Course summary

Globally, Information Technology (IT) skills continue to be in high demand from businesses in many sectors and this IT degree is designed to help you meet the needs of these businesses so that you can pursue a rewarding career. The course welcomes students from a variety of academic and occupational backgrounds. It will empower you to fulfil your academic potential and help you gain the industry-specific and interpersonal skills you need to work as an IT professional. Throughout your studies, we will support you as you learn how to design, develop and construct computer-based solutions to real business problems. What you'll study We aim to help you become a well-trained, competent and adaptable computing expert who meets the national and regional requirements for work as an IT professional. The course is designed to help you use IT to meet client objectives for business development, operations and maintenance. Your studies will combine theoretical principles with technical skills. You will learn how Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems are developed, made live and managed. In addition, you will gain a practical understanding of the latest professional and ethical issues in the field. Collaborative learning and projects will give you the chance to develop the communication and teamwork skills that can help you stand out in the IT jobs market. Furthermore, you will take one module dedicated to enterprise skills, which will sharpen your understanding of business strategy and operations. Throughout the course, you will learn using professional technology and gain from the expert knowledge of our teaching staff. They will use their relevant and current experiences to encourage your personal and career growth. There are plenty of opportunities for capable IT specialists, who tend to have a good track record of gaining work and advancing in their careers. You could apply what you learn on this course within areas as diverse as law enforcement, government agencies and commercial IT departments.