BSc in Information Technology

The Department of Informatics and Telematics offers an undergraduate study program (BSc) in Information Technology, designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving landscape of information technology. The program covers both fundamental and emerging areas such as web technologies, data science, artificial intelligence, cloud and edge computing, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the development of intelligent digital applications.

Scope of the Program

Information Technology study programs began to emerge during the 1990s. Information Technology (IT) addresses the need for professionals capable of developing, acquiring, maintaining, and supporting the increasingly complex technological requirements of modern organizations. IT is defined as “the study of systematic approaches for selecting, developing, applying, integrating, and managing secure computing technologies so that users can achieve personal, organizational, and societal goals.” In IT, the primary emphasis is placed on technology in direct relation to user needs.

The Department’s undergraduate study program (BSc) in Information Technology has been designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the continuously evolving field of IT. The program covers fundamental and modern areas such as internet technologies and services, data science, artificial intelligence, cloud and edge computing, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as the development of intelligent digital and communication applications. IT constitutes the backbone of complex and interconnected systems with transformative applications in smart cities, the digital economy (e-business), public administration (e-government), healthcare (e-health), and many other sectors.

The program fully adopts the ACM curriculum recommendations for computing disciplines and complies with the curriculum guidelines for BSc programs in Information Technology as published in 2017 and 2020. It is a four-year program, fully aligned with the requirements of Greek legislation, European Union guidelines, and U.S. educational standards, combining general education courses with core computer science courses.

Students graduate upon earning 240 ECTS credits, corresponding to 120–124 U.S. credit hours. Full compatibility with ACM guidelines ensures that graduates obtain a degree compatible with two of the world’s major educational systems — the European and the American — making the program especially suitable for international students. In addition, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning courses have been integrated into the curriculum.

The program emphasizes both the theoretical education of students in the core areas of IT and laboratory-based, practical training in corresponding state-of-the-art technologies. Graduates possess the necessary qualifications and skills to effectively meet the increasing demands of modern society and the contemporary digital economy.

Language

English

Tuition Fees

To be announced

Learning Outcomes

The program learning outcomes include problem analysis and the application of computing and mathematical knowledge to develop appropriate solutions, the identification and analysis of user needs for the design and evaluation of computing systems, as well as an understanding of human-computer interaction and user experience.

Students develop skills in effective teamwork, communication with diverse audiences both in written and oral form, as well as project management, role allocation, and professional development skills.

The program combines technical and transferable skills so that graduates are both technically competitive in the IT job market and capable of operating effectively in business environments. It also includes a mandatory thesis project and internship opportunities.

Skills such as project management, professional ethics, teamwork, adaptability, analytical thinking, and communication have been incorporated as mandatory elements of the curriculum.

Key Strengths for Students

The program fully follows ACM guidelines for Information Technology and is fully compatible with both the European and American educational systems, making it particularly attractive to international students.

The program has a strong orientation toward labor market needs and encourages students to obtain professional certifications in areas such as cloud computing, information systems security, networking, database management, project management, and information systems auditing.

Career Prospects for Graduates

Graduates of the program possess the necessary qualifications to work in the international Information Technology market. Career opportunities exist both in Greece and across Europe and worldwide. Degrees related to information technology are in high demand and are expected to remain highly sought after in the coming years.

Skills with particularly high demand include cloud computing, cybersecurity, application development, DevOps and MLOps practices, data analytics and artificial intelligence, as well as technology management and evaluation.

According to the European e-Competence Framework (e-CF), graduates of the program possess the necessary competencies to support the core ICT business processes: planning, development, operation, support, and management of computing and information systems.