BSc (Hons) Business Management and Economics with Foundation Year

at Canterbury Christ Church University

• The foundation year covers essential subjects like mathematics, statistics, accounting principles, and an introduction to economics, providing a solid academic base for the degree programme.
• In the first year of the degree, students study core modules in business management, such as principles of marketing, operations management, and organisational behaviour, along with modules in microeconomics and macroeconomics.
• The second year delves deeper into business and economic concepts, with modules exploring areas like financial management, human resource management, international economics, and quantitative methods in economics.
• In the final year, students can specialise in areas of their interest through optional modules, such as strategic management, entrepreneurship, corporate finance, and economic policy.
• The programme culminates with a dissertation or consultancy project, allowing students to conduct independent research or apply their knowledge to a real-world business challenge.

Course Modules

• Communication and Academic Skills for HE
• Contemporary Issues in Accounting
• The Business Environment
• Personal and Career Development
• Contemporary Issues in Business, Management and Marketing

Important Dates

Each September marks the beginning of the programme. Individuals interested in enrollment are advised to regularly check the university's website for updates on the application process. While UCAS is the application platform, students must prepare their documents in advance to avoid any last-minute rushes before the deadline.

• The candidate holds A Levels with grades DDE, a BTEC qualification with grades MPP, and has achieved a pass in 45 credits through an Access course. The International Baccalaureate qualification status is yet to be confirmed. 
• Collectively, these qualifications must amount to a minimum of 64 UCAS points.
• The English language proficiency requirement mandates an overall IELTS score of at least 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5.

The annual tuition fee for the BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) Business Management and Economics with Foundation Year is between £14,500/yr to £15,500/yr. Students are advised to check the university's website frequently to stay informed about any adjustments to programme fees. These fees are liable to change annually and are influenced by variables such as the student's residence status and enrollment status as full-time or part-time. The website is the primary source for the most recent fee details, including any potential additional costs.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Business Management and Economics with Foundation Year programme are well-prepared to embark on various careers across diverse sectors. With a comprehensive understanding of business principles and economic theory, they can explore opportunities in business analysis, financial services, economic advisory, marketing, and operations management.