Information Technology BSc (Hons)

Information technology (IT) is an integral part of our lives. Working with IT involves finding technological solutions to everyday communication needs – if you have a logical mind, enjoy problem solving and prefer working with people and packages (rather than programming) then the IT sector could be an ideal career for you.

The skills developed on this degree are highly sought after by employers and will build a strong foundation for working in industry. You explore the complex body of knowledge relating to computer science at the current boundaries of research and development. You develop skills in:

• Project management
• Problem solving
• Rapid systems development
• Using specialist tools
• Working closely with users
• Professional ethics and legal issues within IT.

Top reasons to study this course at Teesside:

• Graduate Success: 90% of BSc (Hons) Information Technology students go on to work and/or study 15 months after the course (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019-20 and 2020-21).
• Industry links: work on live industry briefs, competitions and hackathons with companies including Cisco, Cubic Transportation Systems, Sage, TUI, Atombank, HMRC and Waterstons.
• British Computer Society (BCS) academic membership: get free BCS membership to accelerate your career path with CV builder tools, e-learning courses, mentorships programmes, jobs boards and volunteering opportunities.
• Career-ready: our ExpoSeries of events allow you to showcase your skills to industry professionals who are seeking to recruit new and rising talent.
• Student satisfaction: 100% of information technology students agreed that teaching staff supported their learning (National Student Survey 2024).

This degree has been accredited by BCS (British Computer Society), The Chartered Institute for IT.

• Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS. An accredited degree entitles you to professional membership of BCS, which is an important part of the criteria for achieving Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status through the Institute. Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Foundation year

• Study this course with a foundation year if you need additional preparation or if you don't have sufficient grades to join Year 1.

Work placement

• Study this course with an optional work placement year, at no extra cost. Alongside this, you can gain valuable experience and engagement with the sector through our shorter work placements, internships and work experience opportunities.