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Courses

Browse courses for your bachelor's in IT

Education should hold practical value. That’s why our information technology degree is built with input from industry leaders. Our courses cover relevant and timely topics such as cybersecurity, evolving cloud infrastructures, programming languages, software tools for project management and more. These courses help prepare you for diverse careers in IT.

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Core Courses

3 Credits

This course introduces the fundamentals of computer systems and the role of information processing in today's business environment. An overview is presented of information systems, systems development, database management, networking, and the Internet.

3 Credits

This course defines the Cyber Domain that encompasses Cybersecurity as the discipline of securing computer information and communications systems, networks, infrastructures and assets, and protecting them against damage, unauthorized use, modification, or exploitation. The Cyber Domain must be managed ethically, politically, and physically in a similar collaborative fashion to the space, maritime, and physical domains of states and nations globally.

3 Credits

This course provides comprehensive Cybersecurity awareness and a fundamental understanding of various computer and network security threats, such as: Identity Theft, Fraud, Online Scams, Viruses and Backdoors, Hacking, Social Engineering Attacks, and more.

3 Credits

This course teaches the basics of an object-oriented scripting language capable of developing web apps, scripts, cross-platform apps, games, and pen-testing exercises.

3 Credits

This course analyzes and compares security administration for traditional physical infrastructures with that of evolving cloud infrastructures.

3 Credits

This course provides a foundation in basic telecommunications and networking technologies fundamental to the industry and to the broad field of telecommunications. Analog, digital, and cloud-based technologies are covered. Also covered in this course are an introduction to the OSI protocol model, network-switching systems, basics of wireless communications, and network security.

3 Credits

This course provides a foundational workshop on data structures, which is a functional component of business intelligence (BI) within an organization. Building upon basic programming and database structure, this course builds competencies for the student to recognize the structure of data contained in deployed enterprise information systems.

3 Credits

This course introduces the fundamental, logical, and design considerations addressed during system and application software development. It provides a solid background in information systems analysis and design techniques through a combination of theory and application. The Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) will be fundamental to the course.

3 Credits

This course introduces the fundamental, logical, and design considerations addressed during system and application software development. It provides a background in applications software development and testing techniques through a combination of theory and application and best practices.

3 Credits

This course provides the foundation for successful project planning, organization, and implementation within the realm of information technology. The course uses real-world examples and identifies common mistakes and pitfalls in project management. Topics covered include project scoping, estimating, budgeting, scheduling and staffing, tracking and controlling, and software tools for project management.

3 Credits

This course will provide the knowledge and skills required to understand foundational and advanced cloud terminologies/methodologies; to implement, maintain, and deliver cloud technologies and infrastructures (e.g., server, network, storage, and virtualization technologies); and to understand aspects of IT security and use of industry best practices related to cloud implementations.

3 Credits

This course focuses on Network Web Services with a specific focus on Amazon Web services (AWS CCP). The courses will help an IT professional gain knowledge and skills necessary to effectively demonstrate an overall understanding of the AWS Cloud, independent of specific technical roles addressed by other AWS Certifications.

3 Credits

This course covers Distributed Database Management System (DDBMS) architectures, data structures, schemas and standards, in addition to centralized and client server systems, server system architectures, parallel systems, and distributed systems.

3 Credits

This course addresses the main standards for data integration, movement or replication and federation. Students will investigate transparency and emulation, cleaning, archiving, and information preservation across systems.

3 Credits

As the capstone course for a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT), students will complete a multi-faceted academic project/paper that demonstrates mastery and assesses the level of competency for the stated outcomes of the BSIT program. Additionally, students will complete the development of their career portfolios to illustrate skills gained throughout the course of this program.

General Education Courses

3 Credits

This course transitions students through the foundations of study at University of Phoenix. Students develop personal strategies for achieving educational goals and develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.

3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the key components of comprehensive wellness. Based on a preventive model, the course will allow learners to explore choices that promote wellness with goals of living longer and better.

3 Credits

The course introduces theories and concepts in psychology that will foster academic success and provide students with opportunities to synthesize and apply that knowledge.

3 Credits

This course develops the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that are essential for academic and life success.

3 Credits

Students learn how to think critically, focusing on developing the necessary tools and skills to analyze problems, make decisions, and formulate well-supported points of view on key academic, social, and professional issues.

