Business Computing BSc (Hons)
University of Greenwich
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Business Computing BSc (Hons) at University of Greenwich for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Computer Science
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Computer Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28000 | £24000 | £29500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £37000 | £18500 - £30500 | £22500 - £39500 |
All Computer Science courses of University of Greenwich
Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29821 | £25150 | £29857 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24771 - £35770 | £18886 - £32933 | £21689 - £41100 |
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Course Description
Our business computing degree covers a range of themes important to businesses, including IT management, computing projects and security issues.
With our degree in business computing, you will learn how computing and information systems fit into business structures and functions, and how computer systems are developed.
You'll learn how to design and build IT systems using database design and software development techniques. You will also gain the skills to design and build systems to meet modern business needs.
Popular career options for business computing graduates include IT management and support, consultancy and project management.
What you should know about this course
- This practical degree covers both technical and theoretical issues relating to the development, management and maintenance of information systems and applications.
- You’ll learn to enhance your academic knowledge and project management expertise in IT development and security issues within industry.
- The course provides a strong understanding of modern business structures and functions and how IT is used in such environments.
- The University of Greenwich has a long-standing relationship with the British Computer Society (BCS), which accredits our computing degree programmes. As this programme was extensively updated in 2019, it has a current designation of Initial Full Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) accreditation for the 2019 intake. The accreditation status is expected to be confirmed in autumn 2022 after the first cohort of students graduate.
Students will be kept updated on the status of this. In the very unlikely event that this does not progress as expected the university will support students with individual BCS membership applications at the point of graduation.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Business Computing BSc (Hons) at University of Greenwich
| 40% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 9% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 8% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
| 8% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 4% | Sales occupations |
| 4% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 4% | Other Health Professionals |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Business Computing BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16150 | year 1 |
| International | £16150 | year 1 |
| EU | £17000 | year 1 |
| International | £17000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Greenwich in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Greenwich in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #69
- #88
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- Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #47
- #601
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 27 university rankings of University of Greenwich
About University of Greenwich
The University of Greenwich operates on government funding, and is based in London and Kent, England. The university’s main campus, the Old Royal Naval College, as well as its Avery Hill campus are located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, in Greater London. Its satellite campus in Medway, Kent is part of a collaboration with the University of Kent.
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Student composition of University of Greenwich
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Greenwich by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 15845
- postgraduates:
- 5550
- Total:
- 21395
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Business Computing”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
