Program Overview

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Business Technology - BSc (Hons)

Overview

In today's tech-driven world, business and technology cannot be separated - understanding both will develop you as a future business leader.

Summary

The professional services sector is experiencing significant growth and a key skill set demanded from graduates is a combined knowledge of business operations, processes and the application of technology in business decision-making.

Industry 4.0 technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics are changing the business world. This innovation requires future business leaders who are creative and agile with the skills to use this technology effectively.

The BSc Hons Business Technology gives you the ability to analyse business data, identify and implement solutions to business problems and manage consultancy projects.

This innovative programme is available part-time and includes a diverse range of modules from across the Ulster University Business School and the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment.

About this course

Attendance

The programme is delivered over an academic year part-time, through; lectures, seminars, workshops, lab time and independent study. Classes are scheduled on Fridays.

Start dates

• September 2025

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The main learning and teaching methods used on this programme are; lectures (including guest speakers), seminars, independent learning and research as well as practical lab-based workshops for technology related modules.

Each module adopts a unique assessment strategy and this may include: computer based exercises, class tests, essays, oral presentations (individual and group), case studies, debates, infographics, e-portfolios, podcasts, Vlogs and written examinations. The final piece of assessment for the programme is an applied technology management project.

Modules

Year one

• Effective Communication
• Business Analysis Foundations
• Introduction to Accounting for Business (optional)
• Principles of Management (optional)
• Programming I (optional)
• Programming II (Javascript) (optional)

Year two

• Business Process Management
• Digital Business Management
• Globalisation and the International Business Environment
• Introduction to Database Systems
• Business Analysis in Practice

Year three

• Enterprise Systems
• Digital Transformation and Innovation
• Reflective Practice in Management Consulting
• Behavioural Sciences
• Managing and Developing People (optional)
• Human Computer Interaction (optional)

Year four

• Governance, Risk and Ethics
• Technology Management Project
• Strategic Business Planning (optional)
• Data Analytics (optional)

Standard entry conditions

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements.

A level

A level grades BCC or equivalent.

Applicants must also have GCSE grade C*/5 in Mathematics and GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent.

Applied General Qualifications

Overall BTEC Level 3 QCF Extended Diploma with profile DDM.

OR

BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma with profile DMM.

Irish Leaving Certificate

104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of four subjects at Higher level and one subject at Ordinary level. The overall profile must also include English at minimum H6 at Higher Level or Grade O4 at Ordinary level plus Maths at minimum H5 at Higher level or Grade O3 at Ordinary Level.

International Baccalaureate

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum 24 points (12 at higher level).

Access to Higher Education (HE)

Overall Access profile of 60%. To include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 60% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.

GCSE

GCSE Profile to include Mathematics with a minimum grade C*/5.

GCSE Profile to include English Language with a minimum grade C/4

English Language Requirements

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

Careers & opportunities

Graduate employers

Graduates from this course are now working for:

• Professional Services Firms

Job roles

With this degree you could become:

• Consulting
• Management
• Analyst

Career options

There is a significant demand for graduates with knowledge of both business processes and the application of technology. As a graduate of the BSc Hons Business Technology you will have the skills to move into a range of business areas such as consultancy and transformation management roles as well as engaging in business research and analytics. The integration of commercially relevant assessment and applied research projects will equip you with a range of problem solving and leadership skills.

Fees and funding

Module Pricing

The price of your overall programme will be determined by the number of credit points that you initiate in the relevant academic year.

For modules commenced in the academic year 2025/26, the following fees apply:

Fees Credit Points	NI/ROI Cost	GB Cost	International Cost*
120	£4,860	£9,535.20	£17,010
60	£2,430	£4,767.20	£8,505
30	£1,215	£2,383.80	£4,252.50
20	£810	£1,589.20	£2,835

*Please note our on campus part-time undergraduate courses are not open to international (non-EU) students.

Additional mandatory costs

It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.

Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.

There are additional fees for graduation ceremonies, examination resits and library fines.

Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.

See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.