The BS-Lateral in Information Technology is designed for students with prior relevant education to complete their degree with advanced standing. The program offers a solid foundation in IT, along with specialized electives to match industry needs. It prepares graduates for diverse careers in the tech sector, further academic pursuits, and innovative problem-solving in today’s digital world.

The BS-Lateral in Information Technology program is designed to prepare students for success in today’s dynamic digital world. The key objectives of the program are to:

1. Build a solid foundation in core IT concepts, tools, and practices.
2. Encourage innovative use of IT to solve real-world business and technology challenges.
3. Develop practical skills in analyzing and applying software and systems effectively.
4. Promote ethical responsibility, strong communication, and teamwork abilities.
5. Strengthen analytical, logical, and critical thinking for effective decision-making.
6. Inspire research and exploration in emerging areas of Information Technology.
7. Equip students to confidently engage in virtual learning using digital tools and platforms.

BS-Lateral Entry Admission (for applicants with 14 years of education)

A. Applicants must hold a 2-year Associate Degree in the Computing related discipline (from an HEC-recognized institution) to be eligible for admission through BS-Lateral program. The minimum eligibility criteria are:

a. At least 2.00/4.00 CGPA in the Associate Degree (semester system),

b. Applicants must also meet the University’s general admission requirements based on 12 years of education (Minimum 50% marks).

B. The candidates having 45% marks in Intermediate and completed 2-year Associate Degree in the Computing related discipline (from an HEC-recognized institution) prior to Fall 2023 semester with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 are also eligible.

C. Candidates with foreign qualifications or Deeni Asnad must provide an equivalence certificate from HEC, Islamabad, as applicable.

Note: Applicants with a conventional BA/BSc or an Associate Degree in an unrelated discipline are not eligible.

Following are the degree titles relevant to the computing discipline:

1. ADP-Computer Science
2. ADP-Database Management System
3. ADP-Computer Networking
4. ADP-Web Design and Development
5. ADP-Information Technology
6. ADP-Software Development
7. ADP-Software Engineering
8. ADP-Web & Mobile Application Development
9. ADP-Data Science
10. ADP-Artificial Intelligence
11. ADP-Cyber Security
12. ADP-Information Security
13. ADP-Multimedia & Animation
14. ADP-Multimedia & Gaming
15. ADP-Information System
16. ADP-Computing
17. BSc-Computer Science (VU Students)
18. BCS

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

1. Must have studied and passed the prescribed courses, totaling at least 63 credit hours.
2. Must have earned CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of at least 2.0 on a scale of 4.0.

Project

Students of each BS-Lateral degree offered by the Computer Science & IT department must enroll and pass “CS619 Final Year Project” course, worth 6 credit hours, in the 3^rd 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 4^th 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-Lateral 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.