Information Technology, B.I.T.

The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) focuses on the study and application of technology and computer systems to solve real-world problems. The BIT program will prepare Georgia State University students for technology services careers in a wide variety of settings, including technology industries, data industries, government, universities and public schools, health care providers, and transportation/logistics sectors, among many others.

The BIT will begin admitting students in fall 2025.

University Grade-Point Average and Grade Requirements

Georgia State University undergraduate students must achieve an overall institutional grade-point average of 2.0 and a major GPA of 2.0 in the Major Area and the Minor and Additional Courses Area to receive a bachelor’s degree from the university. Grades of C- can be used to satisfy graduation requirements. However, some courses have prerequisites that require a grade of C or higher. (See section 1460 for additional information.)

Degree Requirements (120 Hours)

Core IMPACTS Areas

Students may select any of the course options listed in each Core IMPACTS area. However, specific recommendations for certain areas are listed below. These recommended courses are not required in the Core IMPACTS areas but are required for the major. If not taken in the core, then they must be taken in the Field of Study or Additional Courses area.

Mathematics & Quantitative Skills

Recommended course

MATH 1111 - College Algebra 3 Credit Hours or higher level mathematics course

Technology, Mathematics & Sciences

Recommended course

MATH 1220 - Survey of Calculus 3 Credit Hours

Field of Study Area (18 Hours)

Required Courses

CSC 1301 - Principles of Computer Science I 4 Credit Hours
CSC 1302 - Principles of Computer Science II 4 Credit Hours
MATH 1111 - College Algebra 3 Credit Hours (if not taken in the MATHEMATICS area or placed into a higher level math)
MATH 1220 - Survey of Calculus 3 Credit Hours (if not taken in STEM area)
CSC 2510 - Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science 3 Credit Hours

Field Electives

Select from the following to complete 18 hours in the FIELD OF STUDY area

Recommended course

CSC 2920 - Ethical and Social Issues in Computing 3 Credit Hours

Other elective options

ACCT 2101 - Principles of Accounting I 3 Credit Hours
ACCT 2102 - Principles of Accounting II 3 Credit Hours
ASTR 1010K - Astronomy of the Solar System 4 Credit Hours
ASTR 1020K - Stellar and Galactic Astronomy 4 Credit Hours
BIOL 1103 - Introductory Biology I 3 Credit Hours
BIOL 1103L - Introductory Biology I Lab 1 Credit Hours
BIOL 1104 - Introductory Biology II 3 Credit Hours
BIOL 1104L - Introductory Biology II Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
BIOL 2107 - Principles of Biology I 3 Credit Hours
BIOL 2107L - Principles of Biology I Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
BIOL 2108 - Principles of Biology II 3 Credit Hours
BIOL 2108L - Principles of Biology II Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
CHEM 1151 - Survey Of Chemistry I 3 Credit Hours
CHEM 1151L - Survey Of Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
CHEM 1152 - Survey Of Chemistry II 3 Credit Hours
CHEM 1211 - Principles of Chemistry I 3 Credit Hours
CHEM 1211L - Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
CHEM 1212 - Principles of Chemistry II 3 Credit Hours
CHEM 1212L - Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
CHEM 2400 - Organic Chemistry I 3 Credit Hours
ECON 2105 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Credit Hours
ECON 2106 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credit Hours
ENGL 2105 - Workplace-Based Research and Writing 3 Credit Hours
ENVS 1401 - Environmental Science 3 Credit Hours
ENVS 1401L - Environmental Science Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
ENVS 1402 - Plant Resources in the Environment 3 Credit Hours
ENVS 1402L - Plant Resources in the Environment Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
GEOL 1121 - Introductory Geology I 3 Credit Hours
GEOL 1121L - Introductory Geology I Lab 1 Credit Hours
GEOL 1122 - Introductory Geology II 3 Credit Hours
GEOL 1122L - Introductory Geology II Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
GEOG 1112 - Introduction to Weather and Climate 3 Credit Hours
GEOG 1112L - Introduction to Weather and Climate Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
GEOG 1113 - Introduction to Landforms 3 Credit Hours
GEOG 1113L - Introduction to Landforms Laboratory 1 Credit Hours
GEOG 2200 - Mapping Our World: Introduction to Geospatial Technologies 3 Credit Hours
MATH 2211 - Calculus of One Variable I 4 Credit Hours
MATH 2212 - Calculus of One Variable II 4 Credit Hours
MATH 2215 - Multivariate Calculus 4 Credit Hours
PHIL 1010 - Critical Thinking 2 Credit Hours
PHYS 1111K - Introductory Physics I 4 Credit Hours
PHYS 1112K - Introductory Physics II 4 Credit Hours
PHYS 2211K - Principles of Physics I 4 Credit Hours
PHYS 2212K - Principles of Physics II 4 Credit Hours
SCOM 1000 - Human Communication 2 Credit Hours
SCOM 1500 - Public Speaking 3 Credit Hours
SCOM 2300 - Business and Professional Communication 3 Credit Hours
World language at the 1002 level or higher

Major Area (44 Hours)

Required courses (28 Hours)

Complete all of the following

CSC 2920 - Ethical and Social Issues in Computing 3 Credit Hours (unless taken in the Field of Study Area)
CSC 3320 - System-Level Programming 3 Credit Hours
ITEC 4345 - IT Project Management (3 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4321 - System Administration (3 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4230 - Network Administration (3 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4711 - Database Administration (3 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4215 - Infrastructure System Design for IT (3 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4370 - Web Programming (4 Credit Hours) OR ITEC 4360 - Mobile App Development (4 Credit Hours)
ITEC 4235 - Computer Security for IT (3 Credit Hours)

Capstone / Critical Thinking Through Writing (CTW) Requirement (4 Hours)

ITEC 4351 - IT Capstone Senior Design I-CTW (2)
ITEC 4352 - IT Capstone Senior Design II-CTW (2)

Major Electives (12 Hours)

Select additional computer science, data science, or information technology courses at the 3000- or 4000-level to reach a minimum of 44 hours in the Major Area. Related courses in other units may be counted in this area with approval from the college-level academic advisor (in consultation with the department). Up to 4 credit hours from CSC 4870 Honors Thesis I, CSC 4880 Honors Thesis II, CSC 4980 Topic in Computer Science, CSC 4982 Undergraduate Research in Computer Science, and CSC 4900 Technical Interview Prep II may count in this area.

Additional Courses Area

Select additional courses as electives to complete a minimum of 120 hours in the degree program. Required and prerequisite courses not taken in other areas must be taken in the Additional Courses area.

Graduation with Distinction in the Major

This unit offers undergraduate students with the opportunity to earn the designation of graduation with distinction in the major. Please contact the undergraduate director for the specific criteria for this honor.