CECOS University

Computer Science

WELCOME TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

The Department of Computer Science at CECOS University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference globally. We welcome you to the Department of Computer Science as future engineers and leaders with the creativity and innovation needed to serve the industry.

HoD MESSAGE

Welcome to the Department of Computer Science, where we are dedicated to cultivating professionals with exceptional computing skills, innovative thinking, and strong ethical values. Our mission is to equip graduates with the knowledge and practical abilities to tackle modern societal challenges. We are committed to fostering lifelong learning, teamwork, and professional growth, ensuring our students excel in their careers and contribute positively to society. Join us in our journey towards excellence and innovation in computer technologies. 

Dr. Maryam Mahsal Khan

Associate Professor – PhD Computer Science, University of Newcastle, Australia

 

OUR MISSION

To impart computing knowledge, problem-solving techniques, and practical skills to our graduates with a high level of professionalism and ethical values for addressing the challenges of modern society through innovative solutions.

OUR VISION

To excel in computer and innovative technologies by producing quality and skill-oriented professionals with moral and social responsibilities.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe and strive to train our students as future leaders with the creativity, vision, and professional ethics needed to serve industry, academia, government and communities.

OUR COMMITMENT

The Department of Computer Science at CECOS University is committed to providing our graduates with a highly exploratory and experiential foundation in Computer Science.

OUR PROMISE

To collaborate with the industry and other academic and research institutes around the globe to strengthen the education, research, and development ecosystem.

PROGRAMS OFFERED

BS Computer Science

Duration: Four Years
Eligibility: Intermediate (HSSC) with Mathematics or equivalent qualification with Mathematics certified by IBCC with at least 50% marks or intermediate without mathematics with the condition to clear two additional courses of mathematics in 1st and 2nd semester. Having passed CECOS / NTS Entry Test.

BS Software Engineering

Duration: Four Years
Eligibility: Intermediate (HSSC) with Mathematics or equivalent qualification with Mathematics certified by IBCC with at least 50% marks or intermediate without mathematics with the condition to clear two additional courses of mathematics in 1st and 2nd semester. Having passed CECOS / NTS Entry Test.

BS Artificial Intelligence

Duration: Four Years
Eligibility: Minimum 50% marks in intermediate or equivalent with mathematics/minimum 50% marks in intermediate (without mathematics) with two deficiency courses of mathematics to be studied and passed in 1st and 2nd semester after admission. 

BS Computer Engineering

Duration: Four Years
Eligibility: Minimum 50% marks in intermediate or equivalent with mathematics/minimum 50% marks in intermediate (without mathematics) with two deficiency courses of mathematics to be studied and passed in 1st and 2nd semester after admission.

MS Computer Science

Minimum 2.0 CGPA or 16-years equivalent degree from HEC recognized Institution / University with any of the

following BS degrees.

 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

a. Applicants with undergraduate degrees accredited by NCEAC:
Admission is allowed without any conditions.

b. Applicants with undergraduate degrees not accredited by NCEAC:
These include degrees such as Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering and other related fields. Admission may be granted; however, students must fulfill any recommended deficiencies identified in the Computing core courses as outlined in the NCEAC 2023 curriculum. These deficiencies will be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee through a review of the student’s transcript. Students lacking any of the required core courses will be required to complete them prior to formal admission into the program.

c. Applicants with Foreign Degrees:
The HEC Equivalence Certificate will be used to determine whether the degree aligns with an NCEAC or non-NCEAC accredited program. Admission decisions will then be based on this determination.

MS Software Engineering

 

Minimum 2.0 CGPA
or 16-years equivalent degree from HEC recognized Institution / University with any of
the following BS degrees.

 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

a. Applicants with Undergraduate Degrees Accredited by NCEAC:
Admission is allowed without any conditions.

b. Applicants with Undergraduate Degrees Not Accredited by NCEAC:
These include degrees such as Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, and other related fields. Admission may be granted; however, students must fulfill any recommended deficiencies identified in the Computing
core courses as outlined in the NCEAC 2023 curriculum. These deficiencies will be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee through a review of the student’s transcript. Students lacking any of the required core courses will be required to complete them prior to formal admission into the program.

c. Applicants with Foreign Degrees:
The HEC Equivalence Certificate will be used to determine whether the degree aligns with an NCEAC-accredited program. Admission decisions will be based on this determination

Ph.D Computer Science

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in Computer Science requires candidates to complete a number of graduate-level courses, pass a qualifying examination, and then carry out research in a specific area. The Ph.D. program enables students to conduct independent research in the field of Computer Science. A Ph.D. student gains knowledge through cutting-edge course work and also gains practical experience by contributing to research. The candidates are required to publish research papers in prestigious international journals. The Ph.D. in Computer Science is a research degree that culminates in a unique dissertation that demonstrates original and creative research. The doctoral program looks for individuals who have an open inquiry mindset and a strong desire to do research and contribute to scientific knowledge.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • MS / M. Phil / Equivalent Degree (in a relevant subject) from HEC recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in the semester system or first division in the annual system. In the case of foreign degrees, an HEC equivalence certificate must be provided.
  • Minimum 60% marks in GRE Subject Test or CECOS Admission Test.
  • Clear Admission Interview by CECOS Graduate Admission Committee.

