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Introduction of the Program:

The Bachelor’s of Science (BS) in Computer Science program at the Information Technology University of the Punjab (ITU) aims to impart a research-oriented and design-centered education producing individuals that would transform the IT industry of Pakistan. Our curriculum is intelligently tailored to meet the knowledge and skills gap in the industry. In addition, courses are taught by renowned faculty with diverse national and international experiences. Research at ITU’s multiple research centers is rigorous and is undertaken in active collaboration with foreign and local partners. By becoming involved with a diverse array of research projects, our students add to their classroom knowledge and, gain hands-on, practical work experience to sharpen their skills. Ultimately, the combination of our well-designed curriculum, highly experienced and foreign qualified faculty, and opportunities to hone skills through practical research experience means that our students graduate as highly skilled professionals ready for a competitive job market.

The Department of Computer Science at Information Technology University has been awarded the highest-rated “W” category by the National Computing Education and Accreditation Council (NCEAC).

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The BS Computer Science program aims to produce graduates:

  1. Who have the ability to design, implement, and analyze computational systems and algorithms
  2. Are well-equipped with the theoretical concepts of computing 
  3. Are capable of tackling of complex computer science related problems in the real world

Graduate Attributes

To adopt the Outcome Based Education (OBE) quality assurance process, the Department of Computer Science has adopted the Graduate Attributes presented in the Table below:

Graduate Attribute (GA)

Description

GA-1 Academic Education

Completion of an accredited program of study designed to prepare graduates as computing professionals.

GA-2 Knowledge for Solving Computing Problems

Apply knowledge of computing fundamentals, knowledge of a computing specialization, and mathematics, science, and domain knowledge appropriate for the computing specialization for the abstraction and conceptualization of computing models from defined problems and requirements.

GA-3 Problem Analysis

Identify and solve complex computing problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental principles of mathematics, computing sciences, and relevant domain disciplines.

GA-4 Design/Development of Solutions

Design and evaluate solutions for complex computing problems, and design and evaluate systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs.

GA-5 Modern Tool Usage

Create, select, or adapt and then apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern computing tools to complex computing activities, with an understanding of the limitations.

GA-6 Individual and Teamwork

Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader of a team in multidisciplinary settings.

GA-7 Communication

Communicate effectively with the computing community about complex computing activities by being able to comprehend and write effective reports, design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and understand clear instructions.

GA-8 Computing Professionalism and Society

Understand and assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts, and the consequential responsibilities relevant to professional computing practice.

GA-9 Ethics

Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice.

GA-10 Life-long Learning

Recognize the need, and have the ability, to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional.

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply?

Applicants who have completed their F.Sc (Pre – Engineering), F.Sc (Pre-Medical), FA (Mathematics, Statistics, Economics), ICS, A’ Levels, High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or equivalent, or will do so in the 2025 session.*

  • Scored 50% marks or above in Matriculation or equivalent examination
    AND
  • Scored 50% marks or above in Intermediate in the above mentioned groups or equivalent examination*
  • Minimum score for eligibility is 50% in the ITU Admissions Test
    OR
  • To be exempted from the ITU Admissions Test:
    SAT I with at least 550 score in each section: Math and EBRW (Verbal)
    OR
    USAT-CS, USAT-E, USAT-GS Test with minimum required score 50%

Details*

  • Successfully cleared 3 subjects in A-Levels with one of the following groups (students awaiting A’ Level results are also eligible to apply):
    Group I (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
    Group II (Mathematics with any two subjects)
  • A GPA of at least B in American High School Diploma
  • Scored at least 28 out of 45 points in IB Diploma Program
  • Those applicants who have not studied Mathematics during their HSSC (Pre-Medical) or equivalent degrees (A Levels, HSD, and IB) will have to pass an extra 6 credit hours of two foundation Mathematics courses in addition to the regular semester load during the first year, otherwise their admission will be revoked

General Notes

Note: Per HEC rules, candidates who have completed 12 years of education and obtained degrees other than Matriculation (SSC) or Intermediate (HSSC) will be required to obtain an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad.

AS Level and General Studies are not accepted.

