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IT – Information Technology

The aim of the IT program is to equip students with a strong foundation in IT related fields. The
programme focuses on satisfying the needs of users within an organizational and societal context
through the selection, creation, application, integration and administration of computing
technologies. In keeping with the vision of Cyprus American University and the Faculty of Engineering
and Technology, the Information Technology program aims to be recognized as one of the leading IT
education, development, and consultation centers that make use of all current IT technologies,
innovative approaches for teaching, learning, and IT solution development.

General Information
The courses in the first year of the curriculum allow students to acquire infrastructure in English,
mathematics, business administration and programming. In the second and third years, courses that
form the basis of information technologies such as computer networks, operating systems, internet
programming, database, system analysis and design, and software engineering are given. In the
fourth and last year, students are given many elective courses to help them develop and specialize in
the areas of their interest. In addition, graduation projects are developed with selected subjects from
the business life to enable students adapt the market more easily.

Accreditations
Information Technology programme will apply for the ASIIN accreditation and Euro-Inf quality label
after the first group of graduates

Already the IT program acredited by YODAK (Higher Education Accreditation body of Northern
Cyprus)

Information about ASIIN


ASIIN (Accreditation Agency Specialized in Accrediting Degree Programs in Engineering, Informatics,
the Natural Sciences and Mathematics) is one of the most important quality assurance institutions
for technical and scientific study programs. Euro-Inf Quality Label is assigned to degree programmes
that comply with the Euro-Inf Framework Standards and Accreditation Criteria.

ASIIN: Accreditation Agency for Degree Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences
and Mathematics

Accreditation Agency for Degree Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences and
Mathematics

https://www.asiin.de
EQANIE: Euro-Inf Bachelor awarded by EQANIE

Euro-Inf Bachelor Quality Label (Awarded by EQANIE-European Quality Assurance Network for
Informatics Education e.V.)

https://eqanie.eu/quality-label/accredited-programmes/

Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of the IT program are as listed below.

Graduates
are prepared for careers and/or graduate education (second cycle) in the IT field as it applies to
software analysis and design, system development, web and mul-timedia applications, computer
architecture, and computer networks.

have a high quality education in state of the art in programming, system analysis and design,
database development and administration, web and multimedia based design and development, and
computer architecture, which incorporate open-ended design experiences and the use of hardware
and software tools.

develop skills for effective verbal and written communication, and for participat-ing effectively in the
planning and execution of team-based projects, and to foster professional attitudes and awareness
of the benefits of life-long learning.

have a learning environment that is based on open interaction with experienced staff and a
curriculum that follows the latest developments in IT field with strong analytical and critical thinking
skills as well as practical knowledge compatible with business requirements.

Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes of the IT program are as listed below.

Graduates

Apply problem solving skills, core IT concepts, efficient practices and standards to Information
Technologies;

Identify and evaluate organizational requirements with the current and emerging technologies;

Select, design, integrate and administer IT-based solutions within an organization-al environment;

Use strong analytical and critical thinking skills as well as practical knowledge within the field of IT;

Be equipped with the theoretical background to pursue graduate level (second cy-cle) studies;

Communicate effectively, both in writing and in speaking;

Demonstrate the ability to participate effectively in the planning and execution of team-based
projects;

Describe the impact of IT solutions in a global, societal, and ethical context;


Describe the need for continuous learning;

Follow the latest developments within the field of IT;

Use practical skills which is compatible with the business requirements;

Be broadly educated.

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program are excellent candidates for employment in IT or other relevant fields both
in public and private sectors at various levels. Graduates may also pursue further studies at MS/MBA
and PhD levels in IT, business, education or communication related fields as they have the required
background/foundation.

Some of the popular IT positions for which the graduates qualify are as follows:

Web Designer / Programmer / Administrator

Database Designer / Administrator

Software Engineer

Systems Architect

Systems Analyst / Designer

Programmer

Systems Tester

Project Leader / Manager

Network Engineer/Administrator

Information Technology Teacher

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