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Business Management at University of Winchester - UCAS

Course summary

Turn your passion for business into purpose-driven leadership. In our BA (Hons) Business Management programme, you'll develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in today's dynamic business world. This innovative programme focuses on applied learning, where you'll solve real industry challenges and develop entrepreneurial thinking – all without the pressure of traditional exams. With four specialisms and flexible final-year options, you can tailor your degree to match your ambitions, whether that's joining a national, global, or private corporation, managing projects, or launching your own venture. Course Highlights

  • Design your own course by specialising in Marketing, Finance, Project Management, or Innovation and Enterprise.
  • Benefit from an optional paid placement year in industry to gain valuable work experience.
  • Engage in project-based assessments for core modules, eliminating traditional exams and focusing on real-world applications.
  • Develop your business ideas and receive expert guidance in our exclusive Hatchery space.
  • Choose a flexible final-year project, including a consultancy project, work placement, dissertation, or the launch of your own business.
  • Receive one-on-one employability support from your first year, including a personal development plan and tailored career events.
Learning Style You will be taught primarily through a combination of lectures and seminars, with an emphasis on practical application. You will also be expected to develop your own learning through independent and collaborative research and study. Facilities You will have access to our recently opened Hatchery space to develop your business ideas with expert guidance. Additionally, our upcoming business maker space will allow you to prototype and test concepts before launching them. You will also gain technical skills using cutting-edge software to experience business decision-making in real time. The university also offers a range of study spaces, including bookable PCs and Macs, and 24/7 library access. Our Connections Historically, graduates have gone on to work with prestigious organisations including Deloitte, PwC, Santander, Monzo, Lush, Maserati, Wincanton, Channel 4, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. The University has also previously facilitated live brief projects with local organisations such as Winchester Cathedral. The Business School, which shares a faculty with Computer Science, integrates valuable digital skills into your learning, preparing you for the tech-driven business landscape.

Modules

For detailed information on modules you will be studying please click on the 'View course details' link at the top of this summary box.

Professional bodies

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

  • Principles for Responsible Management Education

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
NP29
Institution code:
W76
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Applicants who wish to apply for advanced standing (exemption from part of a programme) based on previous study are considered on an individual basis. Applicants are required to provide transcripts. confirming the module titles and grades they have already achieved, as well as module handbooks and/or programme specifications showing the learning outcomes of the modules completed.

International applicants

We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications). If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Business Management at University of Winchester - UCAS