Business Computing (BSc Hons - Single, 1 year top-up)

Overview

The BSc Business Computing (H level top-up) is specially designed for those students who already hold an appropriate qualification (e.g. higher national diploma, a foundation degree in business computing or a similar subject), and who wish to pursue a career in business as computing and information technology professionals. The modules relate to the analysis, design, development and management of database and web-based systems. Students will develop an understanding of managing newly installed information systems, with a strong appreciation of the needs of the end user in the business environment.

Faculty of Computing

www.londonmet.ac.uk/depts/cctm/

Course contents

Course structure

You will take 120 credits over one year.

Level 3 topics include:

• Management Support Systems
• E-commerce  and E-business
• Advanced Database Systems Development
• Computing Project

You will also have an option so that you can study further in an area of your interest, for example, IT Security, Network and Cloud Secruity.

Assessment

You are assessed via individual and group project work, essays and written reports, and examinations with regular supportive feedback. The individual Computing Project is assessed through practical project work and a final dissertation with regular supportive feedback.

Careers

Collaborative and international links

The course is also offered at the School of Accounting and Management in Trinidad and Tobago.

Career opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers as developers for databases and E-business applications, or in software development and project management. This course also prepares graduates to continue their studies at postgraduate level.

The Faculty of Computing's World of Work (WOW) Agency offers opportunities to enhance employability skills, gain real experience and 'earn while you learn' through placements into real client-driven projects - working with business and industry.

Student profiles

What our students say

'The course provides me with technical knowledge and skills proven to be popular and useful, as well as the personal and transferable skills necessary for my career development. In particular, I value highly the skill set embedded into the course as this helps enhance my employability and future careers.'

Applying and entry

Sept full-time: apply through UCAS
Sept part-time, Feb 2013 full/part-time: apply direct to the University - contact Admissions for an application form.

Entry requirements

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements,

• You should normally have a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Computing, IT or Business Information Technology (BIT).
• As this is an H level course, the University’s standard advanced-entry requirements for English language also apply.

Further information

Please contact the Admissions Office:
Tel: +44(0)20 7133 4200
Fax: +44(0)20 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk
or for further academic questions, contact Kay Dudman