BS Data Science

Program Info

The Bachelor of Science in Data Science (BS DS) program equips students with the knowledge and skills to collect, process, analyze, and interpret complex data to drive meaningful insights and decisions. This program provides hands-on experience in data-driven problem-solving, enabling students to develop advanced analytical solutions with the support of state-of-the-art research labs and expert faculty. We prepare students to become leaders who tackle real-world challenges, drive innovation, and meet industry expectations through cutting-edge research and applications.

The curriculum of the BS DS program covers key areas such as computing, mathematics, statistics, data visualization, machine learning, big data analytics, predictive modelling, database systems, data mining, and artificial intelligence. Students will gain expertise in applying data science techniques to various domains, including healthcare, finance, business, governance, agriculture, transportation, and education, to make data-driven decisions that shape the future.

Outline

Areas	Courses	Cr. Hrs.
Computing Core	14	47
Domain Core	6	18
Domain Elective	7	21
Mathematics & Supporting Courses**	4	12
Elective Supporting Courses	1	3
General Education Requirements	12	31
Total	44	132

Eligibility Criteria

At least 50% marks in Intermediate (HSSC) examination with Mathematics or equivalent qualification with Mathematics certified by IBCC

At least 50% marks in Intermediate Pre-medical (subject combination of Physics, Chemistry and Biology) are also eligible to apply. Such candidates, if admitted, are required to study additional two Mathematics courses, worth 6 credit hours, during the first year of studies at the institution

Applicant will clear UCP test or equivalent

Selection Criteria

Matric	Intermediate	Admission Test
10%	45%	45%

Fee Structure with Scholarship

Program Name: BS Data Science

Per Credit Hour Fee: 11,270

Admission Fee: 25,000

1st Semester Total Fee Including Admission fee	1st Installment Including Admission fee	1st Installment with 35% PGC Scholarship	1st Installment with 25% Merit/PGC/Legacy Scholarship	1st Installment with 50% Merit Scholarship	1st Installment with 75% Merit Scholarship	1st Installment with 100% Merit Scholarship	Total Credit Hours	Total Fee(incl Admission fee)
227,860	126,430	N/A	101,073	75,715	50,358	25,000	132	1,512,640

Disclaimer

The above-mentioned fee structure is for illustration purpose only. UCP reserves the rights to make changes in the Fee Structure whenever deemed necessary or appropriate.

Tentative Study Road Map

Semester I

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	CP103	-	Introduction to Computing (GE-I)	GER	3
-	CP101	-	Introduction to Computing - Lab (GE-I)	GER	1
2	ENG110	-	Functional English (GE-II)	GER	3
3	GE102	-	Basic Electronics (GE-III)	GER	2
-	GE101	-	Basic Electronics - Lab (GE-III)	GER	1
4	PAK102	-	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan (GE-IV)	GER	2
5	AL143	-	QR 1 (Discrete Structures) (GE-V)	GER	3
6	MAT103	-	Pre-Calculus	(Only for Pre-medical Students)	3
Total	-	-	-	-	15 (18)

Semester II

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	CP113	ITC	Programming Fundamentals	Computing Core	3
-	CP111	ITC	Programming Fundamentals - Lab	Computing Core	1
2	AR102	-	Digital Logic Design	Computing Core	2
-	AR101	-	Digital Logic Design - Lab	Computing Core	1
3	MAT113	-	QR 2 (Calculus and Analytic Geometry) (GE-VI)	GER	3
4	ENG102	FE	Expository Writing (GE-VII)	GER	3
5	SEP113	-	Civics and Community Engagement (GE-VIII)	GER	2
6	MAT123	-	Elementary Algebra	(Only for Pre-medical Students)	3
Total	-	-	-	-	15 (18)

Semester III

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	CP223	PF	Object Oriented Programming	Computing Core	3
-	CP221	PF	Object Oriented Programming - Lab	Computing Core	1
2	AR223	DLD	Computer Organization & Assembly Language	Computing Core	3
-	AR221	DLD	Computer Organization & Assembly Language - Lab	Computing Core	1
3	MAT253	-	Probability & Statistics	Maths	3
4	SEP203	-	Arts & Humanities (Professional Practices) (GE-IX)	GER	2
5	MAT243	CAG	Multivariable Calculus	Maths	3
6	ENT201	-	Entrepreneurship (GE-X)	GER	2
Total	-	-	-	-	18

