BSc Computer Science Degree

Our Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science (CS) degree prepares students to be active participants in the information revolution. In an industry that's becoming increasingly driven by machine-based learning, the program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how to analyse and build artificial intelligence and algorithms, and how this can help businesses to work more efficiently and generate better results.

The BSc Computer Science degree program provides an in-depth study of the theory, design and application of computer systems, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Game Development.  Students develop the skills needed to design, create, administer, and apply such systems to any field.

Graduates are able to engage in careers in many sectors of the economy such as banking, FinTech, healthcare and Bio-informatics, education, game development, manufacturing, retail, advertising, government, and many others.

The Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commissio​​n of ABET, https://www.abet.org​.

 

The Computer Science program is also fully accredited by the National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment (NCAAA).​

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Curriculum

The CS program has three concentrations: “Artificial Intelligence (AI)", “Cybesecurity (CSec)", and "Game Development (GD)", in addition to a no concentration option.

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) concentration allows students to specialize in a scientific area of interest such as Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Big Data, Visualization of Scientific Data, and Robotics.

The Cybersecurity (CSec) concentration prepares the students with the skills to investigate the vulnerability of hardware and software as well as the measures for protecting against security threats.

The Game Development (GD) concentration focuses on the gaming industry. It equips students with essential skills for game design and development, including game programming, AI in gaming, and 3D game creation.

In the early years of the BSc in Computer Science degree program, you will take General Education Program (GEP), attributed to the Liberal Arts, which reflects the American style education adopted by all Effat University programs. The (GEP) covers arts and humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technological studies to help students gain insight into varied critical learning skills, investigate essential branches of knowledge, and develop appreciation of diversity and change across time, culture, and national boundaries.

Vision

To be a globally recognized provider of Computer Science education and research that produces technology leaders who spearhead transformational innovations through creative computing solutions for local and global problems

Mission

The Computer Science program mission is to provide a high-quality learning and research environment that yields computer science graduates who are insightful, creative, and high-caliber problem-solvers for local and global societies.

Goals

1. Enhance the Computer Science department’s national and international recognition by deepening its impact and contribution to the community in alignment with the Saudi Vision 2030.
   

2. Progressing towards transparency and effective leadership in developing a creative work environment. As well as benchmarking with reputed national and international programs.

3. Provide Computer Science students with innovative and quality education to meet future needs in the market. In addition, maintain optimal utilization of departmental and educational resources conducive to a creative and dynamic learning environment.

4. Attract and attain an exceptional, diverse body of students by ensuring a holistic computer science education, extensive skill, lifetime learning, and talent development.

5. ​Attract highly qualified faculty in the emerging fields and support them with professional development activities and promotion.

6. Provide and maintain state-of-the-a​rt learning facilities that promote students’ hands-on and design experiences with a self-sufficient and expandable academic infrastructure. Moreover, enhance overall financial strength of the CS department through effective budgeting, external research funding, training, and consultancies.

7. Cultivate a vibrant research environment to increase the Computer Science faculty and students’ scholarly output and activities and serve the needs of the local and global communities.

8. Strengthen the Computer Science depart​ment relations and partnerships with the national and international community through fruitful joint relationships with nationwide and global partners​.​​
   

1. Demonstrate a solid understanding of a variety of Computer Science approaches (PEO1)
2. Contribute to the development of computer-based intelligent and secure systems that help satisfy various demands of the society (PEO2)
3. Demonstrate successful professional and career growth in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Game Development (PEO3)
   
4. Demonstrate critical problem-solving skills in Computer Science (PEO4)
5. Engage in constant learning to keep up with the rapidly changing developments within the computing field (PEO5)
6. Demonstrate high ethical and responsibility values (PEO6)​
   

Our BSc Computer Science program has three concentrations: “Artificial Intelligence (AI)", “Cybersecurity (CSec)", and "Game Development (GD)", in addition to a no concentration option.​

1. The Artificial Intelligence (AI) concentration allows students to specializ​e in a scientific area of interest such as Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Big Data, Visualization of Scientific data, and Robotics.

2. The Cybersecurity (CSec) concentration​ prepares the students with the skills to investigate the vulnerability of hardware and software as well as the measures for protecting against security threats.
   

3. Game Development (GD) concentration​ focuses on the gaming industry. It equips students with essential skills for game design and development, including game programming, AI in gaming, and 3D game creation.​
   

Artificial Intelligence Concentration

• General Education Requirements: 42
• Basic Science and Mathematics: 21
  
• Major Core Requirements (Compulsory): 58
  
• Concentration Requirements (if any): 15
  
• Total: 136
  

Cybersecurity Concentration

• General Education Requirements: 42
  
• Basic Science and Mathematics: 21
  
• Major Core Requirements (Compulsory): 58
  
• Concentration Requirements (if any): 15
  
• Total: 136
  

No Concentration

• General Education Requirements: 42
• Basic Science and Mathematics: 21
• Major Core Requirements (Compulsory): 52
• Concentration Core Requirements: -
• Concentration Electives: -
• Technical Electives: 15
  
• Total: 136
  

By completing the BSc of Computer Science Program, students will be able to:

1. Analyse complex computing problems and to apply principles of Computer Science, and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement, and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of Computer Science.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the Computer Science fields.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
   

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Concentration

1. Demonstrate broad in-depth integrated body of knowledge and comprehension of the underlying theories, principles, concepts, processes, techniques, practices, conventions, and/or terminology related to Artificial Intelligence, including machine learning, neural networks, and intelligent systems.
2. Exhibit broad and specialized knowledge informed by current developments in the Artificial Intelligence discipline strengthened with a deep understanding of research and inquiry methodologies.
   

Cybersecurity (CSec) Concentration

1. Demonstrate broad in-depth integrated body of knowledge and comprehension of the underlying theories, principles, concepts, processes, techniques, practices, conventions, and/or terminology related to Cybersecurity, including cryptography, network security, and threat detection.
2. Exhibit broad and specialized knowledge informed by current developments in the Cybersecurity discipline strengthened with a deep understanding of research and inquiry methodologies.
   

Game Development (GD) Concentration

1. Demonstrate broad in-depth integrated body of knowledge and comprehension of the underlying theories, principles, concepts, processes, techniques, practices, conventions, and/or terminology related to Game Development, including game design, simulation, and interactive graphics.
2. Exhibit broad and specialized knowledge informed by current developments in the Game Development discipline strengthened with a deep understanding of research and inquiry methodologies.
   

No Concentration

1. Demonstrate broad in-depth integrated body of knowledge and comprehension of the underlying theories, principles, concepts, processes, techniques, practices, conventions, and/or terminology related to different fields of computer science.
2. Exhibit broad and specialized knowledge informed by current developments in the computing disciplines strengthened with a deep understanding of research and inquiry methodologies.
   

Computer Science Program, No Concentration​ Study Plan (PDF)

Computer Science Program, Artificial Intelligence Concentration Study Plan (PDF)

Computer Science Program, Cybersecurity Co​ncentration Plan (PDF)

Computer Science Program, Game Development Co​ncentration Plan (PDF)

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