The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Multimedia and Visual Communication program is designed to help prepare students to pursue careers in web design, database administration, programming and related fields.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Kind of Program Is It?

    The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration* in Multimedia and Visual Communication program is designed to provide students with skills in web design, programming and database administration. Students have the chance to gain skills in technical documentation as well as hypertext markup language, Java script and structured query language. The concentration area is intended to teach students about graphics composition, design and alteration. Participants also have the opportunity to examine distribution strategies for e-resources, such as corporate training manuals, memorandums and reports. This degree program is available at University of Phoenix campuses and online.

    What Are the Prerequisites?

    You may have experience working with computers, though this is not required. Applicants to University of Phoenix programs should have a high school diploma or GED.

    What Are the Course Requirements?

    This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 42 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.

    Information technology foundation courses

    • GEN 300: Skills for Professional Development
    • CIS 205: Management Information Systems
    • PRG 210: Fundamentals of Programming with Algorithms and Logic
    • WEB 236: Web Design I
    • WEB 237: Web Design II
    • ENG 221: Technical Writing Fundamentals
    • BSA 310: Business Systems
    • BSA 375: Fundamentals of Business Systems Development
    • CMGT 410: Project Planning and Implementation
    • DBM 380: Database Concepts
    • POS 410: SQL for Business
    • NTC 360: Network and Telecommunications Concepts
    • PRG 420: Java Programming I
    • PRG 421: Java Programming Il
    • CMGT 445: Applications Implementation

    Multimedia and visual communication concentration courses

    • VCT 235: Image Editing and Implementation
    • VCT 320: Electronic Publishing
    • VCT 410: Instructional Design
    • VCT 420: Multimedia Development
    • WEB 431: XML

    Advanced Degrees

    Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Multimedia and Visual Communication program could pursue professional credentials through industry organizations, including the Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals. You could also seek to enroll in a related graduate degree program, such as University of Phoenix's Master of Information Systems. Obtaining a master's degree could allow you to develop skills in the field, with the potential for taking on added workplace responsibilities.

    *Maryland residents completing this program will earn a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an emphasis in Multimedia and Visuals Communication.