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BA (Hons) Business Management
A broad, practical business degree that teaches you how organisations are planned, financed, marketed and led, with live briefs from real employers.
Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Business and Management with Foundation Year
Start with a supportive foundation year, then progress straight onto a full business degree. No recent qualifications needed.
- Duration
- 4 years full-time (including Foundation Year)
- Starts
- January, May, September
- Where
- London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
Course overview
If you have been out of education for a while, or did not get the grades you hoped for at school, a foundation year is the most reliable way back in. The first year builds study skills, academic writing, numeracy and confidence, alongside an introduction to how businesses work.
Once you pass the foundation year, you continue automatically onto the three-year honours degree, studying marketing, finance, people management and strategy. Because you have already settled into university life, many students find they perform better in later years than they expected.
Who this course is for
Designed for mature learners, parents returning to study and anyone without the usual entry requirements who wants a full degree.
What you will study
Module titles vary slightly between partner institutions and may change from year to year. Typical modules include:
- Academic Skills for Success
- Introduction to Business
- Numeracy for Business
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Principles of Marketing
- Managing People
- Business Finance
- Strategic Management
Entry requirements
- No formal qualifications required for applicants aged 21 or over
- Assessment by interview and a short written task
- Applicants under 21 typically need 32 to 48 UCAS points
- International applicants: IELTS 5.5 overall or equivalent
Every application is considered individually. If you are unsure whether you qualify, ask us before you rule yourself out.
Where it can lead
Graduates of this kind of programme go on to roles such as:
- Business administrator
- Team leader or supervisor
- Sales and marketing executive
- HR assistant
- Operations coordinator
- Self-employment
Fees and funding
Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid straight to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. You only start repaying once you finish and earn above the repayment threshold.
International students pay tuition fees directly to the institution. We will give you the exact fee for your intake and explain any scholarships or instalment options.
Guidance for UK students | Guidance for international students
How to apply
Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and that you meet the entry requirements.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most partner institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and, if eligible, complete your Student Finance application with our support.
Questions about this course
When does BA (Hons) Business and Management with Foundation Year start?
This course normally starts in January, May, September. We recommend applying at least eight weeks before your preferred start date so there is time for your interview and funding.
How long does it take?
The course takes 4 years full-time (including Foundation Year). Study mode: full-time, on campus with blended learning.
Can I apply as a mature student?
Yes. Applicants aged 21 or over are welcome, and many are assessed on experience, an interview and a short written task rather than recent exam results.
Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help with my application?
No. Our advice and application support are free for students from first conversation to enrolment.
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