3 Credits

This course extends practice in critical reading, writing, and thinking. Emphasis is given to developing an effective writing process that takes into account audience and rhetorical purpose.

3 Credits

This course introduces students to thinking about and working with numbers by examining the day-to-day and societal importance of money.

3 Credits

This course provides an overview of Business Information Systems. Students learn to apply Microsoft® Office tools including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software to accomplish business objectives. Other topics include uses of application software and the Internet for effective problem solving, exploration of relevant technologies for collaboration, and how information is used and shared to accomplish business goals.

3 Credits

This course provides an applied approach to team building, collaboration, and conflict resolution. Students must understand and apply these concepts within academic and professional settings. Students develop structures, processes, and strategies to create and maintain effective teams. Gender, cultural, and individual considerations in team dynamics are also explored.

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to personal computers (PC) and mobile devices commonly used in business and non-profit industries. Topics include the fundamentals of hardware components, architecture, configuration, upgrade, and repair. This course also provides an introduction to hardware troubleshooting and computer support. This course and CIS/293 are aligned with the requirements of the CompTIA A+ 220-1101 exam.

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to computer networking, network troubleshooting and desktop support. Topics include networking design and implementation. CIS/293 provides hands on practice troubleshooting hardware and desktop support issues aligned with entry-level desktop support. This course, and CIS/291, are aligned with the requirements of the CompTIA A+ 220-1101 exam.

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of personal computer and mobile device operating systems. Topics include software configuration, file and data management, synchronization, and troubleshooting. Cloud concepts and the integration of cloud services in the work environment are introduced. This course and CIS/297 align with the requirements of the CompTIA A+ 220-1102 exam.

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of network security across devices. Topics include operational procedures and best practices for troubleshooting and providing end-user support. This course provides theory and practice troubleshooting operating systems across devices. This course and CIS/295 align with the requirements of the CompTIA A+ 220-1102 exam.

3 Credits

Students apply advanced quantitative reasoning skills to solve real-world problems. This course emphasizes modeling skills, statistical methods, and probability to create, analyze, and communicate solutions.

3 Credits

This applications-driven course prepares students to critically analyze and solve problems using quantitative reasoning. Students approach real-world scenarios using numerous reasoning skills and mathematical literacy to draw conclusions.

Electives

3 Credits

This foundational course covers networking basics. In this course, you will learn about network architecture, including network infrastructure implementation, addressing schemas, routing, unified communications, and cloud computing. Understanding computer networks and network components is essential for any IT professional. This course covers the objectives for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

3 Credits

This course introduces practices in cloud infrastructure and services. Covered are a cloud computing model, layers of cloud computing, and functions of cloud computing. Included are fundamental layers of cloud infrastructure: physical, virtual, control, orchestration, and service. Also included are cross-layer functions of cloud infrastructure: business continuity, security, and service management.

3 Credits

This course introduces practices in data analytics foundational to the industry and the field of data analytics. Covered are theories of analytics, the phases of the analytics lifecycle, analysis and exploration of data, relevant statistics for data modeling, data visualization, and the tools used for data analytics.

3 Credits

This course provides comprehensive information and foundational knowledge about core Cisco technologies, helping you implement and administer Cisco solutions.

3 Credits

Classical ethical models are reviewed in this course and identified in an analysis of usage and product practices on the Internet. A comparison of evolving codes of ethics is developed in order to better prepare a security professional.

3 Credits

This course focuses on the application of information security management principles from an executive management point of view. This course will cover Information Program Security Management, the IS Governance Program, Regulatory and Legal Compliance, and Risk Management.

Online IT degree requirements

You’ll need 120 credits to complete the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree. Your course schedule may vary based on transferable credits or credits earned through the University’s Prior Learning Assessment.

Our engaging and interactive online information technology courses enable you to learn, practice and apply career-relevant skills to real-world scenarios. Experience simulated hands-on labs and test environments to put what you learn into action. Plus, take advantage of a myriad of learning resources.

Here’s where you’ll pick up the bulk of your program-specific knowledge. You’ll learn about the key principles of systems analysis and design, industry best practices for network and cloud infrastructures, and cybersecurity solutions that will help you prepare for job opportunities in the dynamic IT industry.

