Graduate Certificate – Information Technology

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is designed for students holding a bachelor’s degree or college diploma outside of the IT field who wish to transition into the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. The curriculum bridges previous educational backgrounds with foundational software and systems training:

• Core Technical Competencies: Hands-on instruction in software development, programming fundamentals, object-oriented analysis and design, web technologies, and database design.

• Business & Strategy Integration: Covers e-business strategy and IT project management to complement existing critical thinking, analytical, and professional communication skills.

• Career Transition Focus: Tailored to equip non-IT graduates with specialized, high-demand technical capabilities needed to enter and succeed in the evolving tech workforce.

• Career Pathways: Prepares graduates for entry-to-mid level roles such as IT analyst, junior software developer, web developer, database administrator, or IT project coordinator.

Academic Background: Undergraduate Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (in a non-IT field).

Minimum GPA: 60.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 79.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants may satisfy language requirements by completing English language courses prior to beginning their academic program. The required duration depends on the student’s initial proficiency level.