The MS program in computer science imparts advanced knowledge in core Computer Science subjects and also of different streams, e.g., semantic computing. At the same time, students get initial training on how to conduct research through research thesis. The successful graduate may develop careers in Research and Development, Industry, Academia, Defense Organizations etc. At the MS level, the department of Computer Science at Muhammad Ali Jinnah University offers specializations in the fields of:
- Software Engineering
- AI and Data Science
- Information and Network Security
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 16 years of education leading to BS in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering or equivalent. Applicants with undergraduate degree from non-relevant areas may be required to take some undergraduate courses to fulfill pre-requisite deficiencies as determined by the Graduate Admission Committee. The deficiency Cr. Hrs. will not be counted towards the minimum Cr. Hrs. requirement for the award of the MS degree.
- Minimum 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% marks
- Admission Test / HEC Approved Test.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
A student admitted in this program will have to complete the degree requirements by following any one of the options given below:
| AREA | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|
| 24 Cr. Hrs. Course Work and 06 Cr. Hrs. Thesis | 30 |
| 27 Cr. Hrs. Course Work and 03 Cr. Hrs. Project | 30 |
SPECIALIZATION REQUIREMENTS
A student can claim a specialization if he/she has completed 15 Cr. Hrs. including research work, if opted, from one of the specialization area courses offered by the department. Otherwise, on the completion of 30 Cr. Hrs. he/she will be awarded the MS degree without any specialization.
DURATION
This is normally a two years program comprising of 4 semesters. There will be a Fall and a Spring semester in each year. The maximum duration to complete MS in Computer Science is 4 years.
CGPA REQUIREMENT
A student is required to earn a minimum 2.50/4.00 CGPA on the completion of his degree requirements.
Core Courses
| Course Title | Code | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Topics in Theoretical Computer Science | CS6260 | 3 |
| Applied Programming | CS5110 | 3 |
| Advanced Research Methods | CS5110 | 3 |
| Advanced Analysis of Algorithms | CS5510 | 3 |
Specialization Areas
1. Software Engineering
| Course Title | Code | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Soft¬ware Project Management | CS5140 | 3 |
| Business Process Re-Engineering | CS7630 | 3 |
| Information Processing Techniques | BI5013 | 3 |
2. AI & Data Science
| Course Title | Code | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Data Science for Mathematics | CS7640 | 3 |
| Deep Learning | CS6650 | 3 |
| Machine Learning | BI5013 | 3 |
| Information Extraction | CS7610 | 3 |
3. Network & Information Security
| Course Title | Code | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Bioinformatics | CS5650 | 3 |
| Wireless Sensor and Mesh Networking | CS7720 | 3 |
| Topics in Network Security | CS5740 | 3 |
| Enterprise Information Security | CS6730 | 3 |
| Information Security Management | CS5750 | 3 |
Research Project/Thesis
| Course Title | Code | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| Research Thesis | CS6110/CS6120 | 6 |
| Research Project | CS6130 | 3 |
Scheme of Studies
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Lec. Hrs | Lab. Hrs | Cr. Hrs. | |
| XX | XXXX | Advanced Topics in Theoretical Computer Science | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Applied Programming | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Elective I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Lec. Hrs | Lab. Hrs | Cr. Hrs. | |
| XX | XXXX | Advanced Research Methods | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Advanced Analysis of Algorithms | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Elective-II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Lec. Hrs | Lab. Hrs | Cr. Hrs. | |
| XX | XXXX | Elective-II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Elective-III / Research Thesis-I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Lec. Hrs | Lab. Hrs | Cr. Hrs. | |
| XX | XXXX | Elective-IV | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX | XXXX | Research Thesis-II / Research Project | 3 | 0 | 3 |