Business Computing, BSc Hons

Program Overview

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Business Computing, BSc Hons

Overview

Our business computing degree covers a range of themes important to businesses, including IT management, computing projects, and security issues. With our degree in business computing, you will learn how computing and information systems fit into business structures and functions, and how computer systems are developed.

Course Details

UCAS Points

104 (view full requirements)

Course/Institution Codes

G402 G BSc/BusC

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School

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Location

Greenwich Campus

Duration

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

Start Month

September

Home/International Fees 2025/26

£9,535 / £17,500

What You Should Know About This Course

• This practical degree covers both technical and theoretical issues relating to the development, management, and maintenance of information systems and applications.
• You’ll learn to enhance your academic knowledge and project management expertise in IT development and security issues within industry.
• The course provides a strong understanding of modern business structures and functions and how IT is used in such environments.
• 97% of BSc Business Computing students responded positively about the teaching on their course (National Student Survey, 2024)

Accreditation

Accredited by the BCS

Course Outline

Full-Time

Part-Time

Sandwich

Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules:

• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)
• Object-Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Programming Foundations (15 credits)
• Principles of Security (15 credits)
• Systems Development (15 credits)
• Software Engineering (15 credits)

Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules:

• Professional Project Management (15 credits)
• Agile Development with SCRUM (15 credits)
• Data and Web Analytics (15 credits)
• Information Analysis and Visualisation (15 credits)
• Operations Management (30 credits)

Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options:

• User Interface Design (15 credits)
• Information Security (15 credits)
• Web Programming 1 (15 credits)

Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options:

• Application Development (15 credits)
• Web Programming 2 (15 credits)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (15 credits)

Year 3

Option Set 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules:

• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)

Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options:

• Computing Education and Communication (30 credits)

Option Set 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules:

• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options:

• Information and Content Management (15 credits)
• Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)
• Information Retrieval (15 credits)
• IT Security and Privacy Risk Management (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options:

• Database Management and Administration (15 credits)
• Enterprise Web Software Development (15 credits)
• Application Development for Mobile Devices (15 credits)
• Computing Education Placement (15 credits)
• Requirements Management (15 credits)
• Machine Learning (15 credits)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• 104 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE, and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.

International Entry Requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Cohort | Full-time | Part-time | Distance Learning ---|---|---|--- Home* | £9,535 | £2,384 per 30 credits | N/A International | £17,500 | £4,375 per 30 credits | N/A

Other Costs

If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their own travel costs.

Scholarships and Bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help, including scholarships and bursaries.

Careers and Placements

Will I Have a Work Placement?

This course can be taken in sandwich mode, which means you can take a year to work in industry between your second and final years of study.

How Long Is My Placement?

Sandwich placements last for between 9-13 months.

What Are the Financial Arrangements?

Sandwich placements are paid roles.

What Sort of Careers Do Graduates Pursue?

Former students have secured placement years at Kent Connects, Oracle, and the European Bank for Reconstruction & Development.

Career opportunities exist in many computing areas, such as IT support, consultancy, internet, and e-commerce applications. Graduates can expect to work as independent consultants or in teams with other computer professionals to build and support modern computing systems.

Accommodation

Greenwich

Living in halls of residence is a great way to make new friends and get into the social side of university life. With four great locations, all minutes away from the campus and the centre of historic Greenwich, you will be at the heart of one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK.

Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym, and 24-hour security - and just a 10-minute train journey to central London. Students based at our Greenwich campus can also choose to live in the Student Village at Avery Hill, which is only a short ride on our free shuttle bus.

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Do You Provide Employability Services?

Employability activities take place all the time at Greenwich, and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible. The central Employability and Careers Service provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews, and employability skills workshops. In addition, your School has a dedicated Employability Officer who will be organising work-related activities throughout the year, which will help you to build your industry knowledge and networks.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

This practical degree covers both technical and theoretical issues relating to the development, management, and maintenance of information systems and applications. You'll learn to enhance your academic knowledge and project management expertise in IT development and security issues within industry. The course provides a strong understanding of modern business structures and functions and how IT is used in such environments. It is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

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Outline:

The Business Computing BSc Hons program is offered as a 3-year full-time, 6-year part-time, or 4-year sandwich program. It starts in September and is located at the Greenwich Campus.

