Marshall University

Course Details

B.S. in Computer and Information Technology

Course Description

Just what is a major in Computer and Information Technology? A major in Computer and Information Technology provides a solid grounding in the information technology field. CIT is a cutting-edge program rooted and grounded in courses that are highly theoretical while also extremely applied in nature. Students are constantly exposed to the latest technology and trends in class, making them immediately employable upon graduation. A major in Computer and Information Technology provides graduates with the necessary tools and skills to succeed in today’s global, technology-driven world. Majors must choose to specialize in an area of emphasis which allows them to enrich their studies in a focused discipline. These areas of emphasis include: Computer Application Development Web/Mobile Application Development Game/Simulation Development

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

We feel our job placement rate for graduates is well above the university average. Our students are well-educated, very specialized, and in high demand. They have been highly successful in gaining employment in their fields and have been able to choose whether to remain in the area or move. Graduates work in the Tri-State area for employers such as: McMillion Research, Terradon Communications Group, Marshall University, Alcon Laboratories, Rahall Transportation Institute, US Department of Treasury-Federal Bureau of Public Debt, Ashland Inc. Employees Credit Union, West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory, Marshall University CODIS Laboratory, and Vandalia Research Inc.




B.S. in Computer and Information Technology Marshall University