M.S. PROGRAM

1. Program Objectives:

  The Graduate Program leading to the degree of M.S. in Computer Engineering has been developed to provide:

1 necessary theoretical background to those willing to pursue further studies.
2 necessary preparation of those willing to acquire advanced knowledge and skills to meet the qualified manpower needs of the country in the computer engineering field.

  In this respect the graduate program in Computer Engineering covers major topics in Computer Engineering to cater for the needs mentioned above.  It is believed that the department must serve a wide stream of students coming with varying backgrounds and objectives.  This program will help to enhance the student's abilities as well as to provide thorough knowledge in various  specific  application areas in Computer Engineering.  The following areas of Computer Engineering are emphasized:

 1. Computer Architecture, and Microprocessor Systems
 2. Data Communication and Computer Networks
 3. Robotics, Automation and Signal Processing

  The program was approved from the University Council dated 24/10/1410 H. and the actual study started in the Second Semester 1411/1412 H.

2. Admission to the Program:

  Qualified candidates holding a B.Sc. degree in Computer Engineering may apply for the Masters Program which is governed by provision of article (i) and (ii) of the General Regulations for Graduate Studies.  Qualified candidates holding a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering as well as related sciences may also apply.  They may be given provisional approval subject to their completion of the program's pre-requisites determined by the department council.

 3.  Degree Requirements:

  The degree of Master of Science in Computer Engineering requires the student to meet the University Graduate Studies regulations.  In addition, the student must fulfill the following requirements.

a- Successful completion of 8 courses (equivalent to 24 credit hours of graduate  courses) with GPA not less than 3.75.

b- Completion and successful defense of a thesis in the area of study approved by the department.