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Information Technology - Networking and Information Technology Security

Program details

Faculty
Business and Information Technology

Degree
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

Experiential learning
Capstone
Internship

Delivery method
In-class
Hybrid online/in-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DIT

Overview

professor with map and students watching map on screen Evaluate and exploit enterprise networks in our leading-edge labs and pursue various levels of industry certification programs including Cisco, CompTIA, and ISC2.

We graduate some of Canada’s top experts in networking and information technology (IT) security. In this program, you will use leading‑edge equipment and laboratories to apply core concepts in fundamental and advanced networking, enterprise‑level network engineering, cloud computing, programming, scripting, databases, cryptography, policies, malware analysis, forensics and many additional technical topics.

The coursework prepares you to manage the continuing changes and challenges of the IT profession and to pursue various levels of industry certification programs including Cisco, CompTIA and (ISC)².


Between Year 3 and 4, I completed a 16-month paid internship at IBM as a Network Support Specialist. IBM's internship program is truly outstanding—from the day-to-day job, to building and creating new relationships with other interns. I felt career-ready by gaining real-world experiences with cutting-edge technologies. The most rewarding part was being offered a contract extension for another eight months, which I happily accepted.

Kevin Yardy Bachelor of IT (Honours) in Networking and Information Technology Security, Class of 2021 Consultant, Quick Intelligence


Admissions

Admissions


Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits, including English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent, and one of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent or Computer Science (ICS4U) with a minimum average of 70 per cent.

Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.


Last year's cut-off70 per cent
Expected cut-offmid-70s

Program details

Faculty
Business and Information Technology

Degree
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

Experiential learning
Capstone
Internship

Delivery method
In-class
Hybrid online/in-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DIT

Contact information

Career opportunities

  • Database Security Manager
  • Data Centre Specialist
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Network Security Engineer
  • System/Network Manager
  • Web Application Manager

Experiential learning

Internships

This program offers students who have successfully completed two years of study, including having achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA (B average on a 4.3 scale), an opportunity to engage in a contracted learning partnership with businesses locally and globally. Faculty members may provide links to various internship placement opportunities or a student may secure an employer who meets the criteria as prescribed by the Faculty of Business and Information Technology.

The internship program not only gives students an opportunity to apply classroom concepts to the challenges of organizational life, but also helps them to gain valuable and relevant work experience to promote networking and lifelong career success. Participating employers are given the opportunity to bring the motivated learners, thinkers and doers of tomorrow into their workplaces, as well as provide valuable mentoring to students.

Capstone Study Project

As a member of a student team, you will study an actual organization, complete a comprehensive analysis and evaluation, and develop appropriate recommendations for improved performance by addressing a particular problem or group of problems. The Capstone Study Project will provide you with opportunities to develop a thorough understanding of the technology, environment, markets and operations of a real organization by applying the theory and knowledge you have learned.


Did you know?

of Business and IT students participate in experiential learning
companies provide paid internships and Capstone opportunities
Women for STEM scholarships available for eligible female students in STEM-focused degrees
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