A degree in Business Computing is a combination of various IT and business knowledge and enables students to create an interface between the IT world and the business world. Students are able, through this knowledge, to understand the business context in which information systems are required to be used, to understand user requirements, and develop and implement IT solutions for businesses.
You’ll be able by leveraging your IT expertise to keep businesses running, and develop products and services that are competitive. You will be taught how to use a variety of IT tools such as web development, databases and programming. You will also learn the broader IT capabilities that employers look for including teamwork.
The course is strongly linked to industry as guest lecturers from both engineering and IT partners sharing their experiences and working with students on live briefings throughout the year. You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a work-based experience, which you can choose where and when to do in line with your interests and career plans.
Ahsan, BSc Business Computing and IT graduate
From studying at a BSc in Business Computing at Aston University to working for Spotify as a Data Analyst, Ahsan talks about his experiences of combining a computer’s technical expertise with a wider understanding of management and business.