Information Systems (Top-up) (Online Distance Learning) BSc

Bachelor's degree

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    October

To meet the increasing demand for effective information systems in a variety of sectors, the IT industry requires skilled graduates for careers in the design, development and management of key IT systems. You will gain an excellent grounding in information systems and the skills required working in the design, analysis, development and management of IT.
Why study BSc Information Systems (Top-up) (Online Distance Learning) at Middlesex University?
This specialist top-up degree is taught via distance learning, and is specifically designed for international student wishing to top up existing qualifications to gain a full BSc degree in this rapidly developing field.
This degree provides you with key training in state-of the-art IT skills and concepts, including software development, design for multiple platforms (including the web and mobile computing) and design for end users. Its design reflects the current industrial practice and relevant skills you will need to graduate readily prepared for a range of career opportunities in information systems design.
This course will help you to develop business and organisational competencies to complement previously-acquired technical skills and will allow for specialisation towards working either in enterprise or corporate contexts within the general Information Systems framework. Our courses are designed and delivered by distinguished and highly experienced experts who also carry out research and industrial collaboration in their specialist areas.
By engaging with e-learning you will be developing skills which are essential for your learning and are also highly valued by employers. These include but are not limited to working flexibly, communication, utilisation of IT systems and applications, team working and creating shared understandings.
Course highlights
Taught via distance learning, you can top up your current qualifications to a full BSc degree from your home country

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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The Burroughs, NW4 4BT

Start date

OctoberEnrolment now open

About this course

Entry requirements
International
How to apply
Qualifications
If you have previously studied a relevant higher national diploma (HND) in Computer Science (or similar subject) you may be eligible for this course. International students are encouraged to apply directly via our Online Application Portal

In addition, we accept the equivalent of the below qualifications from a recognised overseas qualification:
240 Undergraduate credits in an appropriate subject.

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Subjects

  • Information Systems
  • Computing
  • Design
  • Web
  • Planning
  • Systems
  • Industry
  • Team Training
  • Communication Training
  • Information

Course programme

Course content

What will you study on the BSc Information Systems (Top-up) (Online Distance Learning)?

The course teaches decision making and strategic planning skills for effective use of information technology, and the appropriate use of key implementation strategies for computer-based systems consistent with a range of business needs.

It also includes a range practical design and development exercises. These include the design and implementation of prototype solutions and their iterative development combined with practical user research and the deployment of formative evaluation techniques.

Theoretical concepts will be introduced which can be applied to method selection, strategic planning problem-solving in IT domains. This includes learning how key theories from various core disciplines relevant to design and development, and an understanding of how they can be applied.

What will you gain?

You will develop competencies for specifying, designing and constructing effective implementation strategies for computer-based systems consistent with a range of business needs. You will also develop the ability to form effective dialogue with various stakeholders (a range of audiences) in electronic as well as written and oral forms for effective dialogue with various stakeholders.

You will be trained in identifying and managing resources necessary for all stages of projects – analysis, planning, estimation, execution and improvement – of individual systems development to ensure technical, financial and quality targets are met.

Your numerate and computational skills will be honed and advanced through practical exercises. The modules also support development of generic computational skills such as processing and representing data, and internet communication

The course will help develop key academic writing skills, notably through report writing and documentation of practical coursework.

Modules

Web, Mobile and Cloud Computing (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module investigates three modern technological enablers of BIS, including issues of design, accessibility, usability and security. You will learn how to build web, mobile and cloud based applications and will also be made aware of issue of deployment, monitoring, automation and security of Cloud operations and facilities.

IS Planning and Management (30 credits) - Compulsory

You learn techniques for planning and controlling IT projects, managing risk and quality and dealing with various organisational aspects within modern industrial organisations

Interaction Design and User Experience (30 credits) - Compulsory

You learn a development approach for end-user systems that emphasises the use of user-research methods, evolutionary prototyping and formative evaluation. You will also learn key design process activities and tools for successful design.

Information Systems Development (30 credits) - Compulsory

This module provides an introduction to the key system development methods that are used in industry. You will learn to critically assess the suitability of methods in particular application domains.

You can find more information about this course in the programme specification. Optional modules are usually available at levels 5 and 6, although optional modules are not offered on every course. Where optional modules are available, you will be asked to make your choice during the previous academic year. If we have insufficient numbers of students interested in an optional module, or there are staffing changes which affect the teaching, it may not be offered. If an optional module will not run, we will advise you after the module selection period when numbers are confirmed, or at the earliest time that the programme team make the decision not to run the module, and help you choose an alternative module.

Information Systems (Top-up) (Online Distance Learning) BSc

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