Launch your career in the fast-paced world of information technology with the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) at Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver. This cutting-edge, interdisciplinary IT degree program blends hands-on technical training with critical business skills, preparing students for high-demand roles such as IT analyst, systems administrator, cybersecurity specialist, and software developer.

Located in downtown Vancouver, one of Canada’s leading technology and innovation hubs, FDU Vancouver provides access to industry networks, internships, and real-world projects. BSIT graduates are not only equipped to thrive in today’s digital economy but are also eligible for Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP), enabling international students to gain valuable work experience after graduation.

Program Overview 

  • Total Credits: 122 credits 
  • Program Duration: 4 years (average full-time completion) 
  • Delivery Mode: In-person (Vancouver) 
  • Program Intakes: January, May and September 
  • Post-Graduation Work Permit Eligible (see details) 

Program Highlights 

  • Dual Credential Option: Earn a major in Information Technology and a minor in Business Administration, providing a competitive edge in the job market.  
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Courses span computer hardware, software programming, web design, database design, networking analysis, digital design, and cybersecurity.  
  • Industry Certifications: Courses include content aligned with CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications, enhancing employability.  
  • Accelerated Educational Advancement: FDU Vancouver’s BSIT students have the opportunity to transition into the Master of Science in Applied Computer Science program by substituting three undergraduate courses with graduate-level equivalents (two core and one elective*), allowing students to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in less than six years. 
  • Career Services Support: FDU’s Career Services offers workshops, job fairs, and personalized advising to assist students in career planning and job placement. 

Career Outcomes

The program’s blend of technical expertise and business knowledge equips students to excel in diverse environments, from startups to multinational corporations. Graduates of the BSIT program are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the technology sector, including: 

  • IT Support Specialist 
  • Network Administrator 
  • Cybersecurity Analyst 
  • Database Administrator 
  • Web Developer 
  • Systems Analyst 
  • IT Project Manager 

Degree Plan  

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree plan for 122 credits provides a recommended sequence of courses designed to ensure a logical progression through required course prerequisites. While these course sequences offer a structured path to program completion, students should note that the actual order of courses may vary depending on their start term, schedule and completion of pre-requisite courses.

Students have the option to choose a general BSIT degree or add a minor in Business in Administration. 

Year 1, Term 1

General or with Minor in Business Administration 

Year 1, Term 2 

General

  • WRIT 1002 Comp I: Rhetoric and Inquiry 
  • WRIT 1003 Comp II: Research and Argument 
  • CGD 1177 Introduction to Digital Media 
  • MATH 2255 Discrete Structures 
  • EGTG 2201 Applied Calculus 
  • General Science Lec (3 credits) 
  • General Science Lab (1 credit) 

Minor in Business Administration 

Year 2, Term 1 

General 

  • UNIV 2001 Cross Cultural Perspectives 
  • INFO 2101 Computer Programming I for IT 
  • INFO 2105 Internet & Web Applications 
  • ENGR 2286 Digital System Design 
  • General Course (3 credit) 

Minor in Business Administration 

Year 2, Term 2 

General or with Minor in Business Administration 

Year 3, Term 1 

General 

  • INFO 3205 Digital Media Publishing 
  • CSCI 3268 Database Systems* 
  • CSCI 2234 Data Structures and Algorithms 
  • General Course (3 credits) 
  • General Course (3 credits) 

Minor in Business Administration 

Year 3, Term 2 

General 

  • INFO 3201 Human Computer Interface 
  • CSCI 3274 Linux System Administration 
  • ENGR 4210 Management & Engineering Economics  
  • General Course (3 credits) 
  • General Course (3 credits) 

Minor in Business Administration 

Year 4, Term 1 

General

  • INFO 4101 Data Communication & Computer Networks I 
  • INFO 4201 Info Tech Needs & Assessment Management 
  • INFO 4844 Programming for the Internet* 
  • ENGR 3000 Modern Tech: Principle, Application & Impact 
  • General Course (3 credits) 

Minor in Business Administration 

  • INFO 4101 Data Communication & Computer Networks I 
  • INFO 4201 Info Tech Needs & Assessment Management 
  • INFO 4844 Programming for the Internet* 
  • ENGR 3000 Modern Tech: Principle, Application & Impact 
  • LAW 2276 Business and the Law 

Year 4, Term 2 

General or with Minor in Business Administration