Overview

Key facts

The Information Technology and Informatics major covers programming logic, database design, and system analysis concepts. Students at Mercer University customize courses to align with interests and career goals through a specialized area of study and learn to:

Create innovative solutions for various processes by leveraging modern technology
Analyze information systems and data processing technology
Design and integrate computer and information systems into organizational operations
Address ethical and social aspects of information systems by applying insights based on human-computer interaction

Develop decision theory and project management skills through project-based coursework

Improve your job prospects with a career in IT and Informatics

With employment for information technology careers projected to grow 13% by 2026, graduates can consider various roles in this in-demand field. Graduates of Mercer’s B.S. in IT and Informatics can work as professionals in a variety of roles such as computer systems analyst, data analyst, information systems analyst, information technology analyst, quality assurance analyst, system architect, and technical consultant.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Logic and Programming
Data Base Design and Data Processing
Management of Computer and Information Systems
Decision Theory
IT Innovation and Informatics
Systems Analysis and Design
Human-Computer Interaction and Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) General Engineering & Technology Software Engineering View 1355 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application: Mercer University offers two ways to apply for admission: The Common Application or the Mercer Application.
Standardized Test Scores: Submit your official SAT score(s) and/or ACT score(s), if your native language or language of instruction is English. Submit an official TOEFL score of at least 80 or an IELTS score of at least 6.5, if your native language or language of instruction is not English.
Official School Transcript(s): Ask your school counselor to send us your official secondary school report(s) or high school transcript(s), translated in English. Upon admission, submit a course-by-course evaluation of transcript(s), including Grade Point Average, translated in English by World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny & Associates.
Letter of Recommendation: We want to hear from one of your high school teachers or counselors about your work ethic, school engagement, academic achievement, and more, translated in English

Tuition Fee

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International

42012 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42012 USD per year during 48 months.
National

42012 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42012 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

42012 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42012 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Macon

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Information Technology and Informatics.

Available Scholarships

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