Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
About This Programme
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.
Course Highlights
- ABET-accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC)
- Strong AI, algorithms, operating systems, networks and software-engineering coverage
- 122-credit degree (lighter than the 130-credit engineering majors)
- Two-semester capstone project plus required summer professional training
What You'll Study
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).
Year 1
- MTH 103 Calculus I3 credits
- NGN 110 Introduction to Engineering and Computing2 credits
- NGN 112 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Data Science3 credits
- WRI 101 Academic Writing I3 credits
- General Education: Natural Sciences4 credits
- CMP 120 Programming I3 credits
- MTH 104 Calculus II3 credits
- WRI 102 Academic Writing II3 credits
- General Education Core: History and Culture of the Arab World3 credits
- General Education: Natural Sciences4 credits
Year 2
- CMP 213 Discrete Structures3 credits
- CMP 220 Programming II3 credits
- COE 221 Digital Systems4 credits
- ENG 204 Advanced Academic Writing3 credits
- MTH 221 Linear Algebra3 credits
- CMP 257 Web Application Programming4 credits
- CMP 305 Data Structures and Algorithms3 credits
- IEN 301 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset3 credits
- NGN 211 Introduction to Engineering Probability and Statistics3 credits
- General Education Core: Culture in a Critical Perspective3 credits
Year 3
- CMP 321 Programming Languages3 credits
- CMP 340 Design and Analysis of Algorithms3 credits
- COE 251 Introduction to Computer Systems4 credits
- General Education: Natural Sciences4 credits
- CMP 310 Operating Systems3 credits
- CMP 333 Artificial Intelligence3 credits
- COE 371 Computer Networks3 credits
- MTH 343 Numerical Analysis I3 credits
- General Education Core: Arts and Literature3 credits
- NGN 397 Professional Training (summer internship)0 credits
Year 4
- CMP 490 Project in Computer Science I1 credit
- COE 420 Software Engineering3 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- Free Elective3 credits
- Free Elective3 credits
- CMP 491 Project in Computer Science II2 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- General Education Core: Human Interaction and Behavior3 credits
- General Education Core (elective)3 credits
Entry Requirements
A mathematics placement test determines direct entry to Calculus I.
Careers
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.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); accredited by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC).
Programme Details
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
Tuition Fee
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.