Study location	United Kingdom, Newcastle City Campus
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (Hons)
Course code	GN52

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) good results in Mathematics The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. northumbria.ac.uk/..r-business-bsc-uusitx1

Overview

Developed in conjunction with employers through the Tech Partnership, a network of over 100-technology focussed businesses, this course has been specifically designed to address industry demand, delivering work ready graduates with the skills and professionalism that employers are looking for.

The course is a mix of four key themes

- An understanding of how business organisations work and what drives them
- An understanding of how Information Technology and Information Systems work and how they can be applied to provide competitive advantage
- An understanding of how to manage the implementation of technology projects
- Development and practice of the interpersonal skills required for a successful career

Offering an insight into the IT sector, this degree will give you an in-depth understanding of technology and the ways in which it can be used to transform organisations.

Industry engagement, opportunities to engage with business and a year-long industrial placement provide you with the industry know-how and direct experience that will prepare you for a successful management role in IT.

This programme has been developed in conjunction with The Tech Partnership with the help of leading employers to ensure students develop the specific IT and business skills demanded by employers.

Programme structure

Your course in brief

Year 1

You will be introduced to a number of core areas, including Software Development, Data and Information, and Big Data.

Year 2

You will build upon and develop your core knowledge, as well as tackling an Integrated Consultancy Project.

Year 3

You have the option to complete a 12-month placement to gain valuable work experience should you chose to do so.

Year 4

You will choose from a selection of optional modules based on your preferences, as well as completing an Individual Project of your choice.

Career opportunities

With employability at the heart of the programme, you will graduate with an in-depth understanding of business, its key IT needs and a range of management skills – from the technical expertise to identify, specify and implement solutions to technical problems to the interpersonal skills necessary to persuade your colleagues of the most appropriate solutions.

The majority of our students go on to graduate schemes at large companies working in IT management, data management, business transformation and consultancy roles. Some of our recent graduates now work at companies including CapGemini, HP, IBM, GSK, Nissan, Cummins, National Grid, Accenture, Sky, Sopra and Deloitte.