Master’s Degree in Applied Information Technology
Program Overview
Towson University's M.S. in Applied Information Technology program offers students the flexibility to complete certificates in specialized areas such as cybersecurity and health informatics. The program blends online and in-person courses, providing students with the convenience and accessibility they need to advance their careers in the tech industry. Led by experienced faculty, students gain practical knowledge and skills to meet the evolving demands of the field. The program can be completed in a hybrid format or fully online, with a minimum of 33 credits required for graduation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Applied information technology (AIT) is the study, design, development, implementation and support of information systems to solve the major challenges in today's work environment. Graduate students in the applied information technology master’s degree program can update and enhance their skills in a full range of areas, including systems development, IT project management and business analysis.
Outline:
- Students complete the requirements for one or more graduate certificates as they work toward completing their degrees. These graduate certificate programs are applied programs that focus on the most relevant and timely topics in the field, including:
- database management systems — design and develop database systems and learn to manage a large database system
- networking technologies — develop and implement the design requirements of a successful networked environment
- software engineering ( ) — study, design, develop, implement and support computer-based information systems
- ( ) Three graduate certificates require some in-person courses. The other five graduate certificates may be completed 100% online. For more information about in-person courses or creating a plan to complete the degree online, please review the Course Schedule.
- Students can complete requirements for one of eight graduate certificates and can take an additional six graduate-level courses to complete the M.S. in applied information technology.
- The AIT curriculum is designed to train students in the most current information technology needs and practices. Its certificates can be earned in a year, increasing the marketability of students immediately. Students also can gain work experience with information technology companies through a graduate assistantship program.
Teaching:
- Learn from Leaders
- Build your IT expertise as you learn from nationally recognized faculty who bring both strong academic reputations and years of practical experience to the classroom.
- Course content and schedules are geared to working professionals. Courses are offered during the fall, spring and summer semesters at Towson University’s suburban Baltimore campus in the evening and online.
Careers:
- Students who hold bachelor’s degrees in other areas but are already working in information technology, those seeking additional coursework for professional growth and career advancement, and students who want to enter the fast-paced world of information technology are all encouraged to enroll.
Other:
- The program may be completed 100% online or in a hybrid format.
- The next application deadline (Fall 2024) is Aug. 15.
- The program requires a minimum of 33 credits to graduate.
- The cost per course (Tuition & Fees) is $1,921.
