This BSc (Hons) Emerging Technologies Top-Up programme is designed to give students a solid grounding within the technical themes of evolving technologies, namely, the Internet of Things, Big data, cloud computing, serverless computing, creation of smart solutions amongst others, as well as IT project management and team building and more generally within the theme of professional development. The graduates can take up demanding, responsible and exciting positions in the rapidly expanding industries that are embarking on creating solutions using emerging technologies. Additionally, the technologies within each module will be delivered in the context of business enablers, giving the students an insight into how businesses might deploy the technologies for competitive advantage.
There are many and varied career opportunities for graduates in the fields of emerging technologies in this evolving industry. These companies and organisations are large and strong in Mauritius and the region. Also, due to the global nature of this field, there are also career opportunities in other parts of the World. Possible jobs include Technical Consultant, System Analyst, System Programmer (AI & machine learning), Team Leader, Database Administrator, Software & Hardware Tester, Cloud support analyst, etc.
Professionals having a Diploma in IT and want to upskill their knowledge and change their career pathway.
Full-Time: Minimum 1 year (2 semesters) and Maximum 3 years (6 semesters)
Part-Time: Minimum 1.5 years (3 semesters) and Maximum 3.5 years (7 semesters)
BET3101C PROJECT MANAGEMENT & TEAM WORKING |
BET3102C ANALYTICAL DATABASES |
BET3103C CRYPTOGRAPHY FOR SECURITY |
BET3104C BLOCKCHAIN ESSENTIALS |
BET3206C SMART SOLUTION FOR MOBILE DEVICES |
BET3207C EMERGING NETWORKS AND PROGRAMMING |
BET3208C USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN |
BET3208C SERVERLESS COMPUTING |
BET3005C EMERGITECH CAPSTONE PROJECT |
Holding either a Diploma in Information Technology (Big Data Analytics) or a Diploma in Information Technology (Internet of Things) or a Diploma in Emerging Technologies or a Diploma relevant in Information & Communication Technology from a recognized institution, pitched at level 6 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), acceptable to the APL/APEL committee.
University of Technology, Mauritius
The cost of the course will vary according to the mode of delivery (full time/part time) you will opt. We are one of the institutions offering the same course at a very affordable price that suit your budget. Should you wish to sit for an examination, additional fees will be applicable depending on the examination centre.
Local | International |
Application Fee: Rs 1,000
Admin Fee: Rs 4,500 If you have not completed any recognised Diploma or Degree before, then you will definitely enjoy the privilege under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for the whole duration of course, offered by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Only Application and Administration fee will be applicable. Capstone Project- airfare of Rs 35,000 for 2 weeks study abroad in India. |
Application fee for international students USD 100.
We offer competitive international fees. Kindly contact the student affair officer on ‘studentaffairs@poly.ac.mu’ for more information. |