BSc in Computing and Business Technologies
Πανεπιστήμιο Λεμεσού
Πτυχίο Πληροφορικής και Επιχειρηματικής Τεχνολογίας
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computing and Business Technologies is a modern degree that equips students with the necessary skills to compete and excel in the digital era. It provides a solid foundation in Computer Science including Data Science, Big Data, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Blockchain, Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity, as well as applications to business such as Business Analytics, Digital Transformation, Fin-Tech and Project Management.
Choice from a set of electives offered by other Schools of the University, or the choice of a cutting-edge research project complements the student’s knowledge and provides the skills for immediate employment in the industry or to continue their studies in the postgraduate level.
The department’s international faculty is engaged in cutting-edge research in Computer Science, Management and Economics and has strong ties with the industry, giving the opportunity to the students to undertake real-world research projects and applications to business. All courses are designed with strong practical and hands-on components from day one, making the degree unique, in the sense that it blends its strong Computer Science core with real-world applications in business.
The program is nationally accredited by CYQAA and recognized by KYSATS.
Program Learning Outcomes
With the completion of the program, students are expected to:
- Understand the basics underlying the modern theory of computing.
- Acquire practical skills related to tools employed in modern IT infrastructures.
- Be able to convert real-world problems and solutions into the language of computing.
- Be proficient in programming languages.
- Apply computing theories and techniques to enhance data-driven decision-making.
- Work in groups to solve complex IT and business-related problems.
- Demonstrate understanding of information security concepts and challenges, including ethical dilemmas and techniques to mitigate them.
- Acquire analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to carry out independent research.
Program Requirements
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS in short) is a tool of the European Higher Education Area for making studies and courses more transparent. It helps students to move between countries and to have their academic qualifications and study periods abroad recognized. The credits below are based on the ECTS.
To graduate, students are required to earn 240 credits as follows:
150 credits from core courses from the Computing and Business Technologies (CS code),
15 credits from the Bachelor in Economics (EC code),
45 credits from the Bachelor of Business Administration (BA code),
30 credits from a Thesis or from 4 elective courses from the Bachelor in Economics or the Bachelor of Business Administration.
CORE COURSES
Year 1
Fall Semester
- Foundations of Business Information Technologies (7.5 ECTS)
- Mathematics I (7.5 ECTS)
- Microeconomics (7.5 ECTS)
- Personal & Professional Development (7.5 ECTS)
Spring Semester
- Fundamentals of Computer Science (7.5 ECTS)
- Statistics I (7.5 ECTS)
- Programming I (7.5 ECTS)
- Communication Skills (7.5 ECTS)
Year 2
Fall Semester
- Programming II (7.5 ECTS)
- Mathematics II (7.5 ECTS)
- Management of Information Systems (7.5 ECTS)
- Ethics & Social Responsibility (7.5 ECTS)
Spring Semester
- Algorithms, Data Structures & Databases (7.5 ECTS)
- Software Design and Development (7.5 ECTS)
- Digital Transformation (7.5 ECTS)
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship (7.5 ECTS)
Year 3
Fall Semester
- Cloud Computing & Database Management (7.5 ECTS)
- Object Oriented Programming (7.5 ECTS)
- Machine Learning, Data Mining & Business Analytics (7.5 ECTS)
- Project Management (7.5 ECTS)
Spring Semester
- Operating Systems (7.5 ECTS)
- Complexity Theory (7.5 ECTS)
- Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning (7.5 ECTS)
- Corporate Finance (7.5 ECTS)
Year 4
Fall Semester
- Networks & The Internet of Things (7.5 ECTS)
- Blockchain & Emerging Financial Technologies (FinTech) (7.5 ECTS)
- Computer & Internet Security (7.5 ECTS)
- Research Methods (7.5 ECTS)
Spring Semester
- Thesis (30 ECTS)
- Four electives from other Bachelor’s programs (30 ECTS)
- Option to select one of the three specialized tracks offered:
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Business Analytics
- Fintech & AI