Bachelor of Science
Information Technology Degree
Build essential skills for an in-demand IT career.
Information Technology Degree
Learn in-demand technical knowledge in our information technology degree.
Prepare to advance in IT with both foundational knowledge and practiced hands-on skills. At Bellevue University, every information technology major studies essentials of networking systems and then completes a faculty-approved IT project, research study, certification or internship that applies what they’ve learned to a real-world business problem. Here, you’ll finish your IT degree ready to apply what you’ve learned at work.
Prepare for Cisco, Microsoft, Linux, and CompTIA Security+ certification exams.
IT professionals often need to demonstrate their technical knowledge through industry-specific certifications that go beyond a bachelor’s degree. That’s why we designed our online information technology degree curriculum to align with exam preparation criteria. You’ll have the option to take an elective course that involves coordinating a certification-focused plan of study with a faculty sponsor, and graduate with another relevant credential.
Learn IT skills that you can apply right away at work.
Build both fundamental IT knowledge and practical skills for application in a variety of operating systems and networks. In this IT degree program, you’ll gain skills for:
- Network management and infrastructure
- Configuring and troubleshooting
- Network security protocols and managing risk
- Cloud computing and governance
- Server management
Earn an online information technology degree for the real world of IT.
Courses
What You’ll Learn
- Apply the fundamental principles of networks, servers, and cloud environments
- Use best practices for installation, configuration, and upgrading of personal computers and operating systems
- Analyze networks, servers, and cloud environment architectures for integration
- Demonstrate effective communication skillsteam and IT business contexts in
Information Technology Degree Courses
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Requirements (36 credit hours)
This course introduces software, hardware and operating systems concepts. Topics include fundamentals of computer technology; installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware; and basic networking. Course topics align with the CompTIA A+ Essentials certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- CompTIA A+
- Computer Hardware
- Expansion Cards
- Flash Memory
- Motherboard
- Operating Systems
- Peripheral Devices
- Storage Devices
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Wireless Networks
This course addresses the skills and knowledge necessary to become an IT Professional in the networking field. Topics include network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security. Course topics align with the CompTIA Network+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- CompTIA Network+
- Domain Name System
- Ethernet
- Internet Protocols Suite
- Local Area Networks
- Network Infrastructure
- Networking Hardware
- OSI Models
- Routing Protocols
- Wireless Networks
This course introduces security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents. Network security, compliance and operational security, threats and vulnerabilities, application, data and host security, access control and identity management, and cryptography are explored. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Access Controls
- CompTIA Security+
- Firewall
- Network Security
- Physical Security
- Risk Management
- Security Policies
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Wireless Security
This course focuses on installing, configuring, diagnosing, and troubleshooting servers, including server hardware, general storage, upgrades, maintenance, and disaster recovery. Course topics align with the CompTIA Server+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Active Directory
- Backup Devices
- CompTIA Server+
- Data Storage Technologies
- Disaster Recovery
- Proactive Maintenance
- RAID
- Restoration
- System Administration
- Windows Servers
This course is the first of two that introduces Cisco routing and configuration concepts. Topics include the basics of installation, operation and troubleshooting small enterprise networks. Topics include network security, routing and switching, simple network configuration, wide area network (WAN) technologies, and wireless networking concepts. Course topics are covered in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Addressing Schemes
- Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)
- Cisco IOS
- Local Area Networks
- Network Configuration And Change Management
- Network Routing
- Network Security
- Network Switches
- Wide Area Networks
- Wireless Networks
This is the second course that covers Internetworking through the study of Cisco routing and switching. Coverage includes installing, configuring, operating, and optimizing networks that use Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wide Area Network protocols, and Cisco network hardware. Course topics align with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Prerequisite: BSIT 340
Skills learned in this course include:
- Cisco IOS
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- Ethernet
- Firewall
- Network Infrastructure
- Network Planning And Design
- Network Protocols
- Network Routing
- Network Switches
- TCP/IP
This course focuses on the skills needed to administer small to medium-sized networks in Microsoft Windows server environments. Issues dealing with network infrastructures, network hardware, protocols and services, security layers, operating system security, network security, and security software will be explored. Course topics align with the Certiport Information Technology Specialist (ITS Networking certification).
