The aim of the IT program is to equip students with a strong foundation in IT-related fields. The program focuses on satisfying the needs of users within an organizational and societal context through the selection, creation, application, integration, and administration of computing technologies. In keeping with the vision of Eastern Mediterranean University and the School of Computing and Technology, the Information Technology program aims to be recognized as one of the leading IT education, development, and consultation centers that make use of all current IT technologies, innovative approaches for teaching, learning, and IT solution development.
General Information
The courses in the first year of the curriculum allow students to acquire infrastructure in English, mathematics, business administration, and programming. In the second and third years, courses that form the basis of information technologies such as computer networks, operating systems, internet programming, database, system analysis, and design, and software engineering are given. In the fourth and last year, students are given many elective courses to help them develop and specialize in the areas of their interest. In addition, graduation projects are developed with selected subjects from business life to enable students to adapt to the market more easily.
Accreditations
The Information Technology program has the ASIIN accreditation and Euro-Inf quality label.
ASIIN (Accreditation Agency Specialized in Accrediting Degree Programs in Engineering, Informatics, the Natural Sciences and Mathematics) is one of the most important quality assurance institutions for technical and scientific study programs. Euro-Inf Quality Label is assigned to degree programs that comply with the Euro-Inf Framework Standards and Accreditation Criteria.
Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of the IT program areas listed below.
Graduates
are prepared for careers and/or graduate education (second cycle) in the IT field as it applies to software analysis and design, system development, web and multimedia applications, computer architecture, and computer networks.
have a high-quality education in state of the art in programming, system analysis, and design, database development and administration, web and multimedia based design and development, and computer architecture, which incorporate open-ended design experiences and the use of hardware and software tools.
develop skills for effective verbal and written communication, and for participating effectively in the planning and execution of team-based projects, and to foster professional attitudes and awareness of the benefits of life-long learning.
have a learning environment that is based on open interaction with experienced staff and a curriculum that follows the latest developments in the IT field with strong analytical and critical thinking skills as well as practical knowledge compatible with business requirements.
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes of the IT program areas listed below.
Graduates
Apply problem-solving skills, core IT concepts, efficient practices, and standards to Information Technologies;
Identify and evaluate organizational requirements with current and emerging technologies;
Select, design, integrate and administer IT-based solutions within an organizational environment;
Use strong analytical and critical thinking skills as well as practical knowledge within the field of IT;
Be equipped with the theoretical background to pursue graduate-level (second cycle) studies;
Communicate effectively, both in writing and in speaking;
Demonstrate the ability to participate effectively in the planning and execution of team-based projects;
Describe the impact of IT solutions in a global, societal, and ethical context;
Describe the need for continuous learning;
Follow the latest developments within the field of IT;
Use practical skills that are compatible with the business requirements;
Be broadly educated.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program are excellent candidates for employment in IT or other relevant fields both in public and private sectors at various levels. Graduates may also pursue further studies at MS/MBA and Ph.D. levels in IT, business, education, or communication-related fields as they have the required background/foundation.
Some of the popular IT positions for which the graduates qualify are as follows:
Web Designer / Programmer / Administrator
Database Designer / Administrator
Software Engineer
Systems Architect
Systems Analyst / Designer
Programmer
Systems Tester
Project Leader / Manager
Network Engineer/Administrator
Information Technology Teacher
Details
Scholarship: 50%
Duration: 4 Years
Deadline: 1st March 2022
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