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Information Technology with Business Studies with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Sheffield Hallam University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


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Course summary

- Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.- Learn to manage the technological solutions at the heart of modern organisations.- Study data analysis, management, infrastructure and web content management.- Gain entrepreneurship and enterprise skills and manage full live projects.- Prepare to undertake professional accreditations such as PRINCE2 (Project Management), AGILE and ITIL (Service Management).On this course you’ll learn contemporary approaches towards business modelling, supporting you in your analysis, design and implementation of IT solutions. You’ill gain knowledge in using and manipulating contemporary web-based content management systems – plus the opportunity to develop digital marketing strategies that complement web systems.If you don’t meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Information Technology with Business Studies course, or you’d like extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You’ll share the first year with other computing foundation year students, then move on to the degree.


How you learn

The course is suitable if you don’t meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Information Technology with Business Studies course. You share the first year with other computing foundation year students, then move on to the degree. During the first year of study, you will enhance your skills to maximise your academic potential ready to start your learning against the content of the main degree.All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.This course offers a diverse approach towards teaching and learning. You’ll be taught by experts with valuable industry experience in both business management and information technology. The course has been consistently recognised for high levels of student satisfaction and experience.You learn through- lectures and seminars- tutorials and workshops- practical activity-based sessions- group and individual project work- independent study- work placementsThe wide range of methods applied to assessment enables a differentiated approach towards assessing your learning. You’re also able to undertake modes of assessment that simulate typical industry practice within respected business and IT environments.In the foundation year, you’ll build on your existing knowledge and experience – developing useful academic, computing and IT skills in preparation for undergraduate study. You’ll benefit from innovative course content that allows you to access and use cutting-edge technology. Throughout, you’ll reflect on your progress, and build valuable communication and interpersonal skills.You will be supported in your learning journey towards highly skilled, graduate level employment through a number of key areas. These include- access to our unique student support triangle to help with your personal, academic and career development- access to our Skills Centre with one to ones, webinars and online resources, where you can get help with planning and structuring your assignments- industry-specific employability activities such as live projects, learning in simulated environments and networking opportunities


Applied learning


Work placements

You’ll have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your third and fourth years. Previous placements have taken place at organisations such as IBM, BMW, Nissan, Xerox and Boots.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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£ 16,655per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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UCAS Points : 80

This must include at least one A level or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example:CDD at A Level.MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma.Pass overall from a T level qualification with C from coreA combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies

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University information

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University

  • University League Table

    63rd

  • Campus address

    Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, England

Sheffield is a diverse student city in the centre of the UK and home to over 60,000 students from all over the world.
Sheffield Hallam's relationships with top international companies helps students access internships and build connections for their future career.
Sheffield Hallam offers a range of scholarships and funding support to help towards the cost of studying in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    70th out of 121 10

    82nd out of 115 26

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    115 52%

    86th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    47th

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.92 78%

    58th

    9
  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    120 53%

    87th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    63rd

    41
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.63 73%

    98th

    13

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