B.Sc. Software Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at Al-Khwarizmi University is crafted to develop future-ready software engineers equipped with both deep theoretical knowledge and hands-on technical skills.

Rooted in the latest global standards and aligned with the needs of Uzbekistan’s growing digital economy, the program bridges computation, information, and automation, offering a balanced education across both foundational theory and real-world application.

What You’ll Learn

Students will gain a solid grounding in:

  • Algorithms, theory of computation, and information theory – the backbone of all intelligent systems.
  • Programming languages and paradigms to express and execute computational processes effectively.
  • Database systems for organizing, storing, and managing vast amounts of data efficiently.
  • Computer architecture and hardware design, understanding how computing machines are built and optimized.
  • Operating systems, computer networks, and embedded systems, exploring the design of complex and interconnected systems.
  • Cybersecurity and cryptography, ensuring secure design and data protection.

A major emphasis is placed on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) – now essential in modern software systems. Students will apply AI/ML to real-world domains such as:

  • Computer vision – enabling machines to interpret visual information.
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP) – teaching computers to understand and generate human language.

Why Choose This Program?

  • Curriculum inspired by world-class universities and tech industry trends.
  • English-medium instruction with academic and communication support.
  • Project-based learning starting from year one.
  • Internship opportunities with leading local and global tech firms.
  • Pathways into startups, research labs, and top graduate programs.

Whether your goal is to innovate, build, or lead in the tech world, this program will empower you with the skills and mindset to thrive in the software-driven future.

Learning takes place through a combination of face-to-face teaching and independent study, including lectures, practical tutorials, laboratory sessions, personal development sessions, real-life project briefs and case studies.

Students study 60 ECTS credits per year. The course structure is validated by the Technical University of Munich (26th in World University Rankings 2025), but the structure of the course is a subject to change by feedback received from a variety of sources.

1. High school/Lyceum/College diploma or higher
2. Proof of English Language Proficiency:

  • - TOEFL iBT 46 or higher
  • Note: We accept only the TOEFL iBT taken at approved test centers. We do not accept the TOEFL iBT Home Edition.
  • - IELTS 5.5 or higher
  • - CEFR B2
  • - Exemptions (with a minimum pass mark) from the TOEFL, IELTS or CEFR are given for students who have one of the following equivalents:

1. International Baccalaureate Diploma
Grade 4 in English A at Higher or Standard Level in the International Baccalaureate Diploma
Grade 4 in English B at Higher Level in the International Baccalaureate Diploma
Grade 5 in English B at Standard Level in the International Baccalaureate Diploma
2. Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language
Grade 4 in Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language A (External assessment from 2018)
Grade 4 in Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language B (External assessment from 2018)
Grade 4 in Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Literature (External assessment from 2019)
3. GCSE English Language
Grade D in GCSE English Language or GCSE English Literature
4. GCE O-Level English Language
Grade D in GCE O-Level English Language
5. GCE A-Level/AS-Level in English Language
Grade D in GCE A-Level/AS-Level in English Language or English Language & Literature
6. IGCSE English as a First Language
Grade D in the IGCSE English as a First Language. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate
7. IGCSE English as a Second Language
Grade D in the IGCSE English as a Second Language. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate
8. Pearson test of English (PTE) - Academic
Grade 59
9. Cambridge C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge English: Advanced/CAE)
Grade 162
10. Cambridge C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge English: Proficiency/CPE)
Grade 162
11. Cambridge B2 First (formerly Cambridge English: First/FCE)
Grade 162

Note: If your English proficiency test certificate is not yet available, please upload it via your personal account no later than August 18, 2025.

Entrance Exam
  • - Math & Logical Thinking
  • - Exemptions from the Math & Logical Thinking given for students who have one of the following equivalents:
Please use the online equivalency calculator above to see the equivalency of your score to Math & Logical Thinking exam scores.

You can also check the equivalent of your score to the Math & Logical Thinking entrance exam scores using the table below.

International certificate score (Math section) New Uzbekistan University Entrance Exam Score (in percentage)
SAT
800 100
790 90
780 85
770 80
760 75
750 70
740 65
730 60
720 55
650 – 710 50
International Baccalaureate (IB)
7 100
6 90
5 70
4 50
International AS & A Levels
A* 100
A 90
B 80
C 70
D 60
E 50

Students will be allowed to graduate upon completion of all requirements listed below:

  •  Students must have a minimum 2.00 GPA/CGPA at the end of their final semester;
  •  Student must have a minimum of 240 ECTS or as designated in Handbook;
  •  Students must successfully complete all University and Program requirements;
  •  Students cannot have any outstanding Incompletes or IP grades on their transcripts;
  •  Student must complete all degree requirements within 7 (seven) years including any leave periods, of the initial program registration date.
Tuition Fee for 2025/2026 Academic Year
Local students 38 000 000 UZS per academic year
International students $ 5 200 USD per academic year

Scholarships

We are committed to supporting our students’ educational journeys through a variety of scholarship opportunities. Scholarships at New Uzbekistan University are categorized into two main types: 1-Year Scholarships and 4-Year Scholarships.

Graduates of this program enjoy excellent employment prospects. With the ability to handle the increasing demands of scientific, technological and commercial development in the 21st century, they will be in high demand with the wide-ranging companies and organizations increasingly dependent on computer technology. They might start out as:

Front-end engineer - they design, develop, build, and maintain user interfaces (UI) using common programming languages such as JavaScript and CSS

Back-end engineer – they write server-side scripts and application programming interfaces (APIs) that ensure the functionality of websites and applications. Daily tasks include server optimization, security, and data handling

Full-stack engineer - they possess the technical skills of both front-end and back-end engineers. As such, they handle both client-side and server-side responsibilities

Quality assurance (QA) engineer – they are responsible for analyzing software and identifying any issues, bugs, or errors. They are involved in virtually every phase of the software development life cycle, ensuring the software meets all company requirements and validating the final product

Data engineer - their primary responsibility is to convert raw data into information that is easily accessed and analyzed. To achieve this goal, date engineers develop software systems that can compile, manage, and transform data into actionable information
DevOps engineer - they utilize their proficiencies in programming and engineering to create systems, tools, and methodologies designed to improve technologies used within a company.