Computing & IT and Statistics (Q67-CITS)

Open University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years Computer scienceMathematics and statistics

About this course

This is one of several subject combinations available in our BSc (Honours) Computing & IT and a second subject (Q67). Computing & IT studied with statistics can open career opportunities in various sectors. You’ll gain a good grounding in statistical methods, complementing the computing & IT skills you’ll develop. So if you enjoy computing & IT, and statistics, these qualifications could suit you well. With an increased emphasis on data and mathematical modelling in recent years, most employment opportunities in statistics require computing & IT skills. Consequently, graduates with analytical and computing skills are highly sought-after by employers – they can have an advantage over applicants with just one of these skill sets.

Key features of the course

  • Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT – see Careers

  • Combine complementary subjects – statistics and computing & IT

  • Choose from four focus areas within the computing & IT strand
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2141 Web design professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    3-6 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science, Mathematics and statistics