Department of Computer Science

Prof. N. V. Blamah

Head of Department

Welcome to the Department of Computer Science

It is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors to our department's webpage.

In today's rapidly evolving digital world, computer science plays a key role in driving innovation and technological advancements. We are committed to providing a comprehensive education that prepares our students to become leaders in this exciting field. Our curriculum is designed to offer a solid foundation in computer science principles while also embracing innovative technologies and practices.

Our faculty members are distinguished scholars and industry experts with relevant experiences who are dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and community services. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom, ensuring that our students receive a high-quality education that is both theoretical and practical. We offer a wide range of courses that cover foundational topics as well as emerging areas such as Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Database Systems, Human Computer Interaction, Web Applications Security, Internet of Things (IoT), Computer Communications and Networks, Digital Forensics and Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery.

Beyond the classroom, our department is actively involved in research that addresses real-world challenges and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in computer science. We encourage our students to participate in research projects, internships, and collaborative initiatives that enhance their learning experience and prepare them for successful careers.

Whether you are a prospective student, a current student, or a visitor, we invite you to explore our website and learn more about the exciting opportunities and resources available in our department. We are confident that you will find our programmes, research endeavours, and community to be intellectually stimulating and rewarding.

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Jos. We look forward to supporting you on your academic and professional journey.

Warm regards

Professor Nachamada Vachaku Blamah

Head, Department of Computer Science

History

The history of Computer Science at the University of Jos dates back to 2001 when the Computer Science program was introduced within the Department of Mathematics during the 2001/2002 academic session. Recognizing the growing importance of the discipline, the Department of Computer Science was formally established in the 2012/2013 academic session. This establishment came after approvals from both the Senate of the University of Jos and the National Universities Commission (NUC), aiming to provide a dedicated focus for ongoing development.

Professor T. Ishaya was appointed as the pioneer Head of the Department, serving from 2012 to 2016. He was succeeded by Professor Choji Davou Nyap, who led the department from 2016 until February 2021. Since February 2021, Professor Nachamada Vachaku Blamah has been serving as the Head of the Department. Despite being one of the youngest departments in the Faculty of Natural Sciences, the Department of Computer Science has demonstrated significant growth and development.