To provide best quality education to students, irrespective of their financial background, ethnicity, gender or religion

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The Foundation
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The University
Patron of the University
Board of Governors
Officers of the University
Admission Information
Admission Material
Admission Procedure
Admit card
Admit card
The institution code for receiving SAT scores is 4575
Use of calculators is not allowed in the test.
Cancellation of Admission
Admission & Academic Schedules
Academic Schedule for the Session 2010-2011 (Islamabad, Karachi & Lahore campuses)
First Day of Classes
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Prospectus

2010


National University
of Computer & Emerging Sciences

Mission Statement


To provide best quality education to students, irrespective of their financial background, ethnicity, gender or religion. To promote research and scholarly activities to generate new knowledge.


The contents of this Prospectus supersede all policies, rules, regulations, procedures, requirements, conditions and financial charges notified earlier. The University reserves the right to change any part or whole of this prospectus without notice or obligation.

In case of any ambiguity or non-existence of rules and regulations, the final authority for their interpretation and provision shall rest with the University whose decision shall be final and binding for all parties concerned.


CONTENTS



The Foundation

Board of Governors of FAST 4

Rector’s Message 4

The University

Members of Board of Trustees 5

Members of Board of Governors 5

Officers of the University 5

Welcome Note from Dean 5

Admission Information

Admission Information 6

NU Online Admission Test 7

Admission & Academic Schedule 8

Equivalence of O- and A-level Grades 9

Fee Information 10

Financial Assistance /
Scholarships Information 11

Transport & Hostel Facilities 12

Academic Programs

BBA 13

BS (Accounting & Finance) 15

BS (Civil Engineering)) 17

BS (Computer Science) 19

BS (Electrical Engineering) 21

Road Map for MBA programs 23

3½-year MBA 23

2½-year MBA 25

1½-year MBA 27

MS (Computer Science) 28

MS (Electrical Engineering) 29

MS (Mathematics) 30

MS (Software Project Management) 31

PhD 32

HEC Criteria for MS & PhD Education 33

Campuses & Faculty

Islamabad Campus 34

Research Centres 36

Faculty 38

Karachi Campus 43

Research Centres 45

Faculty 47

Lahore Campus 51

Research Centres 53

Faculty 57

Peshawar Campus 62

Research Centres 64

Faculty 65

Rules & Regulations

Academic Rules & Regulations 68

Code of Conduct 73

List of Courses

Courses & their Pre-Requisites

Location Maps

Locations Maps of Campuses


The Foundation


The sponsoring body of the University – the Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST) was established in 1980. It is registered with the Government of Pakistan as a charitable institution. In 1985, it selected higher education as a vehicle to pursue its objective of producing scientists and technologists of the highest calibre. FAST pioneered the development of IT industry in Pakistan by offering the country’s first undergraduate program in Computer Science. Today, this University, sponsored by FAST, stands recognized as the leader and trend-setter in this field in Pakistan and abroad.

A Board of Governors, elected in accordance with its Charter, manages the affairs of FAST. The members of the Board are eminent personalities in their respective fields and are associated with FAST in an honorary capacity.


Board of Governors of FAST

President

Senator Wasim Sajjad


Members

  • Dr Abdul Wahab
  • Mr Arshad Nasar
  • Mr I.A. Imtiazi
  • Ms Khadija Haq
  • Justice (Retd.) Mian Muhammad Ajmal
  • Mr Nawazish Ali Seth
  • Mr Nisar A. Memon
  • Mr Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh
  • Dr Rafique Ahmad
  • Justice (Retd.) S. Ali Aslam Jafri
  • Dr Samar Mubarakmand
  • Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Refaqat




Secretary General

Rana Ghulam Shabbir


Rector’s Message


Since its inception in July 2000, the university has been gradually diversifying its degree prograMs We are continuously updating and improving the quality of our prograMs To achieve this we are always striving to attract talented scholars to our faculty and improving the library and laboratory facilities. This we hope will help inculcate a culture of research and scholarship. The real job of a university is to generate new knowledge, and we are always encouraging establishment of research centres where faculty and students are involved in research, relevant to our national needs.

While emphasizing the highest level of professional competence and personality development in our under-graduate students, it is my conviction that graduate programs should be the focal point for any university. Research leads to creation of new knowledge which is the main purpose of universities all over. Progress of humanity is fuelled by each new discovery and development. Nations which invest in research today can expect rich dividends tomorrow.


