Rationale
Rationale
The Associate Degree in Applied Computer Science is concerned with the development, systems design and programming skills that will enable graduates to function effectively in a variety of entry- level positions; or to matriculate into a bachelor’s degree programme. The graduate of this programme is equipped to work as a part of a team to design, test, document, implement, and evaluate the performance of an information system.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
To matriculate to the programme, applicants must fulfil the following:
1. Pass at least five (5) CSEC/ GCE O’ level subjects including English Language, Mathematics with grade I, II, or III/A, B or C. Grade III pass must be after June 1998. (City & Guilds Stage 3 Math & English is accepted – conditions apply)
Alternative requirements
1. Mature Student Entry. Applicants falling in this category must be over twenty-five (25) years, with a minimum of two (2) years experience in a specialized area of the industry. Each applicant must submit an academic portfolio for individual assessment.
NB. Students without a pass in CSEC/GCE Mathematics will be required to sit equivalent courses.
Target Groups
This programme targets any of the following individuals:
Persons with industry experience seeking certification as programmers or software engineers
Persons with industry experience who need formal training as programmers or software engineers
Persons who want to change their career path
High school graduates interested in careers in Computer Programming or Software Engineering
Career Options
Junior Programmer
Technical Support Specialist
Small Business Entrepreneur
