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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science — study plan

Saudi Electronic University College of Computing and Informatics

Credit hours
130
Levels
8
Courses
42
Degree
bachelor

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science study plan at Saudi Electronic University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 130 credit hours across 42 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Level 1 (Common First Year) 13 credits

Code Course Credits
CS001 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Computing 3
ENG001 English Language Skills 8
CI001 Academic Skills 2

Level 2 (Common First Year) 13 credits

Code Course Credits
MATH001 Fundamentals of Mathematics 3
ENG001 English Language Skills 8
COMM001 Communication Skills 2

Level 3 17 credits

Code Course Credits
SCI101 General Physics 1 3
CS230 Object Oriented Programming 3
ENG103 Technical Writing 3
MATH150 Discrete Mathematics 3
CS231 Digital Logic Design 3
ISLM101 Islamic Culture 1 2

Level 4 17 credits

Code Course Credits
SCI201 General Physics 2 3
CS240 Data Structure 3
CS241 Computer Architecture and Organization 3
CS242 Theory of Computing 3
CS243 Discrete Mathematics for CS 3
ISLM102 Islamic Culture 2 2

Level 5 17 credits

Code Course Credits
MATH151 Linear Algebra 3
CS350 Introduction to Database 3
CS351 Operating Systems 3
CS352 System Analysis and Design 3
CS353 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3
ISLM103 Islamic Culture 3 2

Level 6 18 credits

Code Course Credits
CS360 Computer Networks 3
STAT101 Statistics 3
CS361 Web Programming 3
CS362 Artificial Intelligence 3
CS363 Principles of Programming Languages 3
CS364 Computing Entrepreneurship and Innovation 3

Level 7 17 credits

Code Course Credits
ISLM104 Islamic Culture 4 2
CS470 Human Computer Interaction 3
CS471 Computer Security 3
CS479 Senior Project 1 in Computer Science 3
CS475 Mobile Computing (Elective) 3
CS476 Parallel and Distributed Computing (Elective) 3

Level 8 18 credits

Code Course Credits
CS489 Senior Project 2 in Computer Science 3
CS480 Project Management in Computing 3
CS481 Professional Ethics in Computer Science 3
CS477 Compiler Design (Elective) 3
CS478 Computer Graphics (Elective) 3
CS499 Practical Training 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 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

How many credit hours is Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Saudi Electronic University?

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Saudi Electronic University requires completing 130 credit hours to graduate, spread across 42 courses.

How many years is Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Saudi Electronic University?

The study plan for Bachelor of Science in Computer Science spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Bachelor of Science in Computer Science award?

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Saudi Electronic University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 130 credit hours.

Is Bachelor of Science in Computer Science offered at other universities?

Yes, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is offered at at least 10 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.

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