Admissions 2021: "In-depth questions and answers" about IT major at Dai Nam University

Training programs, learning environment, degree value, job opportunities, future career trends, opportunities for advanced study... are concerns and questions of young people before choosing a career. Below are common questions and answers of candidates when learning about the Information Technology (IT) major at Dai Nam University.

DIFFERENCES IN THE IT TRAINING PROGRAM AT DAI NAM UNIVERSITY (FIT-DNU)

- What is new and different about studying IT at FIT-DNU compared to other training institutions?

From the 2021-2022 school year, FIT-DNU's IT training program will change to suit the trend of university digital transformation. The training program is designed to be streamlined, eliminating outdated content, continuing to focus on practical requirements and developing quality improvements to stay ahead of modern trends.

The Faculty of Information Technology is one of the key faculties of Dai Nam University.

05 differences only available at FIT-DNU:

1. With the bachelor's program at FIT-DNU, after each year, students will be trained to acquire the basic knowledge, skills and qualities required for job positions such as: "Application Analyst", "Programmer", "Design Engineer" and "System Architect" from the first to the fourth year respectively.

After each school year, students can meet the recruitment needs of businesses with corresponding positions, can take exams to get certificates to work. When conditions permit, students can return to school to complete the remaining subjects and receive a diploma.

After more than a decade of construction and development, the Faculty of Information Technology has gathered thousands of students.

2. From the first year to the fourth year, each week, students have an internship of 8 hours a day following a process with actual work content similar to that in a business.

3. Basic subjects will be taught after specialized subjects. Right from the first year, students are trained to have an overview of the IT industry in different fields, have a passion for the profession and have some basic programming skills to be able to work in businesses.

4. Students at FIT-DNU will participate in product research and development (R&D) programs with businesses, FIT-DNU's innovative technology startups, and scientific research with leading professors in the country and around the world.

5. FIT-DNU trains students in Skills, Technological Knowledge and Attitude which are the 3 factors leading to lifelong success.

FIT-DNU trains students in Skills, Technological Knowledge and Attitude which are the 3 factors leading to lifelong success.

- How is the application orientation according to business requirements reflected in FIT-DNU's training program?

First of all, FIT-DNU cooperates closely with businesses (VietSoftware International, AI Academy Vietnam, i3-vietnam, Rikkeisoft, Bkav, Technology and Vietnam Television, ...); continuously improves content (mainly practical content and new technology) according to business requirements. Businesses participate in training in some subjects, students have the opportunity to participate in technology development cooperation projects of the Faculty and businesses.

Corporate training cooperation brings a modern, professional practice and experience environment for students.

Second, from the first year students will have weekly practice, working according to industry standard processes with real development projects.

Third, FIT-DNU students will have the appropriate skills to adapt quickly to the working environment at the enterprise.

Fourth, the modern core curriculum, which can be supplemented with the most modern short-term technological training programs that are in great demand in the market.

- What subjects will I study at FIT-DNU?

At FIT-DNU, students will study basic subjects, skills, and foreign languages. In addition, there are specialized subjects, taught by the departments of Digital Infrastructure and Internet of Things, Data and Knowledge Technology, Smart Applications and Digital Transformation of Enterprises. The practical subjects will be managed by the Center for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

There are nearly 40 courses and 12 electives in total, mainly on the latest technology. This list will be expanded every year to meet the needs of students and businesses.

Updated training program, learner-centered and competency-based output standards.

- What majors does DNU's IT industry have?

FIT-DNU does not assign majors to students. All FIT-DNU students are trained according to a common, unified program of Bachelor of Information Technology. However, each individual can choose electives, choose research groups, develop and practice according to different directions.

Currently, FIT-DNU has over 12 research directions, with many topics, divided into 3 main subjects: Digital Infrastructure and Internet of Things, Data and Knowledge Technology, Smart Applications and Digital Transformation. Students can also obtain professional certificates to delve into different technological directions.

- Does Dai Nam's IT industry have high-quality specialized classes?

At FIT - DNU there are no high-quality specialized classes, instead, good students will have many opportunities to join research groups with leading domestic and foreign experts, develop technology, real products in cooperation projects with leading businesses.

Currently, FIT - DNU is building joint training programs in cooperation with foreign countries, so that good and excellent students have the opportunity to participate.

- Does the Faculty of Information Technology of Dai Nam University offer a major in "Graphic Design"?

