Computer Science

Department of Computer Science was established in the year 2000 under the Faculty of Sciences. The department had developed curricula of the academic programs at various levels to meet the national and international standards as defined by Higher Education Commission. The curricula include PhD (Computer Science), MS (Computer Science), BS (Computer Science), BS (Software Engineering), BS (Information Technology), BS (Cyber Security), BS (Data Science) and Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Computer Science, PGD in Data Science, PGD in Cyber Security.

Introduction

The department practices the multi-method (hybrid) teaching methodology i.e. face-to-face regular classes for BS (Computer Science), BS (Software Engineering), BS (Information Technology), BS (Cyber Security), BS (Data Science) and MS (Computer Science) with the blend of e-learning mode. The facilities of Aaghi Learning Management System, Video and Teleconferencing are in use for lectures/consultations in research-oriented degree at MS and conducting professional courses at BS level. The online methodology is also practiced for PGD (Computer Science) PGD (Data Science), PGD (Cyber Security). In addition, the department also has a flavor of imparting knowledge of all BS Programs to the masses in selected regions including LAHORE, MULTAN, KARACHI, GUJRANWLA, PESHAWAR, QUTTEA, D.G. KHAN, RAHIM YAR KHAN, FAISALABAD, MUZAFFARABAD, MIRPUR (AJK), ABBOTABAD, BAHWALPUR, through modern ICT based delivery mechanisms.

BS (CS) Project: (https://aiou.edu.pk/csproject)

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Objectives

  • To produce dynamic young professionals for Computer Science discipline by developing strong academic foundation.
  • To equip students with computer science knowledge and skills so as to cope with the social, economic, scientific, and technological challenges.
  • To utilize e-learning platforms for outreach to rural and remote areas.
  • To provide a leadership support in ICT based education in Pakistan.
  • To disseminate an appreciation of the current state and future directions of technological advances in the areas of Computer Science.

Academic Facilities

The department is equipped with state-of-the-art e-classrooms and computer labs including programming and hardware labs. A video conferencing based digital class room is also available for the delivery of online lectures. Besides graduate and undergraduate teaching, the department is actively involved in research and development activities, for this purpose research lab is also available.

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Future Plans

It is envisioned that the department will:

  • extend the BS (CS) to further regions
  • offer skilled-based High-Tech courses
  • strengthen the pool of specializations
  • collaborate with national and International organizations
  • partner with industry through Industry Advisory Board

Contact Details

In House Software Projects

Chairperson

Dr Aftab Khan

Chairman
Dr Aftab Khan
Dr. Aftab Khan is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in computer science and engineering.
With a Ph.D. from The University of Manchester, UK, his doctoral work focused on advancing methodologies for single-image blind deconvolution and deblurring.
He further honed his expertise during a postdoctoral tenure at the Nottingham Geospatial Institute, University of Nottingham, UK, where he contributed to cutting-edge geospatial research.
Currently an Associate Professor at Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Dr. Khan has over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and industry collaboration.
His research interests include digital image restoration, machine learning, medical image processing, cryptography, and video compression, with a strong publication record in high-impact journals and international conferences.

 

 

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About

The Allama Iqbal Open University was established in May, 1974, with the main objectives of providing educational opportunities to masses and to those who cannot leave their homes and jobs. During all these past years, the University has more than fulfilled this promise.