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, Systems Administration and Cybersecurity diploma and Web and Mobile Development 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 Cybersecurity diploma

Systems and network cybersecurity specialists are essential to today’s IT workforce. These professionals manage and secure the core technologies that keep organizations running – including servers, operating systems, network equipment, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity tools. They play a critical role in maintaining secure, reliable, and efficient IT environments. You will:

• learn to design, implement, manage and secure complex IT systems

• project-based classes prepare you for industry roles

• gain hands-on experience using industry-grade hardware

• practice teamwork, communication, and project management skills

Career opportunities

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

• Network administrators
• IT support technicians
• Cybersecurity analysts
• Solutions architects
• Cloud support technicians
• IT infrastructure specialists
• Ethical hackers

Learn more

Visit the Systems Administration and Cybersecurity 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.