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Software developing is more than coding alone. During the Bachelor’s programme in Information Technology, you work with real clients to analyse complex problems and develop digital solutions in a team. AI tools are used in a practical and thoughtful way.
You want to develop technology with attention to people and society.
You believe the best solutions are created as a team.
You stay motivated, do not give up easily, and enjoy finding smart solutions.
Develop the skills to work effectively in teams using modern tools such as Git and GitHub. Learn to work in an international environment and complete projects with people from different fields and cultures, just like in a professional setting.
Get to know the full process of software and AI development and discover where your interests lie.
Select a specialisation and deepen your knowledge in Business Informatics, Software Engineering, AI, Cyber Security, or Embedded Software.
Work on real challenges by applying theory in real-world projects.
In the first one and a half years, a broad foundation in the field of information technology is built, covering all its key areas. After this, you will focus on a specialisation for the remaining two and a half years: Business Informatics, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science, or Embedded Software. The programme is shaped through projects, internships, and the graduation assignment, allowing for personal emphasis in areas of interest. With many practical applications, graduates are immediately ready to start a career in industry or continue with subsequent education.
IT is changing very fast, and no one knows what the digital world will look like in four years. One thing is certain: you are part of these changes and help shape the future. After graduation, you work as a professional on innovative digital solutions using the latest technologies.
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Discover our campus: beautiful and well-equipped study spaces, trendy coffee corners, and pleasant campus squares. Everything for your growth and enjoyment!
Easily calculate your tuition fees with the tuition fees indicator. Besides tuition fees, you will also need to budget for study materials, a laptop, the introduction programme, and more. Find details about monthly living costs on our Finance page.
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Starting a study in a foreign country is exciting. Read more on how Fontys can assist you, especially with accommodation, amid the Dutch housing crisis.
September
English
4 year(s)
Bachelor
Full-time
Venlo
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Please note! If you wish to apply for housing through Fontys, housing application deadline is June 15.
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Applied science universities are more focused on practice and are strongly career-oriented. Technical universities are more theoretical with focus on research and innovation. If you prefer to learn things by doing, applied university is a way to go.
A minor is a specialisation programme you can take in year 3 or 4. You can choose to either do a specialisation minor at Fontys or spend a semester abroad at a partner university.
The HBO ICT and Information Technology programmes are similar, but there is a difference. ICT provides a broader education, while Information Technology focuses more on software engineering and the business side of computer science.
You will work with programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript en SQL. Additionally, you'll gain experience with tools like Git, Visual Studio Code, and Docker, and you will use development methods such as Agile/Scrum. With these skills you will able to build both front-end and back-end software applications.
After graduating from Information Technology you will have gained a variety of skills, making it possible to work in a variety of IT roles. You could work as a software or database developer, data scientist, AI developer or security professional. There are many possibilities now and in the future.
