The Bachelor of Software Engineering program was established at the College of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Hail in 2005 AD by a decision of the Ministry of Education. The Software Engineering program uses the latest information and computer technologies to impart knowledge to our engineering students which includes centralized digital admission process, signage system, whiteboard, well-equipped practical skill improvement laboratories and technical support.
The Software Engineering program is currently enrolling students as per government guidelines. Several batches of software engineering graduates have successfully graduated from the program and most of them have secured jobs and scholarships for higher training in developed countries such as the USA, UK, Australia or New Zealand.
The Software Engineering program was developed and established based on the following objectives:
Economic reasons
Developing a cadre of young Saudi graduates to cover the deficit in software engineering and industry.
Producing software processes and products with a focus on national and international markets.
Scientific consultations in the field of software engineering or national and international projects.
Social or cultural reasons
Providing training courses in software development, programming languages, databases, packages and tools to serve the community.
Developing software systems that help and support society and society.
Contributing to building an informed society.
Working as a consultant for both the private and public sectors in the field of software engineering.
Technological developments
Contributing to e-government efforts.
Technological developments in information technology and software-based systems.
The program’s connection to the university’s mission
The program seeks to support development efforts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by providing appropriate programs, consultations and training to achieve community service in various fields. These goals are consistent with the university's mission and goals.
“The vision of the University of Hail is to achieve leadership and excellence in education, research studies and community service in order to build a knowledge-based society and economy.” The Software Engineering program helps achieve the goals, objectives, and institutional mission with excellence in teaching research and development in the field of software engineering.