Business Computing BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University

With an expert knowledge of software, hardware, and information systems developed in this BSc (Hons) in Business Computing course, you will help keep businesses functioning. The BSc in Business Computing is a dynamic, interdisciplinary degree that blends core business management principles with cutting-edge computing technologies. Our BSc in Business Computing is designed to give you a solid foundation in both areas, empowering you to become a leader in today’s digital economy.

Faculty: School of Computer Science  |  Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement/sandwich year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Business Fundamentals, Computational Thinking, Computers & Society, Computing Fundamentals, Data Fundamentals, Programming; Year 2 core modules: Business Information Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Requirements Engineering; Year 4 core modules: Business Intelligence, Computing Project, Computing Group Project, Data Security and Governance, Experimental Design for Interactive Applications. Optional modules include Software Architecture, Computer Vision, Computing Consultancy Project, Data Visualization, Digital Forensics Incident Response, IT Service Management.

Career pathways

This course has been specifically designed to address industry demand, delivering work-ready graduates with the skills, knowledge, and professionalism that employers are looking for.

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