Admission Test

Applicants can take the ITU Admission Test, SAT OR USAT for admission to ITU.

ITU Admission Test

The ITU Admission Test will be held at the ITU campus an Arfa Software Technology Park in Lahore.
The test will be 90 mins. long and will comprise mostly of Multiple-Choice Questions. A minimum score of 50% is required.
For information about dates please click here here.

Entry Test Pattern
Sample Paper

SAT

Applicants who have taken the SAT (through Collegeboard USA) during the last two years, can be exempted from the ITU Admissions Test. SAT scores can be reported to ITU officially from the testing agency. The college code for reporting SAT scores to ITU is 7537. Please refer to the Collegeboard website for details about the SAT test and score report delivery.
You must have to upload the result card and payment proof after declaration of result on ITU admission portal.

Discipline Required SAT Test Minimum Score
BS-Computer Science
SAT I – Math.
SAT I – Verbal
550
550

For information about dates please click here.

USAT

Applicants who have taken the USAT-CS, USAT-E and USAT-GS with minimum required score 50% during the last one year, can be exempted from the ITU Admissions Test.
You must have to upload the result card after declaration of result on ITU admission portal.
Validity: July 2024 – June 2025
For information about dates please click here.

Fee Structure

New Intake 2025

Semesters Tuition Fee University Dues Semester Wise Total Fee
First Semester 157,000 45,000 202,000
Second Semester 157,000 38,250 195,250
Third Semester 164,000 40,000 204,000
Fourth Semester 164,000 40,000 204,000
Fifth Semester 173,000 42,000 215,000
Sixth Semester 173,000 42,000 215,000
Seventh Semester 181,000 44,000 225,000
Eight Semester 181,000 44,000 225,000
Total Degree Fee 1,350,000 335,250 1,685,250
  • A lump sum tuition fee will be charged for the semester as per the total required credit hours according to the approved roadmap/program structure of the respective degree program.
  • The fee for a summer semester, course repeat/improvement will be charged Rs.9,200/per credit hour.

Total Annual Cost Per Student (Approx.)

Cost Per Student (2024-2025) in PKR
Total Annual Cost Per Student (Approx) 6,27,500
Subsidy from Provincial Government 73,750
Subsidy from Federal Government 83,125
Subsidy from ITU Endowment & investment incomes 1,73,750
Average Per Student Fees Contribution 2,96,875

For BS Batches (2023, 2024)

Semesters Tuition Fee Other Dues Semester Wise Total Fee
Fall-2025 157,000 38,250 195,250
Spring-2026 157,000 38,250 195,250
Fall-2026 164,000 40,000 204,000
Spring-2027 164,000 40,000 204,000
Fall-2027 173,00 42,000 215,000
Spring-2028 173,000 42,000 215,000
988,000
240,500 1,228,500
  • A lump sum tuition fee will be charged for the semester as per the total required CR hrs according to the approved roadmap/program structure of the respective degree
  • The fee for a summer semester, course repeat/improvement will be charged For BS Programs: Rs.9,200/per credit hour.

For BS Batch 2022

Semesters Tuition Fee Other Dues Semester Wise Total Fee
Fall-2025 137,000 35,500 172,500
Spring-2026 137,000 35,500 172,500
274,000 71,000 345,000
  • A lump sum tuition fee will be charged for the semester as per the total required credit hours according to the approved roadmap/program structure of the respective degree
  • The fee for a summer semester, course repeat/improvement will be charged For BS Programs: Rs.8,000/per credit hour.

Fee for International Students

Particular Fee for the International Students
Admission Fee 50$
University Dues (Per Semester) 200$
  • A 5% annual increment has been implemented on all dues.
  • Revised approved fee structure will be implemented from Fall-2025 session.

Program Structure

Information Technology University is home to some of the most venerated academic programs in the world, having established the fields of technology, the first technology research oriented university in Pakistan.

