Rationale
Rationale
The programme design recognizes that the use of Information Technology is an integral component of all businesses; and as such, the curriculum provides students with opportunities to apply theory to practice using a range of skills that can be applied in different industries. The programme is focused on students who are interested in careers as technology design and management professionals. They learn to integrate hardware, software, network components, and other technology into information systems so that they work well together, are secure and can be maintained as needed.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
To matriculate to the programme, applicants must fulfill one of the following:
1. Pass at least five (5) subjects at CSEC/GCE including English Language and Mathematics, with grade I, II or III. Grade III / A, B, or C. Grade III pass in CSEC must be after June 1998.
OR
2. Mature Student Entry applicants must be over twenty-five (25) years with a minimum of five years experience in a specialized area of the industry. Applicants will be accepted based on an assessment of their prior learning. Each applicant must submit an academic portfolio for individual assessment.
AND
3. Holders of an Associate Degree in Information Technology with no more than six (6) credits outstanding. Applicants who fail to meet this criterion will be required to complete the necessary bridging courses at the Associate degree level prior to being afforded acceptance.
Target Groups
This programme targets any of the following individuals:
Persons with industry experience in Information Technology but need formal training and persons with industry experience seeking certification at the managerial level
Persons who want to change their career path within the programme industry.
Associate Degree graduates interested in becoming more qualified
Career Options
∙ Web Developer
∙ Data Security Analyst
∙ Project Manager
∙ Network Administrator
∙ Systems Designer
∙ Systems Administrator
