FdA Business Enterprise
Course overview
Considering the FdA Business Enterprise at University College Birmingham, this undergraduate course teaches you how to start new businesses, run small companies, and put business ideas into action. It helps you think like an entrepreneur and understand how different parts of a business work together in today's digital world. You can also gain valuable experience with an optional 48-week paid work placement.
You will get details on assessments and timetables when you begin the course. The university offers great support for student entrepreneurs through its Enterprise Hub.
There's also a Financial Trading Suite for finance lessons and a Digital Creative Studio with professional video and audio equipment for you to use.
Entry requirements
You need to write a personal statement explaining why you want to do the course. You'll also need a reference from a teacher or employer. You can also send your CV to show your work experience.
Grade Requirements
- You will generally need 32 UCAS Tariff points from your Level 3 qualifications. This can come from an A-level grade profile of DD, a T-level graded Pass with a core component below C, or a BTEC profile of PP.
- Alternatively, you can get in with an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3).
English Proficiency
- To apply for all undergraduate degrees, you will need to sit an approved test in English if it is not your first language. This might include achieving IELTS (Academic or UKVI) of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, depending on your course requirements.
- University College Birmingham also accepts TOEFL iBT (except Home Edition) score of 72, with minimum band scores of Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, and Speaking 20 for undergraduate (BA, BSc) and most postgraduate degrees.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
You will receive either a 25% or a 20% tuition fee scholarship, depending on your academic achievements.
High Achievers Scholarship
70% – 74% - £3,000, 75% – 80% £5,000, 81% and above Full award
International Scholarship Award
Automatic - £1,000
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Those who complete the FdA Business Enterprise course are ready for many different jobs in various industries. Some jobs you could do are:
- Business owner
- Business development manager
- Management consultant
- Product manager
- Business adviser
- Sales executive
Cost of study
In 2025/26, the tuition fee for band 1 is £16,000(per year) per year, and £19,750 for band 3 (per year). For undergraduates online, the tuition fee is £19,750.
Admission
Visit the school application portal to apply for the FdA Business Enterprise programme. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.
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