Undergraduate Programme Specification
BSc Business Information Technology Incl Professional Experience
Academic Year 2022/23
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| Programme Title | BSc Business Information Technology Incl Professional Experience | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | BIT-BSC-S | UCAS Code | GN51 | HECoS Code |
100362 - Business information technolog - 100 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 4 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 480 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Electronics, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Computing (2016) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations None |
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Programme Specific Regulations The programme is subject to the University General Regulations which can be found at: http://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/AcademicStudentAffairs/AcademicAffairs/ |
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Students with protected characteristics N/A |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The overall aim of the programme is to provide a broadly-based education in Information Technology fundamentals and a firm foundation in Management, which will produce graduates equipped to undertake software development or use technology for a business advantage.
•Embark on careers as managers or developers within contemporary, technology-driven business environments.
•Understand the fundamental principles of Software Engineering, Information Technology and Management with an emphasis on application within a business environment.
•Use information technologies to build and develop globally competitive business practices and solve associated technological problems.
•Demonstrate a disciplined approach to the development and implementation of IT-enabled business processes for effective business operation.
•Advocate and adopt a user-centred approach towards the management and development of information technology systems.
•Exercise high levels of professionalism and an awareness of the wider business and legal environment in which information technologists operate.
•Possess strong interpersonal skills, encompassing team-working skills and effective oral, written, presentation and listening skills.
•Uphold the values, attitudes and competencies needed to undertake CPD and self-directed learning throughout their careers.
•Draw upon practical skills and experience of software development in a business/commercial context.
Consistent with the general Educational Aims of the Programme and the specific requirements of the Benchmarking Statement for Computing, this specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme, and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
Specifically, students graduating from the programme will have achieved the following learning outcomes, commensurate with degree classification, relating to subject specific knowledge and understanding; intellectual, practical and key transferable skills:
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyse, evaluate and interpret information |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Problem solving and design pervade the degree, with each individual module emphasising some aspect of problem solving and/or good design practice. All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
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Synthesise information from a variety of sources |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Fundamental aspect of Computing disciplines and strongly embedded within all modules. Developed and practised through engagement within lectures, practicals, assignments and projects. Assessed as an integral aspect of most learning outcomes Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
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Evaluate designs, components, products and artefacts and make improvements |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Feedback is given to students on practical works, assignments, homework and on all formative work produced. Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
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Formulate and test hypothesis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homework, assignments and end-of-module written examinations Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
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Application of theory and concepts to real world context |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations. Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
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Recognise and analyse problems and develop strategies for their solution |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment All modules have a coursework component (practical work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures. The coursework develops from guided work leading to understanding in first year to open learning, open ended designs with development of specifications, customer and business input and validation in final year. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply a range of specific technical skills necessary to design and construct advanced IT systems for business applications |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Understand and apply the principles and techniques of core Management subjects |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Understand the essential facts, concepts, principles and theories of Computer Science. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Critically evaluate and reflect upon current thinking in Management. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Critically evaluate and integrate knowledge of Management and knowledge of IT |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Understand good scientific and engineering practice in the specification, design, implementation, testing and delivery and maintenance of computer based solutions. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Form an integral part of all technical strands of the programme assuming increasing importance as students progress through the levels and is the dominant feature of final year technical modules. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Understand the importance of quality and fitness for purpose of the software engineering process and resulting artefacts. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies A combination of lectures, guest speakers, seminars/ tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
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Understand the responsibilities of Information Technologists in Business and their role within an organisation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Year of Professional Experience and Professional Practice module. Methods of Assessment Testing of the knowledge base is through a combination of unseen written examinations (KU1 – KU8) and assessed practical work (KU1, KU2, KU3, KU5), homeworks (KU1, KU2), assignments (KU8), presentations (KU5) and project reports, presentations and demonstrations (KU1 – KU8). |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Plan and manage a Software e-business project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in Level 2 and developed in the final year Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
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Implement a design managerial IT solution using an appropriate programming language. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core at all levels. Taught through lectures and supplemented through practical and project work. Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
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Retrieve, sift and select current and relevant primary and secondary information from standard and electronic sources |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught through lectures and developed through homework, assignments, practical and project work Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
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Deploy effectively the tools used in the construction and documentation of business information systems |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Developed through practical and project work Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
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Prepare technical reports. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Developed through feedback on reports written for Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
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Give technical presentations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Developed through feedback on reports written for Methods of Assessment Practical skills are assessed through reports on practical work, coursework reports and project reports and presentations. The corresponding assessment will be used to determine whether a student has achieved the stated outcome. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Work effectively within a team. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in Level 2 and developed through various Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Retrieve information from a variety of sources and by a variety of techniques |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Introduced during the University induction course and developed through assignments and project work involving library resources (catalogues), web-based resources (browsers and search engines) and personal contacts. Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Use information technology effectively in a business and managerial context |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Developed through practical work, projects, assignments and other coursework activities and individual learning. Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Developed through assignments, homeworks, reports, Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Understand and present information involving a quantitative dimension |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught through lectures, homeworks and practical Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Learn to improve own learning and performance |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in level 2. Students apply the skill in meeting Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Learn independently in familiar and unfamiliar situations with open-mindedness and a spirit of critical enquiry |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Nurtured and developed throughout the course which is structured and delivered in such a way as to promote this. Students apply and develop the skill during the Year of Professional Experience. Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Plan and manage career |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in Level 2. Developed through assignments Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
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Appreciate the need for continuing professional development in recognition of the need for lifelong learning. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in Level 2. Promoted throughout the course Methods of Assessment Peer assessment within teams is used in assessing skill (T1). |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| Marketing | MGT1013 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Programming and Systems Development | CSC1024 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 35% | 45% | 20% |
| Organisational Behaviour | MGT1009 | 1 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Databases | CSC1023 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 30% | 40% | 30% |
| Accounting | ACC1002 | 1 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 20% | 80% |
| Business, Government and Society | MGT1012 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| An Introduction to Economics | ECO1007 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Data and Statistics | MGT2009 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Human Resource Management | MGT2013 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Operations Management | MGT2005 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Leading for Change | MGT2019 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| International Business | MGT2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Professional and Transferrable Skills | CSC2065 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Modern Web App Development | CSC2057 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| User Experience Design | CSC2054 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Year of Professional Experience | CSC2034 | 3 | 120 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Business Ethics | MGT3012 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Information Systems in Organisations | ISY3008 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 90% | 10% | 0% |
| BIT Project | CSC3023 | 4 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Innovation Management | MGT3011 | 4 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Contemporary and Emerging Issues in Business and Management | MGT3034 | 4 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Public Sector Management | MGT3018 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Network Security | CSC3064 | 4 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Strategic Management | MGT3019 | 4 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Data Analysis and Visualisation | CSC3062 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Supply Chain Management | MGT3013 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
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