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American University of Ras al Khaimah BS in Computer Science
American University of Ras al Khaimah

BS in Computer Science

Al Jazirah Al Hamra, United Arab Emirates

4 Years

English

Full time

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* 23000 AED / semester

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Introduction

Computer Science deals with the theory and methods of processing information in digital computers, the design of computer hardware and software, and the applications of computers.

Career Opportunities

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

  • Database administrator
  • Games developer
  • Information systems manager
  • IT consultant
  • Multimedia programmer
  • Systems analyst
  • Systems developer
  • Web designer
  • Web developer

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

  • IT sales professional
  • IT trainer
  • Network engineer
  • Technical author

Admissions Criteria

  • American / Canadian Diploma
  • UAE / GCC / Egyptian Secondary School Certificate
  • UAE / GCC / Egyptian Secondary School Certificate
  • British IGCSE / GCE Leaving School Certificate(A School Leaving Certificate must be provided, showing the last grade (year) completed)
  • Iranian Diploma
  • Indian / Pakistani /Bangladesh Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma
  • Syrian Secondary School Certificate
  • SABIS Diploma
  • WAEC / NECO

Mission

“The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science aims to provide students with high-quality education covering a broad and well-integrated knowledge in the concepts and methodologies underlying the analysis, design, utilization of computer software, algorithms and systems. The graduates of the program will be well versed in computer technology and its impact on the global society.”

Program Education Objectives

The program’s goals are to develop within each graduate strong professional and real-life skills and to initiate each in a career offering effective communication, lifelong learning, service to the community, and leadership within their local, regional and global communities. To achieve this goal statement, the educational program is organized into 4 major pillars, namely: (i) Strong curriculum with both breadth and depth; (ii) real-life training and industrial experience; (iii) Solid theoretical foundation and engagement in life-long learning and (iv) Communication skills and social knowledge.

Upon graduation, students will be:

  • Successful computer science practitioners in the region and worldwide.
  • Grounded in the fundamental and modern concepts of computer science and be able to articulate these concepts as computer science and engineering professionals.
  • Skilled with good analytic, design and implementation knowledge required to formulate and solve computer science and engineering problems.
  • Skilled in communicating clearly, working productively and effectively in teams, capable of functioning responsibly, aware of ethical issues and engaged in life-long learning.

Student Outcomes

The program must enable students to attain, by the time of graduation:

  • An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the program’s student outcomes and to the discipline.
  • An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
  • An ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component or program to meet desired needs.
  • An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
  • An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
  • An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  • An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society.
  • Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
  • An ability to use current techniques, skills and tools necessary for computing practice.
  • An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
  • An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

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