BCA Cloud Computing

BCAUndergraduateComputer Science

About This Programme

A four-year, 120-credit computing degree specializing in cloud platforms, virtualization and DevOps practice, with Cisco certification pathways.

Course Highlights

Cloud platforms, virtualization and DevOps practice
120 credits over 8 semesters with internships and projects
Cisco Networking Academy certification pathways

What You'll Study

Semester 1

Web Technologies3 credits
Academic English3 credits
Arabic I3 credits
UAE: History and Culture2 credits

Semester 2

Relational Database Management Systems3 credits
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability3 credits
Cross Cultural Management3 credits
Islamic Studies2 credits

Semester 3

Design Thinking3 credits
Business Statistics and Mathematics3 credits
Operating Systems3 credits
Structured Query Language3 credits
Network Essentials3 credits

Semesters 4-7: Cloud Computing Major

Major courses cover the cloud stack from architecture and administration to distributed and edge computing.

Internet of Things
Cloud Applications for Business Processes
Cloud Architectures and Security
Cloud Administration and Management
Fog Computing and Edge Computing
Virtualization and Security
Grid Computing and Utility Computing
Cloud and AI
Cloud-based Solution Architecture
Cloud Data Centre Management

Semesters 6-8: Research, Internship & Project

Research Methodology, service-learning, an industry internship and the major project complete the 120-credit degree.

Research Methodology
Service Learning / Social Responsibility
Industry Internship
Major Project

Entry Requirements

Academic: 60% overall in Grade 12 from a recognised board (UAE MoE equivalency certificate where applicable).

English: IELTS (Academic) 5.0, TOEFL paper-based 500, internet-based 61, or computer-based 173.

AED 250 application fee; merit scholarships are assessed automatically from the application documents.

Careers

Cloud solutions architect, DevOps engineer, cybersecurity specialist and infrastructure engineering roles.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

CAA-accredited (UAE Ministry of Education) and KHDA-permitted; the degree is awarded by Symbiosis International (Deemed University), UGC Category-I.

Programme Details

Award

BCA (Cloud Computing)

Start Date

September 2026 / January 2027

Typical Offer

60% overall in Grade 12

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Computer Science

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Bachelor of Computer Applications

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 42,000/yr

Apply online at siu-dubai.ac.ae/apply-now for the Fall (September) or Spring (January) intake; shortlisted applicants interview with the Admissions Committee and accept the offer by paying the first instalment.

Enquire View Symbiosis International University Dubai

Next intakes

SepJan

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What You'll Study

Semester 1

Web Technologies3 credits
Academic English3 credits
Arabic I3 credits
UAE: History and Culture2 credits

Semester 2

Relational Database Management Systems3 credits
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability3 credits
Cross Cultural Management3 credits
Islamic Studies2 credits

Semester 3

Design Thinking3 credits
Business Statistics and Mathematics3 credits
Operating Systems3 credits
Structured Query Language3 credits
Network Essentials3 credits

Semesters 4-7: Cloud Computing Major

Major courses cover the cloud stack from architecture and administration to distributed and edge computing.

Internet of Things
Cloud Applications for Business Processes
Cloud Architectures and Security
Cloud Administration and Management
Fog Computing and Edge Computing
Virtualization and Security
Grid Computing and Utility Computing
Cloud and AI
Cloud-based Solution Architecture
Cloud Data Centre Management

Semesters 6-8: Research, Internship & Project

Research Methodology, service-learning, an industry internship and the major project complete the 120-credit degree.

Research Methodology
Service Learning / Social Responsibility
Industry Internship
Major Project

Entry Requirements

Academic: 60% overall in Grade 12 from a recognised board (UAE MoE equivalency certificate where applicable).

English: IELTS (Academic) 5.0, TOEFL paper-based 500, internet-based 61, or computer-based 173.

AED 250 application fee; merit scholarships are assessed automatically from the application documents.