Department of
Computer Science and Information Technology
Graduate Program
MS Computer Science
Department of
MS Computer Science
The MS (Computer Science) comprises of both course work as well as research component. There are four ‘core courses’ aimed at strengthening the understanding and competence of students in computer science fundamentals. The University expects its MS graduates to pursue careers either as ‘Computer Science Faculty Members’ or as ‘Software Development Managers’ in the industry.
Over the course of their studies, they will develop a broad base of knowledge with the opportunity to specialize in an area of particular interest. The learning will be reinforced with practical, hands-on team projects, where you’ll apply your skills to real world problems.
The need for computer science experts is thriving in every job space and is not limited to technology. Since this is a highly in-demand career choice with high paying salaries, an advanced education coupled with excellent skills is mandatory. Following are some of the popular computer science career tracks that can be pursued by graduates:
Computer science with its applications in almost every field, CS gives you the maximum options to land a job in any industry. Our MS program primarily focuses on three different streams i.e. Artificial Intelligence, Software engineering and computer Networks.
Artificial Intelligence
The need for skilled AI professionals spans nearly every industry, including: Financial services, Healthcare, Technology, Media, Marketing, Government and military, National security, IoT-enabled systems, Agriculture, Gaming and Retail. Following are some of the popular AI career tracks that can be pursued by graduates:
Software Engineering
With specialization in software engineering could be employed by a company specializing in software engineering/development or other areas of IT, which may be broad in scope or specific to an area, such as app or website development. Student could also be employed in-house in an IT role, such as a software engineer/developer, for companies across a range of sectors including financial services, IT, health care, media and government etc. Following are some of the popular software engineering career tracks that can be pursued by graduates:
Another option is to set up your own business or work as a freelancer, providing software or other IT-related services.
Computer Networks
Computer Networking and IT in general, is a fast-growing field. In addition to having excellent upside in terms of job availability, computer networking jobs also tend to pay very well. Following are some of the popular Computer Networks career tracks that can be pursued by graduates:
Computer science experts are required and valued in almost every field. Many businesses and even governments depend on computer scientists to provide efficient services to their customers. Therefore there is an ever growing demand for a specialized MS/M.Phil. program in the Computer Science domain.
Grand Asian University Sialkot (GAUS) is a modern, demand-driven, futuristic, quality conscious and affordable private university. The University wishes to build its future through internationally recognized research work, scholarship and learning within a distinctive scholarly environment. The vision will inspire GAUS to strive hard in competing globally for better Pakistan based on Knowledge economy characterized by high levels of skills, lifelong learning and innovation.
A degree of BS (CS) or equivalent as per HEC curriculum after 16 years of education with at least 60% marks or CGPA of at least 2.0 (on a scale of 4.0).
The following core courses are recommended to be completed before entering the MS (CS) program.
A student selected for admission having deficiency in the above stated courses may be required to study a maximum of FOUR courses, which must be passed in the first two semesters. Deficiency courses shall be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee, before admitting the student.
A student cannot register in MS courses, unless all specified deficiency courses have been passed.
Semester I
(Program is equivalent to 18 years of education)
Minimum Duration: 2 years ( through 4 regular semesters (Fall/Spring))
Minimum Credits: 31
Semester I
Course Code |
Title of Course |
Credits |
Semester |
CSC-511 | Theory of Programming Languages | 3 | 1 |
CSC-512 | Advanced Analysis of Algorithms | 3 | 1 |
CSC-513 | Advanced Operating Systems | 3 | 1 |
Semester II
Course Code |
Title of Course |
Credits |
Semester |
CSC-514 | Advanced Research Methodology | 1 | 2 |
CSC-515 | Advanced Computer Architecture | 3 | 2 |
Elective I | 3 | 2 | |
Elective II | 3 | 2 |
Semester III
Course Code |
Title of Course |
Credits |
Semester |
Elective III | 3 | 3 | |
Thesis-I / Elective Course | 3 | 3 |
Semester IV
Course Code |
Title of Course |
Credits |
Semester |
Thesis-I / Elective Course | 3 | 4 | |
Elective IV | 3 | 4 |
Course Code | Title of Course | Credits |
Thesis (with successful defense) in MS (CS)* | 6 |
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