FIT - DNU teaches Computer Graphics and Multimedia in the 4th year. However, many subjects from the 1st to the 3rd year are related to graphic design. The practical subject (8 hours per week) also includes the content of “Graphic Design”.

However, to design art for Web, Mobile interface or PC, you need to study more specialized programs with certificates organized by companies and experts right at school during the first to fourth year or after graduation. You can also take more related subjects at the Faculty of Communication and E-commerce under the Faculty of Information Technology.

FIT-DNU'S "REVERSE" TEACHING METHOD

- What is different about the teaching method of DNU IT faculty compared to other schools?

Most training institutions today teach IT from simple to complex, from basic to skills, then to systems. FIT-DNU is the opposite. Students start from the big picture, from real systems, and then delve into the components. This approach inspires students, avoiding the absorption of abstract, heavy concepts with unclear practical meaning.

FIT-DNU focuses on practical teaching.

FIT-DNU will equip students with basic skills before teaching basic subjects.

FIT-DNU places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning. FIT-DNU students are guaranteed at least 100 hours of guided practice each semester, in addition to homework time. In total, the average student will have over 1,000 “flight hours” on the computer by the time they graduate.

DEGREE VALUE

- After graduation, will I receive a Bachelor's degree or an IT Engineer degree?

After completing the 4-year program at FIT-DNU, FIT-DNU students will be awarded a Bachelor of Information Technology degree.

After each academic year, starting from the first year, if desired, FIT-DNU students can study for 3 more weeks to be awarded the certificate of "IT Technician", 2nd year: "Programmer", 3rd year: "IT Application Designer", 4th year: "BA in IT", students study for 3 more weeks to be awarded the certificate of "IT System Integrator".

After the fifth year, get an IT engineering degree or “IT Specialist” certification for higher paying job opportunities.

In addition to the above program, IT students of Dai Nam University can participate in short-term and long-term professional training courses on skills and technology at the school to improve their competitiveness.

- Can a bachelor's degree in IT from FIT-DNU be used to apply for postgraduate studies at universities abroad?

FIT-DNU's bachelor's degree in IT is fully eligible for postgraduate study at the best universities abroad.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN IT INDUSTRY

- What are the current job opportunities in the IT industry?

In the coming years, no industry will have a labor market as large as the IT industry. Currently, there is a shortage of IT human resources all over the world. Vietnam is no exception, the immediate need is to need about half a million more workers, far exceeding the capacity of universities. Therefore, IT is the industry that is easiest to find a job, the salary is relatively high, stable and increases very quickly after a few years of experience.

With the new training program, opportunities will increase significantly, as FIT-DNU partner companies will recruit from the second year onwards for their development projects. After graduation, if qualified, the entire development team will be recruited directly into the company, without a probationary period.

- After studying IT at DNU, what positions, jobs, and where can I work in a business?

After graduation, IT students can work for most businesses, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, schools, research institutes, study abroad and continue studying engineering, master's or doctoral programs.

At businesses, FIT-DNU students can work as technical staff, repairing office equipment, computers, mobile phones, installing software user manuals, analyzing application systems to provide technology consulting to businesses.

IT is a field of study with a "huge" income, second only to Medicine and Real Estate.

FIT-DNU students can be good programmers in software companies, programming proficiently on different platforms from the second year. From the third year, students will delve into designing and integrating systems, to be able to take on the role of design engineers, architects, even software project managers, building Web services.

FIT-DNU students also have the skills to take care of customers, test and start up IT businesses. In particular, FIT-DNU students understand the trend of digital transformation and IT application in businesses to advise business leaders and government agencies on organizational restructuring.

In IT companies, specializing in software, hardware, network technology or consulting, FIT-DNU students can take on almost any product development and service delivery position. FIT-DNU students can start with programming, testing, system administration, product maintenance, or customer care. Then they will have an advantage in promotion opportunities to design engineer, team leader, project manager, etc.

In all companies, FIT-DNU students are capable of working as technicians, technical support, system operators, and can also advise company leaders on investment projects in IT infrastructure or software applications. If given the opportunity, FIT-DNU students can hold important positions such as IT department heads, or CIOs, IT leaders in large enterprises.

- Can third-year students use their knowledge to work part-time?

Absolutely, even after the first year, you can work in technical support, repair and warranty of equipment, computers, and software installation. After the second year, you can participate in programming projects of businesses and the Faculty. From the third year, design skills will be taught, enough to meet the current professional needs of the market. If you add some certificates, third-year students of FIT-DNU will be favored by companies from the third year.

