Shape theFuture ofComputing

World-class computer science education with real-world training.

2,400+

Students

98%

Employment Rate

40+

Partners

About the Department

Building Tomorrow's
Tech Leaders Today

The Computer Science Department has been at the forefront of computing education since 2004. We combine rigorous theoretical foundations with hands-on practical training, preparing graduates to solve real-world problems across industry, government, and research.

Our faculty brings together academic researchers and industry veterans, creating a learning environment where theory meets practice. From our undergraduate programs to professional certifications, every pathway is designed with career outcomes in mind.

Research-Led Teaching

Faculty actively engaged in AI, IoT, and systems research

4K Innovation Lab

State-of-the-art computing infrastructure and maker space

Industry Connections

Internship pipelines with 40+ partner companies

International Curriculum

Aligned with IEEE and ACM global computing standards

Computer science faculty members discussing research in a modern office
FOUNDED 2004
Programs & Training

Choose Your
Academic Path

Full Catalog
UNDERGRADUATE

BSc Computer Science

A comprehensive 4-year degree covering algorithms, systems, software engineering, and specialization tracks in AI, data science, and networking.

Duration

4 Years

Intake

Sept / Jan

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POSTGRADUATE

MSc Data Science

Advanced study in machine learning, big data analytics, and statistical computing.

Duration

18 Months

Intake

September

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RESEARCH

PhD Programme

Doctoral research in AI, embedded systems, software engineering, and data science.

Duration

3–5 Years

Intake

Rolling

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DIPLOMA

Professional Diploma

Focused 12-month programs in Web Development, Data Analytics, or Embedded Systems — for career changers and professionals.

Duration

12 Months

Intake

Multiple

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TRAINING

Industry Trainings

Short intensive courses in Web Dev, Data Analytics, and Embedded Systems. Earn certificates recognized by industry partners.

Duration

4–16 Weeks

Intake

Quarterly

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FACILITY

4K Research & Innovation Lab

Open to all enrolled students. Cutting-edge hardware, GPU clusters, IoT testbeds, and maker tools for project development and research prototyping.

Duration

Open Access

Intake

All Students

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Latest Updates

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AAU Launches New AI Research Center

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Partnership
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AAU Partners with Google on Computer Science Curriculum

Collaborative initiative brings Google's industry expertise into classroom learning.

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Student Work

Featured Projects

Deep Learning Image Recognition
Faculty Research
AI & Machine Learning

Deep Learning Image Recognition

Amir Tadesse, Liya Bekele, Samuel Girma · 2024

AI-powered image classification system designed for healthcare diagnostics and intelligent recognition tasks.

PythonTensorFlowKeras
Detail
Smart Campus IoT Network
Student Project
IoT & Embedded Systems

Smart Campus IoT Network

Naol Worku, Hana Tesfaye, Bereket Alemu · 2024

Smart sensor infrastructure connecting buildings, classrooms, and campus systems.

Raspberry PiMQTTNode-RED
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Student Analytics Dashboard
Student Project
Data Science

Student Analytics Dashboard

Meron Assefa, Dawit Mulugeta, Tigist Abebe · 2023

Interactive dashboard for tracking student performance and engagement.

ReactNode.jsPostgreSQL
Detail
Partnerships

Industry & Academic Collaborations

We partner with leading companies, research institutions, and government agencies to provide real-world exposure and career pathways.

TechGhana Solutions

Industry

AfriData Analytics

Research

National University

Academic

CloudSystems Inc.

Industry

IoTech Labs

Research

DigiMinistry

Government

CodeAfrica

NGO

DataBridge Co.

Industry

40+

Active Partners

85%

Students Get Internships

12

Countries Represented

Voices

Students & Alumni
Speak for Themselves

The hands-on projects and industry mentorship I received prepared me for a real engineering role far better than I expected. I started my job already knowing the tools my team uses.
The MSc curriculum was exactly what I needed to transition from finance to tech. The faculty are genuinely invested in your growth, and the 4K Lab gave me access to resources I couldn't have afforded otherwise.
I completed the 12-week Web Development training while working full-time. The schedule was flexible, the instructors were patient, and I landed my first client within a month of finishing.
The research environment here is collaborative and well-funded. My supervisor has extensive industry connections, and I've already co-authored two papers in my first year.
2025–2026 INTAKE OPEN

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Start Your Academic and Career Path?

Join 2,400+ students shaping the future of technology. Applications for 2025–2026 are open now.

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