B.A. in Computer Science and Information Technology

The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT) focuses on capturing, storing, analyzing, and retrieving data through software systems and information technology. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and the resources
provided by AUK’s e-Libraries, the Department provides students with the skills and knowledge needed not only to design, develop and evaluate different types of information technology solutions but also, to make sense of data by transforming it into information
and knowledge for intelligent decision-making. The Department is also committed to conducting research to address the technological needs of the Kurdistan region and Iraq.

The Department’s educational objectives are to prepare the bachelor degree in Computer
Science and IT. Therefore, the program expects the graduates within a few years of
graduation to attain the following:

• Apply critical thinking to solve real-world problems through the analysis,
  design and implementation of computing solutions.
• Contribute in transforming organizations, whether governmental,
  non-governmental, or private, into digitization.
• Continue self-learning about advancements in computing and furthermore, to
  promote the education of computing to the community
• Raise 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	80
Elective		0	0
Total		38	121-122

The study plan summarizes the course’s subject requirements and indicates when planned
subjects should be studied.

With a degree of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 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 AdministratorBuild and manage networks and make sure
  networks are secure.

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	30 August	6 December	14 weeks	Mandatory
Spring	10 January	22 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.

The American University of Kurdistan’s annual tuition fees per academic program is 8000$
(for 30 credits). However, self-funded students can benefit from a newly implemented 15%
discount on the tuition fees. This discount does not apply to international students.
For self-funded students and those awarded Merit Scholarships, the below tuition rates
apply:

Baccalaureate %	Annual tuition fees payment	Annual tuition fees payment after 15% discount (NEW)	Scholarship
98.0 – 100	$0	–	Mustafa Barzani Merit Scholarship
90.00 – 97.99	$2,500	$2,150	Chairman Masrour Barzani Merit Scholarship*
80.00 – 89.99	$5,000	$4,250	Board of Trustees Merit Scholarship*
<79.99	$8,000	$6,800
International Students	$10,000	Not Applicable

• The above rates are applicable for students register for courses at AUK from
  January, 2021.
• Annual tuition is based on registration as a full-time student and the
  successful completion of 30 credits.
• Only a limited number of Merit
  Scholarships are available.
• The American University of Kurdistan accepts students receiving Political
  Prisoners Aid and Martyrs Aid. Learn
  more about how you can finance your education.
• Tuition fees installments are paid per semester.
• Other fees are applicable.

National students graduated from one of the following:

• High School: Science
• Vocational School:Information Technology
• Technical Institute:Information Technology
• 5-Years Institute:Information Technology, Network, Programming, or Web Design

Learn more about admissions requirements for International Students, Transfer of Credits and Readmission.

• 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:

• Accounting & Finance Management
• Business Management
• Oil & Gas Management
• Computer Science & Information Technology
• International Studies
• Public Policy
• Security & Strategic Studies

The Department of Information Science offers a minor degree in Information Technology (IT) to AUK students in the following Department:

• Oil and Gas Management
• Business Management
• Accounting and Finance Management
• Environmental Science
• Public Policy
• International Studies
• Security and Strategic Studies

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