Curriculum 2017

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE – BSCS (4 Years)

SCHEME OF STUDIES FOR EIGHT SEMESTERS- (Applied from 2017 till 2022)

Structure – Roadmap:

Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester I
English Composition and Comprehension HU102 GEC 3
Calculus and Analytical Geometry MT110 MSFC 3
Pakistan Studies HU161 GEC 3
Computing Fundamentals and Programming CS102 CC 4
Intro to Info. & Comm. Technologies (ICT) CS103 GEC 3
Quran Translation-I QT101 1*
Foundation Math-I MT160 Pre-Medical 3*
Semester Credit Hours   16
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester II
Object Oriented Programming CS152 CC Programming Fundamentals 4
Communication Skills HU202 GEC English Composition and Comprehension 3
Differential Equations MT232 CSS 3
Basic Electronics PH122 MSFC 4
Islamic Studies HU150 GEC 2
Foundation Math-II MT161 3*
Semester Credit Hours   16
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester III
Linear Algebra MT121 MSFC 3
Digital Logic Design EE233 DC Basic Electronics 4
Data Structures and Algorithms CS244 CC Object Oriented Programming 4
Discrete Structures CS231 CC 3
University Elective-I UE 3
Quran Translation-II QT102 1*
Semester Credit Hours   17
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester IV
Computer Architecture & Assembly Language CS387 DC Computing Fundamentals and Programming, Digital Logic Design 4
Design & Analysis of Algorithms CS264 DC Data Structures and Algorithms, Discrete Structures 3
Database Systems CS254 CC Data Structures and Algorithms 4
Multivariate Calculus MT242 CSS Differential Equations 3
University Elective-II UE (Management Related) 3
Semester Credit Hours   17
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester V
Probability and Statistics CS354 MSFC 3
Artificial Intelligence CS333 DC Discrete Structures 4
Operating Systems CS344 CC Data Structures and Algorithms 4
Computer Science Elective-I CSE 3
Computer Science Elective-II CSE 3
Quran Translation-III QT103 1*
Semester Credit Hours   17
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VI
Theory of Automata CS375 DC Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3
Parallel and Distributed Computing CS300 DC Operating Systems 3
Data Communication & Computer Networks CS365 CC Operating Systems 4
Computer Science Elective-III CSE 3
Computer Science Elective-IV CSE 3
Professional Practices GEC 3
Semester Credit Hours   19
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VII
Technical and Business Writing SS200 GEC 3
Numerical Computing MT433 CSS Multivariate Calculus 3
Software Engineering CS453 CC 3
Compiler Construction CS426 DC Theory of Automata 3
Final Year Project-I CS491 CC 3
Computer Science Elective-V CSE 3
Quran Translation-IV QT104 1*
Semester Credit Hours   18
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VIII
Information Security CS446 CC 3
Final Year Project-II CS492 CC 3
Computer Science Elective-VI CSE 3
University Elective-III UE (Economy) 3
University Elective-IV UE (Social Science) 3
Semester Credit Hours   15
Degree Total Credits   135

Note:

  • Foundation Math* credit hours apply only to pre-medical students.
  • QT I to IV* accounts for 4 credit hours, classified under other credit hours earned.

The tentative list of undergraduate electives to be offered during the degree program is provided below.

Undergraduate Electives
Web Design and Development
Mobile Application Development
Mobile Application
Game Development
Web Design and Development
Introduction to Speech Processing
Speech Processing
Deep Learning
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
ML and DL Ops
Medical Image Computing
Advanced Algorithms Analysis
Cyber-Physical Systems
LLM and Generative Models
Remote  Sensing: Data & Methods
Theory and Application of Virtual Reality
Spatial Data Science
Computer Vision
Blockchain

Note:

• Please note that the electives are subject to change.

• Please note that some electives will only be offered from the third year onward.

The following are the course categories and their credit hours per HEC requirements and their abbreviations:

Course Group Abbreviation Credit Hours
General Education Course GEC 20
Math & Science Foundation Course MSFC 13
Computing– Core CC 39
University Electives UE 12
Common Courses 84
Domain Core (Computer Science) DC 24
Domain (Computer Science) Supporting CSS 09
Domain (Computer Science) Electives CSE 18
Domain Courses 51
Total 135

Probation Policy

  1. First-year students are required to earn a minimum 1:00 CGPA; and from Second year onwards, 1.50 CGPA to continue their studies at ITU and as a result of failing to achieve so, their admission will be revoked.
  2. For 2nd year and onwards, undergraduate students who earn a CGPA less than 2.00 shall be placed on Academic probation. The students on probation shall receive their results with a warning. After two warnings, if a student fails to improve his/her CGPA to 2.00 or above, and receives an academic probation for the third time, his/her name shall be removed from the University rolls.

