The principal objective of this program is to provide training relevant to the software technologies required by information and communications technology professionals to design, program, manage, maintain and enhance computer systems, particularly knowledge-based systems.

Web technology graduates are prepared for careers in internet services and in organisations using web browser interfaces. Advanced-level computer science graduates may work as network managers, research and development managers, network consultants and systems engineers. Opportunities exist in systems development, systems analysis, database development, software engineering, information systems management and computer networks management. Entry-level computer science graduates may work as ICT professionals, teachers or apply their skills and knowledge to their own professions.