Here’s where you’ll explore a variety of topics that may interest you. You can use electives to earn a certificate and specialize in advanced software development, advanced cybersecurity, cloud computing, cyber network defense, information assurance and security or scripted and compiled programming languages.

Here’s where you’ll study different disciplines to lay the foundation for your online IT degree. You’ll learn soft skills like decision making, problem solving, troubleshooting and more. These courses emphasize content all students should learn while covering fundamental knowledge that’ll be useful throughout your tech degree.

Schedule

Both the on-campus and online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program feature the same courses, and your academic counselor will help you schedule them.

If you’re located in Phoenix, this information technology degree may be offered as a blended program. This means you’ll start at the Phoenix campus to complete your general education courses, and then transition to online learning for your core program courses.

Our blended option offers you more flexibility in how you attend class for your BSIT program. You can choose to attend class on campus when desired. This gives you the opportunity to connect locally and gain foundational learning skills prior to attending class online for your core coursework.

Specialize your online IT degree

Tailor your bachelor’s program to your career aspirations by adding a certificate – or two – onto your tech degree. Graduating with a certificate can provide you an opportunity to specialize in a specific area to further build out your core information technology acumen. Work with an enrollment advisor to add a certificate to your online IT degree as part of your electives. Your IT certificate options include:

Become well versed in programming, software engineering and software architecture with an Advanced Software Developer Certificate. You’ll develop career-relevant skills to help prepare you for roles such as a software or application developer.

Passionate about preventing data breaches and cyberattacks? If so, our online Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate may be a good value add for your online IT degree. Develop a broad range of cybersecurity knowledge and prepare for IT security roles.

Learn how to build and manage cloud services for businesses with our Certificate in Cloud Computing. You’ll learn about cloud operations, technologies and terminologies, which will help you prepare for network developer and technician jobs.

Be proactive with network security and pair a Cyber and Network Defense Certificate with your bachelor’s in IT degree. You’ll learn how to spot weaknesses before hackers and prepare to take the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam.

Develop career-relevant skills in information assurance, network security, asset protection and risk mitigation with an undergraduate Information Assurance and Security Certificate. You’ll gain interactive, hands-on experience for IT careers.

Create the applications companies need for data analysis, cybersecurity and information technology purposes. Pair our Certificate in Scripted and Compiled Programming Languages with your online IT degree and gain a solid foundation in Python and Java.

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Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years.

Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course.

We’ve worked with the labor market researcher Lightcast to identify in-demand skills for occupations and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.

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Prepare to take industry-aligned certification exams

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology prepares you to sit for industry certification exams for Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC Council). These exams include:

Demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a specific area that’s aligned to current IT industry needs, and potentially earn an industry recognized credential when you graduate or shortly thereafter. These additional credentials may help you enter the field or prepare for next level roles in IT.

Discounts on exam vouchers and prep materials may be available. Learn more about our tech-aligned learning.

Tuition

Paying for school

Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships.

Undergrad cost per course

$1,364 / course

Cost per credit

Credits per course

Resource fee

$398

+ $170

Estimated cost per course

$1,364

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What affects the overall cost of my program?

Your full program cost can vary by:

Savings opportunities. Your cost could be reduced with eligible transfer credits, scholarships, employer discounts and more. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11K and 1 year off their undergraduate degree at University of Phoenix.

With our Tuition Guarantee, you pay one flat, affordable rate from the moment you enroll to the day you graduate from your program.

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Graduate faster with our 3+1 transfer pathway

Transfer up to 3 years (87 credits) of general course requirements from a participating community college hassle free and complete your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree in a little over 1 year at University of Phoenix. Plus, save $144 on every 3-credit course.

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Other ways to save on time and tuition

Because we believe everyone deserves an affordable education, we work hard to help our students achieve one. Here’s a few ways you can save time, save money and avoid starting from scratch.

Transfer credits

Your prior eligible college credits can lower your cost and help you graduate sooner. As a transfer-friendly university, we accept eligible credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions.

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Employer tuition benefits

Are you employed? Check to see if your employer has an alliance agreement with us for education benefits. This can help you save money while gaining skills that could apply to your job.

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Credit for life experience

We look at all your relevant experience, from parenting to past jobs, to help you get the college credits you deserve. For every 3 credits earned, shave 5 weeks off your degree.