Note: All students on 2nd probation will be allowed to enroll only for repeat courses in the next semester.

Level & Year Regular

(CGPA)

 Probation

(CGPA)

 Revoke

(CGPA)
Undergraduate

1st Year

 2.00 & above 1:00-1.99 Less than 1.00
Undergraduate

2nd Year and Above

 2.00 & above 1.50-1.99 Less than 1.50

Minimum Degree Requirement

Each department in the University shall certify its students to the Examinations Department for the award of degrees. The minimum requirement for the award of an undergraduate degree shall be a CGPA of 2.00 (on 4.00 scale).

Time Limit for the Completion of Degree

Time limit for the completion of the 4 years’ Undergraduate degree and Graduate/M.Phil. shall ordinarily be four years and two years respectively from the beginning of the first course counted towards the degree. However, a 4 years’ degree program can be extended up to 6 years and a 2 years’ degree program can be extended up to 4 years.

Credit Hour Requirements for FYP

For the Final Year Project (FYP) in undergraduate programs, a minimum of 90 credit hours must be passed.


Curriculum 2023

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE – BSCS (4 Years)

SCHEME OF STUDIES FOR EIGHT SEMESTERS- (Applied from Fall 2023)

Structure – Roadmap:

Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester I
Functional English HU103 GE 3 (3-0)
Quantitative Reasoning- 1 (Discrete Structures CS231 GE 3 (3-0)
Quantitative Reasoning- 2 (Calculus and Analytical Geometry) MT110 GE 3 (3-0)
Programming Fundamentals CS110 CC 4 (3-3)
Application of Information and Communication Technologies CS104 GE 3 (2-3)
Quran Translation-I QT101 1* (1-0)
Foundation Math-I MT160 3*
Semester Credit Hours   16 (15-6) / 20*
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester II
Object Oriented Programming CS152 CC Programming Fundamentals 4 (3-3)
Digital Logic Design CS233 3 (2-3)
Multivariate Calculus MT242 MT Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3 (3-0)
Linear Algebra MT121 MT Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3 (3-0)
Database Systems CS254 CC 4 (3-3)
Foundation Math-II MT161 3*
Semester Credit Hours   17 (14-9) / 20*
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester III
Data Structures CS234 CC OOP 4 (3-3)
Artificial Intelligence CS220 CC 3 (2-3)
Computer Networks CS165 CC 3 (2-3)
Islamic Studies’ HU161 GE 2(2-0)
Probability & Statistics CS354 MT 3 (3-0)
Computer Science Elective-I CSE 3 (2-3)
Quran Translation-II QT102 1*(1-0)
Semester Credit Hours   18 (15-12)
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester IV
Computer Organization & Assembly Language CS287 CC DLD 3 (2-3)
Computer Science Elective- II CS375 CSE 3 (2-3)
Advanced Database Management Systems CS355 DC DB 3 (2-3)
Natural Science (Applied Physics) GE 3 (2-3)
Expository Writing GE ECC 3 (3-0)
Software Engineering CS453 CC 3 (3-0)
Semester Credit Hours   18 (14-12)
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester V
Operating Systems CC 3 (2-3)
HCI & Computer Graphics DC 3 (2-3)
Computer Architecture DC Computer Organization & Assembly Language 3 (2-3)
Theory of Automata DC 3 (3-0)
Analysis of Algorithms CC Data Structures 3 (2-3)
Social Science (Example: Introduction to Management) GE 2 (2-0)
Quran Translation-III QT103 1*
Semester Credit Hours   17 (14-12)
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VI
Information Security CC 3 (2-3)
Entrepreneurship GE 2 (2-0)
Computer Science Elective-III (Example: Advanced Programming- Visual Prog) CSE 3 (2-3)
Computer Science Elective- IV (Example: Numerical Analysis) CSE 3 (2-3)
Computer Science Elective- V (Example: Web Engineering) CSE 3 (2-3)
Elective Supporting Course (Example: Introduction to Marketing or Financial Accounting)’ EE/SS 3 (3-0)
Semester Credit Hours   17 (13-12)
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VII
Technical and Business Writing SS200 MT ECC 3 (3-0)
Parallel and Distributed Computing DC Operating Systems 3 (2-3)
Computer Science Elective- VI (Example: Software Testing & Quality Assurance) CSE 3 (2-3)
Computer Science Elective- VII CSE 3 (2-3)
Final Year Project-I CC 2 (0-6)
Compiler Construction DC Theory of Automata 3 (2-3)
Quran Translation-IV QT104 1*
Semester Credit Hours   17 (12-18)
Course Title Course Code Course Category Pre Requisite Course Hours
Semester VIII
Final Year Project-II CC FYP-I 4 (0-12)
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan GE 2 (2-0)
Arts & Humanities (Professional Practices) GE 2 (2-0)
Civic and Community Engagement GE 2 (2-0)
Semester Credit Hours   10 (6-12)
Degree Total Credits   130 (103-90)

