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MSc Information Technology (Business)

Heriot-Watt University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    09-SEP-24

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Our MSc Information Technology (Business) offers analytical, practical and theoretical courses that combine study of business management and software engineering. They cover the design and development of IT systems, the management of data and IT, business organisation and strategy, project leadership and e-commerce. The programme does not emphasise computer programming but instead seeks to develop graduates with well developed analytical and project management skills that help them become effective communicators / managers working between software developers and business strategists. In some cases, the MSc project can be carried out in collaboration with an outside industrial or academic organisation. Graduates from the programme would be suitable for employment with IT companies, company R&D divisions, financial services organisations, defence contractors or government IT agencies or could register for a PhD. Students will also achieve PGDip award in this course.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 24,496per year

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University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    44th

  • Campus address

    Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH14 4AS, Scotland

One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you'll join over 27,000 students and an alumni network of 159,000 in 190 nations.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the nature of the university's research-informed education.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university's 'Go Global' scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    41st out of 121 11

    33rd out of 115 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    174 79%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    56th

    20
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.50 70%

    117th

    58
  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    178 78%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    25th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.77 75%

    70th

    12

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