DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

HOD’s Message

Welcome! On behalf of the faculty, staff, and students, I warmly welcome you to the Department of Computer Science at Lahore Garrison University. Computer Science is transforming every sphere of life, and our responsibility extends beyond imparting technical knowledge. We aim to develop ethical, innovative, and socially responsible computing professionals who can lead technological advancement and contribute meaningfully to the society.
Our department promotes a student-led learning environment in which students take ownership of their academic, research, and professional development. Through practical learning, multidisciplinary projects, research initiatives, competitions, and industry engagement, students are empowered to explore ideas, collaborate effectively, and develop solutions to real-world challenges. Alongside strong computing foundations, we emphasize communication, teamwork, critical thinking, leadership, entrepreneurship, and character building.
Accreditation by the National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC) reflects our commitment to nationally recognized academic standards, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
I wish you continued success at LGU.

Dr. Erum Mehmood
HOD/Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science
Lahore Garrison University

OVERVIEW

The computer science department is one of the largest departments of the University offering a range of academic degree programs, including BSCS, MSCS, MSAI, and Ph.D. CS. The department employs a diverse group of faculty members with expertise in various computing disciplines. Research is a significant component of the computer science department. Faculty and students are often engaged in cutting-edge research areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer graphics, cybersecurity, computer vision, cloud computing, and various allied domains. The department has research labs and faculty members often secure research grants and collaborate with industry. The computer science department has different student societies and clubs such as TechSphere, GEARS, Google Developer Student Club, IEEE Student Branch, and ACM Student Chapter. These groups provide students with opportunities to network, learn, and participate in coding competitions, hackathons, and other extracurricular activities. The department has state-of-the-art facilities, including computer labs equipped with the latest hardware and software as well as specialized equipment for research purposes. Overall, the computer science department plays a vital role in educating the next generation of computer scientists, conducting research to advance the field, and contributing to the development of technology and its applications in various industries.