The University of Cape Coast B.Sc Information Technology programs introduces students to the complex world of information management using modern technological methods and techniques.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Degree Type:

Bachelor of Science

Department:

Department of Computer Science and Information Technology

Programme Duration:

4 years (Standard Entry)

Modes of Study:

Regular

About Programme:

Information is central to our lives especially in our contemporary world, as advances in technology have made it most accessible and available in various forms and through various media.

Its acquisition, design, manipulation, retrieval, transmission, storage, management and preservation have therefore been given maximum attention by governments, organizations, and centers of authority.

Our B.Sc Information Technology program introduces students to the complex world of information management using modern technological methods and techniques. It combines a wide range of courses that are interdisciplinary, critical, deeply thought-provoking, and unleashes the creativity of students.

Entry Requirements:

Post-Senior Secondary School Candidates

The entry requirements are the same as for the School of Physical Sciences.

However, In the case of INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: (i) Candidates must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Core Science. (ii) In addition to the above, candidates must have obtained aggregate 10 or better in Elective Mathematics and any other two (2) elective subjects with grades not lower than D.

Goal / Aim / Objectives:

To train students in information management using modern technology, instilling in them the capacity to apply it to solving problems and improving the activities of organizations and institutions.
To prepare students for advanced studies in Information Technology and/or it’s a related field.
To produce experts in IT who will be charged with the responsibility for selecting hardware and software products appropriate for an organization, and integrating those products with organizational needs and infrastructure.

Career Opportunities:

In our rapidly changing world today, requisite (albeit real-time) information is key in critical decision-making in all sectors of society. Our program will prepare students to meet the IT needs of business, government, healthcare, educational institutions, and other kinds of organizations. Graduates of the program can find a jobs as: