Liberty University Bachelor Of Science In Information Technology Application And Database Development
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Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
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Jan 13, 2025
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Gain Proficiency in IT Development with Liberty University

Gain the programming skills you need to be on the cutting edge of innovation in the field of technology! If you enjoy working with computers and have ever considered a career in application or database development, we have a program for you.

Liberty’s B.S. in Information Technology with a specialty in application and database development can help equip you for a successful career in the expanding field of advanced technology. Learn under professors who have real-world experience in the IT field. Be mentored by faculty and peers alike as you learn to implement a biblical worldview into your professional life.

Our program can prepare you for careers in application design, database administration, database analysis, and software programming. Interested in taking the next step towards your future in technology? Let us help you gain the toolset you need to lead in the IT industry.

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At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.

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Why Choose Liberty’s B.S. in Information Technology: Application and Database Development?

With the right experience and academic credentials, a career in information technology can quickly become a lucrative one. Let us help equip you with both.

At Liberty, we believe students learn best when they experience concepts hands-on. That’s why we have a variety of facilities and resources available for students like you who want to get into the information technology field.

  • Experience our information technology labs and a networking and data center right on campus.
  • Become a part of our Center for Cyber Excellence and Center for Entrepreneurship.
  • Take advantage of various business internship opportunities, including the possibility of working in the heart of D.C. for an entire semester through our Washington Fellowship program.

Aside from the resources at your disposal, we have incredible faculty with years of experience who will come alongside you to teach you innovative industry practices. Liberty is a teaching university, which means our professors are in the classroom teaching and mentoring their students every single week. They can even help advise you on any certifications Liberty offers that may be relevant to your career goals.

Pursue your information technology degree with a school that cares about academic excellence and hands-on experience. Earn a bachelor’s degree that equips you for more so you can go further. Your chance to study with us is here, so take it!


What Will You Learn in Our IT Application and Database Development Degree?

Our information technology degree, with a specialization in application and database development, provides training in information and business processes so you can create innovative IT systems and solutions for future employers.

Your application and database development courses will help you learn new and emerging technologies such as Oracle and C# programming. Our courses are designed to set you up to take the A+ certification through the Computing Technology Industry Association so you walk away with additional credentials!

Aside from your programming classes, you have the opportunity to complete a field-specific internship. This is a great way to bring all of your new skills together for practical use. Graduate with a resume that shows employers all you can accomplish for them!

View the Degree Completion Plan, and check out our featured courses below to learn more about what you’ll be studying.

Featured Courses

CSIS 209 – C# Programming

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Development of computer and programming skills using the C# language
  • Students will learn how to use C# to develop stand-alone applications in an IDE
  • Advanced concepts, such as database connectivity and web applications will also be examined

CSIS 327 – Introduction to Oracle

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • This course introduces the fundamentals of database design using an Oracle platform
  • Database administration will be introduced as well as the basic concepts of data manipulation in an Oracle environment

CSIS 328 – Advanced Oracle

 

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • This course introduces the advanced topics of database administration in Oracle
  • Multi-dimensional databases for business intelligence applications will be examined as well

CSIS 410 – Web Enterprise Technologies

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Current technologies and best practices for developing database driven dynamic websites, including database and client-side programming
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Highlights of Our Application and Database Development Degree

  • The internship and capstone course provide opportunities for invaluable first-hand experience in the field!
  • Our School of Business is located in a state-of-the-art 78,000-square-foot building on campus, and provides you with:
  • Get involved with our business-related student organizations and honor societies.
  • You will have the opportunity to train in and graduate with a variety of certificates in systems such as Microsoft, SAP, and Cisco.
  • Check out our 3+1 Accelerated Business Program; you can earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just 4 years!

IT in Application & Database Development Degree Information

Career Opportunities for Information Technology Graduates

  • Database administrator
  • Network engineer
  • Software developer
  • Systems administrator
  • Web and mobile developer

Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
  • Admission essay

*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.

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