Dean's Message
This millennium is an era of innovation and change, and this change is not limited to any specific industry rather it is wrapping around every walk of life. Education is no different. Traditional boundaries between different educational specializations are fading away. This disruptive trend has given birth to many professions which were never thought of before, for example medical physicists, computational biologists, computational historians etc. One common aspect in all of these different interdisciplinary educational specializations is that technology, specifically computational technology is taking center stage. This is now no surprise that the future will be shaped by the people who will have the capability of working with these computational machines, also known as Computers. As a learning facilitator, I encourage our youth to embark on the journey of thinking and to build an ability to question what are the limits of current technology and how to make a dent in those limits.
Prof. Dr. Engr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
Professor
Dean, Faculty of Information Technology
Department of Computer Science
At Salim Habib University (SHU), we offer a BS program in Computer Science that is pursuant to the latest technological trends. Consistent with our vision to be a leader in innovation, research, and dissemination of knowledge, we aspire to impart education in an effective and contemporary manner so that our students can cope up with the rapid changes in the market needs. The curriculum of the offered program involves the study of data and data structures and the algorithms to process these structures; of principles of computer architecture, both hardware and software; of addressing particular challenges in areas such as robotics, computer vision, artificial intelligence, or digital forensics; and of language design, structure, and translation technique. Our faculty consists of members with local and international research and industry experience.
The Computer Science department at SHU offers a flexible study environment where students are empowered to focus on the interdisciplinary/specialized areas of their choosing.
The Department of Computer Science offers an exceptional blend of theoretical research and extensive practical training. It transforms students into skillful professionals ready to take up real-world challenges in the industry.
Department Vision
To become a premier institution in the field of computing through education and research, innovative technology, and impactful contributions by teaching and research to serve society.
Department Mission & Objectives
Our mission is to produce graduates who are capable of taking a lead in creating a knowledge-based economy by solving real-life problems. Our graduates:
- Understand basic principles that underlie modern computational technology and are proficient in using it.
- Are capable of creatively applying their understanding of principles of computer science to solve challenging problems.
- Exhibit leadership qualities with excellent communication skills and the ability to function effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrate ethical responsibility in professional endeavors.
We also aim to create an environment that is conducive to professional growth through carrying out research projects and undergoing training.
Advisory Expert from Industry
| Name | Designation |
| Mr. Nooruddin Surani | CEO, Awesome Technologies |
| Mr. Gulraeez Gulshan | CEO, Comtech |
| Mr. Muhammad Salman | BI Manager at Sapphire Consulting Services |
| Mr. Muhammad Ahmed | Co-founder, TechSol360 |
| Mr. Hassan Navivala | Managing Consultant at Mazik Global |
| Dr. Asim Imdad | Managing Director at AKS Inc. |
| Miss Adeela Mir | Head of Incubation at Skillsrator |
| Mr. Muhammad Naeem | Manager SQA, Contour Software |
| Mr. Hamid Ali | Senior Cyber Security Consultant, Nets Solutions |
| Mr. Adnan Zaidi | P@sha representative |
| Mr. Faizan Abbas | Founder, Inspired Solution Provider |
Ph.D Computer Science
Computer Science (CS) is one of the emerging fields of science. The PhD CS program offered by Salim Habib University (SHU) has been designed to train and produce graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of the interdisciplinary fields of Computer Science.
The program is designed as per HEC guidelines. According to these guidelines, students have to go through the processes of passing rigorous course work along with high-quality research work published in peer-reviewed journal(s).
The aim of the PhD CS program offered by SHU is to produce quality researchers in the field of computing that can compete in the market and have an impact on society.
Program Objectives
- To impart in-depth knowledge and methodologies for systematically investigating original research problems.
- To enhance students' theoretical and practical understanding of Computer Science.
- To develop independent researchers capable of pursuing their research autonomously.
- To produce researchers equipped to supervise and guide research projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- For pursuing this PhD degree, a minimum 30-credit hour MS/M. Phil degree (18 years of education with first division or CGPA of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or overall 60% marks in annual system or equivalent) in the relevant subject is a prerequisite, from any HEC recognized University. In case of a foreign degree, it will be ascertained that it is equivalent to Pakistani M.Phil/ MS degree from any recognized University/Institution.
- Applicants must pass the Graduate Assessment Test (GAT) (subject test) in Computer Science, conducted by the National Testing Service (NTS), with a minimum of 60% marks prior to admission to the PhD program.
Ref. (https://hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/Documents/MPHIL_Phd_Criteria.pdf)
PhD Courses
Table 1 lists the PhD courses along with their credit hours. PhD students must select any six courses (18 credit hours) from this list, to be completed preferably during the first year of their program.
Table 1: List of PhD Courses
| Course Title | Credit Hours |
| Advanced Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| Recent Trends in Biometrics Identification | 3 |
| Selected Topics in Pervasive Computing | 3 |
| Advance Topics in Internet of Things | 3 |
| Advanced Robotics | 3 |
| Selected Topics in Machine Learning | 3 |
| Advanced Topics in Computer Vision | 3 |
| Applied Natural Language Processing | 3 |
| Advanced Topics in Data Science | 3 |
| Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| Data Visualization | 3 |
| Advanced Statistical and Mathematical Methods for Data Science | 3 |
| Distributed Systems | 3 |
| Advanced Theory of Computation | 3 |
| Advanced Web Technologies | 3 |
| Advanced Topics in Computer Networks | 3 |
| Information Security | 3 |
Note:
- The offering of seminar and independent study courses is subject to the approval of the departmental Graduate Research Committee (GRC).
