Information Technology

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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

NEED — Christopher Vinson, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Class of 2017

South University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree provides a strong foundation in software development, database design, network design, information systems security and the use of information technology to address business needs. All businesses rely on information systems and technology to be successful and efficient. This growing field requires specialists who can help organizations keep up with the continually changing digital landscape, and earning an IT degree can prepare you to pursue such a career*.

Students can choose between three IT emphases — Comprehensive, Cybersecurity or Management — focusing on one particular interest or obtaining a broad skillset across disciplines. A broad range of electives is also available with whatever emphasis you choose in the IT degree program. The case studies and hands-on projects are designed to develop the communication skills, critical thinking, and technical competencies to be competitive in today’s technology-dependent workplace.

*South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment, or salary amounts.

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IT Emphases

At South University, our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program can prepare you to pursue in-demand technology careers and industry certifications. Our courses allow you to get extensive hands-on practice through comprehensive virtual labs and are built to develop the communication skills, critical thinking and technical competencies required for today’s workplace. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose between three IT emphases.

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Comprehensive: In this emphasis, you can explore database development and administration, information systems security, multimedia and web development, and network administration and management. Work to develop key IT competencies across the board, so that you can gain the flexibility to pursue a wide range of career opportunities upon graduation.

Cybersecurity: To be competitive in the field of IT, experts need to be able to operate, maintain, protect and defend organizational assets. Designed to prepare you for these essential roles, our Cybersecurity emphasis follows the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF) guidelines and aligns with professional certification best practices. All Cybersecurity courses include virtual lab activities.

Management: IT Management professionals play a vital, strategic role in modern enterprises. This track helps you to develop IT skills essential for planning and implementing reliable IT in organizations. Our technology management focus and business emphasis together also prepare you to exercise a leadership role within the IT department of an organization upon graduation.

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