BSc (Hons) Information and Communication Technology (Full Time)

On this degree you will acquire in-depth knowledge on the technologies used to communicate information in the workplace.

Course overview  

One of the key factors in operating an efficient organisation is ensuring that the right information is communicated speedily to the people who need it, and in the form in which they can use it.

This course will enable you to work with the technology involved in communicating information either across the world or around the office. Much of this technology consists of computer networks, which are taught throughout this degree.

To enhance your employability, you will undertake themes in network management and strategic issues facing information and communication technology in your final year. Computerised methods, their effect on people and how to apply computer applications to business are also explored.
Through a lively and varied mix of teaching methods and assessment, you will be challenged in both theoretical and practical areas. Special emphasis is placed on developing your presentation skills to boost your value in today’s workplace. 

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Industrial focus

You can also benefit from our successful optional Industrial Placement Year scheme. This occurs after Year 2, and before choosing your area of specialism for your final year. You will be given help and support for careers and placement preparation. 

Course content

Year 1

Six core units:

• Systems Analysis and Design
• Introduction to Databases
• Internet Technology
• Introduction to Programming
• Network Foundation
• Group Project.

Year 2

Six core units:

• Information Systems Design
• Database Application Development
• Developing for the Internet
• Human-Digital Interaction Design
• Network Implementation
• Graduate Development.

Year 3

Three core units and two option units:

• Project (double unit)
• Network Management
• Human computer Interaction.
  
  Options:
• Business Operations
• Advanced and Distributed Databases
• Emerging Web Technologies
• Computer Law and Intellectual Property
• Curriculum Plus.

Why choose this course?

• Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) as fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered IT Professional registration.  
• Dedicated technology and networking laboratories.
• Specialist Usability Laboratory available for research and analysis.
• External speakers are invited for regular BCS meetings.

Assessment

Assessment is through presentations, practical work, written assignments and group work. There are few formal exams.

Key career skills

Creative thinking, presentation, project management, visual communication, evaluation and problem solving. 

Projects/work experience

The optional industrial placement year offers many benefits. Past companies have included: local authorities, Ordnance Survey, IBM, Convergys, Hewlett Packard, Lloyds TSB and Southampton Football Club. 

Graduate profile

Margarethe Höhne

“I really enjoyed the variety of subjects we worked on over the course of the degree; help was always given from our lecturers when we needed it as well which was great. I feel that doing my degree in the UK was also a big advantage to my job search after graduation.”