Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Programme Overview:

The purpose of this programme is to develop Information Technology Professionals that are capable of identifying opportunities for the design of software and IT solutions to improve industry and society. This is accomplished by applying their system evaluation, consultancy, project management, programming and data and process modelling skills. In this programme students are exposed to IT environments for Health Informatics, Manufacturing or Marine Engineering.

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Department:

Department of Applied Technologies

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

–

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 50%.

Career opportunities:

IT Professionals are high in demand locally and internationally. This qualification equips BIT graduates with the skills to design and develop new IT solutions ranging from web and mobile applications to cloud computing in various contexts from manufacturing to healthcare, and to support and improve existing IT systems. A BIT graduate is laying the foundation for such roles as Solution Architect, Information Technology Consultant, Systems Analyst and Chief Information Officer.

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