Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at University of North Texas teaches students the design of technological systems such as computing systems for the solution of business and research data and communications support needs. Students who graduate from the information technology degree program may pursue careers in IT technology, including IT network administrator, engineer, program manager, and more. Courses include principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, and more. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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University of North Texas

5001 North MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX

The University of North Texas (UNT) is an institute of higher learning that offers 4-year undergraduate degrees as well as graduate degrees.  UNT has been a leader with many of its college programs including the first jazz studies program in the United States.  It also established the first doctoral program in art education and the first comprehensive training and research center for Spanish-language media.

The UNT has been widely recognized for its excellent faculty.  Among its faculty are many well-known researchers and award winners including Fulbright scholars, National Science Foundation CAREER award recipients, as well as many Grammy, Pulitzer and Emmy winners, among others.  Additionally, many UNT students have been named Goldwater Scholars for their achievements in math, science and engineering.

History

The University of North Texas was founded in 1890, and is the oldest university in the region of North Texas.  The first classes of UNT were held at Texas Normal College and Teacher's Training Institute when Denton, Texas was still a developing frontier city.

The UNT had many presidents who instigated many changes and improvements over the years.  In 1999, UNT was designated as an official university system, called the UNT System Center at Dallas or the UNT Dallas Campus, which was opened as an extension of UNT.  In 2001, the UNT System was recognized as one of six higher education systems in Texas.

Academics

The UNT's academic calendar follows the semester system, called "terms," with a fall, spring and summer term.

Colleges and Schools

The University of North Texas has many departments in its different colleges and schools that, among them, offer 97 bachelor's degree programs, 88 master's degree programs and 40 doctoral degrees.

UNT Colleges and Schools:

• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business Administration
• Honors College
• College of Public Affairs and Community Service
• College of Education
• College of Engineering
• College of Information
• School of Merchandising and Hospitality Management
• College of Music
• College of Visual Arts and Design
• Toulouse Graduate School
• Mayborn School of Journalism

Student Life

There are 14 residence halls at the University of North Texas, offering a variety of on-campus living options.  A cafeteria and five different on-campus cafes provide places to meet and hang out with friends.

The more than 300 student organizations at UNT that include several fraternities and sororities, 42 academic associations and 54 honors societies, multicultural and political groups, service and religious societies, spirit and special-interest groups, recreational sports teams, as well as a student newspaper, radio station and cable television station.

The UNT Student Activities Center provides resources, services and advising to help students operate organizations.  It also runs many of the larger campus events.

UNT students who enjoy arts and entertainment will appreciate the nearly 1,000 concerts the College of Music presents each year, including the jazz music that UNT is best known for. Numerous art exhibits, film showings and theatre and dance performances are available on and around campus.  Adventure trips and equipment rentals are available at UNT's Outdoor Pursuits Center.

UNT Student Services include free tutoring, counseling, a career center, a low-cost eye center, pharmacy, medical evaluations, study skills and money management seminars and free legal advice.

Traditions

The University of North Texas is rich in school traditions like fight songs, a hand signal and other practices that promote a strong sense of pride and unity among its student body.

The UNT's mascot is the eagle, its school colors are green and white, and its athletic teams are the Talons, but nicknamed "Mean Green."  The eagle claw hand signal is a traditional symbol of pride and unity at UNT.

The lighting of McConnell Tower on the UNT campus is a tradition that symbolizes success, "the lamp of learning," and academic excellence.

The "spirit bell" is a UNT tradition that began in 1891 when a large bell was brought to the Denton campus to be rung to signal class changes and evening curfew.  Through the years it was also taken to sports games and rung there to signify team spirit.  The original bell was damaged, and has been replaced by a new bell that continues to be rung at games, pep rallies and school events to promote school pride and spirit.

Athletics

The UNT has 16 intercollegiate athletics teams for men and women, including its award-winning men's basketball team.  Other "Mean Green" Talon sports teams include women's basketball and men's football, as well as soccer, softball, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. More information can be found at MeanGreenSports.com.

 Community Life

The University of North Texas campus is in Denton, Texas.  Denton is a town of approximately 100,000 people.  It is located 36 miles north of Dallas-Fort Worth.

The UNT offers numerous student organizations that are dedicated to service and volunteerism, allowing students to connect with and help the local community.  Some of these organizations are Alpha Phi Omega, America Reads Academy of Empowerment, Champions of Equity and Diversity, and Sister 2 Sister, among others.

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of North Texas offers a bachelor's degree program in information technology.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Computer Systems Analysts

Description

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Information Security Analysts

Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Computer Network Architects

Description

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).