The department of Software Engineering (SWE) is the latest addition to the college of computer and information sciences. It was founded on 8/5/1427H as an evolution of the department of computer technology. The study plan of the SWE bachelor program was adopted by the board of the college of computer and information sciences on14/4/1428H and was approved by the council of the University on 4/6/1428H. The first batch of male SWE students were accepted in 1429H (2008) and later graduated in summer 1432H (July 2011). Three years later, the first batch of female SWE students joined the department in fall 1436H (September 2015) and graduated in 1439H (2018).

Career Opportunities

The need for highly skilled software engineers is growing day after day. Graduates from the SWE program will have various career opportunities in the software and IT industry including the following:

• Software architect
• Software designer
• Software systems analyst
• Software business analyst
• Software engineer
• Software quality assurance specialist
• Software project manager

Postgraduate Studies

Graduates from the SWE program will have the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies and succeed in academic and research careers. They can apply for the postgraduate programs offered by the Software Engineering:

-MSc in Software Engineering, open since Fall 2012 and offering both Courses Track and Thesis Track.

-PhD in Software Engineering, open since Fall 2019. 

Program Educational Objectives

1. Possess essential professional software engineering skills that make them confident to develop high-quality software solutions in various application domains under various realistic constraints.
2. Engage and succeed in their professional careers through teamwork, ethical behavior, proactive involvement and effective communication.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of life-long learning through professional development, practical training, and specialized certifications.
4. Assume progressively managerial, leading and influential roles in their organizations and communities.
5. Pursue postgraduate studies and succeed in academic and research careers.

Student Outcomes

In concordance with ABET requirements for SWE programs, graduates from the SWE B.Sc. program will possess by the time of graduation the following essential computing and engineering skills:

SO1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics

SO2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors

SO3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

SO4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts

SO5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives

SO6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions

SO7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Admission

The requirement for the admission of students to the College of Computer and Information Sciences is based on a composite average not less than 75% which is calculated as follows:

• 25% of General Aptitude Test
• 25% of Subject Achievement Test
• 25% of GPA in CFY 
• 25% of Math Courses in CFY

The priority of acceptance for admission is given to those applicants with the highest composite average.

Students Booklet

Student Booklet (English)

 Capstone Project

SWE496 Project I

Accepted and graduated students in the Department of Software Engineering