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. Ghassan Husnain
Associate Professor – PhD Intelligent Transportation system, UET Peshawar
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
Specializations:
- Software Engineering
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Game Development
- Internet of Things
- Cyber Security
Duration: 4 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.
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, 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.
Ph.D Computer Science
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Having M.Phil/ M.S/ Equivalent degree in any of the following relevant fields from a HEC recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in the semester system or first division in the annual examination system. In the case of a foreign qualification, an HEC equivalence certificate must be provided. The relevance of the degree will then be assessed based on the specific category under which it falls.
a. MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Cybersecurity: Admission is permitted without any additional requirements.
b. MS in Computer Systems Engineering: Admission is allowed, as the program aligns with UNESCO ISCED-F sub-discipline 0613 Software and application development and analysis.
c. MS in Computer Engineering: Admission is allowed if the applicant’s undergraduate degree (BS in Computer Engineering) is accredited by NCEAC. Admission is not allowed if the BS degree is accredited by PEC, due to differing accreditation standards and curriculum alignment.
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
NAME | DESIGNATION | LAST DEGREE | ORGANIZATION |
Dr. Ghassan Husnain | Professor, Head of Department | PhD Intelligent Transportation System | UET, Peshawar |
Dr. Maryam Mahsal Khan | Professor | PhD Computer Science | University of Newcastle, Australia |
Dr. Fahad Masood | Professor | PhD Numerical Computing | Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad |
Dr. Abdul Waheed | Associate Professor | PhD Computer Science | Hazara University, KPK |
Dr. Mansoor Qadir | Associate Professor | PhD Computer Science | Iqra National University, Peshawar |
Dr. Mian Muaz Razaq | Assistant Professor | PhD Computer Science and Engineering | Kyungpook National University, South Korea |
Dr. Nazir Jan | Assistant Professor | PhD. Computer Systems Engineering | UET Peshawar |
Mr. Col Ashfaq Ahmad (R) | Associate Professor | MSc Computer System Engineering | NUST, Islamabad |
Mr. Abdul Hanan | Assistant Professor | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Attiq ur Rehman | Associate Professor | MS Computer Science PhD (in Progress) | Agricultural University, Peshawar |
Mr. Muhammad Zahid Sarwar | Associate Professor | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Miss Mona Khalid | Associate Professor | MS Computer Science MS HRM | CECOS University Gomal University, D.I. Khan |
Mr. Arshad Iqbal | Lecturer/FYP Coordinator | MS Computer Science | Agricultural University, Peshawar |
Mr. Rahmat Shah | Lecturer/Manager IT | MS Computer Science | Agriculture University, Peshawar |
Mr. Kamal Ahmad | Lecturer | MS Software Engineering | Gandhara University Peshawar |
Mr. Kashif Aman | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | Bahria University Islamabad |
Mr. Muhammad Yahya | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar |
Mr. Zaheer Aslam | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | Gandhara University Peshawar |
Mr. Ahmad Junaid | Lecturer | MSc Computer System Engineering | UET, Peshawar |
Mr. Nasir Sayed | Lecturer | MS Computer Science PhD (in Progress) | Islamia College, Peshawar |
Mr. Shiraz Hassan | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Muhammad Bilal Khan | Lecturer | MS Computer Networks | London Metropolitan University, UK |
Mr. Saifullah Khan | Lecturer | MSc Advanced Computer Networking | Glasgow Caledonian University, UK |
Mr. Akaash Ahmed | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Wisal Zafar | Lecturer | MS Software Engineering | Iqra National University Peshawar |
Mr. Sikander Azam | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Wasee Ullah | Lecturer | MS Electrical Engineering | Abasyn University, Peshawar |
Ms. Faryal Ishfaq | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | GIKI Swabi |
Mr. Saeed Ullah | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | Abdul Wali Khan University |
Mr. Ahmad Mustafa | Lecturer | MS Computer Systems Engineering | UET Peshawar |
Mr. Sami ur Rehman | Lecturer | MS Software Engineering | UET Peshawar |
Mr. Syed Iqtidar Ali Shah | Lecturer | MS Software Engineering | UET Taxila |
Ms. Maham Javed | Lecturer | MS Computer Science | FAST, Islamabad |
Ms. Manahil Ather | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering (MS in Progress) | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Hamza Noman | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering (MS in Progress) | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Hamid Mehmood | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering (MS in Progress) | City University of Science and Information Technology Peshawar |
Ms Hijjab Durrani | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering (MS in Progress) | IM Sciences Peshawar |
Mr. Nosherwan | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering | Islamia University Peshawar |
Mr. Ahmad Ali Shinwari | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering | City University of Science and Information Technology Peshawar |
Mr. Sajeel Jan | Junior Lecturer | BS Computer Science MSCS (in Progress) | Sarhad University Peshawar |
Mr. Muhammad Ejaz | Junior Lecturer | BS Software Engineering | City University of Science and Information Technology Peshawar |
Mr. Ibtisam Ahmad | Junior Lecturer | BS Computer Science MSCS (in Progress) | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Jalal Khan | Junior Lecturer | BS Computer Science MSCS (in Progress) | Abdul Wali Khan, University |
Mr. Syed Abdul Basit | Junior Lecturer | BS Computer Science | Fast National University of Computing and Emerging Sciences |
Mr. Tauseeq ur Rehman | Program Manager | MS Computer Science | CECOS University, Peshawar |
Mr. Waqas Siddiqui | Program Manager | MS Management Sciences | Abasyn University, Peshawar |
Mr. Insaf Gul | Office Assistant | Master of Computer Science (MCS) | Abasyn University, Peshawar |
Mr. Ali Safdar | Office Assistant | MS Economics | IM Sciences, Peshawar |
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