BS in Computer Science
The BS in Computer Science major gives you a fundamental understanding of the theoretical principles of software and digital systems within the context of current technology. It is designed for career-oriented students as well as for students who wish to pursue graduate studies.
The program is balanced between theoretical and applied courses. In addition to developing computing-related skills, you will gain awareness of the human and social aspects of computer systems, and how computer science relates to other disciplines.
You will also have the opportunity to earn a minor either in Mathematics or in Actuarial Science.
What is my career path?
Graduates of this program become software designers and specialists, systems analysts, programmers, server and network administrators, and information technology managers. Career opportunities abound in various sectors — software companies, web development companies, financial institutions, schools and universities, and any organization that has an IT department.
Regardless of the paths you choose, all graduates are lifelong learners. You are equipped with fundamental knowledge and skills to pursue further studies and embark on personal and professional development.
Curriculum
A total of 92 credits are required to graduate, distributed as follows:
- Major core requirements: 32 credits
- Elective Requirements (Computer Science): 15 credits
- Mathematics requirements: 15 credits
- Liberal Arts Core Curriculum (LAC): 6 credits
- Liberal Arts Electives: 21 credits (Natural Sciences and Math: 9 credits, Arts and Humanities: min. 9 to max. 12 credits; Social Sciences min. 6-max. 9; LAC elective 3 credits)
- Free Electives: 3 credits
I. Major Core requirements (32 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| CSC243 | Introduction to Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| CSC245 | Objects and Data Abstraction | 3 |
| CSC310 | Algorithms and Data Structures | 3 |
| CSC320 | Computer Organization | 3 |
| CSC322 | Computer Organization Lab | 1 |
| CSC326 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC375 | Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CSC430 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSC447 | Prallel Progr. For Multicore and Cluster Systems | 3 |
| CSC480 | Social and Professional Issues in Computing | 3 |
| CSC490 | Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSC491 | Professional Experience | 1 |
| CSC599 | Capstone Project | 3 |
Elective Requirements 15 credits (Choose 5 courses from the following Computer Science electives)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| CSC323 | Digital Systems Design | 3 |
| CSC440 | Advanced Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| CSC443 | Web Programming | 3 |
| CSC412 | Introduction to Bioinformatics | 3 |
| CSC420 | Computer Architecture | 3 |
| CSC435 | Computer Security | 3 |
| CSC460 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CSC458 | Game Programming | 3 |
| CSC450 | Computer Graphics | 3 |
| CSC495 | IT Project Management | 3 |
| CSC498 | Topics in Computer Science (may be repeated) | 3 |
II. Mathematics Requirements (15 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| MTH201 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MTH207 | Discrete Structures I | 3 |
| MTH305 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MTH307 | Discrete Structures II | 3 |
Choose one course from the following Mathematics electives (3 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| MTH301 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH303 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| MTH304 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MTH306 | Non-Linear Dynamics and Chaos | 3 |
| MTH309 | Graph Theory | 3 |
| MTH498 | Topics in Mathematics (may be repeated) | 3 |
III. Liberal Arts Core Curriculum (6 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| ENG202 | Advanced Academic English | 3 |
| COM203 | Fund. of Oral Communication | 3 |
IV. Liberal Arts Electives (21 credits)
Natural Sciences and Math (9 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| BIO209 | Basic Biology for Computer Science | 3 |
| CHM209 | Essentials of Chemistry for Computer Science | 3 |
| Fulfilled by passing MTH201 | 3 | |
| Fulfilled by passing MTH207 | 3 |
Social Sciences (min.6-max.9 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| CSC480 | Social and Prof. Issues in Computing | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 |
Humanities and Arts (min.9-max.12)
LAC Elective (3 credits)
Duration
This program requires at least 92 credits that can be completed in three years by those entering as sophomores. See the suggested three-year study plan.
Location
This program is offered in Beirut and Byblos.
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