Multimedia Systems (BSMS) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 134
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 51
- Degree
- bachelor
The Multimedia Systems (BSMS) study plan at Ahlia University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 134 credit hours across 51 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Semester 1 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB 101 | Composition for Native Speakers of Arabic | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Academic English I | 3 |
| ITCS 101 | Introduction to Computers & IT | 3 |
| MATH 101 | Calculus I | 3 |
| HUMR 101 | Principles of Human Rights | 2 |
| PHYS 101 | General Physics I | 3 |
Year 1 - Semester 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 102 | Academic English II | 3 |
| HIST 121 | Modern History of Bahrain | 3 |
| ITCS 122 | Introduction to Programming Techniques | 3 |
| MATH 102 | Calculus II | 3 |
| STAT 101 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 1 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 201 | Academic English III | 3 |
| ITCS 201 | Object-Oriented Programming I | 3 |
| ITCS 209 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| ITMS 201 | Introduction to Multimedia Systems | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 213 | Report Writing | 3 |
| ITMS 205 | Internet Applications and Services | 3 |
| ITCS 214 | Computer Systems | 3 |
| ITMS 207 | Graphics Design I | 3 |
| ITMS 212 | Multimedia Design | 3 |
| ITMS 221 | Sound Engineering | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 1 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITMS 305 | Video Production | 3 |
| ITMS 302 | Human Computer Interaction | 3 |
| ITCS 323 | Database Systems: Design and Application | 3 |
| ITMS 317 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ETHC 392 | Ethics and Professional Practice in IT and Engineering | 3 |
| ITCS 349 | IT Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| ITMS 313 | Game Development I | 3 |
| ITMS 335 | Web Programming I | 3 |
| ECTE 329 | Computer Networks | 3 |
Year 3 - Summer 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| INTR 464 | BSMS Internship | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITCS 409 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITMS 428 | 3D Design | 3 |
| ITCS 427 | Mobile Computing | 3 |
| ITRD 498 | Research and Development in Information Technology | 3 |
| ITMS 418 | Computer Animation I | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 2 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITMS 432 | Game Development II | 3 |
| ITMS 438 | Computer Animation II | 3 |
| ITMS 421 | Web Programming II | 3 |
| ITMS 499 | Major Project | 3 |
Electives 33 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITMS 316 | Photography Techniques Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 321 | Electronic Media and Law Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 341 | Digital Marketing Technologies Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 347 | Video Post Production Elective | 3 |
| ITCS 413 | Intelligent Systems Elective | 3 |
| ITCS 422 | Distributed Systems Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 437 | Cloud Services Development Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 445 | Modelling and Animating Characters in 3D Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 447 | Animation Film Development Elective | 3 |
| ITCS 431 | Introduction to Data Analytics Elective | 3 |
| ITMS 435 | Web Programming III Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Multimedia Systems (BSMS)
How many credit hours is Multimedia Systems (BSMS) at Ahlia University?
Multimedia Systems (BSMS) at Ahlia University requires completing 134 credit hours to graduate, spread across 51 courses.
How many years is Multimedia Systems (BSMS) at Ahlia University?
The study plan for Multimedia Systems (BSMS) spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Multimedia Systems (BSMS) award?
Multimedia Systems (BSMS) at Ahlia University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 134 credit hours.
Is Multimedia Systems (BSMS) offered at other universities?
Yes, Multimedia Systems (BSMS) is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.