Information Technology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 68
- Levels
- 7
- Courses
- 31
- Degree
- diploma
The Information Technology study plan at Northern Border University is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 4 years (7 academic levels), requiring 68 credit hours across 31 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2200101 | English 1 | 3 |
| 2200105 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| 2200107 | University Life Skills | 3 |
| 2200109 | Basics Statistics | 2 |
| 2208122 | Fundamentals of Information Technology | 3 |
| 2208131 | Fundamentals of Computer Networks | 3 |
Level 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2200102 | English 2 | 3 |
| 2208151 | Fundamentals of Computer Programming | 3 |
| 2208141 | Introduction to Database | 3 |
| 2208111 | Operating Systems | 2 |
| 2208252 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
Summer Semester 1 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2208171 | Practical Training (1) | 3 |
Level 3 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2200201 | English for Specific Purposes | 2 |
| 2208223 | Customer Service and Technical Support | 3 |
| 2208261 | Web Programming | 3 |
| 2208253 | System Analysis and Design | 3 |
| 2208254 | Decision Support Systems | 3 |
| Elective Course Specialization 1 Elective | 3 |
Level 4 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2208224 | IT Project Management | 2 |
| 2208233 | Information Security | 3 |
| 2208225 | Computer Maintenance | 3 |
| 2208226 | Work Ethics | 2 |
| Elective Course Specialization 2 Elective | 3 | |
| 2208273 | Graduation Project | 1 |
Summer Semester 2 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2208272 | Practical Training (2) | 3 |
Program Elective Courses 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2208242 | Data Warehouse Elective | 3 |
| 2208234 | Advanced Computer Networking Elective | 3 |
| 2208262 | Advanced Web Programming Elective | 3 |
| 2208212 | Servers Administration Elective | 3 |
| 2208235 | Internet of Things Elective | 3 |
| 2208255 | Smart Phone Applications Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Information Technology
How many credit hours is Information Technology at Northern Border University?
Information Technology at Northern Border University requires completing 68 credit hours to graduate, spread across 31 courses.
How many years is Information Technology at Northern Border University?
The study plan for Information Technology spans about 4 years (7 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Information Technology award?
Information Technology at Northern Border University awards a Diploma degree after completing 68 credit hours.
Is Information Technology offered at other universities?
Yes, Information Technology is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.