Department of Computer Science
The Computer Science (CS) Department aims to serve the society by educating and inspiring forward-looking professionals in the various fields of computer science, by creating, applying, and disseminating vital knowledge and technology, and by leading the professional activities of academia, industry and government.
CS currently offers BSc degree in Computer Science (with optional concentrations in Artificial Intelligence or Cybersecurity), as well as MSc and PhD Degrees related to Computer Science. CS encompasses diverse fields such as advanced information security, e-services and networks, and artificial intelligence to name a few. CS faculty collaborate with the many research institutes at the University on research related to artificial intelligence, robotics and information security. They also collaborate frequently with prestigious research laboratories around the world. CS research is aligned with the 2030 Abu Dhabi strategic plan, which calls for diversification of the economy beyond oil and gas and promotes innovation, entrepreneurship and spinoffs in the artificial intelligence and security sectors.
The CS program offers many benefits to businesses and industries. There is the opportunity to influence research and education, and to participate in long-range technical assessments of problems and directions in the field. Contacts with prospective employers are easily established and affiliates have early access to student resumes, as well as student and faculty publications. Internships in local and national industry provide students with a complementary element to their education. The result of this interaction is greater excellence in both the research and teaching missions of the CS department, whose vision is to achieve a world-class stature and become the premier technology hub in the Gulf region and beyond.