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Full-time:

• Year 1:
• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)
• Object Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Programming Foundations (15 credits)
• Principles of Security (15 credits)
• Systems Development (15 credits)
• Software Engineering (15 credits)
• Year 2:
• Professional Project Management (15 credits)
• Agile Development with SCRUM (15 credits)
• Data and Web Analytics (15 credits)
• Information Analysis and Visualisation (15 credits)
• Operations Management (30 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• User Interface Design (15 credits)
• Information Security (15 credits)
• Web Programming 1 (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Application Development (15 credits)
• Web Programming 2 (15 credits)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (15 credits)
• Year 3:
• Option Set 1:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)
• Choose 30 credits from:
• Computing Education and Communication (30 credits)
• Option Set 2:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Information and Content Management (15 credits)
• Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)
• Information Retrieval (15 credits)
• IT Security and Privacy Risk Management (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Database Management and Administration (15 credits)
• Enterprise Web Software Development (15 credits)
• Application Development for Mobile Devices (15 credits)
• Computing Education Placement (15 credits)
• Requirements Management (15 credits)
• Machine Learning (15 credits)

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Part-time:

• Year 1:
• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Principles of Security (15 credits)
• Software Engineering (15 credits)
• Year 2:
• Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)
• Object Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Programming Foundations (15 credits)
• Systems Development (15 credits)
• Year 3:
• Professional Project Management (15 credits)
• Agile Development with SCRUM (15 credits)
• Data and Web Analytics (15 credits)
• Information Analysis and Visualisation (15 credits)
• Year 4:
• Operations Management (30 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• User Interface Design (15 credits)
• Information Security (15 credits)
• Web Programming 1 (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Application Development (15 credits)
• Web Programming 2 (15 credits)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (15 credits)
• Year 5:
• Option Set 1:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Choose 30 credits from:
• Computing Education and Communication (30 credits)
• Option Set 2:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Information and Content Management (15 credits)
• Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)
• Information Retrieval (15 credits)
• IT Security and Privacy Risk Management (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Database Management and Administration (15 credits)
• Enterprise Web Software Development (15 credits)
• Application Development for Mobile Devices (15 credits)
• Computing Education Placement (15 credits)
• Requirements Management (15 credits)
• Machine Learning (15 credits)
• Year 6:
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)

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Sandwich:

• Year 1:
• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)
• Object Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Programming Foundations (15 credits)
• Principles of Security (15 credits)
• Systems Development (15 credits)
• Software Engineering (15 credits)
• Year 2:
• Professional Project Management (15 credits)
• Agile Development with SCRUM (15 credits)
• Data and Web Analytics (15 credits)
• Information Analysis and Visualisation (15 credits)
• Operations Management (30 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• User Interface Design (15 credits)
• Information Security (15 credits)
• Web Programming 1 (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Application Development (15 credits)
• Web Programming 2 (15 credits)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (15 credits)
• Year 3:
• Work Placement Course - CMS
• Year 4:
• Option Set 1:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)
• Choose 30 credits from:
• Computing Education and Communication (30 credits)
• Option Set 2:
• International Management and Organisational Functions (30 credits)
• Final Year Projects (60 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Information and Content Management (15 credits)
• Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)
• Information Retrieval (15 credits)
• IT Security and Privacy Risk Management (15 credits)
• Choose 15 credits from:
• Database Management and Administration (15 credits)
• Enterprise Web Software Development (15 credits)
• Application Development for Mobile Devices (15 credits)
• Computing Education Placement (15 credits)
• Requirements Management (15 credits)
• Machine Learning (15 credits)

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Assessment:

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. We aim to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days.

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Teaching:

This degree employs a range of innovative teaching and learning methods. Lectures and labs/tutorials are dynamic and interactive. You will be taught by an experienced team of lecturers, which includes senior academics, technical officers, and practitioners with industry experience.

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Careers:

Former students have secured placement years at Kent Connects, Oracle, and the European Bank for Reconstruction & Development. Career opportunities exist in many computing areas such as IT support, consultancy, internet and e-commerce applications. Graduates can expect to work as independent consultants or in teams with other computer professionals to build and support modern computing systems.

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Other:

• The typical student intake per year averages 50-100.
Lectures are normally attended by larger groups, and seminars or tutorials by smaller groups. Numbers can vary more widely for modules that are shared between degrees.
• If you are studying full-time, you should expect the workload to be similar to a full-time job.
For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of courses you are studying. Each module you study towards this degree is worth 15 or 30 credits. These represent around 150 or 300 study hours respectively. If you receive 72 contact hours for a 30-credit module, you should expect to commit 228 hours to independent study to complete it successfully.
• Students are encouraged to take up Summer internships during the Summer holidays, though it is up to the student to find them.
Support is available to students from the Employability and Careers Service when applying for placements and internships.
• Employability activities take place all the time at Greenwich and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible.
The central Employability and Careers Service provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops. In addition, your School has a dedicated Employability Officer who will be organising work-related activities throughout the year which will help you to build you industry knowledge and networks. Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics.

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• Home/international fees 2024/25
• £9,250/ £17,000
• Part time
• £2,312 per 30 credits
• Distance learning
• N/A