BSc Computer Science with Business Management

Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science with Business Management

Key data

  • UCAS code: G4N1 (GKN1 with the Year in Industry)
  • Duration of programme: 3 years; 4 years with a Year in Industry

Contact Details

Entry requirements: 2014

  • Number of A levels required: 3
  • Typical offers: A*AA  - AAB
  • Required subjects and grades: Mathematics or Computing must be offered at A Level.  We also require Grade B in GCSE Mathematics (if not offered at A Level) and Grade C in GCSE English
  • General Studies or Critical Thinking: Not accepted
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma: Not accepted
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 35 points including 6 in HL Mathematics or Computing.  We also require 5 in SL Mathematics (if not offered at HL) and 5 in SL English.

See also general entry requirements

Additional information

  • It is desirable, but not essential, to have some experience of writing computer programs
  • To view our undergraduate brochure please click here
  • This degree can be taken with a year in industry
  • We accept other qualifications from the UK and overseas. Please contact the Admissions Tutor or Central Admissions Office for more information

Description

Computing has already transformed business. Technologies that have had significant impact include computer-aided manufacturing, just-in-time manufacturing, data mining and data warehousing in the retail sector, e-procurement, internet banking and online shopping.

These are today’s technologies, but what will happen in the near future? What impact will computer science topics like machine learning, social modelling and evolutionary computation have on business?

There is a real demand for managers who have a thorough grasp of computer science as well as a clear understanding of management principles. This programme is designed to give you both.

This degree is taught jointly by the School of Computer Science and Birmingham Business School. It will prepare you not only for the technical side of computing, but also for a career in management, sales or marketing, especially one related to IT. In each year, you will spend one-third of your time in the Business School and two-thirds in the School of Computer Science.

First year

In your first year you take introductory courses in economics, business organisation, financial analysis and international economy. In Computer Science, you will learn to program in a language used widely in industry, and study the principles of designing efficient software.

Second year

In the second year you continue your management studies with modules in Human Resources, Marketing, International Business and Financial Decision-making. In Computer Science you learn about enabling technologies such as graphics and databases, while also implementing them, so improving your programming skills. You also learn the principles of computer networking and architectures.

Third year

In the final year you produce a large piece of software in your degree project, and select options from a variety on offer in the School of Computer Science. There are typically four to choose from a total of around 20, including Computer Networks, Commercial Programming, Advanced Databases, Distributed Systems and Virtual Reality. On the business side, you study strategic management, supply chain management and corporate finance.

Career opportunities

Graduates with hybrid skills in computing and business are in great demand. You may choose a more traditional computing role such as a systems analyst, programmer or software consultant, where your business knowledge gives you an advantage. Or you may take the management route, where your technical knowledge will provide you with a deeper insight into IT issues. Software houses, commercial and financial services, insurance, banking and management consultancy are just a few of the industries our graduates have entered.

Course Modules

Please note that actual course modules may vary from year to year, however, the following are typical course modules:

Compulsory Modules

Optional Modules