About Information Systems - Bachelor's (bs, BBA) in University of Texas At Arlington

Information Systems focuses on the use of computers and information technology to address business needs. The focus is how technology works within a business organization and what type of technology should be used to solve a business problem. Students gain skills to help an organization address their strategic information needs from both technical and business perspectives.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The AACSB-accredited 120-credit-hour degree programs include 18 to 21 hours of information systems courses built around the core business curriculum. The course work is designed to provide the right mix of technology and business skills. Information systems undergraduate courses include:

• Python Programming
• Computer Networks and Distributed Computing
• Database Management
• Introduction to Cybersecurity
• Advanced Application Development
• Advanced Systems Development
• Cloud Computing
• Enterprise Systems Management

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

As businesses rely more and more on computers and information technologies to run their operations, the demand for information systems professionals continues to rise and companies worldwide are aggressively recruiting graduates. Some career paths are:

• Computer Forensic Analyst
• Computer Network Architect
• Cyber Security Specialist
• Database Administrator
• Network Administration
• Network Engineer
• Software Developer
• System Administrator

Academic qualification equivalents 

Please be advised that UTA is test score optional for admission through summer 2023. If you apply for admission without these test scores your application will be evaluated based on high school records such as GPA, class rank, courses taken and other relevant criteria. However, test scores can help in determining admissions decisions and scholarship opportunities.

NON-TRADITIONAL SECONDARY EDUCATION (NON-RANKING HIGH SCHOOLS, HOMESCHOOL & GED)

In accordance with Texas Senate Bill 1543, if you present evidence of the completion of a nontraditional secondary education without an official class rank, UTA will assign a class rank for you. This assigned class rank will be comparable to the average class rank of other applicants with equivalent SAT or ACT scores. Once the rank has been assigned, students must meet requirements above.  UTA requires official transcript or proof of GED to show completion of a non traditional secondary degree.

English language requirements

Submit official TOEFL test scores if you are from a non-native English speaking country. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 for the paper based test, and 79 on the internet based test. For IELTS we require a minimum score of 6.5. UTA also accepts Duolingo with a required minimum score of 105.

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