It takes around 12 months to complete the bachelor program. If you completed an Associate Degree or a Higher Diploma recognised by awarding institutions, you can apply for the BSc programme at University of Central Lancashire.
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University of Central Lancashire
BSc (Hons) Business Computing & Information Systems
Course Type
BSc (Hons) Top-Up
Study Method
Online and Part-time
Start Date
March / September
Course Duration
12 months
Assessment
No exam, assessed on a continuous basis through assignments and class participation
Language Medium
English
Progression Pathway
Requirements
- UK RQF/ NQF Level 5 in IT or computing; or HKQF Level 4 in IT / computing qualification or
- An Associate Degree / Advanced Diploma in IT / computing awarded by a recognized institution or
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC) / Business Information Technology (L5DBIT) or
- A recognized professional qualification (s) plus at least 3 times of full-time work experience at IT senior level. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview
Existing educational qualifications and work experience will be directly taken into programme and allowing for module exemptions, please email or WhatsApp us for details.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or
- HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above, or HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above or
- Satisfy the examiners in UK EDUCATION qualifying examination, if required
Accreditation
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BSc (Hons) Business Computing & Information Systems Provided by University of Central Lancashire
Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology Provided by Qualifi
Mandatory Units
You must take all four of the following:
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Mandatory Units |
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|
Unit Reference |
Mandatory Units |
Level |
TQT |
Credit |
|
4IT01 |
Information Technology and IT Ethics |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT02 |
Mathematics and Statistics for IT |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT03 |
PC Maintenance and Operating Systems |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT04 |
Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts |
4 |
200 |
20 |
Optional Units
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Optional Units |
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Unit Reference |
Optional Units |
Level |
TQT |
Credit |
|
4IT05 |
Logical IT Networking |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT06 |
Physical IT Networking |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT07 |
Web Design |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT08 |
Web Programming |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT09 |
Graphical User Interface (GUI) |
4 |
200 |
20 |
|
4IT10 |
Programming Concepts and Java for Android Programming |
4 |
200 |
20 |
Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology Provided by Qualifi
Mandatory Units
You must take all four of the following:
|
Mandatory Units |
||||
|
Unit Reference |
Mandatory Units |
Level |
TQT |
Credit |
|
5IT01 |
Technopreneurship |
5 |
200 |
20 |
|
5IT02 |
Network Security |
5 |
200 |
20 |
|
5IT03 |
C#.NET Programming |
5 |
200 |
20 |
|
5IT04 |
System Administration |
5 |
200 |
20 |
There are ten units available Each qualification requites core units to be taken and then elective units to determine which qualification is achieved. All units cover a number of topics relating to learning outcomes. Each unit has the equivalency of 20 credits.
Learners are required to complete 8 units to achieve the 120 credits required to gain any of the Level 5 Diplomas.
Learners will be expected to attend lectures and workshops that will introduce the subject matter. Formative assessments (weighted at 0%) may be used in lectures or tutorials to check knowledge and understanding of specific topics and subject areas
BSc Top-Up Provided by University of Central Lancashire
The BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Degree is delivered online by NCC Education, validated and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire (abbreviated UCLan).
This programme equips students with a blend of technical IT skills and business expertise which prepares them for careers in senior management roles. The programme modules are designed to provide students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required by employers in the IT sector.
The final year online top-up programme is a natural progression from our Level 5 Diploma in Computing or Level 5 Diploma in Business IT, currently offered by NCC Education as part of the top-up degree journey.
Upon successful completion of the degree, students are invited to attend their graduation ceremony at Preston Guild Hall in the UK.
Students study five core units:
- Advanced Database Management Systems
- Corporate Communication Systems Management
- eBusiness
- Managing Information Systems Projects
- Information Systems Project