Business Computing BSc (Hons)
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
The University of Northampton’s Business Computing BSc approaches computing from a professional perspective and is designed to tackle the application of technology in a commercial context. It explores the design, implementation, and application of technical solutions to industry’s challenges. In a climate increasingly reliant on computing solutions, companies require individuals who can craft robust, reliable and user-friendly systems that drive organisational solutions.
The Business Computing degree develops the practical skills and knowledge you need to be part of this dynamic industry. This hands-on computing course provides you with development skills, such as SQL, PHP and Java to improve employability, whilst promoting the aptitude and problem-solving approaches to harness those skills to achieve strategic goals and develop business insight. Business Computing facilitates careers in data analysis, web design and development, databases, programming, systems analysis, IT management, as well as fostering entrepreneurs.
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Key highlights
- Computing taught from a professional, commercial perspective
- Explores design and implementation of technical solutions to industry challenges
- Develops practical development skills in SQL, PHP and Java
- Hands-on approach building problem-solving and business insight
- Encourages entrepreneurship alongside technical career paths
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A typical offer for a Business Computing BSc course would be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level
- BTEC: DMM — A typical offer for a Business Computing BSc course would be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level
- T-level: Merit — A typical offer for a Business Computing BSc course would be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level
Scholarships
ICAEW Foundation Bursary
Three annual payments of £4,000
Up to £12,000John Lowe Accounting and Finance Scholarship
Scholarship is paid as £1,000 in the second and third years of study.
Up to £2,000Northampton Energy Elite Athlete Scholarship
This scheme offers the student athlete a support network enabling them to balance the demands of performance sport with academic study.
Reid Science, Engineering, and Computing Bursary
£500 per year of study
Up to £1,500TD Lewis Scholarship
The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.
Up to £100The Chancellor's Fund
Up to £50The University of Northampton International Scholarship
The University of Northampton International Scholarship Scheme is a merit-based scholarship that provides up to a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees.
Wilson Endowment Scholarship
Successful students will receive three annual payments of £500, one for each year of study.
Up to £1,500
Careers this course leads to
- Data Analyst
- Web Developer
- Database Administrator
- Software Developer
- Systems Analyst
- IT Manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,000 per year
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 Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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