Bachelor of Information Technology

Explore progressive, cutting edge technologies and complete projects for real industry clients, solving real problems and creating real solutions.

This course is designed to prepare graduates for a comprehensive and broadly based range of professional careers within the information technology field. The curriculum addresses both theoretical and practical applications of computer technology within today's business environment. The first year provides a foundation of knowledge in software development and design fundamentals, operating systems, computer networks and programming. The second year builds on these with more advanced programming, databases, networking, web applications and managing computer projects. The final year pulls it all together with topics in networking, databases, web applications, and a full year, full scale project. Students are assigned their own state of the art computer for the duration of their studies. They are provided with leading edge tools that are presently being used to develop e-commerce and business solutions.

At the successful completion of this programme, students will have the required competencies to function successfully and effectively at entrance levels within the information technology sector. It is anticipated that graduates from the degree programme will be able to pursue professional careers in the areas within the information technology industry.