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Program Educational Objectives

BS Information Technology – graduates will achieve these objectives within 4 years of graduation

PEO 1
Professional Excellence
Demonstrate technical competence and leadership in IT careers, contributing to innovative solutions in enterprise systems, network administration, database management, web technologies, cybersecurity, or emerging IT domains.
PEO 2
Continuous Learning & Adaptation
Engage in lifelong learning to stay current with rapidly evolving IT technologies, methodologies, and industry practices, pursuing advanced degrees, professional certifications (such as CISCO, Microsoft, Oracle), or specialized training.
PEO 3
Ethical Leadership & Social Impact
Apply ethical principles and professional standards in IT practice while considering the societal, cultural, and environmental implications of information technology solutions on local and global communities.
PEO 4
Effective Communication
Function effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences, and demonstrate leadership skills in professional IT environments.

Graduate Attributes

BS Information Technology – Seoul Accord Graduate Attributes · Hover or tap a card to read

GA 01
Academic Education
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Academic Education
To prepare graduates as competent IT professionals ready for industry and research.
GA 02
Knowledge for Solving Problems
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Knowledge for Solving Computing Problems
Apply knowledge of IT, mathematics, science and domain knowledge to conceptualize IT models from defined problems.
GA 03
Problem Analysis
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Problem Analysis
Identify, formulate, research literature, and solve complex IT-related problems using fundamental principles of mathematics and computing sciences.
GA 04
Design / Development of Solutions
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Design / Development of Solutions
Design and evaluate solutions for complex IT problems with consideration for public health, safety, cultural, societal and environmental factors.
GA 05
Modern Tool Usage
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Modern Tool Usage
Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern computing tools to complex IT activities with understanding of their limitations.
GA 06
Individual and Team Work
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Individual and Team Work
Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
GA 07
Communication
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Communication
Communicate effectively about complex IT activities by writing effective reports, design documentation, presentations, and giving clear instructions.
GA 08
IT Professionalism & Society
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IT Professionalism & Society
Understand and assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts relevant to professional IT practice.
GA 09
Ethics
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Ethics
Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional Information Technology practice.
GA 10
Life-long Learning
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Life-long Learning
Recognize the need and have the ability to engage in independent learning for continual development as an IT professional.

Graduate Attributes derived from Seoul Accord international computing education standards

GA – PEO Alignment

Graduate Attributes mapped to Program Educational Objectives — curriculum coherence · BS Information Technology

Graduate Attributes (GAs) PEO-1
Professional Excellence		 PEO-2
Lifelong Learning		 PEO-3
Ethical Leadership		 PEO-4
Effective Communication
GA-1: Academic Education ● ● ● ●
GA-2: Knowledge for Solving Computing Problems ● ○
GA-3: Problem Analysis ● ● ○
GA-4: Design / Development of Solutions ● ○ ● ○
GA-5: Modern Tool Usage ● ● ○
GA-6: Individual and Teamwork ○ ●
GA-7: Communication ○ ○ ●
GA-8: IT Professionalism and Society ○ ○ ● ○
GA-9: Ethics ● ○
GA-10: Life-long Learning ○ ●
● Strong relationship ○ Moderate relationship

Program Curriculum

Explore core courses, domain electives, general education requirements, and eligibility criteria

01
Programming Fundamentals
4 cr (3+1) · Sem 1
02
Object Oriented Programming
4 cr (3+1) · Sem 2
03
Database Systems
4 cr (3+1) · Sem 3
04
Digital Logic Design
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 2
05
Data Structures
4 cr (3+1) · Sem 3
06
Information Security
3 cr · Sem 5
07
Artificial Intelligence
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 5
08
Computer Networks
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 4
09
Software Engineering
3 cr (3+0) · Sem 3
10
Computer Org. & Assembly Language
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 4
11
Operating Systems
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 4
12
Analysis of Algorithms
3 cr (3+0) · Sem 4
13
Final Year Project – I
2 cr · Sem 7
14
Final Year Project – II
4 cr · Sem 8
Total: 46 credit hours · All 14 courses are mandatory for every BS(IT) student
01
Web Technologies
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 3
02
Cyber Security
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 6
03
DB Administration & Management
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 4
04
System & Network Administration
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 5
05
IT Infrastructure
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 6
06
Parallel & Distributed Computing
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 6
Total: 18 credit hours · 6 Domain Core courses
GE1
Functional English
3 cr · Sem 1
GE2
Expository Writing
3 cr · Sem 2
GE3
Discrete Structures (QR-1)
3 cr · Sem 1
GE4
Calculus & Analytic Geometry (QR-2)
3 cr · Sem 2
GE5
Application of ICT
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 1
GE6
Applied Physics (Natural Sciences)
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 2
GE7
Islamic Studies / Ethics
2 cr · Sem 1
GE8
Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan
2 cr · Sem 3
GE9
Social Sciences (Intro to Management)
2 cr · Sem 8
GE10
Arts & Humanities (Prof. Practices)
2 cr · Sem 8
GE11
Entrepreneurship
2 cr · Sem 7
GE12
Civics & Community Engagement
2 cr · Sem 8
Total: 30 credit hours · 12 courses · As per HEC UGE Policy
E1
Virtual Systems & Services
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 5
E2
Computer Architecture
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 5
E3
Network Security
3 cr · Sem 6
E4
Enterprise Systems
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 6
E5
Web Engineering
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 6
E6
Theory of Automata
3 cr · Sem 6
E7
HCI & Computer Graphics
3 cr (2+1) · Sem 7

