Information Systems
Bachelor's degree
In Luton
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Luton
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Duration
3 Years
To provide students with an understanding of information in organisations, the capacity to exploit existing software to design and develop information systems, and the technical ability to interact with computer programmers, software engineers, and computer scientists.
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About this course
* UCAS Tariff Score greater than 160, which should include either two A level passes or an AVCE Double Award
* An Access qualification
* Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, Scottish Highers, International Baccalaureate or BTEC National Diploma
If you left school or the further education sector without the normal academic qualifications for entry to higher education, the 4-year extended degree route may be suitable for you.
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Course programme
BSc (Hons) Information Systems
Mode: full-time
As computer-based technologies become more sophisticated and complex, there is an increasing demand for individuals who can interpret the information needs of organisations without becoming involved in the highly technical aspects of the technology.
The programme concentrates on the practical aspects of systems development and provides extensive use of RDBMS (Relational Database Management Systems). There are also optional modules in Networking and Quality Management available.
Areas of study include:
- Competitive Advantage of IT
- Database Development
- IT Systems Building
- Decision Support Systems
- Web Database Systems
- IT Project Management
- Social and Professional Issues in Computing
Why choose this course?
- The latest software in state-of-the-art laboratories
- Develop information systems for real clients through Academic into Business Computing (ABC) Centre
- Develop skills in practical and professional project management to ensure project success
Career Opportunities
Systems analyst, Business analyst, Database administration, Project management.
Assessment
Course work, practical tests, exams, group and individual project work.
Information Systems