Computer Science and Information Technology

 

In today’s world, technology is of central importance to organizational and economic progress. The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology focuses on developing technologies that are required to progress both the private and public sectors. The Department is currently offering a Bachelor of Science in Computer Software and Security. This unique program provides students with extensive knowledge and hands-on skills for analyzing, designing, developing and testing complex software systems to solve real-world problems. In so doing, it exposes students to state-of-the-art technologies for developing web and mobile applications. Furthermore, the program covers computer security as a secondary focus area. It prepares students to secure data, networks as well as systems that store data. Students will learn how to develop protected software systems and identify security risks when evaluating systems.

At a Glance:

Degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Total Credits 121- 122 credit hours
Total Courses 38 courses
Duration of Study 4 Years (depending on the student’s pace)
Language English
Start Date August or January
Costs Click Here
Chair of Department Dr. Shamal Taha

 

The Department’s educational objectives prepare graduates of the Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Software and Security, within a few years of graduation, to attain the following:

  • Applications of critical thinking to solve real-world problems through the analysis, design and implementation of computing solutions.
  • Contributions in transforming organizations, whether governmental, non-governmental, or private, into digitization.
  • Demonstrations of self-learning about advancements in computing and furthermore, to promote the education of computing to the community
  • Awareness about ethical, legal and social challenges relevant to the implementation of computing solutions.
At the completion of the program, graduates are expected to:

  • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  • Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
  • Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats”.
The course structure of the Computer Science & Information Technology Program is divided as follows:

Requirements Type Number of Courses Credit Hours
General Education Compulsory 13 40-41
Program Courses Compulsory 25 81
Elective 0 0
Total 38 121-122
The study plan summarizes the course’s subject requirements and indicates when planned
subjects should be studied.

Download study plan
With a degree of Bachelor of Science in Computer Software and Security you can work in many
fields, such as:

  • System Developer: Analyze, design, build and test different
    types of solutions, including eCommerce and mobile applications
  • Network Administrator: Build and manage networks and make sure
    networks are secure.
  • Cyber Security Analyst: Analyze and test the vulnerability of interactive systems by applying different up-to-date techniques and methods

With additional programming and visualization skills, you will be able to make sense of
large sets of data to help senior managers to make intelligent decisions

You can set your study pace according to your circumstances and convenience:

  • Minimum 3 years, upon the successful completion of 12 courses per year.
  • Standard 4 years, upon the successful completion of 10 courses per year.
  • Maximum 5 years, upon the successful completion of 8 courses per year.

* This study duration does not include English language courses.

Academic Year Breakdown:
Semester Start Date End Date Duration Type
Fall August December 14 weeks Mandatory
Spring January April 14 weeks Mandatory
Summer June August 8 weeks Optional

* The start and end dates are subject to changes.

Semester:

Instructional period of 14 weeks plus a final examination period offered twice a year
(referred to as Fall and Spring semester). Additional instructional periods include intersessions and Summer
sessions.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR
  • Students must be high school or Institute graduates.
  • Proof of English Proficiency. Learn more about our English language requirements and exemptions.
Students majoring in Information Science, have the option to earn a minor degree in the below programs:

In case of inquires you can email our admissions office on admissions@auk.edu.krd
and/or call us on 07517414102/07517414103 (Viber/WhatsApp), during
working hours from Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:00pm

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