Course summary
OVERVIEW The professionally-accredited BSc Business Technology opens up a wide range of roles and opportunities for you with many organisations, including large blue chip international companies. You will learn about the fundamentals of business operations and technology, and progress to the in-depth study of systems analysis, project management, and recent advancements in business intelligence and information security management. The course is designed to be practical in nature and up-to-date equipment, teaching methods and industry-standard software tools are used throughout. PRACTICAL FOCUS With industry placements, business-focused content and work-related learning, the BSc (Hons) Busienss Technology prepares you for a modern career in technology-reliant businesses. Optional industrial placements are designed to make you work-ready and able to meet the needs of industry: // an optional 12-month paid placement in an organisational setting is offered, in the UK or abroad, at the end of year 2 or 3. // a number of shorter (8 to 10 week) work-based placement opportunities are also available during years 2, 3 and 4. The course is designed to be practical in nature and up-to-date equipment, teaching methods and industry-standard software tools are used throughout. Guest lectures and seminars are organised on a regular basis with industry specialists. Where possible, visits to local businesses, attendance at industry conferences and direct involvement in industry projects will be used as integral aspects of modules and the degree delivery. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) as fully meeting the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP). CAREER PROSPECTS The BSc Business Technology produces graduates with multidisciplinary skills. Graduates will therefore be of interest to almost all businesses, particularly those with a need to employ someone who can analyse and understand how their business works and how best to use modern business technology to help the business develop and grow. Jobs In previous years, graduates have found employment with large organisations such as Oracle, Dell, Aggreko, Hewlett-Packard, Ernst & Young, Pernod Ricard, Clydesdale Bank, Standard Life, and McLaren Software. Typical roles include: Business Systems Analyst; Data Analyst; Project Manager; Technical Support Specialist; Systems Administrator; Business Intelligence Analyst; Data Analytics Specialist; Business Technology Consultant; Technology Trainer; and Teacher. Further Study Many graduates have advanced their studies to master's degrees or research degrees in a variety of business areas.
Modules
In Year 1, you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of business operations, computer systems, networks, web development, programming and design. In Year 2, you will learn how to analyse, innovate, propose and procure business technology requirements and solutions. You will undertake either a team-based computing project (which may involve direct interaction with a local business) or a short individual placement. In Year 3, you will improve your knowledge on business systems analysis, project management, and recent advancements in areas such as business intelligence and information security management. In your final year of study, you will conduct an individual research project and study key strategic level aspects of business technology.
Assessment method
The course delivers a combination of technology and business related modules in every year, some of which are designed around accredited material from organisations such as Microsoft , Cisco and the British Computer Society, affording you the opportunity to supplement academic studies with professional certification, if you so desire. The main teaching instruments are lectures, tutorials and laboratory work. Classes are divided into smaller groups for laboratory work and tutorials. Seminars and group work are used where appropriate. Many of the modules place a focus on interactive student-centred learning using online materials or interactive systems or applications that the you can work through at your own pace.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Computer Society
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G290
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Paisley Campus
- Campus code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
For Year 2 Entry: Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Computing related subject A Levels: BBC (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Computing related subject International Baccalaureate: 28 points SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: IT; Computing SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Business BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM Scottish Baccalaureate in Science (subject to review by programme leader) For Year 3 Entry: SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Admin & IT; IT; Computing; Computer Science
International applicants
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 90 points
A level - CCD
Scottish Higher - BCCC
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDM
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Scottish HNC - Pass
Scottish HND - Pass
T Level - M
Year 1 entry with SWAP (BBB) Access to STEM. Year 2 entry with Scottish Baccalaureate in Science (subject to review by programme leader)
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 84 points
A level - CCD
Scottish Higher - CCCC
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS. All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of: // Native speakers of English // Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise) // non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification) The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements
https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15250 | Year 1 |
| International | £15250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students from England, Northern Ireland and Wales are offered one year of free tuition fees at the University of the West of Scotland and so students only pay for 3 years of study from a 4 year undergraduate degree programme.
Sponsorship information
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Provider information
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley Campus
High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BE