Overview  

Penn State Greater Allegheny’s Bachelor of Science degree in Information Sciences & Technology (IST) is programmed for students who enjoy problem-solving and working with people. Students will develop an understanding of how programs are built, practical applications, and critical thinking. 

What to Expect  

With an option in Integration and Application, IST provides students with theoretical frameworks and skills in a technological world.  

Students will take courses that focus on:  

  • Information, People and Technology 
  • Organization of Data 
  • Networking and Telecommunications 
  • Introduction to Application Development 
  • Statistics 
  • Economics  

Career Opportunities  

Graduates in the IST program can find an array of career opportunities that include, but not limited to: 

  • Application programmers 
  • Associate systems designers 
  • Network managers 
  • Web designers and administrators 
  • Information systems support specialists 

 

The official course requirements for this degree can be viewed in the online Undergraduate Bulletin under the suggested academic plan.