported by Ms. Iraj Munawar Gill and Ms. Shazia Shoukat, facilitated the smooth execution of the audit process. Feedback from the externals focused on identifying strengths, suggesting areas for improvement, and recommending measures to enhance the quality of education and research, with the university committed to implementing these recommendations and further solidifying its reputation as a leading institution in Pakistan.