Chairman’s Welcome Message
Welcome to the Department of Information Systems Engineering at Near East University.
The Information Systems Engineering program is designed to educate future engineers who can bridge the gap between technology and organizational needs. Our curriculum integrates software engineering, data management, networking, cybersecurity, and business processes to prepare students for the rapidly evolving digital world.
We emphasize practical learning through projects, laboratories, and industry collaboration, ensuring that our graduates are capable of designing, developing, and managing modern information systems that support decision-making and digital transformation.
We invite you to join our program and become part of a dynamic academic environment that fosters innovation, critical thinking, and professional excellence.
Courses
1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester 4th Semester 5th Semester 6th Semester 7th Semester 8th Semester ELECTIVE COURSE
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
CHM101
G.Chemistry
C
3
2
4
5
ENG101
English I
C
2
0
2
3
PHY101
G. Physics I
C
3
2
4
5
MTH101
Mathematics I
C
4
0
4
5
MTH113
Linear Algebra
C
3
0
3
5
AII102
Programming and Problem Solving
C
3
2
4
5
CAM100
Campus Orientation
C
2
0
0
2
Total
20
6
21
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII108
Object-Oriented Programming
C
2
2
3
6
ENG102
English II
C
3
0
2
3
MTH102
Mathematics II
C
4
0
4
6
AII104
Discrete Structures
C
3
0
3
5
PHY102
G. Physics II
C
3
2
4
6
CAR100
Career
C
2
0
0
2
GEC351
21st Century Skills
E
2
0
0
2
Total
19
4
16
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII201
Data Structures and Algorithms
C
3
2
4
6
AII001
Logic Design
C
3
2
4
6
AII020
System Analysis and Design
C
3
0
3
5
AII427
Management for Engineers
E
3
0
3
5
MTH251/MTH201
Probability and Statistics / Differential Equations
E
3
0
3
6
YIT101/TUR101
Turkish for Foreign Students I
C
2
0
2
2
Total
17
4
19
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII202
Database Management Systems
C
4
0
4
5
AII006
Web Design and Programming
C
2
2
3
4
AII426
Economics for Engineers
E
3
0
3
6
AII007
Multimedia Systems
C
2
2
3
4
CIS222
Social Media Management and Automation
C
3
0
2
3
YIT102/TUR102
Turkish for Foreign Students II / Turkish II
C
2
0
2
2
ISE299
Summer Traning I
C
0
0
0
6
Total
16
4
17
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII302
Operating Systems
C
3
0
3
6
AII004
Programming Languages I
C
2
2
3
7
ENG201
Oral Communication Skills
C
3
0
3
4
AII311
Management Information Systems for Engineers
C
4
0
4
7
AII439
Occupational Health and Safety I
C
2
0
2
4
AIT103/AİT101
Principles of Atatürk and the History of Turkish Revolution I
C
2
0
2
2
Total
16
2
17
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
CS322
Web Application Development
E
2
2
3
4
AII303
Data Communication and Networking
C
2
2
4
5
ISE301
Geographic Information Systems
C
3
2
4
5
AII003
Software Engineering
C
3
0
3
6
CHC100
Cyprus: History and Culture
E
2
0
0
2
AIT104/AİT102
Principles of Atatürk and the History of Turkish Revolution II
C
2
0
2
2
ISE399
Summer Traning II
C
0
0
0
6
Total
14
6
16
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII428
eGovernment
C
3
0
3
5
AII430
Principles of Information Security
E
3
0
3
6
ISE491
Graduation Project I
C
0
6
3
4
AII452
Artificial Intelligence Applications
C
2
2
3
3
AII010
Safety in Informatics
C
2
0
3
2
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
Total
16
8
21
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII429
Engineering Ethics
E
3
0
3
6
ISE492
Graduation Project II
C
0
6
3
5
AII422
Software Testing
E
2
2
3
4
TE
Technical Elective
E
2
2
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
2
2
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
2
2
3
5
Total
11
8
18
30
Total No. of Courses 53 Total No. of Electives 14 Total No. of Credits 145 Percentage of Electives 26.4 Total ECTS 240 Previous Total No. of Credits 148 New Total No. of Credits No change Previous Total ECTS 240 New Total ECTS No change C/E: Compulsory/Elective T: Hours of Theoretical Study P: Hours of Practice/Lab E: ECTS C: Credits
CODE
COURSE NAME
T
P
C
E
AII431
e-Commerce
2
2
3
5
AII412
Database Applications
2
2
3
5
AII002
System Simulation
3
0
3
5
ISE412
Health Information Management
3
0
3
5
ISE413
Strategic Information Systems Management
3
0
3
5
ISE414
Information in Hospitality and Tourism
3
0
3
5
ISE415
Accounting Information Systems
3
0
3
5
ISE430
Human-Computer Interaction
3
0
3
5
AII404
Neural Networks
2
2
3
5
AII419
Image Processing
2
2
3
5
AII005
Internet Programming
2
2
3
5
AII402
Computer Graphics
2
2
3
5
AII405
Computer Hardware
3
0
3
5
AII406
System Programming
2
2
3
5
AII413
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
3
0
3
5
ISE428
Forensic Information Systems
2
2
3
5
AII417
Mobile Programming
2
2
3
5
AII408
Advanced Object Oriented Programming
2
2
3
5
AII409
Object Oriented Programming II
2
2
3
5
AII351
Embedded Systems
2
2
3
5
AII407
Programming Languages II
2
2
3
5
AII415
Decision Making
3
0
3
5
Non-Technical Elective
CHC100
Cyprus History and Culture
2
0
0
2
CAR100
Career Planning
2
0
0
2
SEC351
21st Century Skills
2
0
0
2
Objectives and Contents of the Course
Mission – Vision
Mission
To educate engineers capable of designing, implementing, managing, and integrating secure, innovative, and intelligent information systems that support organizational efficiency and digital transformation.
