Program Description
The Diploma in Information Systems (Dip. IS) is a two year program that prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to launch an exciting career in Information Systems (IS). After completing this hands-on diploma program, graduates will possess a foundation in IS and networking concepts, programming languages, cybersecurity and Web technologies.

The Dip. IS program enables students to:
  • Build a strong foundation in information systems
  • Develop skills applicable to the rapidly changing information systems industry
  • Learn through integrating applied real-world experiences
  • Build knowledge, skills and capabilities aligned to the requirements of leading international information systems bodies
Students engage in hands-on experiential learning through applied assignments and a required IS work placement and a technical project. Graduates are well positioned to support the maintenance of information systems in a wide variety of fields.

Program Duration:

2 years

Admission Requirements:

1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus two courses: one final year Mathematics, and one final year Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) or Technology (Algorithms, Programming, Network, Computer Science, or equivalent).
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate; OR

2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. Must achieve the required score on the University Math Placement Test; OR

2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480.
1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Information Systems (Dip. IS) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO04. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice

SLO05. Function effectively as member of a team engaged in activities appropriate to information systems

SLO01. Analyze a broadly-defined computing problem and apply principles of information systems to identify solutions

SLO02. Identify and analyze user needs and to take them into account in the selection, creation, integration, evaluation, and administration of information systems

SLO03. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation from the Diploma in Information Systems (Dip. IS) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO01. Integrate Information Systems solutions

PEO02. Apply policies and procedures approved by executive officials to ensure adherence to best practice in information systems and data protection

PEO03. Utilize current and emerging safeguards to ensure the safety and authenticity of organizational data

PEO04. Implement innovative business solutions to provide added value to the organization

PEO05. Engage in lifelong learning, professional development, and ethical practices

2025-2026 Study Plan:

COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 1
COMM1010 English Communication I - - 3 3 0
INFS1101 Introduction to Computing & Problem Solving - - 3 2 3
INFT1201 Computer Hardware - - 4 3 3
Elective - Effective & Experiential Learning: select 1 of 3
EFFL1001 Effective Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1003 Experiential Learning & Entrepreneurship - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 13 11 6
SEMESTER 2
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
INFS1201 Computer Programming INFS1101 - 4 3 3
INFT2101 Networking I INFT1201 or INFS1101 - 4 3 3
INFT2102 Mathematics for IT INFS1101 - 3 2 3
Semester 2 Total: 14 11 9
SEMESTER 3
INFT2202 Linux Foundations INFT2101 - 3 2 3
MATH1040 Statistics - - 3 3 1
Semester 3 Total: 6 5 4
Year 1 Total: 33 27 19
COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 4
DACS2201 Introduction to Data & Cyber Security INFT2101 - 3 2 3
INFS2101 Web Technologies I INFS1201 - 3 2 3
INFS2201 Database Management Systems INFS1201 - 3 2 3
INFS3102 Object Oriented Programming INFS1201 - 3 2 3
Semester 4 Total: 12 8 12
SEMESTER 5
COMP2201 Technical Project Min 39 Credits - 3 1 0
INFS3103 Systems Analysis & Design INFS2201 - 3 2 3
INFS3201 Web Technologies II INFS2101 & INFS2201 & INFS3102 - 3 2 3
INFS3203 Systems Deployment & Implementation INFS3103 - 3 2 3
Semester 5 Total: 12 7 9
SEMESTER 6
COMP2301 Work Placement COMP2201 ; CGPA>2.0 This course is the only course that the student may enroll for in a particular term. - 9 0 0
Semester 6 Total: 9 0 0
Year 2 Total: 33 15 21
Program Total 66 42 40

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Diploma in Information Systems (Dip. IS) program are eligible for advanced entry into the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (B.Sc. IS). Graduates may also apply to the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (B.Sc. IT), the Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (B.Sc. DSAI), Software Engineering (B.Sc. SE) or the Bachelor of Science in Data and Cyber Security (B.Sc. DCS) programs.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Diploma in Information Systems (Dip. IS) is an applied program with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist, and include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Junior Information Systems Administrator
  • Information Systems Support Specialist
  • System Architect Support Technician
  • Information Systems Design Specialist
  • Junior Information System Analyst
  • Government Data System Support Specialist