Bachelor of Science Information Technology Honours (BSITZ) Degree

The programme is intended to produce a graduate who is able to select, create, apply, integrate and administer computing technologies to meet the needs of users within a societal and organisational context. As such, on completion of this program, graduates are expected or will be able to:

1.1.1 Use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex information and communication technology systems.

1.1.2 Apply their skills and knowledge effectively as a project leader.

1.1.3 Communicate effectively with other Information Technology professionals and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies.

1.1.4 Develop computer-based solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied.

1.1.5 Engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of information technology.

The minimum duration for the degree programme shall be four years (eight semesters) and the maximum shall be eight years (sixteen semesters). The minimum-maximum periods allowable permit some degree of flexibility in terms of course workload of the student per semester as well as student progress through the programme in keeping with Open and Distance Learning systems.

For all entry pathways candidates must have at least five Ordinary Level subjects/ National Foundation Certificates including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better.

Normal Entry:
For admission to the programme, applicants must have 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English, Mathematics and a Physical Science subject. A level passes in Science subjects is an added advantage.
Candidates with equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case basis and in line with the University’s General Academic Regulations.

Mature Entry:
Should be at least 23 years old AND should have at least 2 years relevant industrial experience.

Special Entry:
Candidates may be admitted on special entry in accordance with the University’s General Academic Regulations.

Accreditation Prior Learning:
A minimum of 4 ‘O’ Level passes including English, plus certificate in IT should be admitted in part 1 OR Attained a qualification at Level 5 of the Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF), awarded from a recognized university, college or institute. Such applicants will be admitted into part 2 of the study programme OR Attained a qualification at Level 6 of the Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF), awarded from a recognized university, college or institute. Such applicants will be admitted into part 3 of the study programme.

6.1. The programme will be conducted using the problem-based approach within the framework of open and distance learning.

6.2. The teaching/learning system will use modules, peer groups, e-learning platform weekend tutorials and other approaches.