Programme summary for BSc (Hons) Information Technology
About the programme
The programme at UEL concentrates on Analysis and Design, Database techniques, Usability theory, Networking concepts and Web Design techniques. Emphasis is placed on the balance between practice and theory which leads to a solid foundation for a career in the field of computing.
Programme structure
Programmes in the field of computing are three or four years in length. In each year (if you are full time) you will study 120 credits, that is, six modules. Each module starts off from a basic level and slowly develops into a more complex learning domain. There is also a final year project module, where you will be able to bring together all what you have learnt to develop a solution to an area of interest to yourself or a real-life company.
Career opportunities
There is still a significant shortage of up-to-date computing skills in the UK. Organisations need to have access to these skills to make best used of their computing and internet resources.
Graduates of the Information Technology degree programme combine business knowledge with technical skills and are qualified for a range of jobs including business analyst, web designer and IT strategist.
For graduates who wish to continue their studies at postgraduate level, the programme provides a suitable entry route to a variety of Masters programmes, both at UEL and elsewhere.
Support
- Personal tutor support throughout the programme
- Support for development and study skills, preparation for employment and research.
- Placement Office with well-established links with employers to provide support for finding placements.
- Specialist support for dyslexia and English as a second language
- Student advice services for accommodation, finance, career, IT training and learning resources.
Admission
A typical offer of 200 UCAS tariff points (including two GCE or VCE A-levels or VCE Double Award)
50% Merits Year 2 of BTEC National Diploma
Relevant Access programme
Equivalent overseas qualifications, if English is not the first language, a minimum of IELTS of 6.0 with a minimum of Reading and Writing 6.0; Listening and Speaking 5.5 or equivalent.
Mature students, without appropriate academic qualifications but with relevant work experience, attend for interview and aptitude test
Students may be admitted through Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes.
Key facts
You can start many programmes in either September or February and applications are simple to make. Click below to:
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