Information Technology with Business Studies BSc (Hons)
Sheffield Hallam University
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**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** **Course summary**- Study business modelling, analysis, design and the implementation of IT solutions. - Explore strategic management, cloud computing, data analytics and business enterprise architecture. - Apply your knowledge through collaborations with industry experts. - Create portfolios, artefacts, prototypes and business solutions. - Gain knowledge to undertake industry-recognised qualifications and ...Read more


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Course summary

- Study business modelling, analysis, design and the implementation of IT solutions. - Explore strategic management, cloud computing, data analytics and business enterprise architecture. - Apply your knowledge through collaborations with industry experts. - Create portfolios, artefacts, prototypes and business solutions. - Gain knowledge to undertake industry-recognised qualifications and accreditations. On this course you’ll gain practical knowledge of business management, enterprise information systems, IT infrastructure management, business architecture and data analytics. You’ll develop core competencies such as project management, service management, content management and designing business enterprise.


How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. This course offers a diverse approach towards teaching. You’ll develop your knowledge through classroom experiences, the Hallam community and learning from IT and business experts – as well as working with regional clients from both profit and non-profit organisations. You’ll start your journey by studying both information technology and business management concepts – along with foundations of information analysis. These elements are integrated together with an understanding of customers and markets. You’ll then develop your knowledge by analysing business services and developing business cases and solutions in WordPress and Visio. In your final year, you’ll apply and develop your knowledge further by working with clients to design and deliver business and service solutions. You’ll also critically analyse and evaluate business data, exploiting enterprise architectures and development of business strategy. You learn through - lectures, seminars and workshops - developing projects for regional clients - organising and delivering your own projects and portfolio - group work collaborations - independent study - work experience You will be supported in your learning journey towards highly skilled, graduate level employment. This includes:- access to our student support triangle to help with your personal, academic and career development - access to our Skills Centre with one to ones, webinars and online resources, where you can get help with planning and structuring your assignments - industry-specific employability activities such as live projects, learning in simulated environments and networking opportunities


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Work placements

You’ll have the opportunity to complete a year-long work placement between your second and third year. A placement is widely recognised as the gold standard opportunity to gain personal and professional development through real-world experience. You will be encouraged to take up this opportunity, as it will benefit your long-term career prospects and salary level, as well as your academic achievements and degree classification. Your course will prepare you to succeed in your placement and you will be supported throughout it. Your placement will allow you to apply the knowledge and skills gained on your course, in areas such as business management, IT and project management.


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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
70th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
63rd
Information Systems
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
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80%
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Information Systems graduate salary at this uni
£23,000
UK Information Systems graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Akintunde
24 Jan 23

Friendly atmosphere. The willingness to help a fellow human goes a long way. Free souvenirs for new entrants. I never got any. Not a cup, a mug or a single freebie besides papers..Read more

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Gbubemi
24 Jan 23

Cool environment..Read more

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UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff:

112 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:15 Grades / Points required

This must include at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example:BBC-BBB at A LevelDDM in BTEC Extended DiplomaMerit overall from a T level qualificationA combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies.

Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.

Popular A-level subjects

Information Systems

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Information & Communication technology
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Business Studies
41%
Geography
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English Language
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History
13%
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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£16,655 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£16,655 per year

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Students from International

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£16655 Per year

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Akintunde
24 Jan 23
Friendly atmosphere. The willingness to help a fellow human goes a long way. Free souvenirs for new entrants. I never got any. Not a cup, a mug or a single freebie besides papers...
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Gbubemi
24 Jan 23
Cool environment...
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