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Alumni savings

Are you a Phoenix alum? If so, you’re eligible for special tuition rates and can save up to $2,880 on a bachelor’s degree. You can also save with an alumni scholarship.

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Military savings

If you’re an active-duty service member in the U.S. Armed Forces or an eligible spouse or dependent, you may be eligible for a lower, military tuition rate and can save on tuition.

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National testing providers

Do you have expertise in a specific subject? Earn college credit based on your performance on national, standardized tests to save time and money on tuition.

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Chat with an experienced advisor who can guide you through tuition, financial aid, scholarships, transfer credits and more.

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How to pay for college

Paying for school can be intimidating, but we’re here to help you make sense of it. Our finance advisors can walk you through your options like federal financial aid and savings opportunities to minimize your debt. Plus, we can help you figure out your financial plan.

Careers & Outcomes

What can you do with a bachelor's in IT?

Your online IT degree teaches career-relevant skills that will help you learn what it takes to become a practitioner in your profession. You’ll learn how to apply these skills to real-world scenarios in the workplace, which will help you prepare for diverse employment opportunities in the dynamic and evolving IT industry.

When you earn your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree online, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to:

Apply key principles of systems analysis and design to selected business processes within the organization in order to implement effective information systems.
Design selected network and cloud infrastructures that will comply with key requirements of accepted industry best practices to improve organizational network operation.
Design and develop key database models aligning with business requirements for storage, retrieval and use of data.
Implement cybersecurity solutions that comply with global governance best practices.
Demonstrate an ability to evaluate, design, and implement application programs to meet business processes.

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A BSIT can help prepare you to be an:

Information Technology Director
Information Systems Director
Information Systems Supervisor
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology Manager
Computer Systems Analyst
Information Systems Analyst

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17% growth

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics opens in new window , job growth for computer and information systems managers is projected to be much faster than average between 2023 and 2033.

The BLS Projected Growth for 2023-2033 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.

Information technology industry spotlight

Information technology is a vast sector spanning computers, networks, information systems, databases, cloud technologies, programming languages, data storage, data security and more. Throughout the country, there’s a rapidly growing market for computer and information systems managers.

48,000+

The number of computer and information systems manager openings projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Sep. 2022

$127,180—$207,850^[1]

The 25th to 75th percentile wage range estimate for computer and information systems managers in May 2022.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics | May 2022

[1] The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level or career advancement. BLS data is not geographically based

Admissions

Apply for free – no application fee, no obligation.

Starting your online IT degree is a big decision — and we want you to feel great about it. That’s why we remove obstacles from your application.

No cost to request prior transcripts
No SAT/ACT required
No essay required
We’ll request transcripts at no cost to you, when possible, and we accept eligible credits from over 5,000 accredited institutions.

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How to enroll at the University of Phoenix

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Receive 1-on-1 support

You have a support team of real people you can lean on. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.^[1]Start a conversation with an enrollment representative today.

[1] Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)

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Receive 1-on-1 support

You have a support team of real people you can lean on. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 85% of our surveyed students.^[1]

[1] Transactional Survey, September 2022-August 2023 (23,739 respondents)

Start a conversation with an enrollment representative today.

Call us at 844-937-8679 or chat with us 7 days a week.

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IT Student Experience

Online learning

Our engaging and interactive online courses include simulated labs and test environments to mimic real-world scenarios. You’ll also have access to video content and learning resources.

Join a Student Organization

As a high-performing student pursuing an online IT degree, you may be eligible to join one of the leading international honor societies for technology, Epsilon Pi Tau – Delta Sigma.

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Around-the-clock support and resourcess

You have a support team available up to 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.

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Faculty Spotlight

Learn from professionals working in IT

As a university built for working adults, we believe you should be taught by faculty who practice what they teach. The IT curriculum they teach today is designed to help you make an impact in your day-to-day work tomorrow, bridging the gap between academics and industry knowledge.

Daniel D'Urso, MBA, MS Computer Science

Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology

Edward Spear MIS, MS CIS, MS MGMT, MS HRM, MS Global MGMT, Doctoral Candidate MIS

Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology

Sharon Golett, MS

Associate Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology

Tony Buenger, MS

Associate Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology

Accreditation

Accredited for 45+ years

Since 1978, University of Phoenix has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org opens in new window . Learn more about the value of University of Phoenix accreditation and how it benefits our students.