Informatics for Business BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

The curriculum emphasizes the application of IT in business, with a focus on project management, digital business environment, and information strategy. The program places a strong emphasis on practical learning, offering a year-long Work Based Learning module and real-world project opportunities, preparing graduates for successful careers in the digital economy.

Program Outline

It aims to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to seamlessly integrate business systems and support organizations. Upon completion, graduates will possess a unique hybrid skill set, opening doors to a multitude of exciting career pathways in the field where business operations merge with information technologies. The program is designed to propel professional growth and position graduates at the forefront of innovation and success.

Outline:

Program Structure:

• The program is offered as a full-time, 4-year course.
• Advanced entry into Year 2 or Year 3 is possible for students with suitable qualifications.
• A year-long Work Based Learning module is available in Year 3, consisting of 60 credits.
• Students can choose to complete a Group Project or the Professional Internship Module in Year 3 (one trimester) if they do not undertake the year-long placement.

Course Schedule:

• Year 2:
• Compulsory Modules:
• Business Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Systems
• Operating Systems
• Optional Modules:
• Accounting Information System
• Software Engineering Methods
• Mobile Applications Development
• Achieving Sustainability: a better world is possible
• Year 3:
• Compulsory Modules:
• User-Centred Organisational systems
• IT Service Management
• Digital Business Environment
• Group project
• Computing in contemporary Society
• Year 4:
• Compulsory Modules:
• Honours Project
• Business Intelligence and reporting
• Knowledge Management
• Information and Knowledge Organisation

Module Descriptions:

• Business Systems Analysis and Design: This module focuses on the analysis and design of business systems, covering topics such as requirements gathering, system modeling, and design principles.
• Database Systems: This module explores the fundamentals of database systems, including database design, data modeling, and query languages.
• Operating Systems: This module provides an understanding of operating systems, their functions, and how they interact with hardware and software.
• Accounting Information System: This module explores the role of accounting information systems in business, covering topics such as financial reporting, budgeting, and cost accounting.
• Software Engineering Methods: This module introduces software engineering principles and methodologies, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Mobile Applications Development: This module focuses on the development of mobile applications, covering topics such as platform-specific development, user interface design, and mobile app testing.
• Achieving Sustainability: a better world is possible: This module explores the concept of sustainability and its implications for business, covering topics such as environmental impact, social responsibility, and ethical decision-making.
• User-Centred Organisational systems: This module focuses on the design and implementation of user-centered organizational systems, emphasizing user needs, usability, and accessibility.
• IT Service Management: This module explores the principles and practices of IT service management, covering topics such as service level agreements, incident management, and problem management.
• Digital Business Environment: This module examines the impact of digital technologies on the business environment, covering topics such as e-commerce, social media marketing, and digital transformation.
• Group project: This module provides students with the opportunity to work in teams on a real-world project, applying their knowledge and skills to solve a business problem.
• Computing in contemporary Society: This module explores the social, ethical, and legal implications of computing in contemporary society, covering topics such as privacy, security, and digital divide.
• Honours Project: This module allows students to undertake an independent research project, exploring a topic of their choice in depth.
• Knowledge Management: This module explores the principles and practices of knowledge management, covering topics such as knowledge acquisition, storage, retrieval, and sharing.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods include:
• Seen and unseen examinations
• Coursework
• Group and individual presentations
• Students will be assessed on their ability to:
• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form
• Work effectively in teams

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include:
• Lectures
• Practical activities
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Group work
• Guided independent learning
• The program is taught by experienced faculty members with expertise in computing and business.
• The program emphasizes a practical approach to learning, with a focus on real-world applications.

Careers:

• The Informatics for Business BSc (Hons) program prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in the IT and business sectors.
• Potential career paths include:
• Project/Program Manager
• Digital Service Manager
• Business Analyst
• System Analyst
• Digital Marketer
• User Needs Analyst
• Usability Tester
• Students have access to interactive workshops, CV checkers, and placement opportunities to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
• The program emphasizes the importance of work-based learning, with a year-long Work Based Learning module available in Year 3.
• Students can choose to complete a Group Project or the Professional Internship Module in Year 3 if they do not undertake the year-long placement.
• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the intersection of technology and business.
• The program is taught by experienced faculty members with expertise in computing and business.
• The program emphasizes a practical approach to learning, with a focus on real-world applications.
• The program provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Disclaimer:

• Study modules mentioned above are indicative only.
Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.

Tuition fees for 2024/25

Students from 2024/25 2025/26 Scotland £1,820 £tba England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £9,250 £tba Overseas and EU £16,680 £tba Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland will be invoiced the tuition fees for 3 years of their 4 years of study. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here. Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.