Business Information Technology

Develop expertise in both business and IT to design intelligent systems and drive sustainable innovation in our digital society.

  • Language
    English-taught
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Start
    1 September 2026
    1 September 2027
  • Location
    Enschede
  • Numerus fixus

    No

  • Type of degree

    Bachelor of Science

  • Croho code
    56066
  • Accreditation(s)
    NVAO

Understanding business challenges and using IT and AI to design and build innovative digital solutions.

How can companies make the most of the growing possibilities of digitisation, automation, big data, machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies? How can you use data and AI to make better decisions, automate processes and create smarter ways of working? And how do you make sure these technologies actually solve a problem, are easy to use and create value for an organisation? You will learn to turn these challenges into solutions yourself, by analysing problems, designing systems and building digital and AI driven applications.

Why study Business Information Technology?

Shape the future of business with AI

AI is changing how organisations work and innovate. That makes BIT more important than ever. You learn to turn technological possibilities into solutions that fit real business needs. You also work with predictive analytics and learn how to use AI responsibly.

You explore AI in business and IT, from data driven decision making to business process automation with AI. And you do not just learn about AI: you use it yourself Throughout the programme, you will work on real-world projects that put these skills into practice. For example:

  • In Module 4 'Business Innovation with Emerging Technologies' you will learn to apply Machine Learning, Process Mining, and AI-driven automation directly in business contexts, building and deploying intelligent systems that solve real organisational problems. 
  • In Module 6, you develop and test an AI powered system with users as part of a the course 'Data Governance and Responsible AI'. You learn how technology and people come together to create smart, useful solutions.
Help companies become future-proof

This Bachelor’s will help you become a specialist in designing information systems for business purposes. That means you will learn to speak the languages of IT specialists and managers alike; only with an understanding of both business and computer science, you can solve complex automation problems and develop smarter processes. This is a unique and valuable position in today’s fast-changing, digital market, because with your knowledge about both fields, you can make connections others might miss. In every course you follow, you will integrate both perspectives – just as they are in today’s business world. After graduating, you will be able to translate leadership and business ambitions into system requirements and performance-enhancing IT architecture, which you can design and build yourself – with or without the involvement of developers. In short: with your unique profile of expertise, you will be ready to help businesses become more successful and future-proof!

Turn technology into real solutions

In this programme, you will develop expertise in software development, data, AI, information systems and business innovation. From day one, you will apply your knowledge in realistic projects inspired by organisations such as ASML, Nedap, and Somtoday. 

Working in project teams, you will analyse business challenges, design digital and AI-driven solutions, build prototypes, and advise organisations on how technology can create value. This hands-on approach gives you valuable experience long before you graduate. 

Professionals who combine business insight with IT and AI expertise are in high demand, which is why many of our students secure internships, part-time jobs, and graduate positions at leading technology companies. 

Study in a personal and informal environment

Education at the University of Twente is known to be personal and informal, and this Bachelor's is no different. We have an open-door policy and you will receive more individual attention and guidance than at most other universities. The atmosphere between lecturers and students is friendly and informal: you can always approach someone with your questions. Together with our active study association Inter-Actief, we continuously improve our education and organise all kinds of study-related activities. Here, you will live your student life to the fullest and grow both professionally and personally!

Experiences

    Future jobs

    You will graduate with the business, IT and AI skills organisations are looking for, giving you plenty of opportunities to build your career and make an impact. You will have plenty of interesting job opportunities ahead of you - whether you would like to start your own company or find a job right after graduation. To give you an idea, we list some of the positions you could end up in as a graduate below. 

    • Chief Information Officer (CIO)
    • Data Scientist
    • Information Manager
    • IT Strategy Consultant
    • IT Analyst
    • Research and Development (R&D) Scientist
    • Project Manager
    • IT Architect
    • Entrepreneur

    Want to know more? Check out the detailed information about career prospects after Business Information Technology.