Business Computing BSc (Hons)

COURSE INFORMATION (2010 ENTRY)

3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich

School of Computing, Engineering and Information Sciences
Pandon Building, Newcastle City Campus

With national and global business becoming increasingly reliant on computing, we have seen an ever-increasing demand for IT professionals. Business Computing provides a solid platform for graduates providing the skills much desired by businesses. With subjects ranging from programming to project management Business Computing gives graduates a valuable insight into the various career paths that arise after completion of the course.
The main objective of the programme is to provide a broad general education in the theory and practice of computing with special emphasis on computing in the business world.
The course produces graduates who are highly skilled and professional in developing and managing computer solutions, knowledge of current and emerging technologies, and with a broad business awareness.
Students on the course enjoy state-of-the-art workshops and laboratories equipped with the latest, industry standard technology and are currently benefiting from the enhanced facilities provided in a £7 million major refurbishment programme.

N.B. This information applies to 2010 entry - if you are interested in 2011 entry, please contact us

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COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT

Each module of study is assessed by coursework assignments, end of module examinations or a combination of these. All modules have some elements of practical work, much of which makes use of computer systems. The final year project may or may not be initiated by work during placement, but does not formally commence until the second semester. It consists of an end project and a project explaining and evaluating the project process.

ACCREDITATION

Honours graduates will be fully exempt from BCS professional qualifications and will partially meet the requirements for CEng.

CAREERS

Business Computing opens up a variety of career opportunities for graduates. By liaising with key members of the industry about the skills they desire we are able to educate students accordingly.
Some possible career paths include programming, systems analysis, software engineering, system implementing, database administrating, multimedia design and network managing. Career prospects are excellent.
Graduates may be involved in implementing web solutions to business problems, seeking out and applying new technologies to existing internet systems, or managing increasingly sophisticated internet services.

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COURSE MODULES

Year 1

CG0047 - Programming 1 (JAVA) (CORE, 20 Credits)

CG0048 - Programming 2 (JAVA) (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0429 - Relational Databases (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0432 - Systems Analysis (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0433 - Computing Fundamentals (CORE, 20 Credits)

EN0405 - Web and Communication (CORE, 20 Credits)

Year 2

CM0160 - Foundations of Human Computer Interaction (CORE, 10 Credits)

CM0504 - Networks & Operating Systems (BSc) (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0551 - Data Structures & Algorithms (CORE, 10 Credits)

CM0552 - Database Programming (CORE, 10 Credits)

CM0557 - System Design & Architecture (CORE, 10 Credits)

CM0558 - Professional Development & Project Management (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0564 - Music, Business and Digital Technology (OPTION, 20 Credits)

IS0489 - The Business Environment, Organisations and Management Information Systems (OPTION, 20 Credits)

IS0503 - Integrative Consultancy Project (CORE, 20 Credits)

IS0524 - Integrated Enterprise Systems (OPTION, 20 Credits)

LI0143 - Customer Oriented Communication (OPTION, 20 Credits)

ML0981 - Unilang (DUMMY) Level 5 Year Long (OPTION, 20 Credits)

Year 3

CM0567 - CEIS Professional Placement (CORE, 0 Credits)

Year 4

CM0039 - Business Case Project (CORE, 10 Credits)

CM0602 - Effective Systems Development (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0603 - Strategic Systems Management (CORE, 20 Credits)

CM0645 - Individual Project (CORE, 40 Credits)

CM0648 - Professionalism & Ethical Practice (CORE, 10 Credits)

IS0601 - Information and the Web in Business: Theory & Practice (OPTION, 20 Credits)

IS0619 - Graduate Enterprise for CEIS (OPTION, 20 Credits)

IS0625 - Business Strategies and Digital Technology within the Music Industry (OPTION, 20 Credits)

LI0634 - Learning Support and User Needs Analysis (OPTION, 20 Credits)

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