Skills learned in this course include:
- Command-Line Interface
- Local Area Networks
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Networking
- Network Infrastructure
- Network Security
- Networking Hardware
- OSI Models
- Windows PowerShell
- Windows Servers
This course introduces best practices for managing threats to working systems. Threats that weaken systems, vulnerability assessment and management are discussed. Topics include protecting sensitive and private information, cyber incident response, including forensic analysis, security architectures, and troubleshooting tools for system hardening. Course topics align with the CompTIA SySA+ Certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Continuous Monitoring
- Corporate Data Management
- Digital Forensics
- Hardening
- Identity And Access Management
- Incident Response
- IT Security Architecture
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Vulnerability Management
This course introduces cloud computing from a business and technical perspective, including implementing and governing a cloud environment. Topics include: cloud architecture and design, securing a network cloud environment, compliance controls, deploying cloud networking solutions, performing cloud migrations, optimizing and maintaining efficient operation of a cloud environment disaster recovery tasks, troubleshooting and other performance issues. Course topics align with the CompTIA certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Application Performance Management
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Computing Security
- Cloud Storage
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Governance
- Scalability
- Service Improvement Planning
- Service Strategy
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
This course provides a foundation for managing and maintaining the most current version of the Microsoft Windows Operating System. Issues dealing with operating system configurations, installing and upgrading client systems, managing files and folders, managing devices, operating system maintenance, server roles, active directory, storage, server performance management, and server maintenance will be addressed. Course topics align with the Microsoft Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-100) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Backup Devices
- Desktop Support
- File Systems
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Windows
- Operating Systems
- System Administration
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- User Account Control
- Windows PowerShell
This course provides students with an introduction to project management as it relates to Information Technology. Students develop formal project plans based on actual problems. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge areas of project management. Team-based and discovery-based learning methods are stressed. Where applicable, course topics align with the CompTIA Project+ certification.
This course provides a foundation for managing security of accounts and resources, monitoring server performance, and safeguarding data in a Windows Server environment. Topics include network infrastructures, network hardware, protocols and services, security layers, operating system security, network security, and security software. Course topics align with the Certiport Information Technology Specialist (ITS) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Access Controls
- Directory Service
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Security Essentials
- Network Administration
- Network Security
- Operating Systems
- Security Policies
- Security Software
- Windows Servers
Elective courses (3 credit hours each)
This course provides a monitored structure for study which can be used to apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program toward the completion of an approved vendor certification. Students must submit a proposal for certification, including objectives, to the faculty sponsor prior to the start of the semester. A plan for completion of the approved certification and documentation for attainment of the objectives will be developed in conjunction with the faculty sponsor. Prerequisite: The Certification Component should be taken after completing a minimum of 18 credit hours of the required major courses.
This course discusses ethical issues inherent in the field of information technology. Topics covered focus on the balance between the individual and society, including privacy and surveillance, free speech and censorship, fair use and intellectual property, and security and computer crime. The course also discusses professional responsibility netiquette.
This course is designed to provide students with a monitored structure which can be used to apply the concepts and technologies acquired throughout their course of study to a real-world problem or situation that will be proposed and developed by each student. This can be accomplished by way of a faculty approved project, research study, certification or internship. The faculty sponsor will evaluate and approve a student’s proposal and objectives prior to any work being done. Each student will develop and prepare a plan for completion of the approved component and will document the attainment of the objectives by way of milestones, oral or written reports, specified deliverables or satisfactory reports on completion of objectives by the manager of an intern. Students may accomplish the Service Component when they have completed 24 credit hours of the required major courses.
This course provides an in-depth study of basic Linux administrative tools and practices. It is based on the curriculum recommended by the Linux Professional Institute for certification at the LPIC-1 level, and can be used to prepare for certification exams 101 and 102. Topics covered in this course include Linux commands, shell scripts, file systems, networking, security, and troubleshooting.
This course consists of an advanced study of Linux servers, networking, administrative tools and practices. It is based on the curriculum recommended by the Linux Professional Institute for certification at the LPIC-2 level, and can be used to prepare for certification exams 201 and 202. Topics covered in this course include resource utilization, compiling the kernel, Linux Web, DNS, DHCP, email, file, print, and database servers, enterprise networking, shell scripts, file systems, networking, security, and troubleshooting. Prerequisite: CIS 338, or a current LPIC-1 certification, or two years documented experience as a Linux system administrator.
Kirkpatrick Signature Series Requirements (9 credit hours)
(In addition to the Major Requirements, all Bellevue University students must complete the Kirkpatrick Signature Series)
This course focuses on the political and philosophical traditions of the American republic, especially as embedded in the ideals, values, traditions, founding documents, and institutions of the United States , and considers how these traditions relate to individual citizenship and global society. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the creative tensions that exist between the forces of tradition and change as the country undergoes social, cultural, and political change. It considers the manner in which change can renew the vitality of a republic. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
This course examines civic engagement in relation to individual freedoms and responsibilities. It fosters engaged citizens, empowered to effect positive change. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
Integrative General Education Credits
Major Requirements Credits
Elective Credits
= 127 Total Credits*
General Education Courses
Take general education courses that do more than fill a requirement. At Bellevue University, these courses build foundational skills that apply to any career—critical thinking, qualitative reasoning, and ethical leadership. And, you can take courses individually or in course clusters, which connect three courses around one theme, building skills as you go.
Elective Courses
Our broad selection of electives allows you to select courses related to your major or expand your perspective in other areas of interest.
University Accreditation
Bellevue University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).
Whether a college, university, or program is accredited is important to students with financial aid, employers who provide tuition assistance, donors, and the federal government.
This program is considered a non-licensure degree/certificate program and is not intended for those seeking licensure or the practice of licensed profession. This program may be relevant to multiple occupations that do not require licensure and was not designed to meet educational requirements for any specific professional license or certification.
*Consult with an admissions counselor to determine your eligible credits, as well as to verify minimum graduation requirements for this degree. Transfer credits must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Bellevue University makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination, credit for prior learning, or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted.
Get credit for what you’ve earned.
Accelerate your path to earning a degree.
Thanks to our generous credit transfer policy, you can avoid retaking the classes you’ve already completed, and chip away at the credit requirements you need to complete your degree.
- Already have an associate degree? You could accelerate your bachelor's degree completion. Transfer your full associate degree or even your A.A.S.*
- You may be able to get credit for your military experience and training.
Finish Faster
*Acceptance of transfer credits is always subject to official transfer credit evaluation by Bellevue University.
Format
100% Online learning that works for your life and your goals.
Our flexible online courses are designed to bring quality learning into a format that fits your schedule, without sacrificing meaningful faculty feedback and collaboration with peers across the country. Stay on track with the help of your Student Coach — with you from day one to graduation.
Hands-on projects coordinated by expert IT faculty.
Learning online doesn’t mean you’re studying alone at Bellevue University. In this IT degree program, you’ll collaborate closely with your professors who have worked actively in IT leadership roles. They’ll help you organize projects that put your learning into practice and secure internships that help build your network for after graduation.
Tuition & Financial Aid
It’s more affordable than you think.
Earning a degree is an investment in yourself, and we want to help you make sure it’s a wise one with a generous credit transfer policy and competitive tuition rates.
2024 / 2025 Academic Year
$449 Online Cost Per Credit $250 Military Preferred Cost Per Credit
(Additional fees may apply to individual courses within your major requirements)
Only pay for the credits you need.
Talk to us about our generous credit transfer policy so you can make more of the credits you’ve already earned count toward your degree.
Get help with financial aid.
Our counselors will guide you to find a financial aid plan that works for you. Explore all the ways to help pay for your degree.
Military Preferred (Active Duty and Spouses Only)
Degree-seeking active-duty members of the U.S. Military, National Guard, Reserve, and Coast Guard, and their spouses, with proof of status, are eligible for a special tuition rate of $250 per credit hour for all undergraduate, certificate, and certificate of completion programs as they work towards their degree. Not able to be combined with other special rates, Guild or Campus@Work funding.
Admissions
Removing barriers to the education you deserve.
College is challenging, but getting in shouldn’t be. We have simplified our requirements for admission and we do not require entrance exam scores like the ACT or SAT—so you can get on track to achieving your goals. Here’s how it will go:
To be admitted to Bellevue University, provide proof of high school completion. We accept the following forms of documentation:
- Official high school transcript
- GED certificate
- Homeschool letter of completion
- Certificate demonstrating that the student has passed a state authorized examination recognized by the state in which it is awarded — equivalent to a high school diploma.
- Self-certification on application.
You’ll just need to complete the application and submit the following:
- Official high school transcripts or proof of high school completion
- If applicable, official transcripts from any college or university you previously attended
- A one-time $50 application fee
- Note:
- International students must provide a few extra documents. See international student bachelor admissions details.
- Students applying for a cohort-based major must possess an associate degree or 60 semester hours completed with a grade of "C-" or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning. If you do not meet this requirement, you can build your credits directly with Bellevue University.
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You'll just need to create an account and complete a pre-application to Bellevue University through Guild. Once you receive confirmation that your pre-application to Bellevue University has been approved, you'll need to complete the required steps to get fully accepted and registered. These include:
- Submitting transcripts from past institutions
- Completing the FAFSA, per your employer's benefit requirement
If you’re transferring from another institution of higher education, you must submit an official transcript from each accredited institution you previously attended. Here are a few details to note:
- A transcript can be emailed securely to [email protected] or by mail. It is required to be sent directly from the issuing institution to Bellevue University's Office of the Registrar to be considered an official document. Please check with previous institution for available sending options.
- Applicants who submit an official transcript which reflects a two-year degree from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution are not required to show proof of high school completion.
- Transcripts must be submitted even if credits were not earned at the previous institution or if transfer credit is not granted.
Ready to get started?
Reach out to admissions.
- Get your questions answered about the Information Technology Degree
- Understand your financial aid and scholarship options
- Map out a schedule that fits with your priorities