Amir Muhammed, D.Phil. (Oxon)

The University


Founded as a Federally Chartered University in July 2000, the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences is a premiere University of Pakistan, renowned for quality and impact of its students in the development of local software and other industries. The university has four modern campuses at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar. These campuses provide world class educational environment and recreational facilities to about 6,000 students, around one fifth are female.

Research wings of the university are well recognized, nationally and internationally. They are embarked upon cutting edge research having direct impact on the social, economic and technological needs of Pakistan. Our vision is to become a globally recognized research university of Pakistan within the next decade.


Patron of the University

President, Islamic Republic of Pakistan



Board of Trustees

Chairman

Chancellor, Senator Wasim Sajjad

Members

Mr Justice (Retd.) S. Ali Aslam Jafri

Mr I.A. Imtiazi

Ms Khadija Haq

Mr Nawazish Ali Seth

Mr Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh

Dr Rafique Ahmad

Rector, Dr Amir Muhammed

Chairman, HEC

Federal Secretary Education

Board of Governors

Chairman

Rector, Dr Amir Muhammed

Members

Dr Abdul Wahab

Mr Nisar A. Memon

Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Refaqat

Deans of all Faculties

Registrar

Chairman, HEC

Federal Secretary Education


Officers of the University

Chancellor Senator Wasim Sajjad

Rector Dr Amir Muhammed

Pro-Rector Lt. Gen (Retd.) Syed Refaqat

Dean Dr M. Ayub Alvi

Registrar Dr M. Latif Virk


Welcome Note from Dean


The university is continuing to introduce new degree programs, which are compatible with the local as well as international requirements. Each new degree program is evaluated with respect to the job market, now and in the foreseeable future.

This year, we are launching a 4-year BS degree in Electrical Engineering. This degree will offer specialization in the final year, which shall include Telecommunications and Computer Engineering.



Mohammad Ayub Alvi, PhD (UK)

Admission Information


Admission to the university is based on merit only, which is determined either through its own admission test or an equivalent test conducted by a reputable organization. There are no quotas, reserved seats or admission through donation. Moreover, there is no age limit for the applicants.


Admission Material

The admission package includes a copy of the Prospectus.


Candidates Awaiting Result

Selected candidates are given provisional admission, subject to passing the examination with required score. If a candidate fails to qualify the exam, then the admission shall stand cancelled. The tuition fee shall be refunded as per university rules. Such students MUST inform the university about their exam result along with an application for the refund of dues within THREE days of its declaration.


The admission application form is available on the University’s admission website ссылка скрыта, and also on the University’s web site ссылка скрыта.


Admission Procedure



ONLINE method
  1. The Admission Application Form can be filled online by following the instructions.
  2. The online system assigns a unique Application Reference Number (ARN) to each applicant, which must be noted for later use.

TRADITIONAL method
  1. The Admission Application Form can be downloaded and printed (on a white paper).
  2. The Admission Application Form can be filled using either a BLUE or BLACK ball pen.





The applicant should then visit the campus, where the admission test is to be taken, along with the following:
    1. Two recently taken colour photographs (3 cm x 2 cm)
    2. Application processing fee of Rs 1,000. This fee includes admission test fee for taking one test.
      Additional Fee of Rs 500
      is payable for each type of Admission Test. For example, for taking both the BBA and the BS tests, or for taking both the MS (CS) and MS (SPM) tests.
    3. Copies of all Marks Sheets and Academic Certificates
    4. Copy of CNIC or Form-B issued by NADRA (National Database Registration Authority)
  1. The applicant will be required to sign a declaration confirming that the information provided in the Application Form by him/her is correct.
  1. Upon payment of the Application Processing and Admission Test Fee(s), the applicant shall receive a duly signed ADMIT CARD bearing the applicant’s TEST ROLL NUMBER and a copy of the Prospectus.
  1. Out station applicants can send the duly filled application form (along with the above mentioned documents) through post
  1. If the application is received through post, the ADMIT CARD & Prospectus would be sent via post.


Foreign Nationals

At the time of admission, foreign nationals must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Education, Government of Pakistan.


