BSc (Hons) Information & Communication Technology
Bridge the Digital Divide. Engineer the Future of Business and Society.
Program Overview
Our ICT program blends the theoretical foundations of computing with the practical skills needed to design, implement, and manage modern information systems. You will gain expertise in networking, software development, database management, and cybersecurity, preparing you to be the crucial link between business needs and technological solutions.
Why This Program?
- •Get hands-on access to our Cisco Networking Academy, AWS Academy, and Microsoft Learn labs for industry-recognized training and certifications.
- •Work on real-world projects through our Tech Innovation Hub, partnering with local startups and NGOs.
- •Specialize in high-demand areas like Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Software Engineering through dedicated course tracks.
- •Be taught by faculty who are active industry consultants, ensuring curriculum relevance to the latest tech trends.
Real-World Importance
•ICT professionals are the backbone of the digital transformation sweeping every industry.
•They don't just fix computers; they architect the cloud networks that businesses run on, develop the apps we use daily, secure sensitive data from cyber threats, and analyze big data to drive strategic decisions.
•In Nigeria's rapidly growing tech ecosystem, ICT graduates are the engine of innovation, enabling efficiency, creating new business models, and connecting communities..
Curriculum Overview
Program Structure
Key Topics
Course Outline
Year 1: Computing Fundamentals
Year 2: Core ICT Systems
Year 3: Advanced Applications
Year 4: Specialization & Capstone
Career Opportunities
Software Developer/Engineer
Potential Sectors:
Network/Systems Administrator
Potential Sectors:
IT Business Analyst
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Cybersecurity Analyst
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Data Analyst
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Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements
UTME Requirements
O'Level Requirements
- •English Language
- •Mathematics
- •Physics
- •Chemistry
- •Further Mathematics or Biology or Economics
Five (5) O'Level credit passes in Science subjects at not more than two sittings. Credit in Mathematics and Physics is mandatory.
JAMB Subjects
- •English Language (Compulsory)
- •Mathematics
- •Physics
- •Chemistry or Biology or Economics
JAMB Score Requirements
Minimum Score
150
Competitive Score
180
Practical technical skills and programming knowledge are highly valued alongside the score.
Direct Entry Requirements
Other Requirements
Grading System
Our Successful Alumni
David Ojukwu
Co-Founder & CTO, PayVantage
Class of 2018
"The SAU ICT program gave me the full stack of skills—from backend database design to frontend UX—that I needed to build a fintech product from the ground up. The innovation hub was our first office."
Did You Know?
Meet Your Department Head
Dr. Funmi Adeyemi
Professor of Network Systems & Cybersecurity
“Technology is a tool for solving human problems. Our ICT program is designed to create 'hybrid' professionals—those with deep technical knowledge and the business acumen to apply it effectively. We are building the next generation of tech leaders for Africa.”
A Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) and founder of a tech startup, Dr. Adeyemi is a renowned expert in network infrastructure and secure software development. She consults for major banks on their cybersecurity frameworks.
Accreditation
Exam Preparation
This program integrates preparation for industry certifications from Cisco (CCNA), Microsoft (Azure Fundamentals), AWS (Cloud Practitioner), and CompTIA (Security+).
Facilities & Resources
- •Cisco Networking Lab with physical routers and switches for real-world configuration.
- •Software Development Lab with high-performance computers and multiple OS environments.
- •Cyber Range for simulating cyber-attacks and defense exercises.
- •Tech Innovation Hub with meeting spaces and prototyping equipment.
Industry Connections
Partners
Initiatives
- •Annual Hackathon
- •Tech Career Fair
- •Startup Incubation Program
Scholarship Opportunities
Women in Tech Scholarship
Aimed at increasing female participation in the tech industry, awarded based on merit and a personal statement.