Careers & Transfers
Individuals with knowledge and skills in Computer Information Technology are in high demand, which means you’ll have no problem finding employment that works for you. Positions/titles include:
- Programmer Analyst
- Software Developer
- Games Programmer
- Database Designer/Developer
- Software Testing Specialist
- Information Systems Project Manager
- Systems Analyst
- Web Administrator
- Help Desk Attendant
- Network Analyst/Technician
- Desktop Support
- Computer Service Technician
TRANSFERS
University of Lethbridge
Graduates of Lethbridge College’s CIT diploma are eligible to receive two years credit towards a University of Lethbridge Post Diploma Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) degree, provided that a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 is achieved in the CIT program. Students will be required to take an additional 20 courses at the U of L. In order to access this program, students are encouraged to complete CIT 260 at the College.
Graduates of Lethbridge College’s CIT diploma are eligible to receive two years credit towards a University of Lethbridge Post Diploma Bachelor of Management degree, provided that a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 is achieved in the CIT program. Students will be required to take an additional 22 courses at the U of L. In order to access this program, students MUST complete BUS 268 at the College. Visit www.uleth.ca for more information.
Athabasca University
Graduates of Lethbridge College’s CIT program are eligible to receive up to 60 credits towards a Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Systems (Post-Diploma) or Bachelor of Science (Post-Diploma) degree.
Graduates are eligible to receive 30 credits towards a three or four year Bachelor of Management (Post-Diploma) degree. . For more information, contact the Athabasca University advisor in TE 1207 or 403-320-3431. Visit www.athabascau.ca for more information.
NAIT
Graduates of the Computer Information Technology Diploma program with a minimum grade point average of C+ or 2.3 on standard grading scales will be conditionally accepted into the BTech (Bachelor of Technology In Technology Management) degree program. Applicants for transfer of credit under this Agreement shall complete all of the requested application procedures of NAIT including, but not limited to, written statements outlining personal objectives, career goals, letters of reference, work experience and community involvement, and such other information as may be requested and used by NAIT to determine whether the applicant complies with the requirements as set out or intended.
Griffith University - Queensland, Australia
Graduates of Lethbridge College’s Computer Information Technology program are eligible to transfer credit towards the completion of a Bachelor of Information Technology Degree at Griffith University, located in Australia. This degree can be completed at Griffith in just three (3) semesters. Please visit www.griffith.edu.au/credit for more information.
