Birmingham City University

BSc Business Information Technology with a Foundation Year

Birmingham City University

Course overview

The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Business Information Technology, which includes a foundation year, at Birmingham City University, is a four-year programme that combines IT skills with a solid understanding of business. The foundation year gives students a grounding in basic computing, mathematics, and digital technology. This helps everyone move smoothly onto the main part of the degree.

During the main part of the course, you'll study topics such as how businesses use technology, the changes happening with digital technology, and the IT systems big companies use. You'll also have chances to get some real work experience through projects with businesses, the option to do a work placement, and opportunities to show off new ideas at events like the university's Innovation Fest.

You'll learn through talks, practical sessions, and working together on group projects. The assessment of your learning primarily occurs through coursework, which involves writing reports, delivering presentations, and completing projects.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants need 80 UCAS Tariff points. Other accepted qualifications include a pass in the Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits (45 at level 3), and an International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points.

English Proficiency

  • International students need to show they have a good level of English. Candidates need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).

Scholarships

  • Accelerate Scholarship

    If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.

    Up to £1,000

  • Bowater Financial Assistance Award

  • Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Postgraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.

    Up to £3,000

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarship

    Enhanced performance support funding.

  • The High Achievers' Scholarship

    You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Business Information Technology with a Foundation Year from Birmingham City University can apply their knowledge in job roles such as:

  • Business Analyst
  • IT Project Manager
  • Systems Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • IT Consultant
  • Business Intelligence Developer

Cost of study

International students interested in the BSc Business Information Technology with a Foundation Year at Birmingham City University should expect to pay  £17,690 for full-time study in the 2025/26 academic session.

Admission

Candidates should apply through UCAS. If you'd like to know more about using UCAS, contact our expert counsellors today.

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