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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Saudi Arabia

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

  • 89 programmes
  • 28 institutions
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  1. Master

    Computer system (Master)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  2. Other programmes

    Software Engineering

    University of Hail 🇸🇦 Hail, Saudi Arabia

  3. Master

    Computer systems (Master)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  4. Other programmes

    Computer Systems

    University of Hail 🇸🇦 Hail, Saudi Arabia

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  6. Other programmes

    Computer Programming

    Jubail Industrial College, Department of Management and Information Technology 🇸🇦 Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia

  7. Bachelor

    Computer engineering (Bachelor)

    Najran University 🇸🇦 Najran, Saudi Arabia

Study Computer Science & Engineering in Saudi Arabia – facts and figures

In Saudi Arabia, 28 universities and colleges offer 89 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 24 Bachelor, 14 Master and 2 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Riyadh, Hail, Najran and Arar. Institutions with the widest choice: King Saud University, Najran University and University of Hail.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 89 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 28 institutions in Saudi Arabia. Popular cities include Riyadh, Hail and Najran.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Saudi Arabia?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are King Saud University, Najran University, University of Hail, Northern Border University and Arab Open University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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