GRE and SAT Examinations


Those who have taken SAT examination can apply for admission to the BBA or BS prograMs

Those who have taken the GRE (subject test) can apply for admission to MS, MBA or PhD prograMs

The institution code for receiving SAT scores is 4575

The institution code for receiving GRE scores is 7386



NU Online Admission Test (NAT)


Information on various Admission Tests is available on the University’s admission web-site ссылка скрыта

The online admission test is taken on a computer. The candidate should be familiar with the use of mouse and the keyboard. Each candidate is given a different examination. The sections of a test (English, Analytical skills, Math etc) appear in a random sequence. Moreover, questions related to different topics also appear before the candidate in a random sequence. In each section, a candidate can move forward and backwards to review the responses selected. The candidate can change his or her response to any question within the current section.

Applicants should reach the test centre on the date and time specified on the admit card. Latecomers will not be allowed to take the test. Applicants should not bring anything to the test centre except their Admit Cards. No applicant will be allowed to take the test without an endorsed Admit Card. The Admission Test is held at all campuses of the University (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar).


Following is a topical distribution of admission test questions for various degree programs:


Section/Topic

BBA &
BS (A&F)


BS (CS)

BS (Engg.)

English

15 %

10 %

10 %

Essay Writing

15 %

-

-

Analytical Skills & IQ

30 %

20 %

20 %

Basic Math

40 %

20 %

10 %

Adv. Math

-

50 %

40 %

Physics

-

-

20 %




Section/Topic

MBA
1½ -year


MBA
2½/3½ year


MS (SPM)

MS (CS/Math)

MS (EE)

English

30 %

15 %

15 %

-

-

Essay Writing

10 %

15 %

15 %

10 %

10 %

Analytical Skills & IQ

-

30 %

30 %

15 %

20 %

Basic Math

-

-

10 %

-

10 %

Adv. Math

-

-

-

-

10 %

Specialization Area

40 %

-

30 %

75 %

50 %

Quantitative Methods

20 %

30 %

-

-

-

General Knowledge

-

10 %

-

-

-

Use of calculators is not allowed in the test.


Selection Criteria

Selection is based on applicant’s performance in the Admission Test.


Announcement of Selected Applicants

The selected candidates are informed through SMS on their cell phones and also via email. The candidates should check the status of their admission from the University web site ссылка скрыта or ссылка скрыта


Cancellation of Admission

If a student is involved in any undesirable or illegal activity, then the University reserves the right to cancel the admission of that student. Moreover, the University reserves the right to cancel admission of any student at any time, if it is found that he/she has submitted false information/documents.

Admission & Academic Schedules


Admission Schedule for 2010




BBA & BS

MBA, MS & PhD

Last date to apply for admission

Jul 5 (Mon)

Admission Tests

From July 12 (Mon)

Declaration of selected candidates

Jul 24 (Sat)

Jul 19 (Mon)

Interviews




Jul 22 - 24 (Thu-Sat)

Admission Formalities

Jul 26 - 29 (Mon-Thu)

Jul 30 - 31 (Fri-Sat)


Academic Schedule for the Session 2010-2011 (Islamabad, Karachi & Lahore campuses)




Fall 2010 semester

Spring 2011 semester

Registration

Aug 2-6 (Mon-Fri)

Jan 10-14 (Mon-Fri)

First Day of Classes

Aug 9 (Mon)

Jan 17 (Mon)

First Session Examinations

Sep 20-22 (Week 6)

Feb 21-23 (Week 6)

Second Session Examinations

Oct 28-30 (Week 12)

Mar 31 - Apr 2 (Week 12)

Last Day of Classes

Dec 4 (Sat)

May 7 (Sat)

Final Examinations

Dec 10-21 (Fri-Tue)

May 13-24 (Fri-Tue)

Announcement of Results

Dec 31 (Fri)

Jun 3 (Fri)



Academic Schedule for the Session 2010-2011(Peshawar campus)




Fall 2010 semester

Spring 2011 semester

Registration

Aug 16-19 (Mon-Thu)

Jan 24-27 (Mon-Thu)

First Day of Classes

Aug 23 (Mon)

Jan 31 (Mon)

First Session Examinations

Oct 4-6 (Week 7)

Mar 7-9 (Week 6)

Second Session Examinations

Nov 11-13 (Week 12)

Apr 21-23 (Week 12)

Last Day of Classes

Dec 15 (Wed)

May 21 (Sat)

Final Examinations

Dec 22-30 (Wed-Thu)

May 25-Jun 2 (Wed-Thu)

Announcement of Results

Jan 13,2011 (Thu)

Jun 16 (Thu)