Academic Advisement
Academic advisement is a collaborative process between students and Academic Advisors that supports academic progress, informed decision-making, and educational and career development. Academic Advisors provide guidance on academic policies and regulations, course selection, degree requirements, and relevant academic and personal support resources available at LUMS.
Students are encouraged to follow the four-year academic plan outlined in the Undergraduate Student Handbook, which provides a roadmap of the courses and degree requirements to be completed throughout their undergraduate studies. If a student wishes to deviate from the recommended plan, they should consult their Academic Advisor to review their course selection and ensure that any changes align with their degree requirements and academic progression, helping them stay on track for timely graduation.
Major Requirements and Academic Progress
Students must fulfil the requirements of their chosen major to complete their degree. For Accounting and Finance (ACF) and Management Science (MGS), the relevant major requirements and core courses provide a framework for planning coursework and progressing towards graduation.
The Office of Undergraduate Student Advising (OUSA) monitors students’ academic progress and provides additional guidance to those who may be at risk of falling behind in their degree requirements. Students experiencing academic difficulties, including those on Academic Warning or Academic Probation, may be required to work with their Academic Advisor to develop an academic improvement plan.
Students considering a change of major should consult their Academic Advisor to understand the relevant eligibility criteria, academic requirements, and implications for degree completion.
Academic Advisement and Course Enrolment
All students are encouraged to seek academic advising before course enrolment, particularly when planning their course load, reviewing degree requirements, or considering changes to their academic plan. Students should also consult their Academic Advisor whenever their circumstances or academic goals change.
OUSA provides individual advising appointments to support students with academic planning and course selection ahead of upcoming semesters.
Types of Academic Advisement
OUSA–SDSB provides guidance in the following areas:
- Academic Planning and Course Selection
- Major and Minor Selection
- Transfer Advisement
- Vulnerable Advisement
- Early Alert Advisement
- Graduation Audit
Contact the Office of Undergraduate Student Advising
When requesting an appointment, please indicate the topics you would like to discuss so that your query can be directed appropriately.
For academic guidance or assistance with scheduling an appointment, please contact OUSA–SDSB at undergradadvising.sdsb@lums.edu.pk or visit our offices on the ground floor of the SDSB Building (Rooms G-0014, G-0023, and G-0024).