The BSc (Hons) Business Technology course at UWS combines business understanding with practical IT skills for organisations using technology to support operations and growth.
BSc (Hons)
Six years full-time or eight years part-time
September, January, May
The BSc (Hons) Business Technology course explores how organisations adopt and use digital technologies to support operations, improve services and drive growth. It combines business knowledge with practical IT and systems skills.
Unlike more specialist computing courses, this course focuses on the role of technology in modern organisations. You will study a mix of business and technology modules, with content informed by areas such as Microsoft, Cisco and the British Computer Society.
The course is recognised by the British Computer Society and includes opportunities for professional certification and a 36-week placement route with an approved employer.
This course is for students who want to work at the intersection of business and technology. It is suitable if you are interested in IT support, business systems, digital transformation, software and ICT applications, technical maintenance, business operations or technology-enabled business improvement.
Graduates can use this degree as a route into business technology, IT support, systems administration, business analysis, digital transformation, technical consultancy, project support, operations and wider technology-enabled business roles. You may also progress to postgraduate study in business or technology.
Develop business understanding alongside practical IT, networking, database and systems skills.
Explore how organisations use technology to support operations, improve services and drive growth.
Study a course recognised by the British Computer Society, with opportunities to supplement learning through vendor certification where available.
Students normally choose two optional modules at this level, in consultation with the Programme Leader where required.
You will learn through lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, seminars, group work and blended learning supported by the virtual learning environment. Assessment may include coursework, reports, laboratory-based exercises, presentations and examinations where appropriate.
The course is recognised by the British Computer Society and supports progression into business technology, IT support, systems analysis, business intelligence, information security, project management and related roles.
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Please visit our Undergraduate entry requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications.
| Scottish Highers | BBBB including one of English, Maths or Computing/Computer Science, plus English and Maths at least at SQA Standard Grade 3, Intermediate 2 or National 4. |
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| A Levels | BBC including one of English, Maths or Computing, plus three GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above. |
| HNC | Business or Administration/IT. |
| Scottish Advanced Highers | CCC including English, Maths or Computing, plus Highers in two other subjects at AB and English and Maths at the required level. |
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| A Levels | BBB in one sitting including English, Maths or Computing, plus three GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above. |
| HNC / BTEC Level 4 HNC | Computing or IT-related subject. |
| BTEC Extended Diploma | DDM. |
| HND / BTEC Level 5 HND / Foundation Degree | Computing or IT-related subject, normally with grade B in the graded unit or equivalent. |
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Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.
Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English language requirements set out by the University.
Explore the career opportunities this course can lead to. The skills and knowledge you gain can prepare you for a wide range of roles across your chosen industry and support your long-term professional development.



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