About Bachelor Of Science In Internet Of Things in Florida International University
In today’s world, smart devices communicate with each other. Smart phones, smart watches and smart homes are collectively referred to as the Internet of Things (IoT). FIU’s Bachelor of Science in IoT will transform a student into a technological expert who can manage, program, maintain and secure IoT devices in many critical areas such as energy, transportation, health, aviation, infrastructure and hospitality. This program will provide expertise in the following four pillars: hardware, software, wireless communications and cybersecurity & privacy.
FIU also happens to be the first university in the nation to offer a bachelor’s degree in IoT! We are preparing the next generation of highly trained IoT specialists.
Outcomes of receiving a bachelor's degree in Internet of Things (IoT):
- Become an expert in a rapidly growing field. Twenty billion IoT devices and 4.5 million jobs are projected to be available by 2020.
- An ability to design, install, customize, enhance and maintain IoT devices and networks
- An ability to effectively communicate IoT ideas in a professional environment
- Understand how hackers think and be able to present solutions to cyber attacks
- Be employed by top IoT companies such as Amazon and Intel as an IoT Hardware Engineer, IoT Mobile Application Engineer or other career title related to IoT
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a high school degree from an accredited institution
- This is the high school course load required for applying first-year students. Taking courses beyond these minimum requirements can improve your chances of acceptance.
- 4 credits of English
- 4 credits of mathematics (at or above Algebra I or higher)
- 3 credits of natural science (two must have included substantial lab requirements)
- 3 credits of social science (includes anthropology, history, civics, political science, economics, sociology, psychology and/or geography)
- 2 credits the second language
- 2 credits in additional academic electives
English language requirements
Florida International University Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance per semester for overseas prospective students at the University is shown in the table below:
| Item |
Costs |
| Tuition |
$9,015 |
| Fees |
$199 |
| Books and Supplies |
$500 |
| Transportation |
$1,607 |
| Room |
$7,155 |
| Board |
$2,948 |
| Personal |
$1,356 |
| Total term |
$22,780 |
