DEAN’S MESSAGE
DR. Mazen Mohammed Ali
DEAN, COLLEGE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
At the College of Information Technology continues to strengthen its role as a leading center for computing education, research, and innovation in the Kingdom of Bahrain. With a comprehensive academic portfolio spanning five undergraduate programs, multiple specialized Master’s programs, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Computing and Information Sciences, the College offers a complete and progressive pathway for students and professionals seeking advanced knowledge in the digital domain.
Our undergraduate programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, and Cybersecurity provide students with strong foundations in computing theory, practical skills, and the habits of analytical and responsible thinking. These programs prepare graduates for diverse roles across sectors that increasingly rely on digital technologies and data-driven solutions.
At the postgraduate level, the College offers a rich suite of programs designed to deepen expertise and support both professional growth and research excellence. These include the Master of Science in Machine Learning and Computational Intelligence, Master of Science in Cybersecurity, as well as collaborative offerings such as the Master of Science in Big Data Science and Analytics and Master of Science in Financial Technology.
We are also proud to introduce our newest program, the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence, designed to equip non-IT learners with advanced AI competencies, practical modeling skills, and the ability to innovate in emerging application domains.
Our Doctor of Philosophy in Computing and Information Sciences further anchors our commitment to research, enabling scholars to pursue advanced investigation, contribute original knowledge, and generate impactful solutions that serve both industry and society.
Across all programs, the College fosters an environment grounded in academic rigor, collaboration, and purposeful innovation. With modern laboratories, active research groups, and strong partnerships across public and private sectors, we ensure that our students gain the knowledge, experience, and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
I invite you to explore the programs in this booklet and join a community dedicated to excellence, integrity, and a forward-looking vision for the future of computing.
Dr. Mazen Ali
Dean, College of Information Technology
University of Bahrain
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
The College of Information Technology was established in 2003 and since then it pursues to be known as a world-class College that excel in learning, research and entrepreneurship in information technology.
The College of Information Technology seeks to contribute directly to the economic growth and development of Bahrain by preparing graduates that are internationally recognized and are regionally competitive within their field of specialization, supported by leading edge learning and teaching, research with national and regional impact, local engagement and international reputation.
The College of Information Technology started offering its programs in the early 1990s. To be in lined with the changing needs of the labor market, the College continuously updates and offers new programs. Currently, the College offers BSc programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Systems, Network Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science – Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity. All those programs are designed to be aligned and benchmarked with the curricula recommendations of professional societies in IT such as the ACM, IEEE, and AIS.
The BSc program in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org. Similarly, the BSc program in Information Systems is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Moreover, the College programs have undergone continuous improvements and reviews through several programs including the UNDP program in 2003 and received a full confidence from the Education and Training Quality National Authority for all its undergraduate programs in 2014 and 2020. The programs were placed successfully on the National Qualifications Framework. It is worth mentioning that the Computer Science and Computer Engineering Programs was among the first batch in Bahrain to be placed on the National Qualifications Framework.
Furthermore, the College offers four postgraduate programs that include a PhD program in Computing and Information Sciences and MSc programs in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, and Machine Learning and Computational Intelligence. The postgraduate programs target IT professionals and provide advanced topics in the field of IT. Furthermore, the College provides leadership in research and innovation locally and regionally through its applied research and engagement with the IT industry in Bahrain. Several research groups work within the College and they serve the community through contractual research, consulting services, and application and software development. These include groups in areas such as Cybersecurity, Fintech, Mobile Computing, Applied Data Science, Telematics, and Intelligent Systems.
KEY FACTS & FIGURES
501-550
QS RANKING IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATIONS SYSTEMS
73%
OVERALL EMPLOYMENT RATE
33
LABORATORIES
