About Business Information Technology - Bsc (hons) in Edinburgh Napier University
The course introduces you to the dynamic information technology, and equip you with the skills and knowledge on how it is managed, and how business systems can be integrated to support an organisation.
On completion, you will be equipped with a hybrid skill set, allowing you to pursue a number of different career pathways in a promising field of industry where business operations merge with information technologies.
Course details
In the beginning the course covers the fundamentals on computer systems and the application of information systems in organisation. You will learn how data is stored, retrieved and analysed to provide timely and relevant information for decision making in organisation.
There are group work elements where you work with your peers on projects allowing you to gain skill on project management, user centered design, and the importance of systems security.
In your final year you will have the opportunity to conduct research on information systems management, planning and delivery with support from your lecturers.
Career opportunities include:
- Project/Program Manager
- Digital Service Manager
- Business Analyst
- System Analyst
- Digital Marketer
- User Needs Analyst and Usability Tester
To apply for our bachelors courses, you should have completed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with overall 60% or above in the Intermediate (10+2) (XII Standard) exam.
If you have 60% or higher in English in the Indian HSC Intermediate (10+2) (XII Standard) exam, you may be considered for an undergraduate study without a further English test on a case-by-case basis.
IELTS (Academic)
6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL Internet Based Test
80 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Pearson’s Test of Academic English
56 overall with a minimum of 51 in each component
Edinburgh Napier University Highlights
Type of university |
Public |
Location |
United Kingdom |
Mode of Payment |
Direct payment, cash by post, Western Union, credit or debit card, or ePay. |
Accreditation |
The Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) or other recognized bodies |
FAFSA Code |
G34184 |
Student population |
19,500 |
Housing capacity |
1,240 students |
The average cost of attendance |
28,000-30,000 GBP |
Edinburgh Napier University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The table below shows the estimated cost of living in UK while attending the institute. The cost is presented annually and may vary according to the needs of individuals.
Item |
Amount per annum in GBP |
Tuition fees |
15,522-17,472 |
Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Books and Supplies, Insurance, etc. |
12,600 |
Total |
28,122-30,072 |
Edinburgh Napier University Application process
Application fee:
- Undergraduate: 13 GBP to 24 GBP
- Graduate: Not available
Supporting documents:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- References
- English proficiency proof
- Personal statement
- CV or resume
- Interview or portfolio (if required)
- Copy of passport/visa
- Copy of CAS (if applicable)
Academic requirements:
- Undergraduate: Overall of 60% in Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or higher in the Intermediate (10+2) (XII Standard) or the international United Kingdom equivalent.
- Graduate: Bachelor degree or its equivalent
English Proficiency Test Scores
For taught undergraduate and graduate programs, any one of the following test scores are required:
Accepted tests |
Minimum required scores |
IELTS (Academic) |
Overall, of 6.0 with no element lower than 5.5 |
TOEFL iBT |
Overall, of 80 with a minimum of 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, 18 in reading, and 17 in writing |
Pearson’s Test of Academic English |
Overall, of 56 with a minimum of 51 in each element |
Cambridge C2 Proficiency (or Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Cambridge B2 First (or Cambridge English First (FCE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Cambridge C1 Advanced (or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Trinity Integrated Skills Test (ISE) |
ISEII, ISEIII, ISEIV with a pass in each element |
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, other tests that are accepted by the university include TOEFL ‘At Home’ Test (same scores as of TOEFL iBT), IELTS Indicator (same scores as of TOEFL iBT), online Edinburgh Napier English Language Courses, Duolingo, and IELTS Academic tests taken more than two years but less than four years will be considered with the use of English language in work or education during that period playing a big role.
Duolingo test and its IELTS equivalent is shown below
IELTS score |
Duolingo equivalent |
6.0 with no subsection lower than 5.5 |
95-105 |
6.5 with no subsection lower than 6.0 |
105-115 |
7.0 with no subsection lower than 6.5 |
115-125 |
7.5 with no subsection lower than 7.0 |
125-135 |