UndergraduateFaculty of Computer Science & IT

BS Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence

This program is built for the AI era, where technology professionals must understand, apply, and build intelligent systems that improve decisions, automate work, and solve real-world problems. As AI reshapes every industry…

Overview


This program is built for the AI era, where technology professionals must understand, apply, and build intelligent systems that improve decisions, automate work, and solve real-world problems. As AI reshapes every industry, students who cannot work with AI risk being left behind. This program prepares students to use AI as a real competitive advantage in prompt engineering, automation, machine learning, intelligent applications, and AI product development. From the first semester, students learn Applied AI and Prompt Engineering, Content Writing, Visual Content Creation, Digital Marketing, and No-Code Web and Mobile Application Development using GitHub Copilot. After completing the first semester, students can start earning by offering prompt engineering, AI content creation, chatbot planning, AI-assisted websites, and automation support. This is not just a BSCS. It is a university-supported pathway to become a future-ready AI professional who can design, build, and apply intelligent solutions in the AI era. Here are the most common questions students ask—you can also speak to me by pressing the mic icon or type in the chat bar. Press the next button below to explore admission details.

Courses by Semester


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Semester 1
Subject Course Type
Writing & Reading for Impact General Education
Creative Designing with AI Tools General Education
AI Integrated ICT General Education
AI Powered Functional English General Education
AI Embedded Entrepreneurship General Education
Programming Fundamentals Mandatory Core / Major
Calculus and Analytical Geometry Interdisciplinary / Allied - Mandatory
Semester 2
Subject Course Type
Optimizing Health & Nutrition with AI General Education
Data Analysis for Informed Decision-Making General Education
Islamic Studies / Ethics and AI Morality General Education
Understanding Human Psychology With AI General Education
Object Oriented Programming Mandatory Core / Major
Linear Algebra Interdisciplinary / Allied - Mandatory
Semester 3
Subject Course Type
Mathematical Problem Solving with AI General Education
Civic and Community Engagement General Education
Fehm-e-Quran I General Education
Pakistan: Ideology & Constitution General Education
Data Structures Mandatory Core / Major
Digital Logic Design Mandatory Core / Major
Operating Systems Mandatory Core / Major
Semester 4
Subject Course Type
Fehm-e-Quran II General Education
Pakistan Studies General Education
Software Engineering Mandatory Core / Major
Database Systems Mandatory Core / Major
Computer Organization & Architecture Mandatory Core / Major
Design and Analysis of Algorithms Mandatory Core / Major
Semester 5
Subject Course Type
Computer Networks Mandatory Core / Major
Information Security Mandatory Core / Major
Artificial Intelligence Mandatory Core / Major
Theory of Automata Mandatory Core / Major
Probability & Statistics Interdisciplinary / Allied
Professional Practice Interdisciplinary / Allied
Semester 6
Subject Course Type
Cloud Computing Mandatory Core / Major
Programming for AI Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Deep Learning Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Semester 7
Subject Course Type
Natural Language Processing Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Computer Vision Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Agentic AI Major Elective - Artificial Intelligence
Professional Certification Certification
Semester 8
Subject Course Type
Final Year Project Capstone Project
Field Experience / Internship Field Experience

Fees & Scholarship


Tuition / semesterRs 200,000
Admission and Registration FeeRs 30,000 (one-time)

The Admission and Registration Fee is a one-time charge and becomes payable only after you receive your provisional admission offer. Nothing is payable to submit an application.

Scholarship & Study Loan

  • Work-Based Scholarship available
  • Study Loan available

Work-Based Scholarship (WBS): work 10 hours/week online for 40% off (payable Rs 120,000/sem) or 5 hours/week for 20% off. Earned by working — not by marks.

Study Loan: an additional 40% study loan brings the payable amount to ~Rs 72,000/semester. Repaid after the student starts earning, in 6 instalments under a signed undertaking.

How the Scholarship Works

Admission Requirements


Duration, Credit Hours, and Program Structure

The BSCS – Artificial Intelligence program is a 4-year undergraduate degree spread over 8 regular semesters with 130 credit hours. Its structure includes 34 credit hours of General Education, 48 credit hours of compulsory Computer Science core courses, 24 credit hours of Artificial Intelligence specialization electives, 3 credit hours of Professional Certification, 12 credit hours of Interdisciplinary/Allied courses, 3 credit hours of Field Experience/Internship, and 6 credit hours of Final Year Project.

