An ABET-accredited (Computing Accreditation Commission) degree in algorithms, programming, data structures, software engineering, AI and databases. Prepares graduates for software development, data, cybersecurity and computing research.
Theory plus practice through programming, web-application and systems courses, natural-science labs, a required 8-week summer professional training (NGN 397), and a two-semester senior design project (CMP 490/491).
A mathematics placement test determines direct entry to Calculus I.
Graduates pursue software engineering, artificial intelligence, data and systems roles across the software and IT industry, or progress to graduate study, with high mobility and a wide range of career choices.
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); accredited by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC).
Award
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)
Typical Offer
~85% secondary average + IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; strong maths; SAT/EmSAT Math for American-curriculum applicants
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Computer Science
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Computer science degree
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 110,876/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.