(Hons) Information Technology University of Hertfordshire

Overview

As an (Hons) Information Technology graduate from University of Hertfordshire , you will gain valuable knowledge across all aspects of computer science with a particular focus on addressing the technology needs of individuals and organisations. You will gain an understanding of software development and acquisition as well as operations, support and systems administration. 

Key facts

• This information technology course has a particular emphasis on the application of computer technology to businesses. 

• The modelling and design of systems and data, the design of databases, how to enhance the user experience, and how to ensure software solutions meet clients’ needs are some examples of the topics you will cover. 

• You also have the option to gain Oracle DBA certification. Thanks to the nature of this degree, you’ll develop the broad skills many employers are looking for while keeping your career options open.

Your future career

Typical areas of work for information technology graduates include:

• IT consultants

• software developers

• programmers

• web developers

• business analysts

• database administrators

• project managers

There are careers across many employment sectors, including the IT industry, business, education and government. Recent graduates have become business analysts, web designers, support specialists, IT analysts, database administrators, project managers and IT consultants, or have gone on to postgraduate study. 

Careers are available in virtually all sectors and our graduates have landed jobs at EE, IBM, T-Mobile, John LewisECA International, Lloyds, Imagination Technologies and many other world- class organisations. Many Herts graduates also study progress to study a postgraduate degree at the University of Hertfordshire.