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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
A comprehensive computer science bachelor's for $199 total tuition with flexible installment options: twelve sequenced courses across programming, algorithms, networks, and applied AI. 100% online at your pace. Apply free on our central campus — pay only after acceptance.
$199 total tuitionInstallments available12 courses120 credits2–4 years typical100% online
Overview
What the BSCS is
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) is ACLAS's most structured undergraduate engineering curriculum. Twelve sequenced courses across 120 credits take you from fundamental computing concepts to advanced AI and distributed systems.
The program is structured in four progressive stages: Stage 1 covers programming readiness (Python, Data Structures & Algorithms); Stage 2 explores single-node systems (Automata, Compilers, Systems Programming); Stage 3 covers engineering practice (Networks, Databases, Software Architecture); and Stage 4 tackles modern frontiers (Cybersecurity, Distributed Systems, Applied Machine Learning).
Priced at just USD 199 total tuition with flexible installment options, the ACLAS BSCS offers an accessible, self-paced engineering foundation for aspiring software developers and technology specialists worldwide.
- $199
- Total tuition (installments available)
- 12 courses
- 120 credits
- 2–4 years typical
- Typical duration
- English
- Taught in English, online
Honest fit check
Is the BSCS for you?
We would rather you choose correctly than choose us. If any line on the right describes you, a different path will serve you better — and we say so upfront.
This fits if you…
- Students who want an engineering-grade computing degree, not a coding bootcamp.
- Working developers who want formal grounding in the theory behind their practice.
- Career changers with strong mathematical aptitude.
- Anyone preparing for specialisation in AI, systems or security.
Look elsewhere if…
- You need an ABET-accredited engineering degree.
- You want live-taught classes and in-person lab sessions.
- You need guaranteed transfer credit to another university.
Curriculum
12 courses, 120 credits
This is the complete published curriculum. Every course listed is required, and there are no elective choices to make.
Stage 1 — Foundation and programming readiness
CS 101-AIntroduction to Computer Science
CS 101-BProgramming Fundamentals (Python)
CS 201Data Structures and AlgorithmsBased on Introduction to Algorithms.
Stage 2 — Exploring single-node systems
CS 250Automata and Formal Languages
CS 310Compiler Design & Principles
CS 313Computer Systems: A Programmer's Perspective
Stage 3 — Connectivity and engineering practice
CS 340Computer Networks & Web Protocols
CS 346Database SystemsBased on the Silberschatz, Korth and Sudarshan textbook.
CS 380Software Engineering & Architecture
Stage 4 — Advanced frontiers
CS 411Cybersecurity Principles & Practice
CS 420Distributed SystemsAligned with van Steen and Tanenbaum, Distributed Systems, 4th edition.
CS 460Applied Machine Learning
Learning outcomes
What you will learn
By the end of the BSCS, you will be able to:
- A rigorous theoretical foundation in computer science.
- System-level engineering and optimisation skills.
- Full-stack and network system design capability.
- Working command of advanced areas including machine learning and distributed systems.
Who it suits
Who the BSCS is for
- Students who want an engineering-grade computing degree, not a coding bootcamp.
- Working developers who want formal grounding in the theory behind their practice.
- Career changers with strong mathematical aptitude.
- Anyone preparing for specialisation in AI, systems or security.
What you receive
The documents behind the award
Completing the BSCS produces three documents in the graduate's name. These are representative samples of each one.
Degree certificate
The award itself, issued in the graduate's name with the program, the date of completion and a unique certificate ID.
Academic transcript
The full academic record: every course completed, the grade awarded, credit hours and the final academic standing.
Letter of recommendation
A signed statement of the graduate's capabilities, issued alongside the award and useful when an employer or university asks for supporting documentation.
- Digital and included — the certificate and transcript come with tuition, no extra document fee.
- Verifiable — each carries a unique certificate ID that employers can check free online.
- Shareable — built for LinkedIn profiles, CVs and job applications.
- Permanent record — ACLAS maintains the verified completion record behind every credential ID.
Admission requirements
Entry requirements
Before you apply, make sure you meet the following requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. They are checked with your application.
- A high school diploma or equivalent, including high-school-level mathematics: algebra, functions and logical reasoning.
- Basic computer literacy and the ability to set up a development environment.
- Ability to read technical English — documentation and code comments.
- A computer capable of running Python, compilers and lightweight virtual machines or Docker, on Windows, macOS or Linux, with a stable internet connection.
Program facts
Program details
Tuition and payment
$199 total tuition · Flexible installment options
Tuition covers every course in the program with zero hidden per-credit fees. Pay in full upfront or choose flexible 2- or 4-stage installment plans.
Total program tuition
$199one-time full payment or flexible installments · 12 courses · 120 credits
A 6% processing fee applies to Wintopay, PayPal, Geoswift and Xendit. It does not apply to PayMyTuition, USDT, debit and credit cards, or Western Union.
Installments
| Plan | Payments |
|---|---|
| Two installments | $60 / $139 |
| Four installments | $30 / $40 / $50 / $79 |
Two- and four-installment plans are available for all admitted students worldwide with no credit checks or bank loan applications required. A $2 processing fee is charged per installment, and all fees must be settled before you apply for degree approval.
Optional services
Accreditation and recognition. ACLAS holds institutional accreditation from EAHEA and QAHE, ISO 29995:2021 certification through AQS Certifications, and is a CPD-accredited provider in the United Kingdom. Recognition of ACLAS credentials varies by jurisdiction, institution and employer — read the full record.
Timeline
What the timeline looks like
There are no term dates, so the timeline is yours to set. For illustration, here is how long 12 courses take at three different paces.
| Your pace | You finish in about |
|---|---|
| One course every 4 weeks | 11 months |
| One course every 8 weeks | 22 months |
| One course every 12 weeks | 33 months |
Illustrative only — your pace may differ; the typical completion window is 2–4 years typical. There is no penalty for finishing faster or taking longer.
Fit check
Who the BSCS is not for
A program that is honest about its limits is easier to trust. If any of these describe your situation, check first — or choose a different path.
You want live classes or a campus
Everything is self-paced and online, with quiz-based assessment. If you learn best with lectures and classmates in real time, this format will frustrate you.
You plan to transfer credits later
ACLAS makes no promises about credit transfer to other universities. If a future degree elsewhere is the goal, ask that university first.
Questions
BSCS questions
The questions applicants ask about this program specifically.
What mathematics do I need before starting the BSCS?
High-school-level mathematics: algebra, functions and logical reasoning. The first stage then builds programming and algorithmic foundations from that base.
What computer do I need?
You need a machine capable of running Python, compilers and lightweight virtual machines or Docker — Windows, macOS or Linux are all acceptable — plus a stable internet connection.
How is the BSCS structured?
Twelve courses in four stages: foundations and programming readiness, single-node systems, connectivity and engineering practice, and advanced frontiers. Each stage builds on the one before it.
What does the BSCS cost?
USD 199 as a one-time payment for 120 credits, with an installment option carrying a USD 2 fee per installment.
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