Business Information Systems BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University will teach you the skills to solve problems, participate, and lead in the development of business information systems and management of business computing projects. You will have the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required in the analysis and design of business IT systems. You will also gain people and problem solving skills so you can confidently discuss, negotiate and manage customer requirements, the needs of service providers and senior management requests.
Course Details - Modules
First year
Core modules:
• Information Systems Development
• Mathematics and Business Management
• Visual Web Development
• Devices and Networks
• Introduction to ICT
Second year
Core modules:
• ITIL IT Service Management
• Agile Methods and Development
• Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Design
• Systems Thinking and Strategy
• Introduction to Research and Ethics
Third year
Core modules:
• Computing Project
• Computing Ethics
• Systems Building Methods and Management
Optional modules:
• Project Management
• Information Systems Strategy and Services
• Database Management
• Privacy and Data Protection
• Research Methods
• Data Mining
• Front-End Web Development
Course Details – Assessment Method
A variety of learning and teaching methods are used, including lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory sessions and independent study.
The final year of the course includes an individual project, completed by all students and a range of modules, which allow you to pursue your own career interests. The choice varies from technical subjects, such as web information management, to more business oriented topics, including information systems strategy and services, information security management and data mining.
Assessments are via individual assignments, group work, projects, tests and exams.
You will normally attend around 12-16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 24 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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:
IN21
Institution code:
D26
Campus Name:
Leicester Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
from at least 2 A-Levels
Five GCSEs A*-C (9-4) including English Language and Maths or equivalent.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
14750.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
14750.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.
Provider information
The Gateway
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Leicester
LE1 9BH
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