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Course summary

**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** Course summary:

  • Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
  • Understand marketing and its role in business and the wider domestic and global economy.
  • Focus on your interests and gain valuable experience.
Develop your intellectual abilities and analytical skills. By the end of the course you will have gained skills in quantitative and qualitative information collection, analysis, synthesis and interpretation. How you learn: All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. The course is suitable if you don't meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Business and Marketing course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other Sheffield Business School foundation year students, then move on to the degree. The approaches taken vary between modules as appropriate for the subject material and the required learning outcomes. You learn through:
  • formal lectures
  • seminars
  • problem solving exercises
  • case studies
  • individual and group presentations
  • directed learning activities
In the foundation year, you'll study wider business topics, while specialising in your chosen subject area. You'll learn useful skills such as academic writing, work in diverse teams and learn to utilise a wide variety of data sources. In doing so, you'll fully prepare yourself for undergraduate study. Applied learning - Work placements In year four, you have the opportunity to apply the skills you've gained by taking a one-year paid work placement. This is a great way to improve your industry knowledge with real insight and experience. It also enables you to build an eye-catching CV to impress future employers, and many students find jobs with their placement companies after graduating. Due to our strong relationships with regional, national and international employers, we can help you to secure a great placement opportunity and support you while you are there. Salaries of up to £22,000 are possible. If you study abroad, or do your work placement, in another European country there may be funding available through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme. Live projects We run a programme of guest lectures so that you can benefit from the insight and experiences of industry specialists from a range of organisations and backgrounds. Networking opportunities Prepare for your career through the marketing student society, which you gain automatic membership to as a new student. This gives you access to the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and local branch master classes and activities. We are one of the few universities in the UK to have a student society linked to the CIM. This is a student learning community that complements and enhances academic learning and links you to local professionals. CIM is the leading professional body for marketers worldwide and exists to develop the marketing profession, maintain professional standards and improve the skills of marketing practitioners. Sheffield Hallam University has joined forces with CIM to give students the opportunity to gain professional qualifications through CIM Graduate Gateway. CIM qualifications are highly sought after by employers, and map alongside our own degrees which ensures we are equipping you with the best opportunities for a successful marketing career.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Contemporary Issues 20 Introduction To Business 20 Organisation Management And Delivery 1 20 Organisation Management And Delivery 2 20 Self And Stakeholder Management 20 The Practice Of Business 20 Year 2 - Compulsory modules Data Analysis For Business Decisions 20 Marketing Research And Employability 20 People And Organisations In Context 20 Principles Of Marketing 20 Understanding Enterprise And Creativity 20 Elective modules Foreign Language 20 Global Business Environment 20 Year 3 - Compulsory modules Enterprise Theory And Practice 20 Finance For Business Performance 20 Integrated Marketing Communications 20 Strategic Approaches To Marketing 20 Year 4 - Optional modules Placement Year - Final year - Compulsory modules Brand And Reputation Management 20 Go-To-Market In The Digital Environment 20 Implementing Strategy And Change 20 Marketing In A Global Context 20 Marketing Innovation And Creativity 20 Elective modules Business In The European Economy 20 Business Operations And Project Management 20 Consultancy Skills For Organisational Change 20 Contemporary Issues In International Business 20 Contemporary Issues In Marketing 20 Customer Psychology 20 Financial Performance Management 20 Foreign Language 20 Leadership In Contemporary Organisations 20 Managing For Success 20 Managing The Digital Enterprise 20 Sustainable And Responsible Business In The C21 - Contemporary Challenges 20

Assessment method

Coursework Exams Practical

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
A076
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or above at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/business-and-management/ba-honours-business-and-marketing-with-foundation-year/


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/business-and-management/ba-honours-business-and-marketing-with-foundation-year/

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/business-and-management/ba-honours-business-and-marketing-with-foundation-year/


Unistats information

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £15860 Year 1
International £15860 Year 1

Additional fee information

Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Business and Marketing with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS