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Department of Information & COmmunication technology

nature of the program

A Bachelor of Science in Information and communications Technology is taught as four year degree programme. It addresses how people use information technology and the impact of various technologies upon society. The program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, technologies, and practices that drive the modern digital world. It blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing graduates to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving ICT industry

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Bachelor of ICT program can pursue various careers, including:

  • Software Developer/Engineer
  • Network Administrator/Engineer
  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • IT Project Manager
  • Cyber security Analyst
  • Data analyst
  • ICT Consultant

Admission requirements

  • The minimum requirements for admission are as follows:
  • A full Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) with at least six credit passes including English and any two of the following Science subjects: Mathematics and Physics,
  • An equivalent of MSCE with credit passes based on the assessment system used such as O’ Level or IGCSE with at least 6 credits including English and Science subjects such as Mathematics and Physics
  • .Mature entry
  • A diploma in a relevant field with a pass of 55% or above or a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above in the final year obtained from a recognized institution plus a full MSCE with six credits.
  • Those with a diploma, as in (a) above, will be exempted from the first two years and enter at third year.
  • Those with a certificate in a relevant field, plus a full MSCE will be exempted from the first year and enter at second year.