Course summary
About the course By starting your studies at Sussex on our Foundation Year, you develop a wide-ranging understanding of the ways in which businesses work, as well as essential mathematical skills. The Foundation Year prepares you to continue your undergraduate studies in the specialism of your choice - business and management, marketing, accounting, finance or economics. Our experienced staff help you develop the academic knowledge and practical skills you'll need to succeed throughout your degree and in your future career. Successfully completing your Foundation Year guarantees that you'll be able to continue onto your choice of degree from a wide range of subjects in the University of Sussex Business School. About the University of Sussex Business School Our work draws on management, economics, science, technology and innovation studies, to make an impact on the future of people and institutions the world over. We study the issues that matter, in order to transform our world and your future. Our expertise puts you at the forefront of our research, helping you make an impact on policy, practice and people. Social responsibility and sustainability are important to us. We incorporate the seven Principles for Responsible Management into our teaching and research. Location Study on our beautiful green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
Modules
See the modules you will study by year by going to the ‘visit our course page’ link at the bottom of the page.
How to apply
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:
- Y003
- Institution code:
- S90
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - CCCCC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Is a Foundation Year for you? We welcome students with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences, including: -those who aren't sure which subject they'd like to specialise in -those who don't have the right combination of subjects for direct entry into Year 1 -those who don't meet the expected requirements for direct entry into Year 1 -those who are returning to education after some time away.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Including at least 5.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online. |
PTE Academic | 59 | Including at least 59 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | TOEFL (iBT), including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition. |
Please see our English language requirements.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
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 | £22575 | Year 1 |
International | £22575 | 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
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH