Introduction
Today we are living in the era of information. On daily basis, zeta bytes of data is generated around the globe which can only be useful if we are able to process it for analysis and decision making. Data science is the newly emergent domain which provides us with all the tools and techniques to perform the entire of this process for extraction of knowledge. Thus, the highly qualified professionals with data processing and analysis concepts and skills are need of the time.
Based on the current and future needs of the market, the BS (Data Science) program has been developed to equip the students with cutting edge knowledge to foster the evolving need of computer technologies demanding smart and versatile use of data. In addition, this program will prepare graduates for a career in data analysis, combining foundational statistical concepts with computational principles from computer science.
Objectives
BS in Data Science program will enable students to:
- Provide knowledge of tools, techniques, applications and models for efficient data processing and visualization.
- Learn essential data science knowledge, tools and techniques required to design and implement various solution.
- Enhance problem solving skills by developing analytical, logical and critical thinking for identifying various data and analysis related issues at hand.
- Learn state of the art tools and techniques to ensure security and integrity of data at individual and organizational level.
- Develop ethical & social values and communication & presentation skills.
Eligibility Criteria
For Applicants having 12-year Education
- Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / ‘A’ Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission.
- The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters.
- Candidates having ‘A’ level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
Assessment Criteria
Award of Degree
To become eligible for award of BS degree, a student must satisfy the following requirements:
- Must have studied and passed the prescribed courses, totaling at least 131 credit hours.
- Must have earned CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of at least 2.0 on a scale of 4.0.
However, as per HEC guidelines, students enrolled in BS Program can convert their respective BS program to Associate Degree (AD) after the completion of four semesters (2 years) of their BS program. In such scenario, students are required to fulfill the following requirements:
- Student has to take and clear final project of 3 credit hours.
- Student has studied/passed all the courses to fulfill the respective AD requirement.
- In case of deficiency, student has to clear the remaining courses.
- All the study change rules defined by the university may be applied.
If student wants to exit the respective BS program before completing the four semesters, then the student will have to apply for the study change program and following will be applicable:
- Study scheme of respective AD.
- Any extra course will be treated as non-credited course.
- All the study change rules defined by the university.
Project / Internship / Practical
Students of each BS degree offered by the CS & IT dept. must enroll and pass “CS619 Final Year Project” course, worth 6 credit hours, in the 7th Semester of respective degree program. The department intends to provide options to hardship cases who are not able to pass CS619 at the end of the 8th semester to take 2 courses each of 3 credit hours in lieu of CS619 in the subsequent semester(s) to complete their degree requirements.
Scheme of Study
