The Department of Computer Science offers a four-year program leading to a BS degree in Information Technology. The specialization is determined by the choice of required and elective courses taken by a student. The programs are designed to meet the growing need for computer science / IT experts in the rapidly evolving 21st century economy. Their mission is to provide graduates with a strong Computer Science / IT base that will enable them to capitalize on the increasing career opportunities in the information technology sector, to expand the limits of their knowledge by pursuing further studies, and to explore innovative approaches to computer or information technology related problems. These specializations provide highly demanded expertise, a great mobility and flexibility, and an impressive range of possible career choices in the IT industry.

The strategic objectives of BSIT program are:

1. Equip eLearning student with knowledge of concepts, application and practices associated with the IT world.
2. Enlighten eLearning student with innovative practices related to IT application for solving Information Technology/business operations and strategies productivity in local and global platform.
3. Empower eLearning student with an ability to use and analyze software programs tools effectively.
4. Develop the awareness of ethical, social, interpersonal and communication skills in eLearning student effectively.
5. Enable eLearning student to work with refinement of analytical, logical and critical thinking.
6. Inculcate and enhance research abilities of students in respective fields.
7. Equip eLearning student with ability to proper use of electronic media technologies for interacting with teachers appropriately in virtual environment.

For Applicants having 12-year Education

1. Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / ‘A’ Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission.
2. The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters.
3. Candidates having ‘A’ level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.

To become eligible for award of BS degree, a student must satisfy the following requirements:

1. Must have studied and passed the prescribed courses, totaling at least 133 credit hours.
2. Must have earned CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of at least 2.0 on a scale of of 4.0.

However, as per HEC guidelines, students enrolled in BS Program can convert their respective BS program to Associate Degree (AD) after the completion of four semesters (2 years) of their BS program. In such scenario, students are required to fulfill the following requirements:

• Student has to take and clear final project of 3 credit hours.
• Student has studied/passed all the courses to fulfill the respective AD requirement.
• In case of deficiency, student has to clear the remaining courses.
• All the study change rules defined by the university may be applied.

If student wants to exit the respective BS program before completing the four semesters, then the student will have to apply for the study change program and following will be applicable:

• Study scheme of respective AD.
• Any extra course will be treated as non-credited course.
• All the study change rules defined by the university.

Project

Students of each BS degree offered by the Computer Science & IT department must enroll and pass “CS619 Final Year Project” course, worth 6 credit hours, in the 7th Semester of respective degree program. The department intends to provide option to hardship cases who are not able to pass CS619 at the end of the 8th semester to take 2 courses each of 3 credit hours in lieu of CS619 in the subsequent semester(s) to complete their degree requirements.

Internship

As part of the BS programs offered by the Computer Science & IT department, students are required to undertake internships during their studies, ideally after completing core coursework. Internships provide valuable industry exposure, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world environments, develop professional skills, and gain practical experience. Though it is non-credited, internships are highly recommended to enhance employability and prepare students for successful careers in the technology sector.