Entry Requirements
Applicants aged 18+ Level 3 qualification ( 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points ) GCSE grade 4/C in English, or CEFR B1 equivalent Interview (listening, speaking) + personal reflection statement (writing) Applicants aged 21+ May be considered without standard qualifications Relevant life or work experience considered Same English language requirements apply
Don't have A-levels? No problem.
We accept equivalent European qualifications: Diploma de Bacalaureat (Romania), Matura (Poland), Abitur (Germany), Baccalaureat (France), and more. Career changers and mature students with relevant UK work experience are also welcome.
Job Prospects
Career Opportunities This degree prepares you to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape — whether you want to launch your own venture or take on leadership roles in global companies. The combination of entrepreneurship and business management opens doors across multiple industries. Possible career paths include: Entrepreneur / Startup Founder – Launch and manage your own business idea Business Development Manager – Identify growth opportunities and drive strategic expansion Project Manager – Oversee business initiatives and ensure successful delivery Marketing Manager – Develop and execute campaigns to grow brand visibility and engagement Innovation Consultant – Help organisations introduce new products, services, or processes Operations Coordinator – Streamline business operations and improve efficiency Strategic Planner – Support long-term business goals through research and analysis Graduates may also choose to specialise further with postgraduate study or industry certifications.
Tuition Fees & Funding
Tuition Fees
Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,535 per year
Total available per year
Tuition Fee Loan up to £9,790 + Maintenance Loan up to £14,135 (2026/27). Repayable loans, nothing to pay upfront. Student Finance England decides the amount.
Don't worry about fees. Your advisor will check your eligibility and help you apply for full funding, including any additional grants you may qualify for.
Estimate your funding → Career Prospects
Graduates go on to work in high-demand roles across the UK:
Business Consultant £35-60k
Business Strategy Analyst £32-55k
Entrepreneur / Startup Founder £variable
Innovation Manager £35-58k
International Sales Representative £28-50k
Retail Management Specialist £28-45k
Supply Chain Manager £32-55k
Business Development Manager £30-55k
Salary ranges are indicative based on UK market data. Actual salaries depend on location, experience, and employer.
How You'll Learn
This programme emphasises entrepreneurship, real-world business scenarios, and business planning. The Foundation Year develops foundational knowledge and skills essential for success. You will explore strategy, tactics, and innovation across different business models, applying business ideas directly to your modules.
Assessment Methods
Authentic assessment strategy: essays, reports, real-life simulations, presentations, projects, and group debates. You apply business ideas to modules and receive feedback for proposal development.
Schedule
Flexible: weekdays and evenings. Designed to accommodate work and personal commitments. Intakes in October, January, and June.
Admissions Interview
Most courses include a short, friendly admissions interview. Before your interview, your UniStart advisor will send you a personalised preparation pack - including a written guide and a video walkthrough - created by our admissions experts specifically for your course.
Students who use our preparation pack tell us they feel more confident and better prepared.