BSc Business Computing with Foundation
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Business Computing with Foundation, a business computing with foundation BSc (Hons) degree spanning business computing with a foundation year. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a foundation year designed to prepare students for advanced study before progressing to the main degree. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement year in industry after completing the second year. The course begins with Year 0, focusing on introductory concepts through compulsory modules such as Computer Systems and Networks, Critical Thinking in a Changing World, Foundation Mathematics, and Information Systems and Data Representation. Year 1 establishes foundations via Business Computing Fundamentals, Business Data Analysis, Business Information Systems Concepts and Applications, and Business Requirements Analysis. Year 2 advances into specialised technical and business areas with Agile Project Management and Professional Experience, BIS Development, Cloud-driven Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, and Data Visualisation and Communication, alongside optional modules covering topics such as Business Analytics, Business Process Intelligence, and Human Computer Interaction and User Experience. The final year concludes with advanced topics and a major independent piece of work through Business Computing Final Project, Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence, Digital Strategy, and Information Systems Security and Assurance (ISSA), with further specialisation options available in Big Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics, and Financial Technologies.
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Entry requirements
A Levels – DDE (64 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 64 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 64 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP. BTEC Diploma – MM. Access – 64 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher Level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 2, SL & HL - IB MYP 3. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combinations of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 72%
- Organisation and management: 64%
- Learning resources: 77%
- Student voice: 56%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 75%
- Gained a higher qualification: 10%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 50%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 30%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 360 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 84%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- Foundation Mathematics
- Information Systems and Data Representation
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Programming
- Business Computing Fundamentals
- Business Data Analysis
- Business Information Systems Concepts and Applications
- Business Requirements Analysis
- Database Technologies
- Web Design and Development
- Agile Project Management and Professional Experience
- BIS Development
- Cloud-driven Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
- Data Visualisation and Communication
- Machine Learning and Data Mining
- Business Analytics
- Business Process Intelligence
- Human Computer Interaction and User Experience
- Business Computing Final Project
- Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Strategy
- Information Systems Security and Assurance (ISSA)
- Big Data Analytics
- Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics
- Financial Technologies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £53,500.
What do graduates of BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is DDE at A level. The average entrant had 94 UCAS points.
Does BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Business Computing with Foundation at University of Westminster?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.