Information Technology
Bachelor of Science in Information and Communication Technology
Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators in the Digital World
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NQF Level:
7
Credits:
360
Minimum Duration:
3 Years
Faculty:
Information, Communication & Future Technologies
Department:
Information & Communication Technology
Accreditation Authority:
Council on Higher Education
Fuel Your Future with the BSc in Information and Communication Technology!
The world is powered by technology and so can your career! The Bachelor of Science in Information & Communication Technology (BSc in ICT) at AIFT equips you with advanced skills to lead in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, cloud computing, and big data analytics.
Why Choose This Qualification?
Master industry-relevant fields such as AI, big data, and cybersecurity while exploring the latest technologies shaping the future. Work on real-world projects, gain practical experience in virtual labs, and participate in industry placements.
Admission Requirements.
National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF Level 4 with 45% in Mathematics or 60% in Mathematical Literacy, granting access to degree studies with a Bachelor's Pass.
- NQF Level 5 Higher Certificate in Information Technology, or an equivalent NQF Level 6 Diploma in ICT
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning
- NQF Level 5 Higher Certificate in Information Technology, or an equivalent NQF Level 6 Diploma in ICT
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning
Qualification Structure.
The programme spans three years, offering modules such as:
Year 1: Business Communication, Applications Development, Networking, and Web Technology.
Year 2: Advanced Networking, Database Systems, Software Testing, and Quality Assurance.
Year 3: Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, AI, and Work Integrated Learning.
Year 1: Business Communication, Applications Development, Networking, and Web Technology.
Year 2: Advanced Networking, Database Systems, Software Testing, and Quality Assurance.
Year 3: Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, AI, and Work Integrated Learning.
Learning Outcomes.
Graduates will:
- Solve complex ICT problems using advanced critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Design and manage innovative ICT systems that meet organizational needs.
- Demonstrate leadership and ethical practices in ICT.
- Adapt to emerging technologies, ensuring relevance in the evolving ICT landscape.
- Solve complex ICT problems using advanced critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Design and manage innovative ICT systems that meet organizational needs.
- Demonstrate leadership and ethical practices in ICT.
- Adapt to emerging technologies, ensuring relevance in the evolving ICT landscape.
International Comparability.
This programme is comparable to international standards, such as:
- MIT (USA): Hands-on experiences in AI, data science, and cloud computing.
- Western Sydney University (Australia): Balanced theory and practice with a focus on emerging technologies.
- MIT (USA): Hands-on experiences in AI, data science, and cloud computing.
- Western Sydney University (Australia): Balanced theory and practice with a focus on emerging technologies.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
Study options include:
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Flexible, self-paced study.
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Flexible, self-paced study.
Career Opportunities.
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- AI Software Developer
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- ICT Systems Analyst
- Big Data Analyst
- AI Software Developer
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- ICT Systems Analyst
- Big Data Analyst
Articulation Options.
Pathways include:
- Honours Degrees (NQF Level 8): Specialize in ICT or related fields.
- Postgraduate Diplomas (NQF Level 8): Expand expertise in cybersecurity, AI, or data science.
- Master’s Degrees (NQF Level 9): Leadership roles in ICT.
- Honours Degrees (NQF Level 8): Specialize in ICT or related fields.
- Postgraduate Diplomas (NQF Level 8): Expand expertise in cybersecurity, AI, or data science.
- Master’s Degrees (NQF Level 9): Leadership roles in ICT.
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