BSc (Hons) Business Computing & Information Systems

University of Central Lancashire

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.

BSc (Hons) Business Computing & Information Systems

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

  • 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:

Mandatory Units

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

Optional Units

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