Information technology, also known as IT, refers to using computers, storage, networking, processes and infrastructure in order to create, process and store electronic data and information. An IT professional could also be responsible for data security and troubleshooting any computer or electronic device issues for team members.
Graduates of a degree in information technology have a variety of career paths available to them. These include data analyst, IT trainer, project manager, or database administrator, among other options.
Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical computer lab sessions. Depending on your course, you may also be able to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:
With over 1.1 million international students choosing the USA as their higher education destination each year, the country is one of the most popular study abroad destinations in the world. There are consistently many USA based universities and colleges ranked within the top 100 in the QS World University rankings, and it is not uncommon for the top 10 rankings to be dominated by American universities as well. As one of the biggest countries in the world, you will have many choices when it comes to deciding where you want to study abroad.
Associate in Information Technology and Networking - Information Systems and Programming Associate Degree
DeVry University United States
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Information Technology: Network Administration BT
Alfred State SUNY College of Technology United States
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Bachelor of Science Information Technology (BSIT) BS
Westcliff University United States
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Articulated Information Technology (University of South Florida) Other UG Award
Valencia College United States
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Management Information Systems BSc
Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) United States
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