Information Systems — study plan
Shaqra University College of Computing and Information Technology
- Credit hours
- 162
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 56
- Degree
- bachelor
The Information Systems study plan at Shaqra University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 162 credit hours across 56 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 (Preparatory Year) 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HLTH 101 | Health and Fitness | 2 |
| PHYS 107 | Introduction to Physics 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 109 | English 1 | 6 |
| CIT 130 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| MATH 130 | Introduction to Math | 3 |
Level 2 (Preparatory Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENT 101 | Entrepreneurship | 2 |
| SKL 105 | Academic and Life Skills | 3 |
| ENGL 110 | English 2 | 4 |
| ENGL 128 | English for Engineering | 2 |
| MATH 135 | Math 2 | 4 |
Level 3 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 230 | Physics for Computer Science | 3 |
| CIT 201 | Introduction to Database Systems | 3 |
| MATH 221 | Calculus | 3 |
| CSC 202 | Basics of Programming and Algorithms | 3 |
| ARAB 101 | Linguistic Skills | 2 |
| ISLM 101 | Entry to Islamic Culture | 2 |
Level 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIT 202 | Computer Networks 1 | 3 |
| MATH 210 | Principles of Probabilities and Statistics | 3 |
| CSC 212 | Programming Language 1 | 3 |
| CIS 221 | System Analysis and Design | 3 |
| ARAB 103 | Arabic Editing | 2 |
| ISLM 102 | Islam and Building Society | 2 |
Level 5 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 207 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| CSC 213 | Programming Language 2 | 3 |
| CIS 301 | Advanced Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CNE 306 | Digital Logic Design | 3 |
| CIS 302 | Database Management Systems | 3 |
| ISLM 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 |
Level 6 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 246 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| CIS 303 | Basics of Management and Business | 3 |
| CIS 307 | Data Structure | 3 |
| CSC 304 | Web Programming | 3 |
| CIS 306 | Information Security | 3 |
| ISLM 104 | Principles of Political System in Islam | 2 |
Level 7 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNE 401 | Computer Architecture and Organization | 3 |
| CIS 400 | Applications Programming | 3 |
| CIS 403 | Organization Skills | 3 |
| CIS 405 | Operations Management | 3 |
| CIS 407 | Enterprise Resources Planning Systems | 3 |
| CIS 409 | E-business | 3 |
Level 8 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 402 | Health Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 404 | Distributed Systems | 3 |
| CIT 403 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CIS 593 | Field Training | 1 |
| CIS 408 | Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| CIT 402 | Human Computer Interactions | 3 |
Level 9 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 501 | Decision Support Systems | 3 |
| CIS 5XX | Elective Course 1 | 3 |
| CIS 5XX | Elective Course 2 | 3 |
| CIS 591 | Graduation Project 1 | 3 |
| CIS 505 | Data Mining | 3 |
Level 10 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 502 | Knowledge Management | 3 |
| CIS 516 | Project Management in Information Systems | 3 |
| CIT 506 | Computer Ethics | 3 |
| CIS 5XX | Elective Course 3 | 3 |
| CIS 592 | Graduation Project 2 | 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 Information Systems
How many credit hours is Information Systems at Shaqra University?
Information Systems at Shaqra University requires completing 162 credit hours to graduate, spread across 56 courses.
How many years is Information Systems at Shaqra University?
The study plan for Information Systems spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Information Systems award?
Information Systems at Shaqra University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 162 credit hours.
Is Information Systems offered at other universities?
Yes, Information Systems 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.