Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering)

Programme overview:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) next start date Next start date: 15 May 2023
26 July 2023
10 October 2023
21 February 2024
Next Orientation Date: 8 May 2023
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) study mode Study Mode:
Full Time (Lecture Led - Online and on Campus)
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) study mode Campuses:
Bedfordview
Bloemfontein
Cape Town - Claremont
Cape Town - Tyger Valley
Durban
East London
Midrand
Mbombela (Nelspruit)
Nelson Mandela Bay
Potchefstroom
Pretoria
Vanderbijlpark
Remote and distant students join a campus where the programme is offered
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) duration Duration:
Minimum: 3 years
Maximum: 5 years
Full-time
Online Programme Management (Part-time)
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) support Support: Fully supported
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Enrol 2023

Part-Time Study

Pre-Enrol 2024

International Students

Programme details:

NQF Level 7 | Technology | Degree

The multidisciplinary nature of this degree prepares you for work in many areas in the Information Technology industry.

You will develop a broad theoretical foundation in various core areas of information technology such as information systems, computer science, software development, database design and project management. You will also develop practical skills with an emphasis on managing operating systems, designing software, analysing systems, building network applications and programming. Over and above this, you will cover topics such as human-computer interaction, internet server management, e-commerce and social practices and security.

You will also develop essential skills for the world of work, such as analytical and abstract thinking, effective decision-making, self-discipline, being innovative, adapting to change, working in teams and communicating effectively.

More information:

Entry requirements
• National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor degree entry or an equivalent international school-leaving certificate on an NSC level with Bachelor degree entry approved by Universities South Africa (USAF).
• 50% or above for Grade 12 Mathematics. Students with Mathematics Literacy (50% or more) must enrol for Introduction to Mathematics and Mathematics for Degree Studies B (IT) before attempting Mathematics 1A. Students with Pure Mathematics (less than 50%) where the minimum mark required is 30% must enrol for Mathematics for Degree Studies B (IT) before attempting Mathematics 1A.
Or
• Alternatively, a prospective student should have successfully completed a relevant Higher Certificate qualification. On successful completion of the higher certificate, students are required to apply to Universities South Africa (USAF) for a certificate of exemption in order to be admitted to a degree programme
Pricing
Price:
From R63 600 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.
Programme accreditation
• The programme is accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE)
• This programme is recorded by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
• This programme is accredited by the Information Technology Association (ITA)
Possible career options
Career choices for you as a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Software Engineering) graduate are varied, and employment opportunities exist in both IT and in business:

• Database Administration
• Database Management
• IT Management
• Programming
• Software Development
• Project Administration
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Cloud Computing
This qualification is offered at the following campuses


Bedfordview, Bloemfontein, Cape Town - Claremont, Cape Town - Tyger Valley, Durban, East London, Midrand, Mbombela (Nelspruit), Nelson Mandela Bay, Potchefstroom, Pretoria, Vanderbijlpark

Bedfordview, Bloemfontein, Cape Town - Claremont, Durban, Cape Town - Tyger Valley, East London, Mbombela (Nelspruit), Nelson Mandela Bay, Potchefstroom, Pretoria, Vanderbijlpark


International students


International students are welcome to apply for this programme.

For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions


Calling all students from Angola, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Brunei, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Colombia, Cyprus, Democratic Republic of Congo, Dominica, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Qatar, Rwanda, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.


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