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Career Opportunities


AI Engineer

Prompt Engineer

Machine Learning Associate

AI Automation Specialist

Chatbot Workflow Designer

AI Startup Founder

Frequently Asked Questions


Is AI too advanced for beginners?No. Students begin with practical AI usage, then move toward programming, algorithms, machine learning, and AI systems.

This specialization prepares students for AI startups, software companies, automation teams, research labs, product teams, and digital businesses.

What makes this specialization powerful?It combines AI knowledge with practical execution, product thinking, digital skills, and earning-focused project work.

Applicants must have completed HSSC, A-Levels, or an IBCC-recognized equivalent qualification involving at least 12 years of schooling with at least 50% marks. Mathematics at intermediate level is required for BS Computing programs. Students without intermediate-level Mathematics must complete 6 credit hours of Mathematics deficiency courses within the first year, including zero semester where applicable.

What is the minimum qualification required for admission?

Applicants need HSSC, A-Levels, or an IBCC-recognized equivalent qualification involving at least 12 years of schooling.

How many marks are required for admission?

At least 50% marks are required for admission to BS Computing programs, subject to University admission rules and verification.

Is Mathematics compulsory for BSCS - Artificial Intelligence?

Mathematics at intermediate level is required. Students who have not studied Mathematics must pass 6 credit hours of Mathematics deficiency courses during the first year, including zero semester where applicable.

Is there an entry test or interview?

Any University or admission-authority test, interview, or aptitude process will apply only if officially notified. The final admission process should be followed according to the official admission system.

How long is the BSCS - Artificial Intelligence program?

It is normally a 4-year undergraduate program spread over 8 regular semesters.

How many total credit hours are included?

The program contains 130 credit hours, including general education, core computer science, AI specialization electives, professional certification, allied courses, internship, and final year project.

What is the role of specialization electives?

The 24 credit hours of AI specialization electives help students move from general computing foundations toward AI-focused topics such as machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, NLP, computer vision, MLOps, and agentic AI.

Is internship and final year project included?

Yes. The program includes a field experience/internship requirement and a final year project where students apply their computing and AI learning to practical or research-based problems.

What is the semester fee for BSCS - Artificial Intelligence?

The semester fee is PKR 135,000 per semester for undergraduate programs under the Faculty of Computer Science & IT, subject to official University policy and admission-system confirmation.

How much merit scholarship can I get?

For undergraduate Computer Science and IT programs, the merit scholarships are offered as follows:90% and above marks: 40% scholarship80% to 89% marks: 35% scholarship70% to 79% marks: 30% scholarship60% to 69% marks: 10% scholarship.

Can I get kinship or alumni discount?

Kinship discount may be 25% and alumni discount may be 50%, subject to University policy, verification, approval, and continuation requirements.

Is study loan support available?

Students may apply for a study loan subject to approval under University policy and signed undertaking. Approved students may be required to complete assigned University-supervised work or projects, and repayment follows the approved schedule.

Will scholarship continue automatically every semester?

Scholarships and discounts are subject to maintenance of required CGPA, discipline, attendance, timely dues, and University conditions. Continuation is confirmed under University policy, not assumed automatically.

How is this different from a traditional Bachelor’s degree?Traditional degrees are mostly lecture-based. USA’s model combines AI Tutor learning, mentor-led application, practical projects, digital skills, career preparation, and measurable performance improvement.

Crisp Information: The University of South Asia is a chartered, HEC-recognized, and globally recognized degree-awarding university. The BSCS – Artificial Intelligence roadmap follows the HEC Computer Science Curriculum 2025 and applicable University statutory approval processes. The program is prepared for admissions guidance and academic review under relevant computing education quality expectations.

Is the University of South Asia recognized?

Yes. The University of South Asia is a chartered and HEC-recognized degree-awarding university.

Which academic curriculum does this program follow?

The roadmap is based on the HEC Computer Science Curriculum 2025, HEC Undergraduate Education Policy, University roadmap template, student rules, and University fee/scholarship guidance.

Is this program aligned with computing education requirements?

Yes. The program is structured around BS Computer Science core requirements, AI specialization electives, professional certification, internship, and final year project learning aligned with computing education expectations.

Where should students confirm the latest public offering status?

Students should rely on the official University admission system and approved University notifications for final offering, fee, section, seat, and approval status at the time of admission.

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