Labs of Computer Science

All labs are highly equipped with the latest systems

Department Faculty

Top Tier Faculty – We boast internationally trained and experienced faculty both in academia and research

Dr. Maryam Mahsal Khan

Associate Professor – PhD Computer Science, University of Newcastle, Australia

Program: Artificial Intelligence

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Dr. Ghassan Husnain

Associate Professor – PhD Intelligent Transportation system, UET Peshawar

Program: Computer Engineering

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Dr. Mansoor Qadir

Associate Professor – PhD Computer Science, Iqra National University Peshawar

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Col. Ashfaq Ahmad

Associate Professor – MSc Computer System Engineering, NUST, Islamabad

Program: Computer Engineering

Miss. Mona Khalid

Assistant Professor – MS(HRM), MS Computer Science,CECOS University, MBA, Gomal University, D.I.Khan

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Abdul Hanan

Assistant Professor – MS Computer Science, CECOS University

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Zahid Sarwar

Assistant Professor/FYP coordinator (CS) – MS Computer Science, CECOS University

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Attiq ur Rehman

Assistant Professor – MS Computer Science Agriculture University, Peshawar

Program: Software Engineering

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Dr. Kifayat Ullah

Associate Professor – PhD Computer Science University of Sao Paulo (USP), Sao Carlos, Brazil

Program: Software Engineering

Mr. Arshad Iqbal

Lecturer / FYP Coordinator (SE) – MS Computer Science, Agriculture University, Peshawar

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Shiraz Hassan

Lecturer/ Alumni Coordinator – MS Computer Science, CECOS University

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Kashif Aman

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, Bahria University Islamabad

Program: Computer Science

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Miss Arshi Parvaiz

Lecturer – MS Data Science

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Wisal Zafar

Lecturer/ MS Software Engineering, Iqra National University Peshawar.

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Aakash Ahmad

Lecturer – MS Computer Science (Software Engineering)

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Zaheer Aslam

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, Gandahara University Peshawar

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Kamal Ahmad

Lecturer – MS Software Engineering, Gandhara University Peshawar

Program: Artificial Intelligence

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Mr. Muhammad Bilal Khan

Lecturer – MS Computer Networks, London Metropolitan University, UK

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Nasir Sayed

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, Islamia College, Peshawar

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Muhammad Yahya

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Saifullah Khan

Lecturer – MSc. Advanced Computer Networking

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Ahmed Junaid

Lecturer – M.Sc Computer System Engineering, UET, Peshawar

Program: Computer Engineering

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Mr. Muhammad Younas

Lecturer – MS Computer Engineering, UET Taxila

Program: Computer Engineering

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Mr. Rahmat Shah

Lecturer/Manager IT – MS Computer Science, Agriculture University, Peshawar

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Shahriaz Zeb

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, CECOS University, Peshawar

Program: Computer Science

Mr. Junaid Yousaf

Lecturer – MS Computer Science, GIKI Swabi.

Program: Software Engineering

Mr. Muhammad Younas

Lecturer – MS Computer Engineering, UET Taxila.

Program: Computer Engineering

Mr. Asad Iftikhar

Lecturer – MS Software Engineering, University of London, UK

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Muhammad Shoaib

Lecturer – MS Computer Science

Program: Artificial Intelligence

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Mr. Muhammad Musab Abdullah

Junior Lecturer

Program: Computer Science

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Mr. Meer Hamid

Junior Lecturer

Program: Artificial Intelligence 

Mr. Hamza Noman

Junior Lecturer

Program: Software Engineering

Mr. Ibtisam Khan

Junior Lecturer

Program: Computer Science

Mr. Asad Javed

Junior Lecturer

Program: Computer Engineering

Mr. Jalal Khan

Junior Lecturer

Program: Computer Science

Mr. Sikander Azam

Junior Lecturer

Program: Computer Science

Mrs. Manahil Ather

Junior Lecturer

Program: Software Engineering

Ms. Hijab Durrani

Junior Lecturer – MS Software Engineering (in progress)

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Rana sumraiz

Junior Lecturer

Program: Software Engineering

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Mr. Waqas Siddiqui

Program Manager (Computer Science, Computer Engineering) – MS Management Sciences, Abasyn University, Peshawar

Mr. Tauseeq ur Rehman

Program Manager (Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence) – MS Computer Sciences, CECOS University, Peshawar

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