Integrated Circuits and Systems (ICS)
Welcome!
The worth of integrated circuits and systems cannot be overstated, as they are the foundation of modern electronics and have transformed the world we live in today. They enable us to build smaller, faster, and more efficient electronic devices, and make it possible to create complex systems that power everything from transportation to communication. Without integrated circuits and systems, our modern way of life would not be possible, and their continued advancement will shape the future of technology and society for generations to come.
The global semiconductor market has grown exponentially over the past few decades and is currently valued at around $600 billion USD, and is expected to continue growing at a steady pace in the coming years. The demand for semiconductors-based integrated circuits is being driven by a variety of factors, including the growing adoption of electronic devices, the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), and the increasing use of automation and artificial intelligence in various industries. These trends are leading to a massive increase in the number of connected devices and systems, which in turn is driving the demand for semiconductors and integrated circuits.
Vision and Mission
To be a part of a thriving global semiconductor industry
To produce skilled human resource for a growing public and private semiconductor industry in Pakistan
What is exciting about PhD/MS in ICS at SEECS, NUST?
NUST #1 QS Ranked University in Pakistan in Engineering and Technology for 6th Consecutive Year
NUST-SEECS EE program Ranked #179 among World Universities
Licensed Cadence tools, state of the art labs for ICS design and testing, funded tape-outs of value-added chip designs
Scholarships including tuition fee waiver and/or research assistantships with monthly stipends up to 80,000 for outstanding students
A platform for hiring at public and private ICS industry during and after studies
In campus hostel facilities with access to state-of-the-art sporting avenues (gym, swimming pool, saddle club, football pitch, lawn tennis, …)