The BAU Information Technologies Bachelor's Program prepares students for entry-level career opportunities in various IT fields such as technical support, network infrastructure, and administrative services. The biggest advantage of this program is that it enables students to acquire the essential knowledge required for these areas and offers the opportunity to choose elective courses that allow them to focus on a specific IT field in line with their career interests.
A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology is obtained by completing the program's 120 credit hours of course requirements. Of these credit hours, 63 are core courses, 42 are general education courses, and 18 are elective courses. Students must meet both the core course requirements and the general education requirements.
In addition, students are required to meet the following criteria:
Students enrolled in the undergraduate program must maintain at least a 2.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) on a 4.00 scale in order to be eligible for a BA degree, remain in good standing, and graduate.
The Maximum Duration Framework (MTF) established for the completion of the BA program is 180 credit hours.
An undergraduate student may transfer up to 60 credit hours earned at accredited institutions.
Students cannot receive degree credit for a grade that is considered failing (a grade below D or below 1.00 on a 4.00 scale).
Demonstrating proficiency in various aspects of information technology skills, including computer programming languages, computer network infrastructure, database management systems, cybersecurity principles, and software development.
Being able to design and implement technology solutions by examining the technological problems and needs of businesses, using computer and mathematics knowledge through theoretical and practical applications.
Implementing IT solutions, including independent, web-based, and mobile applications, by integrating basic digital components and infrastructures.
Professionally presenting the information and data literacy needs by effectively communicating verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Assessing technical knowledge and skills related to various globally recognized professional technology certifications in the industry, such as Certified Professional in Python Programming, CompTIA – IT Fundamentals (ITF+), and ISACA – Data Science Fundamentals.
Understanding the role of responsible citizenship in the legitimate use of technology and digital data.
