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Welcome from the chair of Information Technology
Krishani Abeysekera Welcome to the Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Information Technology (BAS-IT) program at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. The School of Science and Computer Engineering (SCE) hosts the BAS-IT program.
 
A BAS in IT emphasizes both theory and hands-on application. BAS-IT prepares students in a variety of careers such as systems administrator, network administrator, computer specialist, database manager, computer technician, computer security manager, computer systems manager, etc. within commercial, industrial, educational and government institutions. Graduates will be ready to design, implement and maintain the information technology infrastructure used in business management.
 
The objectives of the program are:
  • To advance the career of professionals holding an associates degree in information technology or a related field.
  • To help information technology professionals learn about latest developments in their field.
  • To address the shortage of information technology workers in the UHCL service area.
 
With a BAS IT degree from UHCL, the world is your technological oyster. Graduates will have a better chance of getting a technical, administration or managerial position in information technology. Opportunities for careers in in systems and network administrations, technical management, technical support, website development, etc. have increased steadily. And these opportunities exist in the commercial, industrial, educational and governmental sectors.


 
UHCL alumni blend their solid technical knowledge with practical, hands-on training. Their training qualifies them for work in various technical and management positions developing, operating, maintaining and support information technology infrastructure.
 
For more information about the IT program, visit the About Us page. For questions or comments about the website, please contact the IT chairperson, Ms. Krishani Abeysekera.
 
 
Dean's Scholarship Award UHCL Scholarship Application Instructions
UHCL Scholarship Application
Scholarship Criteria:
  • Must have applied to UHCL, paid the application fee and have a UHCL identification number
  • Must be planning to enroll as a first time UHCL undergraduate student for the spring 2012 semester
  • Must be planning to enroll for a minimum of 6 credit hours
  • Major must be Bachelor of Science in Physics or Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology
Scholarship Award is $2,000 (Fall and Spring awards are contingent on remaining in academic good standing and completion of a minimum of 6 credit hours each applicable semester)
  • $500/Spring 2012
  • $500/Fall 2012
  • $500/Spring 2013
  • $500/Fall 2013
Recipients of competitive scholarships MAY be eligible for a waiver of the non-resident portion of tuition for the duration of the award. Questions regarding this scholarship may be emailed to Leslie Wells at wells@uhcl.edu.