College of Information Technology
The Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) has faculty members at various levels of academic ranking (professors, associate professors, and assistant professors) supported by professional technical staff that are supporting the following three academic departments: Department of Computer Science/ Artificial intelligent and Department of Software Engineering The college is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories that use hardware, software and educational tools that meet the needs of students, faculty and academic programs that are offered. In addition, the College has Lecture Halls that are also equipped with the necessary educational facilities and tools. The college always seeks to update its educational facilities in order to stay competitive.
Mission
Continuing improvement of the faculty scientific and academic environment through the provision of modern disciplines, scientific research, developing creative human resources and dominating the quality governance standards. Achieving excellence in forming partnerships with the academic, industrial and society sectors, with the purpose of satisfying the market needs of graduates and developing stakeholders and community.
Vision
The College believes in the importance and necessity of excellence and continuous development of the educational process and has adopted a vision that is in line with the vision of the university and the Royal Vision "Jordan is a beacon of knowledge and knowledge". Hence, the College's vision was to achieve academic excellence and to develop practical disciplines that suit the needs of the market and in line with local and international standards, and to develop research partnerships with colleges and technical companies inside and outside Jordan and to support and develop the local community.
Objectives
The College formulated a set of goals based on its vision and mission, which focuses on:
- Raise the academic quality in the college and strengthen the governance in all aspects of the college
- Developing academic programs
- Provide a distinct environment for teaching and learning
- Service and development of the local community
Dean's Message
Dr. Saleh Al-Ataiwi
On behalf of myself and my colleagues at the College of Information Technology at Aqaba University of Technology, I am pleased to welcome you to the college's website. We ask Allah, the Almighty, to make this platform a source of benefit and a gateway that meets your aspirations. The technical sector in Jordan has taken on the mission of advancing the Kingdom toward a distinguished position in the global digital landscape. In this journey, our college plays a vital role in developing qualified national talent and preparing graduates with the knowledge, skills, and digital competencies needed to compete confidently and effectively in the local, regional, and global job markets.
In line with national priorities and labor-market needs, the College of Information Technology has established and expanded its programs over the years. The Software Engineering program was launched in 2015, followed by the Artificial Intelligence program in 2019, and most recently, the Cybersecurity program in 2025. These programs reflect our commitment to keeping pace with technological advancements and equipping students with cutting-edge expertise in rapidly evolving fields.
The college continues to develop strategic partnerships with public institutions, private-sector companies, and leading global technology organizations. Through these collaborations, we aim to establish specialized training academies that enable students, graduates, and professionals in the community to obtain internationally recognized professional certifications across various technical domains. Furthermore, the college actively supports scientific research, innovation initiatives, and graduation projects to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem and contribute to Jordan's knowledge-based economy.
To achieve our mission, the college has attracted a distinguished group of faculty members and invested in state-of-the-art computer laboratories equipped with the latest technologies. These resources allow us to provide a competitive academic environment that serves students, researchers, and the local community. We continue to strengthen our engagement with community institutions to prepare skilled and capable graduates who can effectively contribute to the job market. The college has also adopted a comprehensive set of local and international academic accreditation standards, ensuring the quality of our programs and reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
