VIU ITAS students  work on their final projects

Information Technology and Applied Systems (ITAS)

Skills for the future

Information technology and information systems are two of the fastest growing sectors in Canada and around the world. We work with local and global industry to make sure graduates are top candidates in these in-demand fields.

The ITAS experience

There are two ITAS diplomas, Web and Mobile Development diploma and Systems Administration and Networking diploma. In both diploma’s you can expect:

  • project-based classes that prepare you for industry roles
  • hands-on learning
  • to develop practical career-ready skills
  • industry-experienced instructors teaching the latest technologies
  • to graduate a top candidate for rewarding, in-demand professions  
  • supportive professional community to guide your career

The diplomas are cohort based which means you learn with the same group of people in a dedicated classroom. You have your own workstation, so you don’t need your own computer.

Program options

Systems Administration and Networking diploma

Systems and network administrators are a key part of the IT workforce. They work with cloud systems, servers, operating systems and the networking equipment that keeps modern communication flowing. You will:

  • develop skills designing, managing, and securing complex IT systems
  • build secure systems in fun, project-based classes
  • gain hands-on experience using industry-grade hardware

Career opportunities

Graduates of the VIU Systems Administration and Networking diploma have rewarding careers as:

  • Systems administrators
  • Solutions architect
  • Network engineer
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Cloud computing specialist

Learn more

Visit the Systems Administration and Networking diploma page for Program Costs and complete Admission Requirements.

Web and Mobile Development diploma

Web and mobile developers design and work with applications that people use every day for everything from booking a flight to using social media. You will:

  • master development environments aligned with industry trends
  • build applications for web and mobile
  • develop technical solutions to real-world problems for real clients

Career opportunities

Graduates of the VIU Web and Mobile Development diploma have rewarding careers as:

  • Full-stack web developers
  • Mobile app developer
  • Database administrator
  • Systems Analyst
  • Developer
  • Cyber security analyst/developer
  • AI application developer

Learn more

Visit the Web and Mobile Development diploma page for Program Costs and complete Admission Requirements.

ITAS Student Project Fairs

The Student Project Fair showcases the year-end projects created by our students.

Student Project Fair 2024

ITAS Student Project Fair 2023

Curious?

Come and checkout ITAS for yourself. Arrange a class shadow and meet our instructors and students. Contact us to schedule a visit.

Contact us

ITAS information session 

Not sure which diploma suits you? We offer options to switch diplomas after you’ve started.

After you complete either ITAS diploma, you can ladder into the third year of various IT and IS degree programs. You’ll also be prepared to write some industry certifications.

Apply

To become a student in the ITAS Systems Administration and Networking diploma or the ITAS Web and Mobile Development diploma , apply to VIU.

No prior IT experience is required to enter our diploma programs.