- The list of courses in Table 1 is not exhaustive and may be updated at any time, with the addition or removal of courses subject to the approval of the Board of Studies (BOS). Additionally, the content of PhD courses will not be fixed; it will reflect the instructor’s expertise and incorporate the latest trends and state-of-the-art literature relevant to the course.
Prof. Dr. Engr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
Professor & Dean
Prof. Dr. Engr. Sheeraz Arif
Professor & Chairperson
Dr. Samita Bai
Assistant Professor
Ms. Sidra Nasir
Lecturer
Mr. Umer Mehmood
Lecturer
Ms. Sumra Khan
Lecturer
Ms. Saadia Karim
Lecturer
Mr. Muhammad Rahil
Lecturer
Mr. Ateeque Rahman
Lecturer
Mr. Muhammad Fahim
Lecturer
Mr. Muhammad Owais
Lecturer
Mr. Mansoor Ahmed
Research & Teaching Associate
Ms. Sania Mariam
Research & Teaching Associate
Faculty Spotlight (Invited Speaker / keynote Speaker)
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
1. Erasmus Mundus Scholarship - a life changing journey, European Commission Erasmus+, EU Roadshow Event at Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta on June 13, 2024.
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
2. Advancing Healthcare: The Confluence of AI, Computer Vision, and Medical Imaging, Mini Symposium on AI in Health Sciences. Center for Artificial Intelligence in Health Sciences (PCMD) and Education Network (SIREN), International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi, 24th April 2024. .
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
3. AI: A Transformative Agent in Higher Education - 2nd IEMC Symposium (Integrating Effective Methodologies in the Classroom), DHACSS College for Women, DHA Phase VIII, Karachi, Feb 2024.
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
4.Elevating Healthcare: The Convergence of AI and Medical Imaging - 3rd Annual Biological Science Conference, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Nov 2023.
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
5.The role of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare - International research Symposium 2023. Dow University of Health Sciences (Dow Institute of Health Professionals Education (DIHPE)). Karachi, March 2023.
Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan
6.Life after graduation - Preparing for Erasmus Mundus Scholarship - Represented European Education at Habib University Karachi. Feb 2023.
Dr. Samita Bai
1.1st International Multidisciplinary Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering Technology-2023 (1st IMCEET-2023), - Represented European Education at Habib University Karachi. Feb 2023.
Dr. Samita Bai
2. IEEE R10 WIE Champions Initiate “Building a Brighter Future”, - Hamdard University & Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, keynote speaker on the topic “Role of Women in AI”. 13th December 23.
Student Achievements
1. Computer Science students presented their projects at the Habib University Research Symposium held on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, which featured projects from students of several leading institutions. Student team from Computer Science department working on Breast Cancer Analysis under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Salim Habib University, won Third Prize! The students behind the prize-winning project, titled 'Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) For Breast Cancer Classification' are Maryam Ahmed and Tooba Bibi.
2. Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Salim Habib University, was an Invited Speaker at The Aga Khan University's 3rd Annual Biological Sciences Conference: From Basics to Breakthroughs, that took place on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. His presentation, titled 'Elevating Healthcare: The Convergence of AI and Medical Imaging', was an enriching experience for all who attended. Computer Science students Aliza Alwani, Dileep Kumar, and Hasaan Abdullah, were awarded Second Prize for their research poster on 'Machine Learning Approach for Early Parkinson’s Disease Identification through Voice Analysis', among forty incredible presentations.
3. Student team consisting of Aliza Alwani, Dileep Kumar, and Hasaan Abdullah from the department of Computer Science were awarded third Place for their project ‘Predictive Analysis of PCOS on Ultrasound Images Using XAI and MLOps.’ At the Dhanani School of Science and Engineering (DSSE) Undergraduate Research Symposium (DURS 2024) , Habib University, Karachi, on Thursday, May 16, 2024. The prize-winning project was supervised by Prof. Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Salim Habib University. Undergraduate students from various universities, including Habib University, SZABIST, FAST National University, and NED University, also presented their research at the event.
Shining Stars
Name: Fatima Tuz Zehra
Secured French University Scholarship For MSc (Internet of Things and Cybersecurity)
Organization: Faculte Des Sciences et Technologies. Universite de Lille, France
Name: Laviza
Designation: Cybersecurity Analyst
Organization: British Telecom, UK
Name: Tayyab Ahmed
Designation: Senior Flutter Developer
Organization: Sentrax Ltd
Name: Maryum Ahmed
Designation: Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Organization: Remote
Name: Tooba Bibi
Designation: Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Organization: Taleemabad
Name: Abdullah Asif
Designation: Flutter Developer
Organization: Atlas Autos (Pvt) Limited
Name: Muhammad Faizan Khalid
Designation: Full Stack Developer
Organization: AsyncTech (Pvt.) Limited
Name: Alisha Fatima
Designation: Business Development Associate
Organization: One world immigration law consultant
Name: Nisha Fatima
Designation: (SAP B1) Management Training Officer (MTO)
Organization: Supernova Solutions Ltd
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