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Comprehensive Information About Studying IT & Computer Science in Egypt

1. Why Study IT/Computer Science in Egypt?

  1. Egypt is a regional leader in technology, education, and digital transformation, offering affordable, high-quality education in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science.
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  3. Key Advantages:
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  5. Low tuition and living costs 
  6. English-taught programs available 
  7. Strong government investment in tech education
  8. Rising tech industry and freelancing opportunities
  9. Culturally and academically rich environment

2. Top Universities in Egypt for IT & Computer Science

University   Highlights
Cairo University  

One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Africa andthe Arab world, offering BSc, MSc, and PhD programs in Computer Science and AI.

Ain Shams University   Offers comprehensive IT and CS programs with research opportunities and industry partnerships.
Alexandria University   Strong in software engineering, AI, and cloud systems.
The American University in Cairo (AUC)   Private university with a U.S.-style curriculum; offers Computer Science and Computer Engineering in English.
German University in Cairo (GUC)   Industry-oriented CS and IT programs with a German academic framework.
Mansoura University   Offers affordable, solid IT and CS programs in Arabic and English.
Nile University & Zewail City   Known for research and innovation in emerging tech fields.

3. Popular IT & Computer Science Specializations

       • Artificial Intelligence

       • Data Science & Analytics

       • Cybersecurity

       • Software Engineering

       • Web & Mobile Development

       • Cloud Computing

       • IoT (Internet of Things)

       • Robotics & Automation

       • IT Management & Digital Transformation

4. Tuition Fees (in USD per year)

University Type Estimated Annual Fees
Public Universities $500 – $2,000
Private Universities $3,000 – $8,000
International Universities (AUC, GUC) $8,000 – $15,000

Many universities offer scholarships and discounts based on merit or financial need.

5. Career Prospects After Graduation

  Egypt’s IT graduates are highly employable both locally and internationally. The country has:

  1.   • A booming IT outsourcing sector 
  2.   • A strong freelancing culture (especially in software development and data entry) 
  3.   • Growing tech startups and investment 

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  2. Common Career Paths:
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  4.   • Software Developer
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  6.   • IT Specialist 
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  8.   • Cybersecurity Analyst
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  10.   • Data Analyst/Data Scientist
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  12.   • DevOps Engineer
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  14.   • AI/ML Engineer
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  16.   • IT Project Manager
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  18.   • Web & App Developer
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  20. Top Employers : Valeo, ITIDA, Etisalat, Vodafone, IBM Egypt, Orange, and hundreds of startups.

4. Tuition Fees (in USD per year)