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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
BS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (SASCED-P 06130119)

INTRODUCTION
Computer Science (CS) is a rapidly changing field. The ideas and research results emanating from it
are swiftly transformed into practice. Thus, the program in computer science offers not only
technical instruction on the frontier of new developments but also provides students with a broad
education that covers the core areas of computer science. This ensures a foundation for continued
and sustainable career growth in the computing profession for our students.

This curriculum in Computer Science is deliberately oriented towards giving the students
education in the broad area of computer science from which the student can acquire the
necessary skills and experience needed to solve real-world practical problems. In addition,
students are given the freedom to create their own computer science study program in either
breadth or depth so as to enable them to pursue their strength and interests depending upon
their future career plans.

DEPARTMENT VISION
The Computer Science Department aspires to prepare top quality graduates for the job market by
providing them with a rigorous and thorough, up-to-date computing education.

DEPARTMENT MISSION
The Computer Science Department strives for excellence in creating, applying, and imparting
knowledge in computer science and engineering through innovative computing programs, quality
research in collaboration with industry, and service to the community and the nation.

CS PROGRAM VISION
To be the leading Computer Science program in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region

CS PROGRAM MISSION
Provide high quality, computer science education to prepare top graduates through an environment
that promotes innovative thinking, ethical behavior, lifelong learning, research, and service to the
community.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The offered program ensures that, at completion:

• Graduates serve as computing professionals, contributing to the planning, design,
development, and production of computer science related projects.
• Graduates demonstrate professionalism and ethical responsibilities in all their endeavors.
• Graduates engage themselves in professional development, life-long learning, and
advanced research through post graduate studies, culminating a positive impact on
organizations, community, and society at large.
• Graduates demonstrate leadership skills taking initiatives and facilitating individuals and
teams towards successful completion of professional duties.