A Degree for Students Interested in Computing and Technology
The College of Innovation & Technology’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology & Informatics degree is a transformative interdisciplinary program distinct from computer science and management information systems. The BS in Information Technology & Informatics program focuses on a broad base of computer-related skills and experiences including programming, data management, networking, mobile systems, ethics, and security.
Through the program of study, you can unlock many key IT skills in collecting, processing, analyzing, and visualizing digital information. Upon graduation, you are well-prepared to pursue careers such as application developer, business analyst, IT consultant, and network administrator.
Why Choose UM-Flint’s Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology & Informatics?
Experiential Learning Approach
The BS in Information Technology & Informatics program takes an experiential learning approach to produce career-ready graduates. Through team projects and hands-on assignments, you learn to apply computing technologies to solve real-world problems. You also have the opportunity to obtain working experience through internships with our industry partners.
Inspiring Expert Faculty with Profound IT Experience
UM-Flint’s Information Technology & Informatics program is led by world-class faculty who have rich industry experience. Guided by our visionary instructors, you are encouraged to experiment with the possibilities of applying information technology to a broad range of fields.
Program Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology & Informatics offers a robust experiential curriculum. With 16 credits of prerequisite courses and 72 credits of program requirements, the program provides practical projects for you to build various marketable IT and programming skills.
Encouraging interdisciplinary learning, the program also offers a range of electives for you to explore different topics in IT. In addition, you can deepen your knowledge with two hands-on Capstone courses focusing on solving industry-based problems.
Through our transformative courses and technical training, you can establish expertise in designing, creating, and maintaining information systems in the digital world.
Review the detailed Bachelor of Science in Information Technology & Informatics curriculum.
Information Technology Career Opportunities
Information technology is now playing an important role in almost every industry, such as health care, education, and finance. As more organizations invest in building their information technology systems to enhance efficiency, the demand for highly educated IT professionals is on the rise. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of Computer and Information Technology professionals is projected to grow 11% through 2029 with 531,200 new jobs.
With a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology & Informatics, you can pursue ample job opportunities in such fields as cloud computing, network security, and big data, with a national median income of $91,250. Potential jobs include:
- Computer Network Architect
- Computer Programmer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Information Security Analyst
- Software Developer
- Machine Learning Engineer
Admission Requirements
If you are interested in becoming a future-minded IT expert, you may apply to UM-Flint’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology & Informatics program with the following materials:
- A completed online or paper application
- Official transcripts from all previous schools
Learn more about UM-Flint’s complete undergraduate admissions requirements.
Earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology & Informatics at UM-Flint
Apply to the University of Michigan-Flint’s BS in Information Technology and Informatics degree to unlock marketable skills in improving information flow and quality. Have more questions about the program? Submit a request for information form to learn more!
Academic Advising for Information Technology & Informatics Majors
As an Information Technology and Informatics major, you have so many options and opportunities that you need to develop a strong relationship with our academic advisors. They can answer your questions about program requirements, assist you in choosing courses, and help you succeed.
The dedicated academic advisor for the Information Technology and Informatic program is Jeff Dobbs at [email protected] or schedule an appointment.
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