Vision
To be a leading international Information Systems Engineering program recognized for excellence in education, research, innovation, and strong industry collaboration in the field of information systems.
Program Information
Qualification Awarded
The students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Engineering.
Level of Qualification
This is a First Cycle (Bachelor’s Degree) program.
Specific Admission Requirements
In the framework of the regulations set by Higher Education Council of Turkey (YÖK), student admission for this undergraduate program is made through a university entrance examination called YKS. Following the submission of students’ academic program preferences, Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) places the students to the relevant program according to the score they get from ÖSYS.
International students are accepted to this undergraduate program according to the score of one of the international exams they take such as SAT, ACT and so on, or according to their high school diploma score.
Exchange student admission is made according to the requirements determined by bilateral agreements signed by NEU and the partner university.
Visiting students can enroll for the courses offered in this program upon the confirmation of the related academic unit. Additionally, they need to prove their English language level since the medium of instruction of the program is English.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
The students studying in this undergraduate program are required to have a Cumulative Grade Points Average (CGPA) of not less than 2.00/4.00 and have completed all the courses with at least a letter grade of DD/S in the program in order to graduate. The minimum number of ECTS credits required for graduation is 251. It is also mandatory for the students to complete their compulsory internship in a specified duration and quality.
Recognition of Prior Learning
At Near East University, full-time students can be exempted from some courses within the framework of the related bylaws. If the content of the course previously taken in another institution is equivalent to the course offered at NEU, then the student can be exempted from this course with the approval of the related faculty/graduate school after the evaluation of the course content.
Profile of the Program
The Information Systems Engineering Program aims to educate professionals who can analyze, design, develop, and manage complex information systems in organizational environments.
The program provides a strong foundation in:
- Software engineering
- Database systems
- Computer networks
- System analysis and design
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial intelligence applications in information systems
Graduates are equipped with both technical and managerial competencies, enabling them to integrate information technologies into business processes and support organizational decision-making and digital transformation
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Information Systems Engineering program will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals to solve information systems problems.
- Analyze, model, and solve complex information systems engineering problems.
- Design, develop, and implement information systems that meet specified requirements.
- Use modern engineering tools, programming languages, and technologies effectively.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support system design and decision-making.
- Work effectively as individuals and as members or leaders in multidisciplinary teams.
- Communicate effectively in written and oral form in professional environments.
- Recognize the need for lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
- Act in accordance with professional ethics, legal frameworks, and quality standards.
- Apply project management, risk management, and innovation principles in engineering practice.
- Evaluate the societal, environmental, and economic impacts of information systems.
- Integrate computing, data, and organizational knowledge to develop efficient and secure systems.
Course and Program Outcomes Matrix
Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Graduates of the Information Systems Engineering program can work in a wide range of sectors including public institutions, private companies, and international organizations. Typical career paths include:
- Systems Analyst
- Business Systems Analyst
- Software Developer
- Database Administrator
- IT Project Manager
- Network and Systems Administrator
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- ERP/CRM Consultant
- Information Systems Manager
- Digital Transformation Consultant
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the Information Systems Engineering program are eligible to apply for postgraduate studies (Master’s and PhD) in Information Systems Engineering and related disciplines such as Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence, both at Near East University and other national and international institutions.
Course Structure Diagram with Course Credits
Exam Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Graduation Requirements
To graduate from the Information Systems Engineering program, students must:
- Successfully complete all required and elective courses in the curriculum
- Achieve a minimum of 240 ECTS credits
- Obtain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00/4.00
- Successfully complete summer training (internships)
- Successfully complete the graduation project
Mode of Study
This is a full time program.
Program Director (or Equivalent)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Amr Abdelbari
Head of Department of Information Systems Engineering
Near East University
Evaluation Questionnaires
- Evaluation Survey
- Graduation Survey
- Satisfaction Survey