Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
AED 1,392 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total CRHs: 123
Key Summary
Introduction
The mission of the Information Systems program is to provide quality education in the field of information systems based on internationally recognized standards for undergraduate programs; produce information systems professionals who can deploy efficiently IT technologies and implement IT solutions according to market and society needs, particularly in the UAE and Gulf region; prepare graduates for lifelong learning and research.
Program Educational Goals
The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program has the following goals:
- PEO 1: Apply acquired knowledge and skills in information systems and implement their skills in public, private, academic and international information systems functional activities.
- PEO 2: Act as information systems professional leaders in performing related skills in technical, business, or ethical duties.
- PEO 3: Engage in life-long learning and professional development by pursuing additional graduate degrees, professional development and self-studies.
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Curriculum
Graduation requirements
Students are eligible for a Bachelor in Information Systems in either track after the completion of 123 credit hours, which normally takes eight semesters (not counting summer semesters). In addition, students must undertake 16 weeks of internship (at least 30 contact hours per week) which is equivalent to 3 credit hours. The minimum accumulative grade point average for graduation is 2.0.
Curriculum Structure and Credit Hours
The Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems requires the completion of 120 credit hours. In addition, the student is required to complete an internship program for 16 weeks (at least 30 contact hours per week) after completing 90 credit hours. This internship experience is equivalent to three credit hours making the total completion requirements 123 credit hours.
The current Information Systems program contains two concentrations
- Information Systems / Project Management
- Information Systems / E-Business Management
Each concentration consists of five courses (15 Credit Hours). The structure of the program is described below.
Semester 1
- MGT200 Introduction to Management
- ISL114 Islamic Culture
- ARB113/ARB116 Arabic Written Expression / Arabic as a Foreign Language
- ENG104 Advanced English Writing
- INF212 Fundamentals of Information Systems
Semester 2
- INT101 Calculus for Information Technology
- INT100 Introductory Programming
- UEL 1 University Elective 1
- STA114 General Statistics
- EMS112 Emiratis Studies
Semester 3
- ACC200 Principles of Accounting
- INT201 Object-Oriented Programming
- INT202 Discrete Mathematics
- LED111 Leadership and Team Building
- MKT200 Principles of Marketing
Semester 4
- INT206 Fundamentals of Web Systems
- INT205 Fundamentals of Data Communication and Networking
- INT301 Operating Systems
- DAT100 Introduction to Data Analytics
- UEL 2 University Elective 2
Semester 5
- INT302 Database Management Systems
- INT303 Fundamentals of Information Security
- INN311 Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- INS305 System Analysis and Design
- MEL 1 Major Elective 1
Semester 6
- INT306 Computer Ethics and Professional Practices
- INT307 IT Project Management
- INT323 Big Data Technologies
- MEL 2 Major Elective
- INS416 Biomedical Informatics
Semester 7
- INT430 Artificial Intelligence
- INS402 Business Intelligence
- INT322 Web Technologies
- INT424 E-Commerce
- INS403 IS Audit and Control
Semester 8
- INS404 Information Systems Strategy and Acquisition
- INS405 Information Systems Project
- MEL 4 Major Elective 4
- INS422 E-Marketing
- MEL 3 Major Elective 3
Summer Semester
- INS408 IS Summer Internship
Program Outcome
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- PLO 1: Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- PLO 2: Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- PLO 3: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- PLO 4: Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- PLO 5: Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in information technology activities.
- PLO 6: Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.
- PLO 7: Discuss innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability practices in computing.
Career Opportunities
Information systems graduates are required to meet the demands of various stakeholders including industry, commerce, education, health, and government. Information Systems graduates can undertake a variety of job positions at both the managerial and technical levels. Job opportunities may include but are not limited to: Computer Systems Analysts, Information Technology Project Managers, Web/Internet Support Specialists, Database Administrator, Information Technology consultants, Computer Support Specialist, and Web Developer.