BS in Information Technology in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BS IT) is a four-year degree program that equips students with the basic ability to conceptualize, design and implement software applications. It prepares students to be IT professionals who are able to perform installation, operation, development, maintenance, and administration of computer applications. The goal of the program is to produce information technologists who can assist individuals and organizations in solving problems using information technology techniques and processes.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who wish to pursue a degree in BS in Information Technology are encouraged to take the Information and Communication Technology strand. The strand equips students with basic topics on illustration, web design, animation, technical drafting, and computer programming.

Subjects and Curriculum

Introduction to Computing
Fundamentals of Programming
Intermediate Programming
Data Structures and Algorithms
Information Management
Applications Development and Emerging Technologies

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

The student must be a high school graduate.

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
Most recent medical and dental health record
Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
Certificate of Good moral character
Copy of honorable dismissal
Copy of high school diploma
(1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of BS in Information Technology are expected to be able to:

Analyze complex problems and create an appropriate solution
Design and develop computing solutions
Utilize modern computing tools and skills
Apply information technology concepts and practices
Integrate information technology-based solutions

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in IT firms and corporations, any government or private institutions. Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

Board Exam

The BS in Information Technology does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Information Technology may pursue a career path in IT firms and corporations, any government or private institutions. They may apply as an applications developer, database administrator, technical support specialist, test engineer, web administrator, web developer, network administrator, information technology, information security administrator, network engineer, and systems analyst.

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Reviews of BS in Information Technology graduates:

B. E.

◈ Studied BS in Information Technology
◈ At University of Southern Mindanao - Kidapawan Campus
◈ Graduated 2010

Why did I choose Information Technology: I chose to study in this particular course because it enhances my ability and capability to make use of my talent in the field of technology. By the use of this course I do learned how to write, design and maintain computer programs.

About my college education: It was really difficult in terms of rewriting codes to accommodate necessary computer changes. It was enjoyable when doing and checking some computer errors. It was boring when the teacher is out and no more task to do. It was interesting when we determine some appropriate solutions to fix the computer's problem.
It requires perseverance and determination to achieve the goal in the end.

My current job: I do have my personal business right now together with my family, it is more like computer shop and I am working in the government to assist the update of computers.

Am I using what I learned in college: Yes, all of those learning's my professors taught me, sink in, in my mind which I used in my current job.

How long did it take to find a job: It only took one month because before I graduated I work on the government as On-Job Training (OJT).

Do I recommend studying Information Technology: In terms of Employment opportunity is very great because technologies are very useful and helpful nowadays.

Salary level are very high for making use of technologies are spreading in the whole world.

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: I may advice to people who are considering to study BS in Information Technology that to sustain open-minded attitude to accept failure. The goal is to reach the branches of circumstances.

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