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Course summary
This is one of several subject combinations available in our BSc (Honours) Computing and a second subject (Q67). This degree combines computing & IT and business. These two subjects are intertwined throughout the world of work. You’ll divide your time equally between computing & IT and business. You’ll gain insight into markets, organisations, processes, strategies, policies and decision making. This will complement the skills and knowledge you develop in computing & IT. And you’ll pick a computing & IT focus to fit your needs and interests. Preparing you to take part in the management and execution of computer-related projects in a business setting. Key features of the course
- Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT – see Careers
- Combine complementary subjects – business and computing & IT
- Choose from four focus options within the computing & IT strand
- Learn how innovation relates to the choice of production technology, such as using ‘green’ technologies
- Create and manage an enterprise through our computer-assisted Sustainable Enterprise Challenge
Modules
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits: In Stage 1, you’ll study two 30-credit computing & IT modules and one 60-credit business module. In Stage 2, you’ll study two 30-credit modules from a choice of computing & IT focus areas and one 60-credit business module. In Stage 3, you’ll choose one 30-credit computing & IT module, study two 30-credit business modules and complete a 30-credit computing & IT project module.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Computer Society
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £21816 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £20952 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7128 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £6954 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7872 | Whole course |
| EU | £22416 | Whole course |
| International | £22416 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £22416 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2025. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