BSc (Hons) Information Technology at University of West London

Programme overview

Globally, information technology (IT) skills continue to be in high demand from businesses in many sectors and this information technology degree is designed to help you meet the needs of these businesses so that you can pursue a rewarding career. The BSc (Hons) Information Technology course welcomes students from a variety of academic and occupational backgrounds. It will empower you to fulfil your academic potential and help you gain the industry-specific and interpersonal skills you need to work as an IT professional.

Duration: 1 year top-up; 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: February 2027, September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

We aim to help you become a well-trained, competent and adaptable computing expert who meets the national and regional requirements for work as an IT professional. The course is designed to help you use IT to meet client objectives for business development, operations and maintenance. Your studies will combine theoretical principles with technical skills. Modules include: Managing Information Systems Projects (MISP); Project; Business Intelligence Technologies; Databases and Analytics; Enterprise Security Management; Year 1; Computer Systems; Programming; Skills for IS Professionals; Developing a Digital Identity.

Career pathways

Once you graduate from your IT degree, you could go on to work in a wide range of roles such as a software engineer, ICT manager and web developer. You may also want to progress your studies to explore a related field or specialise on a postgraduate course . Job roles include: software engineer; ICT manager; web developer; analyst/programmer; application developer; database administrator; helpdesk/support technician; information systems manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; T Levels. You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents. Additional requirements for the Top-up. You will need either a Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation Degree (FdSc) equivalent in Information Technology or successful completion of two years degree programme in a relevant subject with overall grade of merit or above. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: I105, P110.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Top-up (1 year, February 2027); Full-time (3 years, February 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 16,750 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Top-up (1 year, February 2027); Full-time (3 years, February 2027). Source

Intake: February 2027, September 2027

Duration: 1 year top-up; 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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