With the new training program, DNU IT students can work in businesses after completing their first year.

- If I study IT but don't know how to code, can I get a job after graduation?

The IT industry is very broad and has a lot of work, not just coding. In an IT company alone, you can work as a tester, customer service, system administrator, equipment maintenance, data analysis, software operation... (that's just to name a few very small jobs that are in almost endless demand).

However, studying at FIT-DNU, you will be given the opportunity to learn to code, and will not be afraid of coding from the first year. By the second year, you will be trained to master it.

INCOME LEVEL AFTER GRADUATION

- What is the salary after I graduate from university with a degree in IT?

There is no specific number, because there are many parameters: the candidate's abilities and personality, the employer's needs and field of activity, development prospects, sustainability and risk of employment.

However, after the probationary period, the average starting salary in the IT industry is currently from 8-12 million/month, not including seniority. The salary will increase very quickly depending on the experience you have.

FIT-DNU will have cooperation programs with businesses so that you can accumulate experience right after the first year, which can help you find a job with a higher salary.

In addition, FIT-DNU also has special training programs to work for foreign companies with starting salaries of up to 20 million (if working domestically) or 50 million (if working abroad). These programs will require both reasonable efforts and financial investment.

IT is a hot and leading major in the digital age.

- How long does it take to graduate from IT at Dai Nam to get a salary of $2000?

This is a good but difficult question because there is no general answer for everyone. There are people who will never achieve that salary, if they are lazy in studying and working, do not have solid knowledge and do not make efforts to improve themselves. On the other hand, life is very long, the current salary does not fully reflect a person's ability, qualities and future.

If you are a good student (not necessarily excellent), know how to persevere in studying, researching, especially practicing foreign languages, professional skills, grasping development trends and entering a good environment within 10 years, plus a little luck, you will have the opportunity to get that salary.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDY

- After graduating from FIT-DNU, can I study abroad and pursue postgraduate programs such as Master's or PhD?

Bachelor's degree graduates from FIT-DNU are fully able and encouraged to pursue higher education at home and abroad.

FIT-DNU students have comprehensive and basic knowledge to continue their higher studies. Advantages in programming skills, using English documents, and cultural integration will be a plus for FIT-DNU students.

FIT-DNU can organize specialized training courses in foreign languages and specialized knowledge to help students who want to study abroad and further their studies, when needed.

FIT-DNU is building training cooperation and joint training programs with training research institutions and famous universities at home and abroad.

Leading professors and scientists in the FIT-DNU International Scientific Advisory Board from famous universities around the world and domestically can also help FIT-DNU students study abroad and further their studies.

FIT-DNU also focuses on consulting on studying abroad and continuing education at higher levels for students in need.

Choosing IT is a choice that never goes out of style.

FIT-DNU'S SCHOLARSHIPS AND STUDENT SUPPORT POLICIES

- During the learning process, how will IT students receive support from the faculty and the school?

FIT-DNU teachers always closely monitor students' learning and can organize tutoring and special support for poor students.

In addition, the faculty's learning community, which gathers excellent students, will help tutor weaker students to achieve the best learning results.

The team of homeroom teachers is enthusiastic and closely follows each student's situation throughout their time at school.

In particular, Dai Nam University of Information Technology students also have the opportunity to receive valuable scholarships such as: Talent Encouragement Scholarship worth 100% and 50% of tuition, study encouragement scholarship, high-quality class scholarship, business scholarship...

In the 2021 school year, Dai Nam University grants 100% and 50% of the first semester tuition fees for the 2021-2022 school year, with no limit on the number of new students of K15.

HOW TO BECOME AN IT STUDENT AT DAI NAM UNIVERSITY?

- Please advise me on the admission methods for the IT major at Dai Nam University in 2021?

To become a student of Information Technology at Dai Nam University, you can apply for admission in two forms below:

Considering Academic Records: Considering the scores of 3 subjects according to the 12th grade admission combination from 18 points or higher, the admission combinations:

A00: Math, Physics, Chemistry

A01: Math, Physics, English

A10: Math, Physics, Civics

D84: Math, Civics, English

Considering High School Graduation Exam Scores: Register your preference for Information Technology - Code 7480201 of Dai Nam University (DDN) as your priority preference. The admission score will be announced based on the quality assurance threshold (expected to be announced on August 5).

FACULTY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - DAI NAM UNIVERSITY