Department of Informatics
The Department of Informatics is home to majors that reflect multiple disciplines representing a broad set of skills and professional attributes that are in high demand in business and technology industries. Our graduates have hands-on learning opportunities in software development, storage, information networks and management, human/computer interfaces, cyber security, mobile app development and electronic multi-media. In addition to some of the highest job placement rates, many of our students have opportunities to advance rapidly in their careers.
With graduates and alumni in both private and government sectors, we can connect you with opportunities in federal intelligence agencies like NSA, FBI, or Homeland Security; or with national and regional companies such as Nex-Tech/RuralTel, Cerner, Google, Cisco, Cargill, Koch Industries, Sprint, Verizon, In*Touch Solutions, NDG, CDW, and Zappos to name a few. We’ve had graduates with media emphases go on to work in the content side of the information industry with companies like Fox Sports, HGTV, KWCH, Time Warner Cable, Eagle Communications, NBCUniversal and many regional network affiliates around the country. Entrepreneurial students leaving our programs have successfully marketed commercial apps to companies such as eBay or started their own technology or website business, like majorspoilers.com.
Informatics at FHSU: Forward thinking. World ready.
Almost every industry depends on the use of Informatics; that’s why you need real-world and experiential learning opportunities when pursuing a major in Informatics.
When you study Informatics at FHSU, our caring faculty mentors will help you gain the hands-on experience you need to prepare you for an exciting career:
The Department of Informatics at FHSU has received national recognition for its excellent programs, both on-campus and online. Our Computer Networking and Telecommunications program was named “The Undergraduate Program of the Year” and the Masters of MPS in Web Development ranked #2 in the nation.
Jennifer Montenegro (2008)
Producer
KWCH Eyewitness News 12 Television
Wichita, KS
"The best part was the hands-on experience right from the start." Read More
Dylan Bathurst (2009)
Web Developer
Zappos
Las Vegas, NV
“I was able to land my first professional position before I had graduated from college!" Read More
David Jarnagin (2004)
Technology Consultant
Consolidated Graphics
Gainsville, FL
“The INT department curriculum doesn't just give a student a depth of knowledge in one area like Web development, internetworking, or media studies; it also gives the student a breadth of knowledge in leadership, public policy, and entrepreneurship.” Read More
Casey Lee (2003)
Network Administrator Assistant
First National Bank
Hays, KS
“The INT program at FHSU equipped me with the tools and knowledge required to build a strong foundation in the technology field.” Read More