Information Technology: Undergraduate Academic Information

Undergraduate degrees

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and the Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity provide a deep foundation in the math, science, and technology of the field, as well as teaching career essentials such as communication in the workplace and technical writing.

IT core requirements include courses covering programming, computer organization and platform technology, information security, managing IT projects, and systems integration. Electives give students the opportunity to focus on their area of interest and career plans and include options like emerging technology in cybersecurity, applied data analytics, data visualization, and cloud computing, to name a few.

In addition to coursework, students complete a three-credit-hour capstone project.

Learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Cybersecurity in the KU Catalog.

Information technology minors

The minor in Information Technology covers a variety of professional disciplines, including software development, systems administration and analysis, network support, web development, cybersecurity, and computer and information research science. A student completing this minor in IT might design and build data communication networks, write and test code for applications and software programs, provide support to users and organizations, or implement security measures to protect computer networks and systems. 

The minor in Applied Cybersecurity provides students with practical, hands-on training in cybersecurity, the first line of defense in outsmarting hackers, frustrating cybercriminals, and keeping sensitive data safe.

The minor in Applied Data Analytics covers data analytics, operational analytics, big data, and data-management-related career pathways. Applied data analytics involves analyzing data sets to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights that can help solve real-world problems. Professionals in this field use various tools and techniques, including statistical analysis, data visualization, and machine learning algorithms, to turn raw data into valuable information.

To declare one of these minors, a student must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative KU GPA and be degree-seeking.

Learn more about the minor in Information Technology, the minor in Applied Data Analytics, and the minor in Applied Cybersecurity in the KU Catalog.