MS Computer Science

The MS program in computer science imparts advanced knowledge in core Computer Science subjects and also of different streams, e.g., semantic computing. At the same time, students get initial training on how to conduct research through research thesis .The successful graduate may develop careers in Research and Development, Industry, Academia  ,Defense Organizations etc. At the MS level, the department of Computer Science at C.U.S.T offers specializations in the fields of:

• Software Engineering
• Computer Networks
• Web and Information Systems
• Data Science
• Information Security

• A minimum of 16 years of education leading to BS in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering or equivalent. Applicants with undergraduate degree from non-relevant areas may be required to take some undergraduate courses to fulfill pre-requisite deficiencies as determined by the Graduate Admission Committee. The deficiency Cr. Hrs. will not be counted towards the minimum Cr. Hrs. requirement for the award of the MS degree.
• Minimum 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% marks
• Admission Test / HEC Approved Test

You need to complete 30 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-computing/department-of-computer-science/ms-computer-science/

A student is required to earn a minimum 3.00/4.00 CGPA on the completion of his degree requirements.

You can join one of the following careers:

• Computer Systems Analysts
• Computer Programmer
• Computer System Administrator
• Software Developer