Program guide
Study Computer Science in Egypt
What is computer science?
Computing degrees in Egypt sit in faculties variously named Computers and Information, Computers and Artificial Intelligence, or Computer Science and Engineering. The faculty name tells you something about the emphasis, but the module list tells you far more.
Most programmes cover programming, data structures, algorithms, databases, networks and software engineering as a common core, then branch into specialisations.
Who it is for
- Students who want a degree taught in English at an Egyptian university.
- Students interested in software, data, AI, cybersecurity or information systems.
- Students who want skills that transfer across borders and into remote work.
How long it takes
4 years
Commonly four years. Programme length is set by the university and the relevant national regulations, and it has changed in recent years. Confirm the exact structure for your intake with the university before you apply.
Last verified 11 September 2026 · Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Egypt, Supreme Council of Universities, Arab Republic of Egypt
Typical degree structure
- 1Programming fundamentals, discrete mathematics and computer organisation in year one.
- 2Data structures, algorithms, databases, operating systems and networks in the middle years.
- 3Specialisation tracks and a final-year graduation project.
Main subjects
- Programming and object-oriented design
- Data structures and algorithms
- Databases
- Operating systems
- Computer networks
- Software engineering
- Machine learning fundamentals
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
Admission requirements
Not confirmed from an official source
Requirements differ by university; mathematics is usually the binding subject.
Universities to consider
Institutions in our directory associated with this field. Confirm on each university's official website that it currently runs this programme, and in which language.
Public universities
- Cairo UniversityGiza
- Ain Shams UniversityCairo
- Alexandria UniversityAlexandria
- Mansoura UniversityMansoura
- Assiut UniversityAssiut
- Tanta UniversityTanta
- Zagazig UniversityZagazig
- Helwan UniversityCairo
- Minia UniversityMinya
- Menoufia UniversityShebin El Kom
- Suez Canal UniversityIsmailia
- South Valley UniversityQena
- Fayoum UniversityFayoum
- Benha UniversityBenha
- Beni-Suef UniversityBeni Suef
- Kafrelsheikh UniversityKafr El Sheikh
- Sohag UniversitySohag
- Port Said UniversityPort Said
- Damietta UniversityDamietta
- Damanhour UniversityDamanhour
- Aswan UniversityAswan
- Luxor UniversityLuxor
- New Valley UniversityKharga
- Matrouh UniversityMarsa Matruh
- Arish UniversityArish
- Suez UniversitySuez
- University of Sadat CitySadat City
Private universities
- MTI UniversityPrivate
- Arab Open University – EgyptPrivate
- Future University in EgyptPrivate
- German University in CairoPrivate
- The British University in EgyptPrivate
- Nile UniversityPrivate
- Misr International UniversityPrivate
- Ahram Canadian UniversityPrivate
- October University for Modern Sciences and ArtsPrivate
Tuition range
We do not publish a tuition range for this programme, because we have not confirmed current figures from official university announcements. Ask us and we will request written quotations for your shortlist.
Career paths
- Software engineering
- Data engineering and analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud and DevOps
- Product and systems analysis
- Technical entrepreneurship
Skills to develop
- Practical programming beyond coursework — build things and put them on GitHub
- English technical communication
- Version control and collaborative development
- One specialism taken seriously rather than five taken shallowly
Internships & training
- Summer internships with Egyptian technology companies and the Cairo offices of multinationals.
- Remote internships, which are realistic in this field and worth pursuing from year two.
Future opportunities
- Egypt's growing technology and outsourcing sector
- Remote work for international employers
- Postgraduate study in AI, data science or cybersecurity
Computer Science in Egypt — frequently asked questions
Is computer science in Egypt taught in English?
Do I need to already know how to code?
University requirements, tuition fees, deadlines, scholarship availability and immigration or residence rules can change. Students must verify final requirements with the relevant university and the appropriate authorities. NIADO provides guidance and application support, and does not guarantee admission, scholarships, visas or residence permits.
Next step
Ready to explore computer science in Egypt?
Send us your results and your budget. We will come back with a realistic shortlist of universities running this programme.