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Engineering, IT & Computer Science Defining futures PROSPECTUS 2011 PROS P Engineering,ECTUS IT & Computer Science 2011 Defining futures National University of Sciences and Technology NUST is a comprehensive research-intensive university that “offers quality yet Welcome accessible higher education not only in the traditional fields but also in the emerging and cutting-edge sciences and technology in order to meet the national needs”. from the Rector This is evident from the array of new disciplines being offered to widen the choices of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to open new avenues of applied research. Engineering education has been the forte of NUST which is evident from 274th position of the University in international ranking in the field of Engineering and IT and filing of 31 patent applications within the last 6 years of which six patents have been granted. Being a national university, adhering to merit-based admission criteria, NUST attracts talented youth from the middle-class and lower middle class who form the backbone of the student body. Not only that, the University financially supports a large number of needy but promising students from non-metropolitan areas, but also helps them realise their dreams to pursue their passion for higher studies, providing them top- of-the-line faculty, most modern facilities and enabling environment conducive to learning and research. In this age of knowledge-driven economy, wherein science and technology play a vital role, the need of innovative engineers, technologists and researchers has never been greater for Pakistan. Your choice of engineering education carries a challenge and a promise for the future. NUST will offer you the best possible faculty and facilities, equip you with professional expertise and groom you as a global citizen to meet the challenges of the new millennium. You will be guided and mentored but the degree of success will depend on your will and capacity to excel. As regards the choice of discipline, you may seek expert guidance and advice but take up a programme which should be your life-long passion and professional commitment. I wish you a rewarding stay at NUST. Engr Muhammad Ashgar Rector NUST Noteworthy Statistics 366th University of the world (overall) (QS UK, 2010) Employment 85% The remaining students either opt for higher studies or year last self-employment (CDC Survey 2009) UST 48,000 applied to Students N Ranked amongst the Top 300 UNIVERSITIES OF THE WORLD in the disciplines of Engineering & IT, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Arts & Humanities (QS UK, 2009) Faculty to Student Ratio 1:10 About the University 05 Why Choose NUST 07 Location 8 Who to Contact 10 Developing Careers 12 Research and Development 14 R&D Eco-system 15 Student Support Services 17 CONTENTS Accommodation 20 Quality Assurance 22 NUST Campuses 23 Institutions & Programmes 27 Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Master of Science in: Manufacturing Engineering and Management Military College of Engineering 27 MS Leading to PhD in: Bachelors in Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering (Control Engineering) Electrical Engineering (Communications) Mechanical Engineering Military College of Signals 35 Bachelors in: College of Aeronautical Engineering 105 Electrical Engineering (Telecom) Software Engineering Bachelors in: MS Leading to PhD in: Aerospace Engineering (Mechanical Engineering for Aviation) Electrical Engineering (Telecom) Avionics Engineering (Electronics Engineering for Aviation) Software Engineering Information Security School of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science 116 College of Electrical & Bachelors in: Mechanical Engineering 51 Electrical Engineering Bachelors in: Software Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mechanical Engineering Master of Science in: Computer Engineering Computer and Communication Security Mechatronics Engineering MS Leading to PhD in: MS Leading to PhD in: Information Technology Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering Management Computer Science Computer Engineering Software Engineering School of Chemical & Mechanical Engineering Materials Engineering 143 Mechatronics Engineering Bachelors in: Materials Engineering Pakistan Navy Engineering College 79 Chemical Engineering Bachelors in: MS Leading to PhD in: Electrical Engineering Materials and Surface Engineering Electronics Engineering Energetic Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering School of Civil & Environmental Engineering 159 Bachelors in: Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering Geoinformatics Engineering MS Leading to PhD in: Transportation Engineering Structural Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Construction Engineering and Management Environmental Science Remote Sensing & Geographical Information Systems Environmental Engineering Water Resource Engineering and Management School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering 179 Bachelors in: Mechanical Engineering MS Leading to PhD in: Design & Manufacturing Engineering Robotics & Intelligent Machine Engineering Mechanical Engineering Research Centre for Modelling and Simulation 193 MS Leading to PhD in: Computational Science and Engineering Applying to NUST 199 National Students Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Progammes International Students Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Progammes Fee and Funding 211 National Students Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Progammes International Students Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Progammes NUST Entrance Test (NET) 215 Instructions for NET Specimen Answer Sheet About the University About the University National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) was established in March 1991 for the promotion of higher scientific education in the country, especially in the fields of science and technology by providing stable and disciplined academic environment together with need-based research, pertinent to industrial requirements. The University was granted its Charter in 1993. Over the years, the University has expanded in scope, services and stature and has emerged as a leading comprehensive University in the public sector. Within two decades, NUST has achieved important milestones and gained immense significance as an institution of higher education in Pakistan. The University produces professionals and researchers of very high calibre, capable of developing indigenous technologies to meet the growing demands of the 21st century. It is envisioned to grow as a centre of excellence for the country’s scientific and technological progress. An outstanding feature of the University is that while maintaining traditional values of excellence in teaching and research, it challenges conventional practices and creates new ways of developing and delivering courses, pertaining to emerging and cutting-edge disciplines, on most modern lines. NUST is a new-age university defining new frontiers in teaching and research. The programmes are distinctive for their high-quality research orientation. Notwithstanding the significance of undergraduate courses, there is ever- growing emphasis on postgraduate studies and research output. Creativity and innovation are embedded as core values in all scholastic activities. The conducive academic environment at the campuses facilitates educational pursuits. NUST has developed linkages with international universities of repute to ensure two-way flow of knowledge and to be in step with modern trends. Split programmes and visits of eminent professors from reputed foreign universities is a regular feature of the academic activity. These eminent scholars deliver lectures on the latest developments in their respective fields and also help update and review the academic programmes. Engineering, Science IT and Computer NUST Prospectus 2011 www.nust.edu.pk 7 Defining Futures Vision Strategic Thrusts The National University of Sciences and Technology aims to Excellence in Teaching & Education emerge as a comprehensive residential institution responsive Provide high-quality education in sciences and technology while to technological change, dedicated to excellence and remaining accessible to all sections of the society committed to international educational and research needs of the country. NUST will continue to champion a tradition of Focus on Research distinguished teaching, research and service through evolving Undertake high-quality yet relevant research to support the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level programmes emerging knowledge-based economy and society of study in various disciplines in collaboration with renowned universities inside the country and abroad. Spirit of Enterprise Develop instruments and mechanism for promotion of Besides traditional fields of Engineering, IT, Medicine, enterprising spirit and entrepreneurial culture among NUST Management, Natural and Basic Sciences, NUST envisages graduates and create strong linkages with industry exploring and initiating higher education in the emerging science and technology disciplines. Internationalisation and Global Vision Develop strong international linkages to ensure inflow of new In recognition of its place in the human society, the University knowledge and state-of-the-art technologies, while building a will celebrate a faculty, staff and student body which will positive international image of the University and country reflect the diversity of our nation. The University is entrusted with the responsibility of producing culturally enlightened, Positive Social Impact technologically knowledgeable, academically competent