Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, tutorials and supervised lab sessions, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework, practical work and exams, with the final degree weighted toward your later years.
An integrated foundation year building the mathematics, computing and academic skills for computer science degree study.
Build core programming, algorithms, computation theory and the mathematical foundations of computer science, with an introduction to AI.
Advance into AI, databases, functional programming, operating systems, security and software engineering.
Deliver a major individual project and specialise through AI-focused optional modules.
Plus 80 credits of optional modules from:
A foundation-entry pathway for students who need preparation before direct undergraduate entry.
The Careers Network in Dubai supports your progression into academia, industry and research. AI and CS graduates are recruited by employers including Microsoft, Google, IBM, Deloitte, and regional leaders such as the RTA, Dubai Airports and DEWA.
Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT (accreditation valid until August 2028).
Award
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Start Date
September 2026
Typical Offer
BBB-BCC at A Level, including Mathematics (foundation entry)
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Computer Science
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Integrated foundation year, Single honours
AED 134,922/yr
Tuition is AED 134,922 for the foundation year, then AED 156718 per subsequent year. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.