Additional electives available including: Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Science, Mobile App Dev, DevOps, Full Stack Dev, Blockchain, Generative AI, Deep Learning, and more.

Minimum: 21 credit hours · 7 elective courses required
Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate / 12 years schooling / A-Level (HSSC) or equivalent with Mathematics required for BS IT Program.

Students who have not studied Mathematics at intermediate level must pass deficiency courses of Mathematics (6 credits) in the first two semesters.
Equivalency certificate by IBCC required for foreign qualifications.
  • Minimum duration: 4 years (8 semesters)
  • Maximum allowed: 7 years (as per HEC policy)
  • Minimum 130 credit hours required for degree award
  • Minimum 2.0 CGPA on a 4.0 scale required
  • Students completing 4 semesters may exit with an Associate Degree in Computing
  • Regular semester load: 15–21 credit hours
  • 3 credit theory = 3 classes × 1 hour per week
  • 1 credit practical = 3 contact hours per week
  • Semester duration: 16–18 weeks (+ 1–2 weeks exam)
  • Summer/winter semesters for remedial/failure/repetition courses only
  • Computing Core: 46 cr (14 courses)
  • Domain Core: 18 cr (6 courses)
  • Domain Electives: 21 cr (7 courses)
  • Mathematics & Supporting: 12 cr (4 courses)
  • Elective Supporting: 3 cr (1 course)
  • General Education: 30 cr (12 courses)
  • Total: 130 credit hours

8‑Semester Academic Roadmap

BS Information Technology — your complete journey from foundation to capstone

Semester 1

17 credit hours
  • Programming FundamentalsCore
  • Application of ICTGE
  • Islamic Studies / EthicsGE
  • Applied PhysicsGE
  • Functional EnglishGE
  • Fehm-e-Quran – IGE
  • Additional Math-I (pre-med)Non-Credit

Semester 2

18 credit hours
  • Object Oriented ProgrammingCore
  • Digital Logic DesignCore
  • Discrete StructuresGE
  • Calculus and Analytic GeometryGE
  • Expository WritingGE
  • Fehm-e-Quran – IIGE
  • Additional Math-II (pre-med)Non-Credit

Semester 3

18 credit hours
  • Data StructuresCore
  • Database SystemsCore
  • Web TechnologiesDomain Core
  • Software EngineeringCore
  • Multivariate CalculusMaths
  • Ideology & Constitution of PakistanGE

Semester 4

18 credit hours
  • Computer Org. & Assembly LanguageCore
  • Computer NetworksCore
  • DB Administration & ManagementDomain Core
  • Operating SystemsCore
  • Analysis of AlgorithmsCore
  • Probability & StatisticsMaths

Semester 5

18 credit hours
  • Artificial IntelligenceCore
  • Information SecurityCore
  • System & Network AdministrationDomain Core
  • Elective IElective
  • Elective IIElective
  • Linear AlgebraMaths

Semester 6

18 credit hours
  • IT InfrastructureDomain Core
  • Parallel & Distributed ComputingDomain Core
  • Cyber SecurityDomain Core
  • Elective IIIElective
  • Elective IVElective
  • Technical & Business WritingEnglish

Semester 7

16 credit hours
  • Final Year Project – IFYP
  • Elective VElective
  • Elective VIElective
  • Elective VIIElective
  • Social Science (Intro to Marketing)SS
  • EntrepreneurshipGE

Semester 8

10 credit hours
  • Final Year Project – IIFYP
  • Social Science (Intro to Management)GE
  • Arts & Humanities (Prof. Practices)GE
  • Civics & Community EngagementGE
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