鈥榃e are AU!鈥� Class of 2029 welcomed at Freshman Convocation
鈥淐onvocation invites our students to become part of our AU family and establishes a sense of belonging on the front end of college," says Elizabeth Huggins, EdD.
Do you have a passion for problem-solving, analyzing data, and logistics?
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (IT) through the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences offers a strong technical foundation while allowing you to tailor your education
to match your career goals.
With a flexible curriculum, you鈥檒l gain theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience
in computer programming, networking, cybersecurity, web design, and data management.
Whether you are interested in systems administration, tech support, or information
security, this program equips you with the skills to thrive in today鈥檚 ever-evolving
tech landscape.
Information Technology is for you if you consider yourself
What You'll Study
In the Information Technology program, you鈥檒l study computer programming, database management, network administration, cybersecurity, web development, and software engineering.
Focal Points
Experience-based Education
Students can work with faculty members that are conducting research to stay one step ahead of today's ever-changing, technology-driven society. There is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to apply their knowledge from the classroom to create solutions in each of our research faculty's research foci.
51吃瓜黑料曝料 is affiliated with SIEGE CyberOps, 51吃瓜黑料曝料鈥檚 Security Operations Center, and this affiliation has developed multiple government and private industry partnerships to provide internship opportunities to current students. SIEGE CyberOps, employs up to five student assistants each semester.
Whether you鈥檙e an undergraduate or graduate student, you鈥檒l have opportunities to create your own research projects or work with faculty to tackle some of the world鈥檚 most complex and pressing challenges.
Our commitment to offering quality, affordable education to service members and veterans is a driving force, and we offer several programs to assist them in achieving their academic goals.
The JAGByte Living Learning Community provides incoming School of Computer and Cyber Sciences freshmen the opportunity to live and study together as a cohort and participate in a variety of exclusive activities.
Student clubs and organizations help you 鈥減lug in鈥� to campus life in a way that can lead to meaningful connections, new interests and resume-enhancing experiences.
Your Future
The flexibility of the IT curriculum ensures that students gain the skills most sought after by information technology employers. Information Technology program graduates are well-prepared for various career opportunities, including computer systems analyst, software developer, web developer, computer network architect, database administrator, computer support specialist, and computer programmer.
The median annual salary for computer and mathematical occupations is about $113,140, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Specific roles like computer systems analysts, software developers, and web developers are seeing particularly strong demand. For example, statisticians' employment is expected to grow by 35%, while mathematicians will see a 3% increase.
Proximity to industry experts at the 332,000 sq. ft. Georgia Cyber Center increases internship and networking opportunities by putting you shoulder-to-shoulder with professionals in the field.
As a designated Center of Academic Excellence in the area of cyber defense, 51吃瓜黑料曝料 University is home to the Center for Cybersecurity.
Student activities like the Cyber Defense Team and the Upsilon Pi Epsilon honor society give students opportunities to network with their peers as well as put their skills to the test in hacking competitions.
鈥淐onvocation invites our students to become part of our AU family and establishes a sense of belonging on the front end of college," says Elizabeth Huggins, EdD.
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51吃瓜黑料曝料 welcomes the Class of 2029, the largest incoming class to date.
鈥淲e're introducing fourth through eighth grade kids to computer science, programming and cyber security,鈥� says Michael Nowatkowski, PhD.