Facilities

Library

• Extensive collection of books: contemporary & classical texts in sociology
• National and international research journals
• Digital resources for sociological research
• Focus on essential sociological themes with an interdisciplinary approach
• Archive of student dissertations and internship reports
• Regular updates to include latest research and findings

Salient Features/ Departmental linkage beyond the university

• The department has academic links with a number of researches, government, and non-government organizations to facilitate students in research, internships, and job placements.
• The department not only encourages but also mentors students to have a strong linkage with the academic community. Students are encouraged and facilitated to participate and attend the seminars, workshops, and lectures at the national and international level for their academic and professional development.

Societies

Ravian Sociological Society: Ravian's Sociological Society (founded Nov. 2019)
Prioritizes extracurricular activities for well-rounded student growth (academic, personal, professional)
Promotes civic responsibility and social awareness (Pakistan's social issues)
Activities for student development and societal engagement:

• Field trips
• Seminars
• Expert lectures
• Events

Ravian Sociological Society

The department of sociology gives importance to extra/co-curricular activities that complements academic, personal, and professional development of students. To serve this purpose, the department has established the Ravian’s Sociological Society in November 2019 to instill the values of civic responsibility. Along with providing ample opportunities to students for grooming the society creates awareness within and beyond GCU regarding Pakistan's pertinent and persistent social issues. The society regularly arranges field trips, series of seminars and lectures from distinguished experts, educational and recreational tours, events, and celebrations.