BSc Business Computing with Foundation
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Business Computing with Foundation, a business computing with foundation BSc (Hons) degree spanning business computing with a foundation year. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a foundation year designed to prepare students for advanced study before progressing to the main degree. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement year in industry after completing the second year. The course begins with Year 0, focusing on introductory concepts through compulsory modules such as Computer Systems and Networks, Critical Thinking in a Changing World, Foundation Mathematics, and Information Systems and Data Representation. Year 1 establishes foundations via Business Computing Fundamentals, Business Data Analysis, Business Information Systems Concepts and Applications, and Business Requirements Analysis. Year 2 advances into specialised technical and business areas with Agile Project Management and Professional Experience, BIS Development, Cloud-driven Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, and Data Visualisation and Communication, alongside optional modules covering topics such as Business Analytics, Business Process Intelligence, and Human Computer Interaction and User Experience. The final year concludes with advanced topics and a major independent piece of work through Business Computing Final Project, Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence, Digital Strategy, and Information Systems Security and Assurance (ISSA), with further specialisation options available in Big Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics, and Financial Technologies.
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Entry requirements
A Levels – DDE (64 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 64 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 64 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP. BTEC Diploma – MM. Access – 64 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher Level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 2, SL & HL - IB MYP 3. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combinations of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
Modules
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- Foundation Mathematics
- Information Systems and Data Representation
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Programming
- Business Computing Fundamentals
- Business Data Analysis
- Business Information Systems Concepts and Applications
- Business Requirements Analysis
- Database Technologies
- Web Design and Development
- Agile Project Management and Professional Experience
- BIS Development
- Cloud-driven Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
- Data Visualisation and Communication
- Machine Learning and Data Mining
- Business Analytics
- Business Process Intelligence
- Human Computer Interaction and User Experience
- Business Computing Final Project
- Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Strategy
- Information Systems Security and Assurance (ISSA)
- Big Data Analytics
- Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics
- Financial Technologies
Questions about this course
What grades do I need for BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is DDE at A level.