Department of Data Sciences

BS (Data Science) has a dual emphasis on basic principles of statistics and computer science, with foundational training in statistical and mathematical aspects of data analysis. This program develops foundation on broad computer science principles, including algorithms, data structures, data management and machine learning. This program will prepare graduates for a career in data analysis, combining foundational statistical concepts with computational principles from computer science.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Data Science (DS) Programme is to integrate the research into practical, relevant solutions to address business and societal challenges. Through DS educational programs, to address the analytical and data-centric needs of a modern workforce. It serves the broader community in the translation of data into information to support and improve decision making.

Higher Secondary School Certificate or equivalent (2nd division with at least 50% marks) in pre-engineering/pre-medical/Intermediate in computer sciences/relevant subjects.

Message from the Head of the Data Sciences Department:

PEO: 01

To provide in-depth understanding and education of civil engineering by incorporating analysis, design, construction and management of engineering problems.

PEO: 02

To impart ethics and concepts of sustainable development

PEO: 03

To enhance student skills through effective communication and teamwork

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-101	Introduction to ICT	3 (2-1)
Maj/DS-102	Programming Fundamentals	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-103	Discrete Structures	3 (3-0)
FC/Math-101	Calculus & Analytic Geometry	3 (3-0)
CC/Eng-101	English Composition & Comprehension	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	16

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-104	Object Oriented Programming	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-105	Database Systems	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-106	Linear Algebra	3 (3-0)
FC/Math-102	Probability & Statistics	3 (3-0)
CC/ENg-102	Communication & Presentation Skills	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	17

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-201	Data Structures & Algorithms	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-202	Information Security	3 (3-0)
Maj/DS-203	Artificial Intelligence	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-204	Digital Logic Design	4 (3-1)
FC/Math-103	Differential Equations	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	18

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-205	Computer Networks	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-206	Computer Org. & Assembly Language	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-207	Analysis of Algorithms	3 (3-0)
Maj/DS-208	Introduction to Data Science	3 (2-1)
Maj/DS-209	Advance Statistics	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	17

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-301	Operating System	4 (3-1)
Maj/DS-302	Data Mining	3 (2-1)
Maj/DS-303	Data Warehousing & Business Intel.	3 (2-1)
EC/DS-	DS Electiv-1	3 (3-0)
EC/DS-	DS Elective-2	3 (2-1)
EC/DS-	University Elective-1	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	19

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
Maj/DS-304	Parallel & Distributed Computing	3 (2-1)
Maj/DS-305	Big Data Analytics	3 (2-1)
Maj/DS-306	Data Visualization	3 (2-1)
EC/DS-	DS Elective-3	3 (3-0)
EC/DS-	DS Elective-4	3 (3-0)
EC/DS-	University Elective-2	3 (3-0)
	Total Credits	18

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
DS-101-1	Final Year Project – I	2 (0-2)
Maj/DS-401	Software Engineering	3 (3-0)
EC/DS-	University Elective-3	3 (3-0)
CC/DS-402	Technical & Business Writing	3 (3-0)
CC/Isl-101	Islamic Studies/ Ethics	2 (2-0)
	Total Credits	13

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
DS-101-2	Final Year Project – II	4 (0-4)
EC/DS-	University Elective-4	3 (3-0)
Maj/DS-403	Professional Practices	3 (3-0)
CC/PS-101	Pakistan Studies	2 (2-0)
	Total Credits	12