This program is designed to provide an opportunity for postgraduate study for those whose bachelors degree is not in computing. It designed to provide the skills to meet industrial and commercial needs, and enable them to practice as computing and IT professionals. It combines core modules of computer science with specialist themes,which reflect contemporary areas of demand. Students enrolled in the Master of Computer Science (MCS) program have to complete 96 credit hours, including 6 credit hour project or dissertation, and achieve a CGPA of minimum 2.5. The students are eligible for a Two Years MCS degree (equivalent to sixteen years of education) upon completion
Many students on, completion of a computer science degree, are not certain whether they may wish to pursue a career in research or to move to a more practical post within industry. This program is designed to enhance the knowledge of students in specific domains like software engineering, databases, and networking, and also to provide a sound introduction to the research environment. The Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) program is offered to students who have done Four Years, Bachelors (Hons.) in Computer Science. Students enrolled in the MSCS program have to complete 36 credit hours, including 6 credit hours project or dissertation, and achieve a CGPA of minimum 3.0. The Students are eligible for a Two Years MSCS degree (equivalent to eighteen years of education) upon completion.