Information Technology
University of DerbyDerby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
Course overview
• Develop theoretical knowledge and gain practical skills using our dedicated computing laboratories • Learn how to use IT intelligently to tackle the real-world challenges faced by the industry today • Build your skills in a wide range of cutting-edge and emerging business technologies, such as cloud computing and data mining • Draw on the expertise of our research-active teaching team as well as IT experts from industry • Balance your studies with your other commitments: you can study full-time or part-time, starting in September • Prepare not only for a high-level career in the field of information technology but also for further research leading to a PhD
Key highlights
- Practical skills developed in dedicated computing laboratories
- Focus on applying IT to real-world industry challenges
- Covers emerging business technologies including cloud computing and data mining
- Taught by research-active staff alongside IT experts from industry
- Prepares graduates for further research leading to a PhD
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- IT manager
- Cloud solutions architect
- Data analyst
- IT consultant
- Systems analyst
- PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,720 for the full course* | International: £17,500 for the full course
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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