Diploma in Information Technology

Introduction

This programme provides an avenue to those already engaged in the IT-sector without formal diploma qualifications in IT to join the DIT Programme through either direct or Major Certificate schemes. It provides firm foundation in avenues related to computer networks, data management, systems and mobile application development among others. DIT is open to all prospective students and designed to enable its prospective students to undertake training in Information Technology (IT).

Programme Rationale

Information Technology is a critical component of life today, and a vital component in communications that support modern society. New applications of information technology are constantly appearing; different applications are linked together forming a complex computing environment. There is now an urgent demand for highly skilled Information Technology professionals with diverse specializations including business and management processes, the design and development of software systems. This demand is forecast to increase both in Uganda and world over. The Diploma in Information Technology brings on board new approaches to teaching of Information Technology, combining solid engineering practices with knowledge of management and business processes.

Course Objectives

The objectives of the Diploma in Information Technology Programme are to:

  1. Increase demand for Information Technology training and professionals.
  2. Enhance well facilitated consultancy services in Information Technology
  3. Formulate a technological enabled pool of ICT Research professionals and bodies.
  4. Make appropriate business decisions for ICT investments.
  5. Enhance ICT innovations for development.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme, the students should be able to;-

  1. Address the increasing demand for Information Technology training and professionals.
  2. Get involved in consultancy services in Information Technology
  3. Formulate a technological enabled pool of ICT Research professionals and bodies.
  4. Contribute to ICT innovations for development
  5. Make appropriate business decisions for ICT investments.

Career Prospects

The majority will take up operational positions in Information and Communication Technology (computing and ICT-based) sectors, and other positions such as Software Developers, Web-Programmers, Systems   &   Network   Administrators, Information Technology Officers, Data Analysts, IT Project Assistants, and IT Trainers.

Programme duration.

The diploma programme shall cover a minimum of   two (2) years of four semesters and not exceeding a maximum of four (4) years.

Admission into this course can be through any of the four avenues mentioned below:

  1. Direct entry
  2. Certificate holders scheme
  • Higher Education Certificate
  1. Professional qualifications
  2. Entrance admission examination

For admission to any diploma course under

Direct Entry Scheme, a candidate must have:

  1. Obtained at least one (1) advanced level principal pass and two (2) subsidiary passes obtained at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E) examinations. Or Qualification equivalent to UACE.
  2. Sat the UCE examination (equivalent) and obtained at least 5 passes.

Certificate Holder’s Scheme, a candidate must hold:

  1. A Uganda Certificate of Education (U.C.E) and a certificate in Business Management or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  2. A two year certificate in Business Management, or a two year certificate in any field of study obtained from a recognized institution.
  • A one year Higher Education Certificate accredited by NCHE

Professional Qualifications.

  • The applicant should have passed at least stage/level two (2), of the professional qualifications from a recognized institution or its equivalent, provided this is passing by examination and recognized in Uganda by the National Council of Higher Education.
Year 1: Semester I (6 Core Courses)
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DIT 1101 Computer Application 30 – 60 60 4
DFA 1101 Financial Accounting 45 – 30 60 4
DCS 1101 Fundamentals of Mathematics 45 – – 45 3
DIT 1102 Communication Technology & Internet 45 – 30 60 4
DBM 1103 Business Communication Skills 45 – – 45 3
DIT 1105 Computer workshop practice 15 – 90 45 4
Sub Total 22
Year 1: Semester 2 (6 Core Courses)
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DIT 1201 Systems Administration 45 – 30 60 4
DIT 1202 Introduction to information systems 45 – – 45 3
DIT 1204 Introduction to Website Development 30 – 60 60 4
DCS 1202 Fundamentals of Database Systems 30 – 60 60 4
DCS 1203 Programming Principles 30 – 60 60 4
DIT 1205 Operating System 45 – – 45 3
Sub Total 22
Year 1: Recess Semester
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DCS 1301 (Choose One) –     Mobile Devices Repair & Application Development –     Catering or –     Fashion and design – – 90 45 4
DBM 1302 Business plan Development 15 – 60 60 4
Sub Total 8
Year 2: Semester I (5 Core Courses)
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DIT 2101 Computer Systems Security 30 – 30 60 4
DIT 2103 Systems Analysis & Design 45 – 30 60 4
DBC 2102 Research Methodology 45 – 30 60 3
DCS 2104 Event Driven Programming 30 – 60 60 4
DIT 2105 E-Business 30 – 30 45 3
Sub Total 18
DIT 2105 Research projects [Proposal Phase] – – – –
Year 2: Semester I (5 Core Courses)
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DIT 2201 Dynamic Website Development 30 – 60 60 4
DIT 2206 IT Project planning and Management 45 – – 45 3
DIT 2202 Enterprise Network Management 45 – 30 60 4
DIT 2203 Application development VB.NET 45 – 30 60 4
DIT 2204 ICT Projects [Final Phase] 15 – 90 60 4
Sub Total 19
Year 2: Recess Semester
Course Code Course Name LH TH PH CH CU
DIT 3104 Internship 15 – 60 90 4
Sub Total 04
Total Credit Units                                         93

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Download Application Form

Download the Application from by clicking on this link

Upon filling it, either submit it to us physically through our Academic Registrar’s Office, or by email at: admissions@bit.ac.ug

Pick forms at our campus

You can as well pick, fill and submit  an application form from our campus at Level 4, Ham Towers, Makerere Hill Road, Kampala, Uganda (Opposite Makerere University Main Gate)

Your application will be fully processed upon submission of the following to our office:

  1. Photocopies of all educational certificates and relevant academic documents.
  2. A copy of the receipt of application fees; UGX 50,000/=; Note: This is non-refundable)
  3. Three (3) Passport size photographs
  4. A copy of a Valid Identity Card (National, Passport, or former School ID preferred)

 

3.0 Programme Structure.