4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
The BSc Business Information Technology (Including Professional Experience) at Queen’s University Belfast combines computing, IT, and business modules with a year in industry. It suits students aiming to apply technical, analytical, and management skills in real business contexts.
Curriculum Structure:
Year 1: Students learn the fundamentals of Programming and Systems Development, Data Driven Systems, and Business, Government and Society, building a foundation in computing and organisational studies.
Year 2: Modules like Software Development Processes, User Experience Design, and Information Management strengthen technical and professional skills in business applications.
Year 3 (Placement): Students complete a year of professional experience, applying IT and business knowledge in real industry settings.
Year 4: Advanced study through BIT Project, Innovation Management, and Strategic Management, integrating technical, ethical, and strategic aspects of IT.
Focus areas: “Software development, business systems, UX design, information management, data analysis, strategy”
Learning outcomes: “Develop practical computing skills, understand business processes, apply IT solutions, and gain professional experience.”
Professional alignment: Includes a full placement year for real-world exposure.
Reputation: Queen’s University Belfast ranks among the UK’s top universities for employability and industry-linked learning.
This programme is designed to bridge the gap between business processes and information technology through direct industry application. You will develop professional skills using the University's specialist facilities before applying them during a dedicated, paid professional placement year. This integrated approach is delivered through:
Professional Placement Year: A dedicated year working in a professional IT or business systems role, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in a real organisational setting.
Specialist Computing Facilities: Access to Queen's Computer Science labs and the Trading Room in the Riddel Hall, equipped with Bloomberg Terminals and industry-standard software for business analysis and systems development.
Industry-Standard Software: Practical work with systems analysis tools, database management systems like Oracle and SQL Server, and enterprise software platforms.
Practical Project-Based Learning: Group projects focused on designing and developing business information systems, simulating real-world IT consultancy and solution development.
Graduates of Queen’s University Belfast’s BSc in Business Information Technology (Including Professional Experience) gain a strong foundation in IT, computing, and management, preparing them for roles that integrate business strategy with technological innovation. Common career paths include IT Consultant, Business Analyst, Systems Developer, and Project Manager:
The Queen’s Careers, Employability, and Skills team provides tailored support such as career mentoring, networking events, and workshops, while the Degree Plus initiative enhances employability through extracurricular and professional experience.
The program integrates a compulsory paid industry placement year, greatly improving job readiness. Average graduate salaries are around £31,000 within 15 months of graduation.
Strong industry partnerships with Microsoft, Liberty IT, IBM, Deloitte, BT, Citi, SAP, and Kainos provide direct access to professional networks and placement opportunities across Northern Ireland and beyond.
The degree offers sustained value through Queen’s Management School accreditation and its close alignment with leading IT employers and industry standards.
Graduates benefit from high employability, with Queen’s University Belfast having a 91% graduate employment rate across its programs.
Further Academic Progression: Graduates can advance to postgraduate qualifications such as the MSc in Information Systems, MSc in Business Analytics, or MSc in Applied Cyber Security at Queen’s or other global universities. They may also pursue professional certifications like PRINCE2, ITIL, or AWS Cloud Practitioner to strengthen technical and managerial credentials.



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