The BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology (BIT) course will provide you with knowledge and skills that bridge the gap between IT and Business to drive digital transformation, innovation and growth. It aims to provide you with the skills and experience needed to communicate and collaborate effectively with business users in both technical and non-technical industries. While the course contains a broad underpinning of traditional computing skills, it also focuses heavily on the highly sought-after digital transformation skills critical to keeping companies advancing in an informa...
The BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology (BIT) course will provide you with knowledge and skills that bridge the gap between IT and Business to drive digital transformation, innovation and growth. It aims to provide you with the skills and experience needed to communicate and collaborate effectively with business users in both technical and non-technical industries. While the course contains a broad underpinning of traditional computing skills, it also focuses heavily on the highly sought-after digital transformation skills critical to keeping companies advancing in an information age.<br/><br/>Throughout your computing degree, you will be supported by expert teaching staff, many of whom have worked in the field of computing, are active in transformational research and are continually innovating with industry partners to achieve success.<br/><br/>**Professional Placement Year**<br/><br/>This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies.<br/><br/>If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.<br/><br/>Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Millennium Point Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
I201
Institution Code
B25
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff112 Please note: If you qualify for our BCU Accelerate scheme, you could receive an offer that is two grades below our normal entry requirements. Scottish Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Maths at Advanced level. Access to HE DiplomaPass with 60 credits. At least 45 credits at level 3 with 18 credits with Merit or Distinction. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics, or Computing. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. Required subjects: One of Computer Science, Chemistry, Design Technology or Physics at Higher Level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects. Required subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing at Higher Level. GCSE/National 4/National 5This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: One from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. A levelB,B,C A Level: 112 UCAS tariff points / BBC (or equivalent). Must include one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing at A Level or level 3 equivalent. AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. T LevelM Merit overall. Accepted subjects: Digital Production, Design and Development; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Media, Broadcast and Production. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,085 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |