Introduction
The overall aim of the AU BA (Hons) Business & Computing with Foundation Year is to enable students to acquire knowledge, understanding and a range of practical skills relating to the two inter-related disciplines which are applicable to commercial and non-commercial sectors, and in a variety of geographical and cultural settings. Simultaneously students will develop a range of transferrable skills that will aid them as they pursue business and computing careers or further relevant study.
Course Overview
Do you want to learn about business and computing, but you’re not sure if you qualify for university study? Arden’s BA (Hons) Business & Computing Degree is available to study with an integrated Foundation Year. Beginning with a year of academic foundational study, this programme is perfect to prepare you for success at the Undergraduate level. This programme is delivered completely online, with a flexible learning schedule.
The foundation year will equip you with the essential skills needed to embark on your Undergraduate Degree in Business and Computing, including basic numeracy, academic and research skills, as well as IT and Business topics. You’ll develop a broad understanding of business and computing activity through our Distance Learning model, focussing on the influence of key concepts to achieve an organisation’s strategic objective.
Study modern modules which cover topics like Computer Technology, Information Systems in Organisations and Understanding the Business Environment, giving you the knowledge which applies to career across a range of sectors and industries.
Modules
Foundation Year Modules
Developing Academic Skills
Using Numeracy, Data & IT
Research Skills and Using Information
Values, Ethics & Working Collaboratively
Structure of Business
Technology in Organisations
Year 2
Effective Interdisciplinary Study
Computer Technology
Information Systems in Organisations
Understanding the Business Environment
Principles of Marketing
People in Organisations
Year 3
Research Ethics in Action
Data Communications
Quality Systems in IT
Strategic Information Systems
Managing Across Cultures
Enterprise & Entrepreneurship
Year 4
Current Trends in Networking
Management in IT
Contemporary Management Issues
International Management
Research Planning & Project
Please note that the modules listed are indicative and may be subject to change.
Entry Requirements
Candidates for our online Business & Computing Degree with Foundation Year are required to submit a personal statement (of between 350-550 words) or attend an online interview demonstrating an ability to study the programme at Arden University, taking into account:
Your motivation for undertaking the programme
Relevant work experience
Prior qualifications
References
If your previous study was not in English, you will also need to have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element).
Candidates for this online Degree with Foundation Year are required to submit a personal statement (of between 350-550 words) or attend an online interview demonstrating an ability to study the programme at Arden University, taking into account:
Your motivation for undertaking the programme
Relevant work experience
Prior qualifications
References
If your previous study was not in English, you will also need to have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element).
