BSc (Hons) Computing and Entrepreneurship

at University of Gibraltar

Modules
The programme is designed to prepare graduates for careers in the IT industry, including software engineering and systems/ project management. Delivered by expert teaching staff and industry experts, the full-time BSc (Hons) Computing and Entrepreneurship is a three-year programme that typically requires a commitment of sixteen hours class time a week. The schedule below outlines a typical study plan.

Year 1

Semester 1

• Introduction to programming**
• Introduction to Computer & Operating Systems
• Accounting for Managers
• Management Information Systems

Semester 2

• Software Engineering 1
• Web Programming
• Business Economics
• Principles of Marketing

Year 2

Semester 1

• Databases and big data**
• Software Engineering 2**
• Business Law
• Management Principles

Semester 2

• IT Project Management (inc. Scrum Master)**
• Networks
• Entrepreneurship
• HR Management

Year 3

Semester 1

• Innovative Studies
• Management Strategy for Entrepreneurs
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

Semester 2

• Cyber Security
• Cloud Computing **
• Dissertation/ Final Project

Typically, all applicants should have:

• BCC at ‘A level’ (104 UCAS) points or international equivalent; to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Information or Design Technology.

All applicants should have:

• 5 GCSE’s A*– C (grade 4 or above post 2017) including English Language, Mathematics, and Science (or international equivalent).
• Strong communications skills with the ability to communicate your ideas effectively in discussions, presentations and writing.

If you do not meet our entry requirements, you can still apply as we will consider your application.

English Language Requirements:

• An overall IELTS test result of 6.5, including a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-tests. Equivalent awards will be considered (e.g. Pearson’s Test of English, Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English, Duolingo English Test, City & Guilds International ESOL 8984, or the TOEFL- IBT test of English proficiency).

FEE (PER ANNUM)

Home Full-Time    
£9,250

International and EU
£9,250

The broad skill set developed during the BSc Hons offers a variety of other opportunities for a career in computing and business, including roles such as:

• Systems analyst;

• Data management and analytics;

• Project management;

• Entrepreneur;

• Software Engineer;

• Systems administrator.