VU:MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science is a research based degree program being offered by Department of Computer Science at Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar,Multan,Gujranwala and Sialkot. The program is designed to produce academicians and professionals of high quality throughout the country. Course work designed for MS in Computer Science provides a breadth based knowledge of the field whereas the specialization equips the students with in-depth knowledge of a specific area of computer science.

Duration

It is a two-year duration program spread over four semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration.

Eligibility Requirements

16-year education i.e., BS in Computer Science/ BS in Information Technology/ Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)/ Master of Computer Science/ Master of Information Technology/ M.Sc. (Computer Science) from a recognized institution. Candidate must have at least CGPA 2.50 out of 4 or first division wherein GPA system not implemented (Note: Limited seats are available on merit basis).

Each candidate is required to pass the NTS – GAT-General test (with minimum 50% marks). Candidate already qualified NTS-GAT-General has to attach attested photocopy of valid NTS result with their admission form, otherwise select one of the following centers where you intend to appear of NTS test scheduled at to be held on September 26. 2010 Sunday at 10 AM by the University.

1) Gujranwala  2) Islamabad  3) Lahore  4) Karachi  5) Peshawar

For detailed information about NTS Test (GAT-General) visit NTS website http://www.nts.org.pk/GAT/GAT.asp . Virtual University of Pakistan arranges NTS Test (GAT-General) at the time of MS (CS) admission (for detail www.vu.edu.pk ) for those that have not yet qualified NTS-Test for VU MSCS Admission. Test will be held at the VU designated centers.

Assessment of Study Progress

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, online quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term examinations.

Award of Degree

For the award of the Master of Science in Computer Science degree, a student is required to complete the 24-credit hours course work program and six-credit hour thesis research with minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00.

Courses of Study

Following are the courses of MS (CS) program. The courses may be revised from time to time as a result of continuous review to bring them at par with courses being taught at top class foreign universities. While reviewing the courses, need of local industry and job market is also given full consideration. MS (CS) program is 30-credit hours program comprised of followings:

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(Note: If the schedule of courses pursued by a candidate does not provide adequate background for the degree course, which he/she intends to take up, he/she may be required to make up the deficiency by taking one or more additional course (s) of deficiency level as may be prescribed by the University).

Fee Structure

Fee payable at the time of submission of admission application form is Rs. 16,700/- (includes admission fee, registration fee, security, fall semester enrolment fee and NTS test fee). If a candidate has already qualified NTS-GATS-General test then NTS fee Rs. 700/- will be adjusted later. Details of fee structure are as under:

Fee Structure	Amount (Rs.)
Admission Fee (Once)	5,000/-
Registration Fee (Once)	2,000/-
Security Fee (Once, refundable)	5,000/-
NTS-GATS-General Test Fee	700/-
Enrollment Fee/Semester	4,000/-
Tuition Fee/credit hour	2,500/-
Thesis Fee	14,000/-
Fee payable with Admission Application Form is Rs. 16,700/-

Semester Schedule (Fall 2010)  

Last date to file admission application form:       September 17, 2010

NTS-GAT-General Test:                                     September 26, 2010

Display of Admission Merit List:                         October 2, 2010

Orientation & Commencement of Classes:          October 4, 2010