PROSPECTUS 2024

Vision
To produce world- class professionals, who are responsible citizens
and good human beings.

Mission
1. To identify and attract the most promising students from
diverse communities, to shape them into visionary leaders and
world- class professionals.
2. To impart quality education to students, irrespective of their
financial background ethnicity, gender or religion to create an
inclusive society.
3. To promote research and scholarly activities to generate
knowledge.

Disclaimer

The contents of this Prospectus supersede all policies, rules, regulations, procedures, requirements, conditions and financial
changes 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 of 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.
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Table of Contents

The Foundation 05 Programs in Engineering 105

Board of Governors of FAST 05 BS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 106
The University 07 Bachelor of Science (Computer Engineering) 107
Rector’s Message 07 Bachelor of Science (Civil Engineering) 109
Board of Trustees 08 Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering) 110
Board of Governors 08
Officers of the University 08 MS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 112
Master of Science (Civil Engineering) 113
Campuses & University Master of Science (Electrical Engineering) 114
Chiniot-Faisalabad Campus 09
Research 10
Programs in Management Sciences 115
Faculity 14
BS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 116
Islamabad Campus 20 Bachelor of Business Administration 117
Research 21 Bachelor of Science (Accounting and Finance) 118
Faculity 30 Bachelor of Science (Business Analytics) 119
Karachi Campus 46 Bachelor of Science (Financial Technology) 120
Research 48
Faculity 51 MS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 121
Lahore Campus 61 Master of Business Administration 122
Research 62 Master of Science (Business Analytics) 123
Faculity 67
Peshawar Campus 80 Programs in Sciences and Humanities 124
Research 81 MS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 125
Faculity 84 Master of Science (Applied Linguistics) 126
Master of Science (Mathematics) 127
Academic Programs 89
Programs Offered & Campus PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) 128
PhD Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 129
Programs in Computing 90
BS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 91 Office of Research, Innovation and
Bachelor of Science (Artificial Intelligence) 92 Commercialization (ORIC) 131
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) 93
Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security) 94 Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) 134
Bachelor of Science (Data Science) 95
Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering) 96 Admission Information 139
NU Online Admission Test (NU-OAT) 140
MS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria 98 Admission and Academic Schedules 142
Master of Science (Artificial Intelligence) 99 Fee Information 143
Master of Science (Cyber Security) 100 Financial Assistance/Scholarships 144
Master of Science (Computer Science) 101
Master of Science (Data Science) 102 Rules and Regulations
Master of Science (Software Engineering) 103 Academic Rules and Regulations 145
Master of Science (Software Project Management) 104 Code of Conduct 149

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The Foundation

The sponsoring body of the University – the

Foundation for Advancement of Science
Board of Governors of Fast
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 caliber. 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. President

A Board of Governors, elected in accordance Mr Wasim Sajjad, N.I.

with its Charter, manages the affairs of the
Members
Foundation. The members of the Board are
eminent personalities in their respective fields 1. Justice (Retd) Mian Muhammad Ajmal
and are associated with the Foundation in an 2. Justice (Retd) Muhammad Ather Saeed
honorary capacity. 3. Justice (Retd) Shabbar Raza Rizvi
4. Dr. Amir Muhammed
5. Dr. Lutfullah
6. Dr. Naveed A. Malik
7. Dr. Samar Mubarakmand
8. Dr. UAG Isani
9. Mr. Arshad Nasar
10. Mr. Nisar A. Memon
11. Ms. Parveen Qadir Agha
12. Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh
13. Mr. Rashid A. Khan

Secretary General
14. Rana Ghulam Shabbir, S.I, T.Q.A

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 The University

Rector’s Message
Dear Applicants
We are delighted to receive your admission applications to our esteemed
university. As you embark on this new journey in higher education, you find
yourselves in a time of rapid technological advancement, presenting the
unique challenge of choosing between traditional and emerging fields of study.
Technology is undeniably the future, and we are here to guide you through these
choices.
FAST-NUCES is Pakistan’s premier technology university and a bastion of
higher learning. With campuses in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar,
and Chiniot-Faisalabad, we are excited to announce the opening of our Multan
Campus in 2025 to support the talent and youth of South Punjab. As a non-
profit institution dedicated to human development, we provide substantial
financial aid to ensure that no one is denied the opportunity for education.
We take pride in being pioneers of Computer Science education in Pakistan, having introduced
the first degree in 1985. Our alumni are the backbone of the software industry as well as holders
of top positions in management and engineering domains both in Pakistan and internationally,
contributing to major multinational companies and playing a crucial role in the entrepreneurial
ecosystem globally.
Continuing our legacy of innovation, we offer degree programs in Artificial Intelligence, Data
Science, Financial Technology (Fintech), and Cyber Security. In 2021, we successfully launched
our Business Analytics degree program. Additionally, we provide programs in Computer Science,
Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business
Administration, and Accounting and Finance. We have also introduced a specialization in Game
Development within the Computer Science program for senior students.
We believe that your decision to join us will pave the way for a rewarding career in an emerging
discipline. Our commitment is to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in
your chosen field of study.

Best wishes and good luck in your endeavors.

Dr Aftab Ahmad Maroof
RECTOR

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The University

Founded as a Federally Chartered University in July to about 13,000 students, around one-quarter are female.
2000, the National University of Computer and Emerging
Research wings of the university are well recognized,
Sciences is a premiere University of Pakistan, renowned for
nationally and internationally. They are embarked upon
quality and impact of its students in the development of
cutting edge research having direct impact on the social,
local software and other industries. The university has five
economic and technological needs of Pakistan. Our vision
modern campuses at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar
is to become a globally recognized research university of
and Chiniot-Faisalabad. These campuses provide world
Pakistan within the next decade.
class educational environment and recreational facilities

Patron of the University

President, Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Board of Trustees Board of Governors

CHAIRMAN CHAIRMAN
Mr. Wasim Sajjad, Chancellor Dr. Aftab Ahmad Maroof, Rector NU
MEMBERS MEMBERS
1. Justice (Retd) Muhammad Ather Saeed 1. Justice (Retd) Mian Muhammad Ajmal
2. Justice (Retd) Shabbar Raza Rizvi 2. Dr. Amir Muhammed
3. Dr. UAG Isani 3. Dr. Lutfullah
4. Mr Ahmad Farooq 4. Mr. Ahmad Farooq
5. Mr. Arshad Nasar 5. Mr. Rashid A. Khan
6. Ms. Parveen Qadir Agha 6. Dr. Jawwad Ahmed Shamsi
7. Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh 7. Dr. Waseem Ikram, Registrar NU
8. Dr. Aftab Ahmad Maroof, Rector NU 8. Chairman, HEC or his nominee not below the rank of
9. Chairman, HEC or his nominee not below the rank of an Officer of basic pay scale 20
an Officer of basic pay scale 20 9. Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and
10. Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training
Professional Training

Officers of the University

Chancellor Mr. Wasim Sajjad
Rector Dr. Aftab Ahmad Maroof
Registrar/Controller of Examinations Dr. Waseem Ikram

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