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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Broadly, the program was developed to offer a unique learning experience that blends theoretical, practical and industrial skills. The students are exposed to general computer science areas like networking, programming, database management, software development and algorithms. The learners are then equipped with advanced skills in multimedia technologies, computer security and mobile applications development. Graduates of this program are particularly exposed to skills that would help them innovate new products and compete favorably in the private and public sector.

The learning structure of this program is such that it blends face-to-face, online and experiential type of learning.  This improves their self-learning skills which are critical to the fast-changing ICT world. This program therefore seeks to develop high quality human resources that will be able to develop and manage software products necessary in the computerized economy.

Career Options

Graduates of this program can also be very useful as:

  1. Software Developers
  2. System Administrators
  3. Database Administrators
  4. Multimedia Developers (games, images, audio)
  5. Digital Security Officers
  6. Software Evaluators
They can work in any organization, including private, public and protected   organizations.  The graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program are also given strong theoretical knowledge that will enable them to work as researchers and innovators of future technologies.

Objectives of the Program

The objectives of the  Bachelor  of Science  in  Computer Science  degree  program   are  to  produce graduates who can:

Design, develop and evaluate software and computer-based systems.
  • Explain and demonstrate expertise in the common computing topics, with a special emphasis on image processing, security and mobile
  • Innovate and compete favorably in the private and public
  • Keep abreast of the current developments in the discipline through personal learning and teaching mechanisms

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science should be able to:

  • Design, develop and evaluate software and computer-based
  • Be conversant with skills in the common computing topics, with a special emphasis on image processing, security and mobile
  • Communicate effectively and compete favorably in the private and public
  • Keep abreast  of the current developments   in the discipline through personal learning and teaching mec

Admission Requirements

Students will be admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree program through three avenues:  Direct Entry, Mature Entry and Diploma Entry Schemes.

Programme Name Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Programme Duration 3 Years
Admission Criteria Direct Entry
  1. At least two principal passes at same sitting in UACE or its equivalent
  2. At least one subsidiary pass in Mathematics in UACE or its equivalent
  3. At least 5 passes in UCE or its equivalent
Diploma Entry
  1. At least 5 passes in UCE or its equivalent

  2. At least 2nd Class (Lower division) diploma in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems, Engineering, Statistics or related field from any recognized institution.
  3. At least one principal pass and two subsidiaries passes at the same sitting in UACE or its equivalent
  4. At least one subsidiary pass in Mathematics in UACE or its equivalent
CCNA
  1. At least 5 passes in UCE or its equivalent

  2. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) from a recognized institution.
  3. At least one principal and two subsidiary passes at same sitting in UACE or its equivalent
  4. At least one subsidiary pass in Mathematics in UACE or its equivalent

Mature age

  1. Mature age Certificate
  2. **At least one subsidiary pass in Mathematics in UACE
Mode Dual Mode (online and Local Support)
Fee Type - Per Semester Uganda Shillings 1,200,000

Programme Structure

Year 1 Semester 1: ( 6 Cores)
Code Course name LH PH TH CH CU CU
CS 101   Computer Applications & Systems 30 30 - 45 3
IT 100   Internet Technology & Website Design 30 60 - 60 4
BA 101   Principles of Management 30 - 30 45  3
BA 104   Business Communication 30 30 - 45 3
MT 101   Discrete Mathematics 30 - 30 45 3
Semester load 16
Year 1 semester 2 (5 cores)
CS 107   Principles of Programming 30 60 - 60 4
CS 102   Computer Architecture 30 - 30 45 3
IS 201   Management Information Systems 30 - 30 45 3
BA 108   Entrepreneurship theory and principles 30 - 30 45 3
MT 111 - Operations Research 30 - 60 60 4
Semester load 17
  Year 1: Recess Term
TM 100   Community Engagement I - 300 - 75 5
Recess term load         5
Year 2 semester 1 (6 cores)
BA 107   Principles of Marketing 30 - 30 45 3
CS 202   8">Data Structures & Algorithms 30 - 30 45 3
CS 203   Artificial Intelligence 30 - 30 45 3
CS 201   Operating Systems 45 - 30 60 4
NW 200   Computer Networks & Data Communications 45 15 15 60 4
IS 300   Database Management Systems 45 15 15 60 4
Semester load 21
Year 2 semester 2 (6 cores)
CS 214   Practicum: Data Science 15 60 - 45 3
CS 204   Systems Programming 45 30 - 60 4
CS 205   Cryptology & Coding Theory 45 30 - 60 4
IS 200   Systems Analysis & Design 30 - 30 45 3
TM 201   Research Methods 30 - 30 45 3
IT 206   Multimedia Applications 45 -- -- 45 3
Semester load 21
Year 2: recess term
TM 200   Community Engagement II - 300 - 75 5
Recess term load 5
Year 3 semester 1 (6 cores)
IT 303   Practicum: Multimedia Application Development 15 60 - 45 3
NW 201   Mobile Applications Programming 30 30 - 45 3
CS 304   Computer systems Security 45 - - 45 3
SE 309   Software construction 30 - 30 45 3
IT 203   Systems Administration 30 30 30 60 4
IS 301   Data Warehousing 30 30 - 45 3
Semester load 16/17
Year 3 semester 2 (4 cores)
CF 302   Computer Forensics 30 30 - 45 3
PP 305   Project Planning & Management 30 30 - 45 3
IT 201   Legal & Professional Issues in Computing 30 - 30 45 3
TM 301   Project - 120 - 60 4
Semester load 16/17
Year 3: recess term
TM 300   Community Engagement III - 300 - 75 5
Recess term load 5

Fees per semester

Fees per semester Functional Fees Application Fees
1,200,000 UGX 250,000 UGX 50,000 UGX

International students pay international student tuition fees which is rated in dollars and this specifically covers only the cost of teaching and many student support services. This tuition below is per academic session and includes both the tuition and functional fees.

Category of Programme Fees per academic session (USD) Application / Admission Fee
Bachelor’s Degree $700 $30
Undergraduate Diploma $500 $30
Undergraduate Certificate $250 $30

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