IT Analysts and Analyst-Programmers
72AI USED FOR72%moving to95%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£28,000 - £34,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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IT Analysts and Analyst-Programmers
IT analysts and analyst-programmers solve business problems using technology. They look at what a company needs to do better, design computer systems or software to help, and then build and test those solutions. They bridge the gap between what businesses want and what technology can actually do.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This work is being absorbed by AI
AI already does much of this work and nothing structurally requires a human: no licence, no physical task, no relationship at the core. Expect fewer people in higher-judgment roles: enter as the person directing the tools, not competing with them.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior IT AnalystIn this entry-level role, you will assist in gathering requirements and supporting the development team in implementing solutions. You will learn the ropes of the industry and gain hands-on experience in various projects.£28,000 - £34,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Analyst-ProgrammerAs a mid-level professional, you will take on more complex projects, lead small teams, and have a greater influence on design decisions. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring projects are delivered successfully.£40,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior IT AnalystIn a senior role, you will oversee major projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to strategic planning. Your leadership will guide the direction of technology initiatives within the organisation.£65,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£47,000 median
🎓Computer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£39,000 median
🎓Computer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Software Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · DegreeComputer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · DegreeComputing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · DegreeComputer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · DegreeComputer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · DegreeSoftware Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · Degree