I welcome you to the Department of Computer Science & IT at The East African University.
The Department of Computer Science & IT at The East African University places student
development at the forefront of our priorities, and strives to equip our graduates not only with expert
knowledge, but also the technical skills to utilize and develop their knowledge, and a sense of
professional ethics to guide them in their career and personal development. The Department achieves
this not only by recruiting and developing high-calibre staff and maintaining high standards in our
pedagogy and research, but also in fostering internationalization, participation in industry, and
awareness of cutting-edge developments in the field. Through this, we hope to nurture in our students
not only the knowledge and skills for the future, but also the perspectives of tomorrow, which is of
paramount importance to a dynamic and rapidly evolving field such as our own. Our computer Labs
are fully equipped and creates a great learning and training environment.
In recent years, the rapid development in information and communication technology has catalyzed
the development of a global information economy, and facilitated a transition towards a knowledge
society. In computer science, as in modern life, change has become a constant. Artificial Intelligence,
Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Big data, cloud computing, social media and other emerging
technologies have brought an unforeseen dynamism to life, from doing business, to finding friends, to
keeping in touch with family. To achieve general literacy and to develop a professional workforce,
education in computer science and IT has ascended to new heights of importance.
The department is ever-growing; our undergraduate enrollment has doubled in the last three years and
more qualified students are being admitted. Our faculty includes more than 12 competent full-time
members with competent academic credentials from top great universities in Kenya and abroad,
majority of them having PhDs and Master degrees. Our department has experienced significant
qualitative evolution, complementing our rigorous educational curricula with comprehensive research
programs in several crucial areas of societal importance.
This prospectus highlights the range of programmes offered, research and pedagogical achievements
of students and staff, and the future development of our Department. We look forward to prospective
students joining our Department for a stimulating and holistic learning experience. Looking into the
future, we will continue to pursue excellence in conducting the computer science research of
tomorrow, nurturing and cultivating the computer science talents.

Sincerely,
Oloo Jacob
Head, Department of Computer Science.