Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Business Information Systems

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The BSc Business Information Systems degree teaches students how to use information technology to help businesses work better and achieve their goals. You will learn about the connection between business needs and IT solutions, covering topics such as database design, systems analysis, project management, and the use of technology for strategic advantage. The course aims to equip you with both the technical and business skills needed to succeed in this fast-growing field.

Learning on this course involves lectures, practical lab sessions, group projects, and discussions, and students will have the chance to work with real-world case studies and use industry-standard software. Students will be assessed through practical assignments, reports, presentations, and exams, designed to test their understanding and application of the course material. 

The course also emphasises developing your problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, which are essential for a successful career in business information systems. Students may also have opportunities to engage with industry professionals through guest lectures and projects.

Entry requirements

To be considered for this course, you need to submit a personal statement explaining why you are interested in studying business information systems and provide any other relevant information about your academic background. 

You will also need to provide a reference from someone who knows about your academic work or your work experience. If you have a CV that shows your work history, you can also upload this with your application.

Grade Requirements:

  • For entry to this course, the typical requirement for 2025 is 104-112 UCAS points. These points can be obtained through various qualifications, including A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP, BTEC Diploma at MM, T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. 
  • Equivalent qualifications from other countries are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not the language you usually speak, you will need to demonstrate your English language ability. This can be through an IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each part). 
  • Other similar English language tests, such as PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

Graduates from this course can pursue careers in various fields, including:

  • Systems Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • IT Project Manager
  • Database Administrator
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Business Information Systems programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 for each year.

Admission

Applications for the BSc Business Information Systems course are made through UCAS. We recommend speaking with our trained advisors for personalised help with your application.

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