Business Intelligence, BSc (Hons)

The Business Intelligence, BSc (Hons) programme equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to analyse business data and support strategic decision-making. It prepares graduates for careers in business analytics, data analysis, consulting, and other data-driven roles.

Students study key subjects including data analytics, business intelligence systems, database management, business statistics, data visualisation, and decision-making techniques. The programme explores how organisations use data to improve performance, understand customers, and drive business growth.

Practical learning includes analysing real business datasets, creating reports and dashboards, and using industry-standard business intelligence tools. Students also develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and digital skills through case studies and applied projects.

Supported by experienced academics, modern computing facilities, and industry-focused teaching, graduates are prepared for careers in business intelligence, data analytics, consulting, business analysis, or postgraduate study.

Course Duration

The standard duration of this programme is 3 years, with flexible study options available depending on your chosen pathway:

• 3 years – Standard degree.
• 4 years – Degree with a work placement (sandwich year).
• 4 years – Degree with a foundation year.
• 5 years – Degree with both a foundation year and a work placement.

Placement Year Fee (2026/2027 Entry): Students undertaking a work placement year as part of their programme will be charged a placement year tuition fee of £1,350.

• Study data analytics and business intelligence systems
• Learn database management and business statistics
• Develop data visualisation and reporting skills
• Gain experience using industry-standard BI tools
• Analyse real business data and case studies
• Build analytical and problem-solving skills
• Develop communication and decision-making abilities
• Learn how organisations use data strategically
• Study in modern computing and business facilities
• Prepare for careers in business intelligence and data analytics

Teesside University offers a range of scholarships for eligible international students in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential. These awards are designed to support high-performing applicants by reducing tuition fees during their studies.

The Global Excellence Scholarship provides a £2,000 tuition fee waiver for the first full academic year and is available to eligible students enrolling on foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes.

The University also offers a prestigious Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship, awarding a one-time £7,000 tuition fee waiver to exceptional international applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership qualities, and the potential to make a positive global impact. Please note that applications for the September 2026 intake are now closed.

All scholarship awards are applied directly as tuition fee waivers, helping to reduce the overall cost of studying at Teesside University.