Harare - Universities

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University of Zimbabwe

Graduates from the programme will be able to design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems, processes, or components to meet desired user requirements. They will have skills to plan, implement, secure, maintain, and troubleshoot converged enterprise networks. Confronted with a computer science problem, graduates can identify concepts, algorithms, and applicable data structures to find a solution and can break the problem down into its component parts to formulate computer-based problem-solving methods. They will also be capable of creating software development or networking companies for the benefit of themselves and the country

University

Africa University

The mission of the Department is to provide programmes at undergraduate levels, which produce and develop IT experts and other IT professionals capable of utilizing human and other resources to meet development needs and take advantage of the opportunities of Africa within the global context. The Department aims at programmes which develop both the intellectual and the managerial potentials of its students. Specifically, the objectives of the Faculty programmes are to: - Provide knowledge which develops the students. intellectual and critical thinking ability as well as their managerial and entrepreneurial skills - Foster the ability to organise, analyse and interpret information for decision making; instil and inculcate high moral standards of personal and professional behaviour which are consistent with positions of trust and leadership in society’s) imbue in students sensitivity and commitment to efficiency in the use of resources as well as integrity, accountability and transparency - Encourage and develop a sense of curiosity and inquiry needed for innovative thinking and the development of new knowledge

University

Harare Institute Technology

The BTech (Hons) Computer Science programme provides suitable multi-disciplinary training for a career in this important field. Computer science is a rapidly expanding feature of most engineering and scientific enterprises. This field is primarily concerned with information processes, the structure and procedures needed to represent them, and the systems needed to implement them. It spans a broad spectrum of basic and applied sub disciplines which range from foundations in logic and the computational complexity of algorithms through compilers, operating systems, and databases. Programme Aims - To provide a suitable, multi-disciplinary training for a career in the important and expanding field of computing. - To satisfy the needs of both of the students who intend to pursue a career in the computing industry and of those who might like to pursue further research. What do Software Engineers do? Skills to be gained from the program (Graduate competencies) The programme is designed such that on completion of its courses, the graduates should be able to: - Become Technopreneurs in the field of Software Engineering. - Analyze, identify and define the Software Engineering requirements appropriate to various problems - Design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs. - Analyze the local and global impact of software engineering on individuals, organizations and society. - Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for software engineering practice. - Evolve and re-engineer legacy software . - Manage the Software Project from initiation through to closure. Graduate Attributes - Technopreneurship Skills - Critical thinking & Problem Solving Skills - Analytical Skills - Leadership skills and Proactiveness - Teamwork Skills - Communication Skills - Information Management & Lifelong learning Skills - Learning Skills - Ethics & Integrity - Project Management Skills - Software Quality Management Skills

University

Zimbabwe Open University

Zimbabwe has a growing Information and Communications industry. The sustained growth of that sector is among other issues reliant on human capital development. Currently this industry is serviced by graduates from conventional universities, technical colleges and polytechnics. The Faculty of Technology exists to empower students with relevant skills to meet these industrial challenges and needs through open distance learning pedagogies. Today, the computing field has grown into a number of distinct bodies of knowledge. These include Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering and many other variations. Information Technology (IT) as a body of knowledge requires specialised training and orientation. Today there is a glaring training gap in the information and communication technologies industry. Most universities are offering Computer Science. The Bachelor of Software Engineering is designed to provide an in-depth coverage of topics in software engineering. Throughout the program, students will develop skills to confidently perform and manage activities at every stage of the life cycle of large-scale software systems. The Software Engineering programme is aimed at: Producing graduates who will utilize state-of-the-art knowledge, techniques, and technologies in requirements analysis, design, construction, testing, implementation, and evolution of software systems. Producing graduates who are capable of undertaking research and development in the field of software engineering and software-related technology. Producing graduates who will assume professional and managerial roles guided by knowledge of technopreneurship and ethical, legal, and social issues. SE Professional Career Prospects Today, information technology is such an integral part of most businesses that the profession of being a computer expert has broadened into a multitude of specialised occupations, involving networking, software development, computer security, and designing graphics or interfaces. The following are some of the possible professional options for a graduate of this programme: Maintenance Technician-Hotline technician (Hot Liner), Network technician, Network Administrator, Databases Administrator, System engineer, Network engineer. Conception / Realisation- Analyst-programmer (developer), Information systems architect, Website administrator (webmaster), Web designer, Interface designer Marketing/ Commercial/ Management -Product manager, Consultant, Project engineer, IT project manager, Information security officer (ISO), Information systems Director (ISD) Academic-Postgraduate work, Lecturer/ Teaching, Research and development

University

Women's University in Africa

The objectives of the programme are to: Produce highly qualified graduates who are able to understand and operate effectively in the world of challenging and changing information and computing technology. Gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in both computing and management. Strikes a balance between learning current techniques, which are important in the marketplace, and learning the underlying fundamentals and theories, which will be longer lasting and which will provide a sound basis for understanding and evaluating new approaches, techniques and technologies, and even new theories. Produce graduates who, with appropriate experience, will become hybrid managers i.e. managers/information systems analysts/computer scientists, well versed in the tools, techniques, approaches and philosophies necessary for the successful introduction of complex information and communication technologies in today's fast-changing world.

University

Arrupe Jesuit University

The program focuses on building the students’ mathematical, analytical and programming skills relevant to the Information Age. It is an interdisciplinary major for students who wish to combine information technology with management, leadership and entrepreneurship. The students will learn cutting edge technology, web design, systems programming, software development, computer and mobile networking, and communication technologies. They will also learn social and business skills for delivering information using creative, intelligent and innovative methods. It is a practice-oriented, critical analysis based, development and maintenance of computer infrastructure in a highly professional and ethical manner. The programme seeks innovation and creativity from the students to solve business, government, medical, academic and every day problems using sustainable ICT. Career Opportunities/Matophonic Journey - Systems Administrator - Computer Programmer - Software Developer - Cisco Certified Technician - Web Designer and Developer - Systems Analyst - Software Support Specialist/Engineer - Networking Solutions Consultant - High School ICT Tutor - Network Administrator