Technology and computing degrees in Argentina
Information Systems, computer engineering, informatics, programmer analyst, data science, computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics and others: they are technology and computing degrees you can study in Argentina.
If you like understanding how an app works, you write your own little programs or you stay up late testing a new program, that's a good place to start.
How technology and computing is studied in Argentina
There are short degrees, such as Programmer Analyst or Software Development, and longer ones, such as Computer Engineering or Computer Science. They differ in length and depth, so check what qualification each one awards.
They are studied at public and private universities in Ciudad de Buenos Aires, La Plata, Tucumán, BahÃa Blanca, Tandil or Rafaela, among other cities. The programs include a lot of hands-on practice and projects that are delivered working. For undergraduate degrees, CONEAU publishes information about those that have been evaluated.
Technology and computing degrees in Argentina
Among those studied in Argentina are Information Systems, Informatics, Systems Analysis and Computer Science.
Information Systems focuses on software development and maintenance; Systems Analysis, on studying an organization's processes to know what systems it needs; Computer Science puts more weight on theory and algorithms; Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics work with data and machines that learn. Robotics and Computer Engineering overlap with engineering degrees in Argentina, and Video Game Design with design ones.
Where to study technology and computing in Argentina
Universidad Nacional de Tres de Febrero (UNTREF)Sáenz Peña · PublicComputingSound EditingComputer EngineeringInformation Systems
Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires (ITBA)Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires · PrivateComputer EngineeringArtificial IntelligenceData Science
Universidad CAECE (CAECE)Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires · PrivateInformation SystemsData ScienceArtificial Intelligence
Universidad de Belgrano (UB)Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires · PrivateComputingInformation SystemsProgrammer Analyst
Universidad del Salvador (USal)Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires · PrivateComputingInformation SystemsComputer Engineering
Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP)La Plata · PublicProgrammer AnalystComputingComputer Engineering
Universidad Nacional de Rafaela (UNRaf)Rafaela · PublicComputer EngineeringVideo Game DesignRobotics
Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (UNCPBA)Tandil · PublicProgrammer AnalystComputer EngineeringComputingHow to choose between them
Think about what entertains you without anyone suggesting it: if you keep building something until it works, if you are more intrigued by the logic behind a system or how people will use it, if you are drawn to analyzing data or making games.
Then decide how much time you want to devote to it before starting work. A short path gets you to practice quickly; a long one adds more theoretical grounding.
If you're torn between Informatics and Systems Analysis, think about whether you're more drawn to how a program works on the inside or what the person who will use it needs. The career test can also guide you.
To read before choosing
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Programmer Analyst and Informatics Engineering?
Programmer Analyst is a shorter degree focused on the practice of programming; Informatics Engineering is longer and adds technical and project management training.
How long do these degrees take in Argentina?
Programmer Analyst and Software Development are short; Information Systems, Informatics, Data Science or Robotics are in the middle, and Informatics Engineering and Computer Science are the longest.
Do I need to know how to program before starting?
Generally not: the programs start from the basics. If you want to know if you like it, try a language on your own, even just for a little while.
Can I study technology if math isn't my thing?
It depends on the degree: those that work with data, artificial intelligence or computing theory use more math; others focus on systems and processes.
How do I know if an engineering or bachelor's degree in informatics is accredited?
Check CONEAU, which publishes the evaluated university degrees.