Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSc.CS)
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSc.CS) Degree Programme is offered to satisfy the increasing demand for Computer Scientists in both the private and public sectors. It also provides an avenue to those already engaged in the computing and ICT sector without a degree qualification in Computer Science to enhance their knowledge and skills and obtain formal qualifications. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science curriculum is designed to provide a formal body of knowledge for students interested in careers in the ever evolving computer industry.
| Year of Study | Semester | Course Code | Course Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year One | Semester One | BBC 1100 | Business Communication Skills |
| BCS 1101 | Computer Fundamentals and Application | ||
| BBC 1101 | Prionciples of Management | ||
| BCS 1102 | Computational Mathematics I | ||
| BCS 1103 | Solutions Methods in Optimization | ||
| BITE 1102 | Network Fundamentals | ||
| Year One | Semester Two | BCS 1201 | Computational Mathematics II |
| BCS 1202 | Research Methodology | ||
| BCS 1203 | Programming Methodology | ||
| BCS 1204 | Computer Organization and Architecture | ||
| BITE 1201 | Website Development | ||
| Year One | Recess Term | Recess Term | Recess Term |
| BCS 1301 | IT Practical Skills Development | ||
| BCS 1302 | Individual Project 1 | ||
| BCS 1303 | Professional Law and Ethics | ||
| Year Two | Semester One | BCS 2201 | Object Oriented Programming |
| BCS 2102 | Database Management Sysytems I | ||
| BCS 2103 | Data Structures and Algorithms | ||
| BCS 2105 | Software Engineering | ||
| Elective | (1 Elective Course) | BCS 2104 | Artificial Intelligence |
| BCS 2106 | Systems Programming | ||
| Year Two | Semester Two | BCS 2201 | Operating Systems |
| BCS 2202 | Systems Analysis and Design | ||
| BCS 2203 | Complexity and Computability | ||
| BITE 2102 | System Administration and Maintenance | ||
| Elective | (1 Elective Course) | BCS 2204 | Cryptology and Coding theory |
| BCS 2103 | E-Commerce | ||
| Year One | Recess Term | Recess Term | Recess Term |
| BCS 2301 | Industrial Training | ||
| Year Three | Semester One(4 Core Courses) | BCS 3101 | Database Management Systems II |
| BCS 3102 | Principles of Programming languages | ||
| BCS 3103 | Copmuter Graphics | ||
| BCS 3107 | Individual Project 2(4 CU) | ||
| BCS 3105 | Modelling and Simulation | ||
| BCS 3106 | Computer Security | ||
| BCS 3104 | User Interface Design | ||
| Year Three | Semester Two(3 Core Courses) | BCS 3200 | Database Communications & Networks |
| BCS 3201 | BCS Research Project | ||
| BITE 3201 | Mobile Networks and Computing | ||
| Electives | (1 Elective Course) | BITE 3103 | Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing |
| BCS 3105 | Modelling and Simulation | ||
| BITE 3206 | Enterprise Network Management |
Programme Objectives
The graduates from the BSc.CS Degree Programme are expected to take up positions such as Systems Analysts, Database Administrators, System Administrators, Network Administrators, Software Engineers, Computer Scientists, Lecturers, Researchers, Database Programmers, and Computer/Systems Programmers. Others will take up further studies in Computer Science related courses.Direct Entry: A candidate must have five (5) passes at O'Level or its equivalent and 2 principal passes at A'Level obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent
Mature Age Entry: Applicants shall sit for Mature Age Entry scheme examination of those insititutions Mandated by NHCE to conduct those exams.(Makerere University, Kyambogo,IUIU and Gulu University).
Diploma Holders: A candidate shall be admitted to the program if she/he has a relevant diploma award from a recognized institution of higher learning.
| Fees/Semester (UGX) | Years of Study |
|---|---|
| 1,280,000 | 3 |