Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Informatics (IT and Informatics)

Informatics is a process that uses human-centered and data-driven solutions to manage a variety of systems. Mercer University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Informatics (IT and Informatics) is designed for individuals interested in innovation, project management, and pursuing leadership roles in the field. 

Discover how to use information technology for process improvement. The major covers programming logic, database design, and system analysis concepts. Students customize courses to align with interests and career goals through a specialized area of study and learn to:

• Create innovative solutions for various processes by leveraging modern technology
• Analyze information systems and data processing technology
• Design and integrate computer and information systems into organizational operations
• Address ethical and social aspects of information systems by applying insights based on human-computer interaction
• Develop decision theory and project management skills through project-based coursework
• During the program, students are given opportunities to support and partner with local organizations on application and website projects, such as the MyNextLevl project.

Designed for busy and working adults

Many of our students work, take care of families, and study, so we design our classes to meet the needs of busy adults. Keeping convenience and flexibility in mind, Mercer’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Informatics admits students five times per year in January, March, May, August, and October. Terms take the form of two eight-week sessions during the fall and spring semesters, and one eight-week and one four-week session during the summer semester. Convenient and flexible options are available for class sessions:

• Online: Complete the B.S. in Information Technology and Informatics fully online.
• On Campus: Students take two classes at Mercer’s Atlanta campus, one evening per week.
• Blended: Students have the flexibility to enroll in a blended combination of live online classes, asynchronous online classes, and evening, in-person classes.

Improve your job prospects with a career in IT and Informatics
With employment for information technology careers projected to grow 13% by 2026, graduates can consider various roles in this in-demand field. Graduates of Mercer’s B.S. in IT and Informatics can work as professionals in a variety of roles such as:

• Computer Systems Analyst
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Information Systems Analyst
• Information Technology Officer
• IT Analyst
• Quality Assurance Analyst
• System Architect
• Technical Consultant

Database design and analytics certification

• Students interested in pursuing a career focused on data analysis can choose to pursue the Database Design and Analytics certificate in addition to the program. IT and Informatics students can earn this valuable add-on as a cognate area or a major.

Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be prepared to:

• Analyze existing technology applications to improve efficiency and effectiveness in an organization, field of study, or social/civic entities
• Design and develop solutions that innovate the ways technology shapes information flow to improve information system performance in organizations to benefit society
• Articulate ethical and social change aspects of innovating complex information systems

Program plan
General Education (39 hours)
PSYC 111 is a required prerequisite to one major required course.

• Foundations in Major (30 hours)
• INFM 110 Introduction to Informatics
• INFM 204 Digital Logic and Programming
• INFM 312 Data Base Design and Data Processing
• INFM 325 Management of Computer and Information Systems
• INFM 331 Decision Theory
• INFM 340 IT Innovation and Informatics
• INFM 355 Systems Analysis and Design
• INFM 372 Human-Computer Interaction and Design
• INFM 400 Research Methods and Project Planning/Management for Information Technology and Informatics
• INFM 480 Capstone Project for Information Technology and Informatics