Business Computing, BSc Hons

Strong themes in this programme include the management of IT within an organisation, project management of computing projects, security issues in computer and business systems, and the deployment of computing systems at an enterprise level.

The programme also provides a good understanding of modern business organisations, structures and business functions, and the role that computing and computing information systems play in them. It helps students to understand how computer systems are developed and trains them to design and build these systems to meet real business needs. It also focuses on the integration of computer systems and their interaction with the business process.

This programme also helps students to develop the personal and professional skills needed to communicate and work effectively with those around them, whether they are computing or business professionals. In addition, the broad-based approach allows a flexible learning experience as students can select individual courses in various related areas, such as information systems and business-oriented computing.

UCAS code

G402 G BSc/BusC

School

Computing & Mathematical Sciences

Location

Greenwich Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
6 years part-time

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

A minimum of 240 UCAS points

AT LEAST two A-levels, BTEC National, DVCE or equivalent qualifications

PLUS GCSEs in English and mathematics at grade C or above, or equivalent qualifications.

– Applications from students taking Access to Higher Education courses are welcome.

Assessment

Students are assessed through exams, coursework and a project.

Professional recognition

This programme has full CITP accreditation from the British Computer Society (BCS), the chartered body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. This means that on successful graduation from this programme, you will have fulfilled the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP).

Career options

Graduates can find employment in many computing areas in business, such as IT management and support, business computing consultancy, project management and Internet and e-commerce applications.

Year 1

Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
Computer Programming (30 credits)
Systems Building (30 credits)
Communication Systems (15 credits)
Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)

Year 2

Value Chain Management (30 credits)
Organisation and Project Management (30 credits)
Systems Building OR Computer and Network Systems (30 credits)
One or two options from: Systems Building (30); Computer and Network Systems (30); Application Program Development (15); Business Systems Applications (15); Computer Programming (15); Database Applications Technologies (15) (30 credits)

Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Individual Project on a topic chosen by the student (30 credits)
International Business (30 credits)
Enterprise Business Systems Integration (30 credits)
One option from a list that currently includes: Web Application Technologies; Modern Database Management; E-Technology; Management and Planning of IT; HCI and Interaction Design; Computing Education and Communications; Enterprise Systems Management and Security; Network Management and Security; System Building (30 credits)

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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