Program Overview

Introduction to Business Management BSc(Hons) with Integrated Foundation Year

The University of Brighton offers a Business Management BSc(Hons) with an integrated foundation year, taught by the AACSB-accredited School of Business and Law. This accreditation is achieved by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.

Entry Criteria

• Entry requirements:
  • UCAS tariff: 72 UCAS tariff points
  • A-levels: DDD
  • BTEC: MMP/DM
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 points
  • Other qualifications: Considered on an individual basis
  • English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element
• International requirements and visas:
  • Country-specific requirements available
  • Student visa advice and application process
• Contextual admissions:
  • Consideration for students who may face extra challenges in meeting grade requirements
  • Potential for a reduced offer of up to two grades or 16 UCAS tariff points

Course Content

• What is an integrated foundation year?:
  • A foundation year designed for students without the necessary entry requirements
  • Opportunity to develop study and self-management skills
• Foundation year syllabus:
  • Four modules covering numeracy, data handling, life skills, citizenship, and the relationship between theory and practice
  • Modules include:
    • Applied Numeracy and Data Handling Skills
    • Introduction to Wellbeing and Study Success
    • Academic Knowledge for Law and Business
    • Developing Practical Professional Knowledge
• Progress to a degree:
  • Successful completion of the foundation year allows progression to one of several business or marketing degrees
  • Options include Business Analytics, Business Management, Marketing, and more
• Course leader:
  • Dr Md Rifad Chowdhury, lecturer in human resource management and course leader for the integrated foundation year

Careers

• AACSB accreditation:
  • Recognition of the University of Brighton's commitment to excellence in business education
• Career prospects:
  • Opportunities in general management, marketing, human resource management, and more
  • Recent graduates have joined companies such as Deloitte, Nissan, and Unilever
• Work-related experience:
  • Placement opportunities with a range of employers
  • Support from the Placements and Employability team
• Careers advice and support:
  • Access to the Careers Service for guidance on career options and job applications
  • Momentum mentoring scheme for support from professionals in the field
• Starting your own business:
  • Beepurple entrepreneurship support network for students and graduates

Fees and Costs

• Course fees:
  • UK (full-time) foundation year: Ł5,760
  • International (full-time): Ł18,108
• What's included:
  • Tuition fees cover the cost of your course, including teaching, assessment, and facilities

Location and Student Life

• Campus:
  • Moulsecoomb campus, located two miles north of Brighton seafront
• Accommodation:
  • Guarantee of a place in university halls for eligible students
  • Options include Mithras Halls and Varley Park
• Local area:
  • Brighton is a vibrant city with a strong economy and a wide range of cultural and recreational activities
• Maps:
  • Available on the university website
• Support and wellbeing:
  • Personal academic tutor and student support and guidance tutor
  • Brighton Student Skills Hub for academic skills support
  • Mental health and wellbeing services
• Sport at Brighton:
  • Sport Brighton brings together sport and fitness facilities across all campuses
  • Opportunities for competitive and recreational sport

Stay in Touch

• Contact the university for more information about the course
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