Information Technology

The Department of Information Technology was established in 1999 to offer high-quality instruction to applicants to prepare them for careers in information technology. Our ultimate aim is to train graduates to engage successfully in industrial and real-world problem-solving activities.

Our department has professors who are world-renowned experts in their fields. We cover a broad range of topics in the Department of Information Technology, from computer system research and engineering to web and computer programming, data storage and handling, information processing, and strategies for using computers in various contexts.

Our program provides students with the most up-to-date and detailed technological skills and information, enabling them to integrate ICT solutions that improve organizational efficiency.

Program Educational Objectives

  • To provide students with the most up-to-date and detailed technology skills and information, enabling them to integrate ICT solutions that improve organizational efficiency.
  • To prepare students to graduate as capable and entrepreneurial ICT information workers who are employable and marketable in the industry, both locally and globally.
  • To improve students’ analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as their understanding of the new ICT applications and realistic solutions used by major global organizations.
  • To teach students how to incorporate Islamic ideals into their ICT careers for the purposes of nation-building, wealth formation, and unity.

Program Learning Outcome

  • To apply the most up-to-date and applicable ICT skills and expertise to the manager of ICT solutions used to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Competently and ethically perform the job and duties of an ICT information worker in related industries, both locally and globally.
  • Implement and operate ICT technologies that are based on analytic and critical thinking, as well as the most up-to-date ICT frameworks and implementations in major global cities.
  • The ability to design a device, part, or process to meet the multimedia application’s and/or networking infrastructure’s requirements.
  • The ability to use the skills, techniques, and modern technologies required for developing IT applications.
  • To successfully handle IT development projects, you must be able to interact effectively.
  • Determine the industry’s latest networking technology. Apply basic cabling concepts, perform basic configurations, and simulate network devices to create network topologies.
  • Understanding the rapid growth of ICT and the widespread usage of various technologies, as well as their global and social implications.
  • Consideration of the importance of lifelong learning and the opportunity to do so by taking advantage of resources in various fields.
  • Develop a conceptual understanding of techniques as well as the ability to apply existing interface development and assessment methods.
  • Completion of secondary school with a minimum overall average of 50%
  • Should bring the original and a copy of secondary school certificate
  • Should bring Six (6) passport size photos with white background
  • Should bring the original copy of a letter of good conduct issued by your secondary school
  • Should bring a sponsorship letter from your guardian
  • Should successfully pass an admission interview and/or test
  • Pay non-refundable Processing and ID card fees of USD $50 (bank draft)

Year 1 Semester 1
Course Name Credit Hours
Fundamentals of Computer 3
Study Skills 3
Applied Physics 4
Islamic Studies I 3

Year 1 Semester 2
Course Name Credit Hours
Arabic Language I 3
Calculus 3
Concepts of Programming (Applied with C) 3
Digital Logic 3
Introduction to Web Design (HTML & CSS) 4

Year 2 Semester 1
Course Name Credit Hours
Applied Physics 3
Islamic Studies I 3
Computer Maintenance 3
Computer Programming (Python) 4
Object Oriented Programming in C++ 4
Database Management System 3
Introduction to Business Organizations 3

Year 2 Semester 2
Course Name Credit Hours
Arabic Language II 3
Business Communication 3
Visual Programming (C#) 4
Data Structure & Algorithms Analysis 3
Computer Networking 3
System Analysis & Design 3
Client/Server Database (SQL) 3

Year 3 Semester 1
Course Name Credit Hours
Islamic Studies II 3
Probability & Statistics 3
JAVA Programming, I 4
Operating System I 3
Multimedia Applications 4
Principles of Accounting 3
Web Design & Development I (ASP.NET) 4

Year 3 Semester 2
Course Name Credit Hours
JAVA Programming II 4
Research Methodology 3
Advanced Computer Networks 3
Management Information Systems 3
IT Project Management 3
Human Computer Interaction 3

Year 4 Semester 1
Course Name Credit Hours
Artificial Intelligence 4
Software Engineering 3
Technopreneurship 3
Mobile Application Development 4
Web Design & Development II (PHP) 4
Information Security 3
Final Year Project I 3

Year 4 Semester 2
Course Name Credit Hours
Oracle (SQL-PLSQL) 4
Ethics for Computing 3
E-Commerce 3
Selected Topics in Modern Computing 3
Final Year Project II 3

In today’s globalized world, the demand for computer and technology graduates with versatile skill sets continues to rise. Our programs encompass various degree programs, including:

  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Five Years).
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Five Years).
  • Bachelor of Science in Graphics and Multimedia (Five years).

 

Semester Fees

Fees$ Charges$ Total$
$371 $30 $401

The SU academic year consists of 42 weeks split into two semesters of 18 weeks each, the first beginning in August.