VU BS Lateral BS in Information Technology
The BS-Lateral in Information Technology is intended for students who already possess relevant academic background, allowing them to complete their degree with advanced placement. The curriculum provides a strong base in IT and includes specialized elective courses tailored to industry requirements. Graduates are equipped for varied roles in the technology field, advanced studies, and creative problem-solving in the modern digital era.
Objectives
The BS-Lateral in Information Technology program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in today’s fast-evolving digital environment. Its primary goals include:
Establishing a strong understanding of essential IT principles, methodologies, and practices.
Fostering creativity in applying IT solutions to address real-world business and technological issues.
Enhancing hands-on expertise in evaluating and utilizing software and systems efficiently.
Promoting professionalism, ethical awareness, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork.
Cultivating logical reasoning, analytical skills, and critical thinking for sound decision-making.
Encouraging research and innovation in advancing fields of Information Technology.
Preparing students to confidently participate in virtual education through modern digital platforms and tools.
Eligibility Criteria
BS-Lateral Entry Admission (For Candidates with 14 Years of Education)
A. Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must have completed a 2-year Associate Degree in a Computing-related field from an HEC-recognized institution.
A minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 (semester system) is required.
Candidates must also fulfill the University’s general admission requirement of at least 50% marks in 12 years of education.
B. Special Case
Students who obtained 45% marks in Intermediate and later completed a 2-year Associate Degree in Computing (from an HEC-recognized institution) before Fall 2023 with a minimum CGPA of 2.0/4.0 are also considered eligible.
C. Equivalence Requirement
Applicants holding foreign qualifications or Deeni Asnad must provide an equivalence certificate issued by HEC, Islamabad.
Note: Applicants with a traditional BA/BSc degree or an Associate Degree in an unrelated discipline are not eligible for admission.
Relevant Associate/Bachelor Degree Titles in Computing
ADP – Computer Science
ADP – Database Management System
ADP – Computer Networking
ADP – Web Design and Development
ADP – Information Technology
ADP – Software Development
ADP – Software Engineering
ADP – Web & Mobile Application Development
ADP – Data Science
ADP – Artificial Intelligence
ADP – Cyber Security
ADP – Information Security
ADP – Multimedia & Animation
ADP – Multimedia & Gaming
ADP – Information Systems
ADP – Computing
BSc – Computer Science (VU Students)
BCS
Assessment Criteria
Semester Work | Apply | Graded/Non-Graded | Marks | Count |
Quizzes | a | Graded | 10-20% | 2-4 /course |
GDBs/Viva | a | 1/course | ||
Assignments/Project | a | 2-4 / Course | ||
MDBs | a | Non-Graded |
| 1 / Lecture (Module) |
Lab Work | a | Non-Graded |
| 1/Week |
Teaching Practice | c |
|
|
|
Live Sessions | a | Non-Graded |
| 1 / Week |
Attendance | c |
|
|
|
Mid Term Exam | a | Graded | 20-30% | 1 /Course |
Final Term Exam | a | Graded | 60% | 1/Course |
Any Other (Please specify) | c |
|
|
|
Award of Degree
To qualify for the award of a BS-Lateral degree, students are required to meet the following conditions:
Successfully complete the prescribed coursework comprising a minimum of 63 credit hours.
Attain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.00 out of 4.00
Project / Internship
Project
All BS-Lateral students in the Department of Computer Science & IT are required to register for and successfully complete the “CS619 Final Year Project” in the 3rd semester of their program. This course carries 6 credit hours. In exceptional hardship cases, students who are unable to pass CS619 by the end of the 4th semester may be allowed to take two substitute courses of 3 credit hours each in later semesters to fulfill their degree requirements.
Internship
As part of the BS-Lateral curriculum, students are expected to complete an internship after finishing their core courses. The internship provides essential industry exposure, enabling students to apply classroom learning to real-world scenarios, enhance professional skills, and gain hands-on experience. Although the internship is non-credit bearing, it is strongly encouraged as it significantly improves employability and prepares graduates for successful careers in the IT sector.
Scheme of Study
| |||||||||
| Semester No. 1 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| CS306 | Introduction to Python | Major | Domain Electives | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS402 | Theory of Automata | Major | Domain Electives | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS409 | Introduction to Database Administration | Major | Domain Core | Required | CS403 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS502 | Fundamentals of Algorithms | Major | Computing Core | Required | CS301 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS604 | Operating Systems | Major | Computing Core | Required | CS301 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS610 | Computer Networks | Major | Domain Electives | Required | CS601 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CSI619 | Field Experience / Internship | Major | Field Experience / Internship | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| Semester No. 2 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| CS205 | Information Security | Major | Computing Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS435 | Cloud Computing | Major | Domain Electives | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS511 | Web Engineering | Major | Domain Electives | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS512 | Systems and Network Administration | Major | Domain Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS521 | Web Systems and Technologies | Major | Domain Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS607 | Artificial Intelligence | Major | Computing Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| Semester No. 3 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| CS619 | Final Project – CS619 | Major | Capstone Project | Required | 3 | ||||
| CS627 | Cyber Security | Major | Domain Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| IT602 | Information Technology Infrastructure | Major | Domain Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| CS314 | Introduction to Cellular Networks | Major | Domain Electives | Elective | CS610 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS315 | Network Security | Major | Domain Electives | Elective | CS610 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS407 | Routing and Switching | Major | Domain Electives | Elective | CS610 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| CS505 | Virtual Systems and Services | Major | Domain Electives | Elective | CS201 | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | |||
| Semester No. 4 | |||||||||
| Course Code | Title | Category | Sub Category | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||
| CS619 | Final Project | Required | 3 | ||||||
| CS621 | Parallel and Distributed Computing | Major | Domain Core | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| MTH603 | Numerical Analysis | Interdisciplinary | Mathematics Supporting | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| ECO401 | Economics | Interdisciplinary | Elective Supporting | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| MGT502 | Organizational Behaviour | Interdisciplinary | Elective Supporting | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||
| MGT610 | Business Ethics | Interdisciplinary | Elective Supporting | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||