Academics

Programs & Academics

A full range of programs from a rigorous undergraduate degree to research and professional masters and doctoral study.

Undergraduate

Undergraduate4 years / 8 semesters

B.Sc. (Honours) in Computer Science and Engineering

The flagship four-year undergraduate program building strong foundations across theory, systems, software, and applied computing.

Duration: 4 years, 8 semesters
Total credits: 150 credits
Graduation requirement: Minimum CGPA 2.00, no F grade
Maximum completion time: 6 years from enrollment
Admission: DU Science Unit test; min GPA 3.50 in S.S.C. and H.S.C., combined ≥ 8.00

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Graduate

Graduate3 semesters minimum

M.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering

A research- and project-based masters extending depth across core and specialized computing areas.

Duration: 3 semesters minimum, 6 maximum
Total credits: 36 credits
Pathways: M.Sc. by Research or M.Sc. by Project
Graduation requirement: Minimum CGPA 2.50, no F grade
Admission: CSEDU graduates without a test within 2 years; others by test

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Graduate2 years

MPhil in Computer Science and Engineering

A research degree combining advanced coursework with a substantial thesis contribution.

Duration: 2 years
Structure: Year 1 coursework, year 2 thesis
Coursework: Two 100-mark theory courses, or four of 50 marks
Pass mark: 50% in theory and viva
Registration validity: 4 years

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Graduate4 years full-time

PhD in Computer Science and Engineering

The department's highest research degree, advancing original contributions across computing disciplines.

Duration: 4 years full-time, 5 years part-time
Coursework: 3 theory courses of 3 credit hours each
Assessment: 300 marks theory plus 100 marks viva
Thesis eligibility: After 2 years full-time, or 4 part-time
Progress reports: Every 6 months, plus an annual seminar

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Professional

Professional1.5 years

Professional Masters in Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering

A professional masters focused on applied artificial intelligence and data engineering for working professionals.

Duration: 1.5 years
Focus: Applied AI and Data Engineering

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Professional1.5 years

Professional Masters in Information and Cyber Security

A professional masters preparing specialists in information security, cyber defense, and digital forensics.

Duration: 1.5 years

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Academic Calendar

September 2026 semester dates and signed department calendars. Examination weeks include scheduled holidays; consult the course routine for individual exam dates.

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