Information Technology
Work Experience
Double Major
Minor
Discover the world of Information Technology (IT) and become an IT professional able to design, implement, customize and manage technologies in order to better serve users.
Program Information
The York program in Information Technology belongs to a broad, multidisciplinary field that studies how technology can best be integrated and customised to meet the information needs of users, thereby facilitating creativity and productivity in a variety of sectors. It occupies a middle ground between programs offered by computer science departments, on the one hand, and business schools, on the other. Information systems and technology is interested in both existing and evolving technologies: it explores the application of technology to any field, from business to the sciences to the arts and humanities.
Career Options
As you proceed through the IT program you will become increasingly knowledgeable of information management and related fields. This includes not only an understanding of information technology, but also a broad understanding of the impacts of information technology on society, the organization and individuals. With an IT degree from York, you can pursue fulfilling career options in a number of different IT-related occupations.
Careers:
Application Developer | Information Technology Director | Network Architect |
Network Engineer | Senior Network Architect | Software Architect |
Software Engineer | Systems Administrator | Technical Operations Officer |
Technical Support Engineer | Telecommunications Specialist | Web Administrator |