Program Overview

Introduction to the BSc Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry Programme

The BSc Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry programme at the University of Birmingham offers students a unique opportunity to launch their careers globally. This integrated programme combines a Year in Industry, allowing students to apply their classroom learning in real-world business communication settings, with flexible module choices that enable them to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.

Course Overview

The programme is designed to prepare students for management and communications roles across a wide variety of industries and sectors. Students will learn through lectures, small-group classes, teamwork, and presentations, building skills and confidence highly valued by employers. The course delivery includes intensive, small-group workshops for communications modules, allowing students to build practical skills and analytical expertise.

Why Study Business Management with Communications?

• The University of Birmingham is the most targeted university by top graduate employers, according to the High Fliers Report, The Graduate Market 2025.
• The programme is ranked #15 in the UK for Business and Management Studies by the Complete University Guide 2026.
• The Birmingham Business School is triple crown accredited by the AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.
• Students will spend a year in industry with their chosen employer, gaining practical experience, building professional connections, and graduating with a strong advantage in the job market.
• The programme offers an integrated curriculum that builds a strong foundation across core business disciplines, preparing students for success in any area of the global business landscape.
• Students will gain practical experience through hands-on workshops led by industry professionals, preparing them to thrive in today’s competitive business world.
• The programme allows students to tailor their degree to their interests and career goals throughout their time at Birmingham, with a choice of optional modules.

Course Delivery

• Students will learn through lectures, small-group classes, teamwork, and presentations.
• Communications modules are taught in intensive, small-group workshops.
• In the first year, students build a strong foundation with core modules in digital business, marketing, communications, management, finance, and economics.
• In the second year, students explore multimedia campaign planning, marketing communications, public relations, and reputation management, tailoring their degree to their interests.
• In the third year, students complete a Communications, Marketing, or PR placement, contributing 12.5% to their degree.
• In the final year, students deepen their expertise with modules in digital branding, global communications, and Advanced Communications Practice.

Module Information

• The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
• The optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year.
• Students will complete mandatory core modules and choose from a mix of optional modules.

Year 1 Modules

• Introduction to Marketing and Communications
• Organisations, Management and Entrepreneurship
• Accounting, Accountability and Financial Decision-making
• Economics for Business
• Management Education and Learning
• Quantitative Skills for Business

Entry Requirements

• A Level: AAB, with A Level subjects excluded for entry including General Studies, Critical Thinking, and Use of Maths.
• IB: 6,6,5, with 32 points overall.
• BTEC: DDD in Business, Applied Science, or Enterprise and Entrepreneurship.
• English language requirements: IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English, or Cambridge English, with specific scores required.
• Presessional English courses are available for international students who need to improve their English language skills.

Fees and Scholarships

• The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students.
• Fees for domestic (UK) students: £9,535 per year for 2026/27.
• Scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available for students, including undergraduate loans and financial support for Home and International students.

Application Process

• Applications are made online through UCAS.
• The application deadline for September 2026 entry is 14 January 2026.
• Standard requirements for different countries are available, and students can use the Offer Calculator to check their eligibility.

Birmingham Business School Careers

• The BSc Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry graduates are in high demand globally, pursuing careers across sectors such as finance, marketing, consulting, and HR.
• The Birmingham Business School careers team provides dedicated careers guidance, combining specialist business school expertise with university-wide resources.
• Students have access to tailored workshops, networking events with alumni and leading employers, and personalised one-to-one consultations.

Related Courses

• Business Management with Communications
• Marketing
• Business Management with Marketing

Student Experience

• The University of Birmingham offers a range of accommodation options, a vibrant campus life, and a unique history and culture.
• Students can enjoy their independence in safe, welcoming, and sociable surroundings, with access to excellent facilities and support services.
• The University is committed to providing the best possible support to its students, both before they start and throughout their time on campus.