Business Data & Information Systems (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)

Course Content

• Course Details

  This Top-Up BSc course focuses on refining your skills and knowledge to prepare for professional success. You will study modules such as E-commerce and Business Data, Emerging Trends in Data and Information Systems, and Academic Conventions for Critical Analysis, blending theoretical concepts with practical application.

  A key component is the Contemporary Research Project, where you will conduct independent research on a topic of your choice, applying data-driven methods to solve real-world problems.

  The year emphasises developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills while enhancing your understanding of data intelligence and its impact on business decision-making. Opportunities to engage with local employers further strengthen your employability, ensuring you graduate ready to excel in data-driven roles across a variety of industries.

  Students enrolled in the business information systems course enjoy a range of benefits designed to enhance their learning experience and future career prospects:

  • Real-World Experience: Opportunities to engage with local businesses through live pro-jects, case studies, and networking events
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to cutting-edge software and tools used in the industry, including data analytics platforms and eCommerce systems
  • Dedicated Support: Academic mentors, career advisors, and personal academic tutors to guide you throughout your studies and beyond
  • Career Boost: Exclusive workshops on CV building, interview preparation, and career planning to secure graduate-level employment.

  Postgraduate Opportunities

  Upon completing the course, students are well-prepared to pursue postgraduate study in fields that build on their undergraduate knowledge and skills. One highly relevant option is the Business Analytics MSc, which offers advanced training in data analysis, predictive modelling, and strategic decision-making for business contexts.

  This postgraduate business course allows graduates to deepen their expertise in analytics tools and techniques, making them highly competitive in industries requiring data-driven insights.

  Additionally, students progressing to the MSc in Business Analytics or MBA may be eligible for fee discounts or bursaries, depending on the university’s policies.

  By advancing to a Master’s course, students can enhance their career prospects in roles such as Business Analyst, Data Scientist, or Analytics Consultant, and take the next step toward leadership in their field.

  Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 24/25. The modules relating to the academic year 25/26 will be available from June 2025.

  Module list:

  • ACC3046: E-commerce and Business Data – (Compulsory) – 20 credits

  In an increasingly digitised world, businesses operate within complex ecosystems shaped by digital platforms, e-commerce business models and evolving complex business data. This module aims to equip students with a thorough understanding of the dynamics, challenges and opportunities presented by the interconnected digital business landscape to make informed business decisions.

  • EDU3066: Applying Academic Conventions – (Compulsory) – 20 credits

  This module develops students’ ability to effectively apply academic conventions in the subject area, focusing on subject-specific and academic language development for a variety of written and spoken contexts.  Students acquire reading strategies to engage effectively with academic literature and develop communication skills to enable active contribution to collaborative tasks.

  • ACC3047: Emerging Trends in Data and Information Systems – (Compulsory) – 20 credits

  This module examines the latest trends in data and information systems, emphasising hands-on applications, ethical and sustainability considerations, and legal compliance. Students gain insights into information systems methodologies, AI and machine learning technologies, and key data management practices, and engage in vital discussions on data privacy and legal standards.

  • EDU3067: Academic Conventions for Critical Analysis – (Compulsory) – 20 credits

  This module develops language and thinking skills for critical analysis and evaluation in academic and subject-specific contexts.  Students analyse and critique academically challenging texts to support academic arguments, making effective use of information from a range of sources and adapting use of language to the purpose and context.

  • ACC4012: Contemporary Research Project – (Compulsory) – 40 credits

  The purpose of this module is to empower students to advance their business research skills, fostering independence within industry-relevant settings, while receiving academic mentorship. Students select, research, design, implement, report, and derive conclusions from a self-chosen topic.

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