Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management

Course Overview

Ideal for...

The BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management course is ideal for anyone looking to develop a keen understanding of computing and management, and helping businesses achieve their strategic goals. If you want to be a leader in digital technology and innovation, this course is for you.

Become a pathfinder for the digital age.

This course encourages innovative problem-solving and strategic thinking, setting it apart from traditional information technology management programmes. Your learning will span areas such as cybersecurity, cloud computing and emerging technology, meaning you’ll not only graduate equipped to be a leader in digital technology and innovation, but as a navigator in industries undergoing rapid transformation.

Why study this information technology management degree?

• Develop and apply creative solutions in software design and development, addressing real-world challenges in information technology management
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape, enabling strategic decision-making and effective management of digital technology projects and operations
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, applying them innovatively to enhance information technology management practices and drive digital transformation
• Promote ethical considerations and sustainable practices in information technology management, ensuring responsible use of digital technology and alignment with corporate social responsibility goals
• Apply project management techniques and operational strategies to optimise technology processes and ensure successful project delivery
• Implement advanced information security and risk management practices to protect computing systems and data within various organisational contexts.

Course Structure and Admissions

Key Study Topics

• Information technology systems and strategies
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud computing
• Emerging technologies
• Data management
• Business intelligence

Year 1

Year 1 will develop the fundamentals of designing and operating computer systems for businesses and organisations.

Modules may include:

• Software Design and Development
• The Business Landscape
• Operations and Project Management
• Information Security and Risk Management
• Professional Life and Practice 1
• Professional Life and Practice 2

Year 2

Modules in Year 2 will build upon the computational principles established in the first year, focusing in on different ways of learning and working.

Modules may include:

• Digital Ethics and Sustainable Technology
• Emerging Technologies and Innovation
• Data Management and Business Intelligence
• Work Placement or Live Project
• Professional Life and Practice 3

Year 3

The final year of the course will consolidate the programme’s learning through a longer project and sophisticated modules with real-world applications.

Modules may include:

• Technology Entrepreneurship
• Information Technology Management and Consultancy
• Final Project
• Professional Life and Practice 4

Assessment

The course will be assessed through formative, summative, practical, peer and reflective assessment.

• Formative assessments, such as quizzes and group discussions, are designed to provide ongoing feedback and support learning throughout the course.
• Summative assessments will take place at the end of key modules and include presentations and project reports.
• Practical assessments evaluate students’ ability to apply theoretical knowledge, and may include case studies or design projects.
• Peer assessments help to promote self-reflection and critical thinking, helping students build on their analytical and evaluative skills.
• Reflective assessments such as journals encourage personal growth and awareness of learning processes.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from this course will be suited for positions including, but not limited to, information technology support manager, network administrator, digital project manager, cloud systems manager or business intelligence analyst.

Potential industry destinations for these graduates range from information and digital technology services to media and entertainment technology management. You may also progress onto future study through MSc programmes at Ravensbourne.

Entry Requirements

At Ravensbourne we accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Maths in addition to any of the below;

• Three A Levels at grade BCC or above
• BTEC Extended Diploma at grade DMM
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
• T Level (pass or above)
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
• International Baccalaureate at grade 24 or above
• Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 104 UCAS Tariff points

Fees and Funding

Find out more about our tuition fees and whether you qualify for financial support during your studies.

• Undergraduate fees and funding
• Paying your fees
• Scholarships, bursaries and other discounts
• Student finance

Industry Connections

You can’t learn in a vacuum. At Ravensbourne University London, industry connection is ingrained into everything we do. We will equip you for success in the creative and digital industries, ensuring you are truly industry ready upon graduation. Our tutors are respected academics and practitioners with substantial experience and industry links.

You will be part of a diverse community of creatives, working collaboratively to explore new professional practices. Ravensbourne have strong industry links with a range of high-profile companies, including: Apple, Barclays, the BBC, European Space Agency, Marks & Spencer, Museum of London, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Samsung and many more.