BSc Information Technology Management for Business

The Edge Hill University BSc Information Technology Management for Business programme is designed to equip students with strong problem-solving skills, focusing on the effective application of innovative technologies and people management within a business context. 

This course gives students a complete understanding of computing and the individuals who work within the technology sector, preparing them for a range of professional roles. The course also covers foundational aspects of business and information technology, including accountancy, networking, programming, and web design.

Various assessment methods are used in this course to ensure that students develop the skills that future employers highly value. The assessment methods include designing and writing programmes, preparing reports and essays, critically analysing documents, delivering oral presentations, and undertaking examinations. 

The Edge Hill University BSc Information Technology Management for Business programme is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, fully meeting the academic requirements for becoming a Chartered IT Professional.

Edge Hill University commits itself to providing an exceptional learning experience, inspiring students and shaping their futures. The university is consistently recognised for its academic quality, and is ranked among the top universities in the UK and specifically within the North West.

The university is also known for its beautiful and excellent facilities and green spaces, and its accommodation has received national recognition for student satisfaction. Edge Hill University provides a good number of programmes across its three main faculties: Arts and Sciences, Health, Social Care and Medicine, and Education. 

These include undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fields such as Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Nursing, Teacher Education, and various arts and humanities subjects. The university also places a strong emphasis on employability, with a high percentage of its graduates moving into employment or further study within 15 months of completing their courses.

Candidates need to submit a personal statement to explain their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students also have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants typically need between 104 and 112 UCAS Tariff points. This can be achieved through various qualifications, such as A-Levels at BCC-BBC, or a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, T Levels, or International Baccalaureate.
• A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

• If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you are required to demonstrate your English language proficiency by scoring an overall 6.0 in the IELTS with no less than 5.5 in each component. 
• The university also accepts equivalent scores, such as PTE and TOEFL.

For international undergraduate students commencing in the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee for the BSc Information Technology Management for Business programme is £17,000 per year.

Edge Hill University provides various scholarships and bursaries to support students, including specific awards for international applicants. The Undergraduate Development Scholarship offers up to £3,000 towards the first year's tuition fees for eligible international students. 

Many of these scholarships are automatically considered upon application for a programme of study, meaning a separate application may not be required.

Graduates of the BSc Information Technology Management for Business programme at Edge Hill University are well-prepared for various roles within the IT and business sectors, including:

• Graduate Digital Technologist
• Graduate Operations Analyst
• Database Administrator
• IT Project Manager
• Security Compliance Analyst
• Business Analyst

Applications for undergraduate programmes at Edge Hill University, including the BSc Information Technology Management for Business at Edge Hill University, are sent directly to the university. You can speak to our trained counsellors for help with your application.