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Business Management and Finance (with Placement Year) with Foundation Year at St Mary's University, Twickenham - UCAS

St Mary's University, Twickenham

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: St Mary’s University, Twickenham

Business Management and Finance (with Placement Year) with Foundation Year

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 20262026 - 2027
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St Mary's University, Twickenham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

25Jun
St Mary's University, Twickenham - Undergraduate Open Day
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27Sep
St Mary's University, Twickenham - Undergraduate Open Day
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18Oct
St Mary's University, Twickenham - Undergraduate Open Day
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Course summary

Excel in a finance-based management career with our London-based Business Management and Finance degree Build an organisation for success with St Mary’s hands-on Business Management and Finance degree. You will focus on critical skills and the latest developments, covering topics like:

  • finance
  • marketing
  • strategy
  • human resources.
You can also specialise in:
  • business law
  • management consultancy
  • digital business.
Our Business Management and Finance BSc is designed by designed by industry professionals, including accountants and directors. As a result, you’ll meet employer needs, such as:
  • the ability to apply ideas to practical situations
  • confidence with the latest technological and digital developments
  • the ability to maintain the best professional management and ethical standards.
Study in the world’s financial capital Our campus is located in the green and picturesque London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, so you’ll have opportunities to explore the global financial capital and a hub for enterprise. We’re also near large and small businesses looking for financial expertise. Gain extra qualifications as you study During your business management and finance course, you can complete specific modules to achieve extra qualifications (subject to validation) from:
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accounting (CIPFA).
Hear from our students Lauren, Business student - "The staff here are really helpful and are always on hand when help is needed, both in lectures and tutorials." About the Placement Year A placement year enables students to undertake a year of experience in an organisation between their second and final year. It is a substantial piece of paid experience where you can make a real contribution to your employer and it can really make you stand out from the crowd! About the foundation year The foundation year will focus specifically on communication (oral and written), critical thinking, research, independent study, digital and employability skills. This course will enable you to:
  • apply the knowledge and skills you gain from your course in a work setting
  • build your commercial awareness and insights into organisations and industries you might want to work in
  • develop your professional skills through company training, networking skills and confidence in the workplace
  • get some great experience for future job applications or even land a graduate job.
Support from St Mary’s every step of the way Securing a placement can really help you develop your job search skills and the Employability Service placement and Careers Teams can support you to find and apply for available opportunities. Please note: in the event that you cannot secure a placement you will be able to transfer onto the three year version of your degree programme. Why St Mary’s? You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.

Modules

Students will take four core modules as part of the foundation year: Personal Learning Competencies, Taking a professional Approach; Thinking Critically, Creatively and Ethically, The Individual Project, London: A Global City and Fundamentals of Business Management

Assessment method

You will be assessed in a variety of ways to test knowledge, understanding and skills development throughout your degree. The programme uses a broad range of assessments including business reports, essays, practical exercises, presentations, case studies, examinations, seminar performance and simulation exercises. As well as traditional exam-based assessments and coursework, the programme makes use of online technology, such as building wikis and online seminar discussion.

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N712
Institution code:
S64
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)66.0 overall with no element below 5.5

English Language requirements

https://www.stmarys.ac.uk/international/english-language/overview.aspx

Student Outcomes

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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
EU £17100 Year 1
International £17100 Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Business Management and Finance (with Placement Year) with Foundation Year at St Mary's University, Twickenham - UCAS