Programme summary for BSc Technology & E-Commerce
About the programme
The main focus of this programme is to promote the development of a viable, self-contained technology and e-commerce programme with a dependable source of education for the advancement of e-commerce practitioners. This BSc degree will bring about further development in the e-commerce industry and will provide an integrated solution to students that wish to pursue a career in technology and e-commerce by producing research academics and developers who will be ready to contribute to the growth of this industry. This programme will advance the Institute's growing reputation for designing and delivering high quality education and research programs.
The emphasis of this degree falls on the practical knowledge and internship training given to students by providing them with an education that will equip them to pursue a career in the IT industry.
Programme structure
The programme is being delivered over three academic years across two semesters of 15 weeks each (full-time). The part- time provision will span over six academic years. The BSc programme consists of 18 x 20 credit taught modules. All modules are core and must be taken.
Single Honours
A Single Honours shall comprise units valued at:
- 120 credits at Level One or higher; and
- 120 credits at Level Two or higher; and
- 120 credits at Level Three or higher.
Career opportunities
Students who successfully obtain this qualification can work in Software Development Companies, Multimedia Companies, IT and non-IT firms who require web technologist to maintain and manage their business websites, Freelance Consultants, Network Administrators, Support staff, Communications Development as well as progressing into Post Graduate education and further specialised research.
Support
The School of Technology & E-commerce at BITE strives for excellence in supporting students in many ways. You will always be able to find a sympathetic person who will try to help you if at all possible.
Each student is allocated a personal tutor. This is a member of the academic staff who students can go to individually for general guidance and advice.
'Self-help' manuals and books on study skills and a wide range of other materials that are helpful in maximising your efficiency and effectiveness as a student are held in the library.
The Institute can also offer some support to those whose English is not their first language or who may have specific learning difficulties (dyslexia).
In addition to general feedback and advice given by module leaders, tutors, the Institute does provide some extra support in Higher Education Writing, Examination Techniques, Examination Anxiety/Stress, Mathematics, Personal Counselling.
The Institute Careers Service is based in the main building and provides presentations and skills workshops, one-to-one guidance, a library and information service (including vacancies and help with preparing for job-search).
Support for students with a variety of personal, domestic and financial problems can be obtained from counsellors and advisors in the Student Support Centre of Apex House Campus.
Admission
- 240 UCAS tariff points or equivalent
A range of international qualifications are also accepted as is an appropriate level of work experience. Applications from mature students with previous work experience are welcomed. All applicants should have or be expected to gain GCSE grade 'C' or above English and Maths - or equivalent International applicants should have or expect to gain IELTS 6.5 C TOEFL 550
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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