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20260412890Launched in the 2012/2013 academic year, the Master of Science in Information Technology combines advanced study with the development of specialized technical and research skills. The program equips students to keep pace with technological change and contribute to innovation in contemporary areas of IT. Students explore current topics in depth while strengthening their research and analytical capabilities. By connecting advanced learning with evolving labor market and community needs, the program prepares graduates to apply their expertise to professional challenges, support development initiatives, and make meaningful contributions to society.
To be a leading academic department in the region by paying particularly focused attention to scientific innovations and to provide the labor sectors with highly qualified graduates. To provide the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the entire region with research that is concerned with developing the practical sides of life.
To produce high-quality specialists and researchers in the field of information technology who will serve the community and enrich the research body. The department will provide its graduates with the knowledge and skills to master, improve, and localize the IT solutions that address industry needs.
Last Modified Date: 09/11/2026 - 9:01 AM Saudi Arabia Time
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPIT 600 | INTERNETWORKING | 3 | None |
| CPIT 601 | OBJECT ORIENTED SOFTWARE ENG. | 3 | None |
| CPIT 602 | DATABASE SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION | 3 | None |
| CPIT 603 | QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS | 2 | None |
| CPIT 694 | RESEARCH METHODS | 1 | None |
| CPIT 695 | SEMINAR | 1 | CPIT-694 |
| CPIT 699 | THESIS | 8 | CPIT-695 |
| CPIT 630 | TCP/IP Programming | 3 | CPIT-600 |
| CPIT 640 | Advanced Information Security | 3 | CPIT-600 |
Course Code: CPIT 600
Course Code: CPIT 601
Course Code: CPIT 602
Course Code: CPIT 603
Course Code: CPIT 694
Course Code: CPIT 695
Course Code: CPIT 699
Course Code: CPIT 630
Course Code: CPIT 640
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPIT 631 | WEB ENGINEERING | 3 | CPIT-630 |
| CPIT 632 | CLOUD COMPUTING ARCHITECTURE | 3 | CPIT-630 |
| CPIT 633 | E-COMMERCE | 3 | CPIT-630 |
| CPIT 634 | INTERNET COMPUTING | 3 | CPIT-630 |
| CPIT 641 | INTERNET SECURITY | 3 | CPIT-640 |
| CPIT 642 | CRYPTOGRAPHIC ALGORITHMS | 3 | CPIT-640 |
| CPIT 643 | COMPUTER FORENSICS | 3 | CPIT-640 |
| CPIT 644 | SECURE NETWORKS | 3 | CPIT-640 |
| CPIT 645 | E-SECURITY | 3 | CPIT-600 |
| CPIT 692 | SELECTED ADVANCE TOPICS ON NETWORKS SECURITY | 3 | CPIT-640 |
| CPIT 697 | SELECTED Advance TOPICS ON INTERNET TECH. | 3 | CPIT-630 |
Course Code: CPIT 631
Course Code: CPIT 632
Course Code: CPIT 633
Course Code: CPIT 634
Course Code: CPIT 641
Course Code: CPIT 642
Course Code: CPIT 643
Course Code: CPIT 644
Course Code: CPIT 645
Course Code: CPIT 692
Course Code: CPIT 697