Semester IV

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	CP233	OOP	Data Structures	Computing Core	3
-	CP231	OOP	Data Structures - Lab	Computing Core	1
2	DB203	-	Database Systems	Computing Core	3
-	DB201	-	Database Systems - Lab	Computing Core	1
3	-	-	Social Sciences (GE-XI)	GER	2
4	DS202	-	Domain Core 1 (Introduction to Data Science)	Domain Core	2
-	DS201	-	Domain Core 1 (Introduction to Data Science Lab)	Domain Core	1
5	MAT233	CAG	Linear Algebra	Maths	3
6	ISL201	-	Islamic Studies (GE- XII)	GER	2
Total	-	-	-	-	18

Semester V

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	SE203	-	Software Engineering	Domain Elective	3
2	AL312	-	Artificial Intelligence	Computing Core	2
-	AL311	-	Artificial Intelligence - Lab	Computing Core	1
3	NS312	-	Information Security	Computing Core	2
-	NS311	-	Information Security - Lab	Computing Core	1
4	AR332	-	Operating Systems	Computing Core	2
-	AR331	-	Operating Systems - Lab	Computing Core	1
5	ENG203	FE	Technical & Business Writing	EN	3
6	-	-	Domain Elective 1	Domain Elective	3
Total	-	-	-	-	18

Semester VI

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	NS302	-	Computer Networks	Computing Core	2
-	NS301	-	Computer Networks - Lab	Computing Core	1
2	AL303	DS	Analysis of Algorithms	Computing Core	3
3	DS382	DB	Domain Core 2 (Advanced Statistics)	Domain Core	2
-	DS381	DB	Domain Core 2 (Advanced Statistics) - Lab	Domain Core	1
4	-	-	Domain Elective 2	Domain Elective	3
5	DS362	Data Science	Domain Core 3 (Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence)	Domain Core	2
-	DS361	Data Science	Domain Core 3 (Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence) - Lab	Domain Core	1
6	-	-	Domain Elective 3	Domain Elective	3
Total	-	-	-	-	18

Semester VII

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	-	-	Domain Elective 4	Domain Elective	3
2	CP483	-	Final Year Project - I	Computing Core	3
3	DS452	DW&BI	Domain Core 4 (Data Visualization)	Domain Core	2
-	DS451	DW&BI	Domain Core 4 (Data Visualization) - Lab	Domain Core	1
4	DS442	Data Science, Adv Stat	Domain Core 5 (Data Mining)	Domain Core	2
-	DS441	-	Domain Core 5 (Data Mining) - Lab	Domain Core	1
5	-	-	Domain Elective 5	Domain Elective	3
Total	-	-	-	-	15

Semester VIII

Sr. No.	Course Code	Pre-Req	Course	Domain	Credit Hours
1	CP442	OOP, OS	Domain Core 6 (Parallel & Distributed Computing)	Domain Core	2
-	CP441	OOP, OS	Domain Core 6 (Parallel & Distributed Computing) - Lab	Domain Core	1
2	CP493	FYP-I	Final Year Project - II	Computing Core	3
3	-	-	Domain Elective 6	Domain Elective	3
4	-	-	Domain Elective 7	Domain Elective	3
5	-	-	Elective Supporting Course	SS	3
Total	-	-	-	-	15

Career Opportunities

The BS in Data Science opens doors to high-demand careers that leverage data-driven insights to solve real-world problems. Companies across sectors, including healthcare, finance, retail, and technology, depend on data science professionals to optimize operations and make informed decisions. Graduates can explore roles such as:

Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Big Data Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Developer
Data Engineer
Quantitative Analyst
AI and Data Consultant
Marketing Data Analyst
Cloud Data Architect

These professionals drive innovation by analyzing trends, predicting outcomes, and enhancing decision-making through data-driven methodologies in various industries.

Criteria for Award of Degree

Each candidate for the BS Data Science degree must successfully complete 132 credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. The program spans four years, consisting of eight semesters with Fall and Spring semesters each year. The Summer semester may be utilized for internships or deficiency courses. Students must complete the degree within a minimum of four years and a maximum of seven years.