The information technology and informatics major begins with two
prerequisite courses required for admission. Students normally take
these courses during their first or sophomore year. Once students are
admitted to the major, the prerequisite classes are followed by four
required courses (3 credits each) and an additional 21 credits drawn
from a bank of ITI major elective courses. The prerequisite classes are
04:189:103 Information Technology and Informatics (3), together with
either 04: 189:101 Introduction to Communication and Information
Systems and Processes (3) or 04:189:102 Introduction to Media Systems
and Processes (3).
The Department of Library and Information
Science seeks a highly motivated and diverse student body. Admission to
the information technology and informatics major is highly competitive
and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.
Minimum requirements include a grade-point average of 2.0 or better; a
combined average of C+ in 04:189:103 and 04:189:101 or 102, with
neither grade lower than a C; a grade of C or better in Expository
Writing; and performance in the specified writing task to be included
with the application package. The writing task is assessed on four
criteria: ability to think and formulate ideas in clear, concise
writing; ability to communicate or articulate a position demonstrating
logic and/or creativity; demonstrate knowledge of technology issues in
society; and courtesy to readers, that is, format, spelling, grammar,
punctuation, and usage. In addition to the prerequisite courses,
consideration is given to students who have taken courses that
contribute to a broad understanding of the human, social, cultural,
political, and economic environments as well as information technology-
related courses. The admissions committee is comprised of faculty from
within the Department of Library and Information Science, and all
applications are reviewed independently by several faculty.
Applications are available on the school's web site (http://www.scils.rutgers.edu) and
are due by close of business on the dates specified on the application
instructions. Students are strongly encouraged to consult the school`s
web site for up-to-date information regarding the application
procedures, program requirements, course offerings, and special
programs.
The information technology and informatics program does not offer a minor.
