Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems
University of Doha for Science and Technology
Key Information
Campus location
Doha, Qatar
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
QAR 975 / per credit *
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Introduction
This is a four-year Applied Science degree with concentrations that will lead the graduates into specific jobs within the field of Information Systems such as: Software Development, Mobile and Web Development, Database Design & Administration. All students on this program will study the generic Information Technology (IT) courses, which in combination with the Information Systems courses will enable them to both understand and contribute to the information technology context in which Information Systems functions are performed. The interdisciplinary term "Information Systems" relates to the integration of information technology solutions and business processes to meet the information needs of businesses and other enterprises. The 'Applied' nature of the program is reflected in the hands-on experiential education which is reinforced through the work experience and Capstone Project practicum components of this program.
Admission Requirements
High School or Academic Requirement
- High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus two courses: one final year Mathematics, and one final year Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) or Technology (Algorithms, Programming, Network, Computer Science, or equivalent); OR
- Two-year Information Technology Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent; OR
- One-year Advanced Information Technology Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent.
English Language Requirement
- The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Department; OR
- A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR
- Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
Mathematics Requirement
- Must achieve the required score on the University Math Placement Test; OR
- A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480.
Additional Admission Criteria:
- Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and Admission Priority Category.
Program Structure
Year 1
Semester 1
- Introduction to Computing & Problem Solving
- English Communication I
- Calculus IEffective Learning / Experiential Learning
- Effective Learning / Experiential Learning
Semester 2
- English Communication II
- Linear Algebra
- Computer Programming
- Computer Hardware
Semester 3
- Science & its Applications Science & the Environment
- Computing Ethics & Society
Year 2
Semester 1
- Discrete Structures
- Networking I
- Web Technologies I
- Statistics
Semester 2
- Introduction to Operating Systems
- Introduction to Data & Cyber Security
- Introduction to Data Science & AI
- IDatabase Management Systems
Semester 3
- Project Management
- Islamic &Arab Civilization or Introduction to Sociology or Introductory Psychology or Ethical Reasoning or Law & Society or Introduction to the Arts
Year 3
Semester 1
- Qatar History &Society or Human Development or Global Economic Concepts or Globalization & Environment or
- Object Oriented Programming
- Systems Analysis & Design
- Data Structures & Algorithms
Semester 2
- Web Server Management
- Web Technologies II
- IT Systems Integration
- Systems Deployment & Implementation
Semester 3
- Web Server Management
- Web Technologies II
- IT Systems Integration INFS3103 - 3 2 3
- Systems Deployment & Implementation