Note:

  • Foundation Math* credit hours apply only to pre-medical students.
  • QT I to IV* accounts for 4 credit hours, classified under other credit hours earned.

The tentative list of undergraduate electives to be offered during the degree program is provided below.

Undergraduate Electives
Web Design and Development
Mobile Application Development
Mobile Application
Game Development
Web Design and Development
Introduction to Speech Processing
Speech Processing
Deep Learning
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
ML and DL Ops
Medical Image Computing
Advanced Algorithms Analysis
Cyber-Physical Systems
LLM and Generative Models
Remote  Sensing: Data & Methods
Theory and Application of Virtual Reality
Spatial Data Science
Computer Vision
Blockchain

Note:

• Please note that the electives are subject to change.

• Please note that some electives will only be offered from the third year onward.

The following are the course categories and their credit hours per HEC requirements and their abbreviations:

Course Group Abbreviation Credit Hours No of Courses
General Education Requirement GE 30 12
Mathematics & Supporting Course MT 12 04
Computing– Core CC 46 14
Elective Supporting Courses ES/SS 03 01
Common Courses 91 31
Domain Core (Computer Science) DC 18 06
Domain (Computer Science) Electives CSE 21 07
Domain Courses 39 13
Total 130 44

Probation Policy

  1. First-year students are required to earn a minimum 1:00 CGPA; and from Second year onwards, 1.50 CGPA to continue their studies at ITU and as a result of failing to achieve so, their admission will be revoked.
  2. For 2nd year and onwards, undergraduate students who earn a CGPA less than 2.00 shall be placed on Academic probation. The students on probation shall receive their results with a warning. After two warnings, if a student fails to improve his/her CGPA to 2.00 or above, and receives an academic probation for the third time, his/her name shall be removed from the University rolls.

Note: All students on 2nd probation will be allowed to enroll only for repeat courses in the next semester.

Level & Year Regular

(CGPA)

 Probation

(CGPA)

 Revoke

(CGPA)
Undergraduate

1st Year

 2.00 & above 1:00-1.99 Less than 1.00
Undergraduate

2nd Year and Above

 2.00 & above 1.50-1.99 Less than 1.50

Minimum Degree Requirement

Each department in the University shall certify its students to the Examinations Department for the award of degrees. The minimum requirement for the award of an undergraduate degree shall be a CGPA of 2.00 (on 4.00 scale).

Time Limit for the Completion of Degree

Time limit for the completion of the 4 years’ Undergraduate degree and Graduate/M.Phil. shall ordinarily be four years and two years respectively from the beginning of the first course counted towards the degree. However, a 4 years’ degree program can be extended up to 6 years and a 2 years’ degree program can be extended up to 4 years.

Credit Hour Requirements for FYP

For the Final Year Project (FYP) in undergraduate programs, a minimum of 90 credit hours must be passed.