Program Overview

Information Technology (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Information technology (IT) is an integral part of our lives. Working with IT involves finding technological solutions to everyday communication needs – if you have a logical mind, enjoy problem solving and prefer working with people and packages (rather than programming) then the IT sector could be an ideal career for you.

Course Overview

• Accredited by British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT
• Work placement option available
• 100% of information technology students agreed that teaching staff supported their learning (National Student Survey 2024)

Course Details

Foundation Year Core Modules

• Computational Thinking and Mathematics
  • Study the fundamental concepts of problem-solving, algorithms and data structure, and how they can be integrated to create solutions to complex computational tasks.
• Development Project
  • Working in small teams, you design, develop and demonstrate a software solution that relates to an agreed specification following an agile development methodology.
• Information Systems
  • Learn the tools, techniques and methods you need to develop information systems such as gathering requirements, requirements modelling, designing data models and implementing a solution.
• Programming Fundamentals
  • Gain an introduction to programming if you have little or no experience of it.

Year 1 Core Modules

• Business Enterprise
  • Study the circular economy and the business opportunities it presents. Develop your own business idea and create a venture with social impact that's part of the circular economy.
• Rapid Application Development
  • You learn about the concept of rapid development applications. And you get experience in analysing, designing and building web database applications using a tools-driven approach.
• Secure Computers and Networks
  • Cover a full range of computer and network security issues. Study systematic approaches to managing security risks, identification and authentication, elementary cryptography, network technology and relevant security issues.
• Systems Design and Databases
  • To produce a successful, robust, user-friendly system or application, you need to start by analysing your stakeholders’ requirements and developing a detailed design.

Year 2 Core Modules

• AI and Cloud Solutions for Business
  • You take a tools-driven approach to developing business solutions and workflows that incorporate artificial intelligence and cloud technologies.
• Enterprise Project
  • You develop a solution, proposal, product or service in response to an enterprise challenge set by industry partners or business clients.
• IT Systems and Information Security
  • You explore IT systems and computer information security concepts and practices, as well as their risks, and legal and ethical considerations.
• Relational and NoSQL Databases
  • Learn how to design and implement database applications to meet business needs using industry-standard database technologies.

Optional Work Placement Year

• Work placement
  • You have the option to spend one year in industry learning and developing your skills.

Final-Year Core Modules

• Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation
  • Develop your ability to visualise data and implement business intelligence solutions to support business needs.
• Client-focused Digital Transformation
  • Consultancy is widely used within industry. A client’s organisation needs to collaborate closely with the consultant to design and implement digital transformation strategies in line with business objectives.
• Computing Project
  • Produce a substantial artefact related to the computing field, and write a report and commented walk-through video, with supervision from our academic staff.

How You Learn

• You are taught by a combination of lectures and practical sessions per module.
• Lectures concentrate on teaching the principles while practical sessions allow you to put these principles into practice.

How You Are Assessed

• Assessment is a mixture of examinations and in-course assessments, using case studies and technical exercises.

Entry Requirements

• Any combination of level 3 qualifications.
• You also need a maths GCSE grade 4, Level 2 Key Skills (Application of Number) or Level 2 Functional Skills.

Employability

• The combination of academic study and intensive practical work will prepare you for a variety of specialist roles in user support, systems analysis and systems development.
• Selected option paths could also lead to careers in network support or web design.

Tuition Fees

• UK applicants: £9,535 a year
• International applicants: £17,000 a year

Duration

• 4 years (5 with work placement)

UCAS Code

• I200 BSc/ITFY

Start Date

• September

Semester Dates

• Available on the university website

Typical Offer

• 48-64 points

Overview of Entry Requirements

• Available on the university website

Apply Online

• Available on the university website