BSc (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year

at Canterbury Christ Church University

• During the foundation year, students cover core skills like academic writing, critical thinking, study methods, and an introduction to key business areas such as marketing, accounting, and management principles. 
• The first year of the degree explores the fundamentals of business management, economics, quantitative methods, and organisational behaviour. 
• Subsequent years build on this base with modules in strategic management, operations, project management, entrepreneurship, and options to specialise in marketing or human resources. 
• There is also an opportunity for a work placement year to gain practical experience. 
• The final year includes a research project and advanced topics preparing students for professional business roles.

Course Modules

• Communication and Academic Skills for HE
• Personal and Career Development
• Contemporary Issues in Business, Management and Marketing
• Contemporary Issues in Law
• Individual Project
• Contemporary Issues in Accounting – Business Foundation Year Students

Important Dates

Every September marks the beginning of the programme's new cycle. Those interested in this opportunity should regularly monitor the university's website for application-related announcements. While the UCAS platform is a convenient avenue for students to apply, they must ensure they have all the required documents ready.

Course Rankings

Canterbury Christ Church University, with a national ranking typically between 101 and 120 according to the Complete University Guide and the Guardian, has achieved a global ranking within the 801-1000 band. The university holds respectable positions and particularly shines in subjects like education, where it secures a place among the top 20 in the UK.

• Applicants must have secured DDE grades or higher for A-Level qualifications, while those with BTEC qualifications should have obtained MPP. 
• Candidates with an Access course should have passed 45 credits, and the International Baccalaureate requirement is to be confirmed. 
• Alternatively, a combination of qualifications amounting to a minimum of 64 UCAS points will also be considered.
• The minimum overall IELTS score required is 6.0, with no individual component scoring below 5.5.

Students should visit the university's website frequently to remain abreast of any changes in the programme fees. These fees can fluctuate yearly, depending on the student's residency status and enrollment as a full-time or part-time student. The website is a reliable source for the latest fee information, including any supplementary expenses that may be incurred. The annual tuition fee for the BSc (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year is between £14,500/yr to £15,500/yr.

This business management degree opens up many career opportunities across industries and sectors. Graduates can pursue roles like business analyst, marketing executive, human resources officer, operations manager, and project manager. Some may opt to work in specialised business functions while others take on generalist management roles. The foundation allows graduates to find employment in large corporations, small/medium enterprises, and non-profit organisations or even start their entrepreneurial ventures.