Bachelor of Information Technology  with options  of  Networking or Multimedia

About the program

The communication network has become a crucial platform for the world of ICT. It plays an important role in enabling communication in organizations and also on a personal level. In this regard, the Department of Information Technology aims to produce graduates with a broad background across fundamental areas of information technology, along with a depth of
understanding in a particular area of interest within the domain of networking and multimedia. This department places emphasis on the knowledge base of students in critical areas such as networking, programming, web technology, multimedia, and databases. Graduates from this department are prepared to design, develop, support, and manage computer hardware, computer software, and information networks, including the Internet.

Degree awarded

Successful completion of the program leads to the award of a Bachelor of Information Technology with the option of  Networking or Multimedia.

Duration of the program

The duration of the Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology is 3 years for full-time students.

Graduates career prospects

There are a wide variety of career opportunities available to graduates in Information technology. Some jobs where an IT degree would be useful include: computer programmer, Application developer, Cartographer, Database administrator, Geographical information systems officer, Information security analyst or specialist, Information systems manager, IT consultant, Network administrator, Server administrator, Computer systems analyst, IT technical support officer, Multimedia programmer or specialist, Software tester, Systems analyst, Systems developer, IT project manager, Web designer, Web developer, IT trainer, and Secondary school teacher among many others.