Business Information Technology with a Year in Industry\t

In today’s digital landscape, the **Business Information Technology** degree equips students with essential computing skills tailored for business applications, including e-commerce and information systems. This program merges information technology with business principles, aligning with industry needs and enhancing employment prospects. Over half of the students opt for a **Year in Industry**, gaining valuable work experience, earning a salary, and increasing their chances of post-graduation employment with the same company.

**Accreditation:**  

Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) and The Chartered Institute for IT.

**Career Opportunities:**  

Graduates armed with IT and business expertise can explore diverse career paths in software engineering, mobile app development, systems analysis, consultancy, and more. Notable employers include Cisco, IBM, and The Walt Disney Company.

**Location:**  

Studying in Canterbury offers a vibrant, diverse atmosphere, enriched by a high student population and a historic backdrop.

**Modules Overview:**

- **Year 1:** Programming I & II, Internet Technologies, Human-Computer Interaction, Foundations of Computing, Financial Accounting.

- **Year 2:** Database Systems, Web Development, Software Development, Business Ethics, Operations Management, Project Management.

- **Year in Industry:** Work placements with companies like IBM and Vodafone, including opportunities abroad in cities like Amsterdam and Hong Kong.

- **Year 3:** Focus on Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, Group Project, with optional modules such as Information Security Management and Data Mining.