University Centre Leeds, Leeds City College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Boost your business knowledge and excel in enterprise after studying the subtle strategic elements of business, enterprise and management. Our top-up degree takes your existing knowledge to new heights, allowing you to apply your theoretical comprehension to practical working environments. This course will deepen the business understanding and skills you will have developed in your foundation degree or HND programmes. It allows you to practically apply your knowledge to strategies to maximise staff retention and development while driving business growth. You will strengthen your problem-solving skills ready to identify and address complex business issues. The broad selection of business modules encourage personal development so you will identify and pursue your own specialism. We will support you through your learning journey helping you to carve out a niche within your chosen career. You’ll also develop your knowledge of international business. As you learn to apply technical skills to multiple contexts, you’ll be perfectly positioned to graduate as an adaptable leader with strong personal and professional skills. This may lead to progression in employment at a senior level, starting your own business or continuing your studies at masters level.
Modules
Modules may include: •Dissertation / Research Project, •Research Methods, •International Business, •Understanding Strategic Business Landscapes •Managing New Enterprises.
Assessment method
The assessment process is an integral part of teaching and learning and, as such, supports and complements the learning strategy, in order to ensure that the required outcomes are achieved. The aim is to achieve learning through which knowledge is based on both understanding and application. Both the task and the assessment criteria are clearly explained to students within the module handbook. Assessment strategies used within the course include methods such as practice-based assignments, case studies, presentations, projects, problem-based scenarios, and negotiated learning contracts.
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.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We accept International applications subject to our sponsor licence application being approved.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
The award adopts the scheme admissions policy and criteria. This programme is predominately offered to those students who wish to continue their studies after successful completion of an HND in Business, FdA in Business / Business Management or other relevant discipline. The standard entry requirement is a Merit grade profile at HND level or Merit at FdA level from a UK institution. In the absence of formal learning qualifications applications are welcomed from persons who can demonstrate relevant work experience, including work in a voluntary capacity. The course structure actively supports claims for Accreditation of Certificated Learning. Ideally part time students need to be on employment which is relevant to their field. For those not in employment discussions will take place before being accepted on to the course to determine the relevance of previous work experience. International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria. Speakers of other languages will need to possess an IELTS band score of 6.0 (with no-less than 5.5 in any one element) or a recognised English Level 2 qualification.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £4372 | Year 1 |
| England | £4372 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4372 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4372 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4372 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees are charged per academic year.
Please note that the fees for those starting an 18 month part time Top Up course in the academic year of 2024-25 will be charged at £4372 in the first year and £2186 in the second year of their studies.
Provider information
University Centre Leeds, Leeds City College
University Centre Leeds
Park Lane
Leeds
LS3 1AA
Course contact details
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