University of Bedfordshire

BA Business Administration Top up

University of Bedfordshire

Course overview

The BA Business Administration (Top-up) at the University of Bedfordshire is a one-year course for students with business qualifications, such as an HND or Foundation Degree. It helps you complete a full bachelor’s degree.

Students will study modules covering areas like strategic management, global marketing, and project administration. The course is designed to thoroughly understand how businesses operate and are managed, preparing you for roles in the business sector.

Your work will be assessed through essays, reports, presentations, and examinations. These assessments are set to check your knowledge of the subjects and how well you can apply business concepts. The course encourages you to work independently and with others, especially during your final project, where you'll research a business topic you're interested in.

Entry requirements

Candidates may need to submit a personal statement that highlights their abilities, explains why they wish to study the course, and includes references along with evidence of experience.

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants should possess a Level 5 qualification in Business, Marketing, or a similar field, such as a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree. 
  • This qualification must be equivalent to 240 UK credits (in business or related disciplines).

English Proficiency

  • International students will need to show their English proficiency. This can be done with an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no individual part below 5.5.
  • A TOEFL iBT overall score of 72 (with minimum scores of 17 for Listening, 18 for Reading, 20 for Speaking, and 17 for Writing) is accepted.
  • The university also considers a Pearson PTE Academic overall score of 59 with no individual part below 59, and a LanguageCert SELT with a minimum score of 33.

Scholarships

  • A level and IB Scholarship for International Students

    Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship

    Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Alumni Scholarship

    The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship

    Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Foundation Year Scholarship

    Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships

    Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.

    Up to £3,000

  • Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.

  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with a BA Business Administration (Top-up) degree are ready for many business roles, such as:

  • Business Development Executive
  • Operations Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Marketing Executive
  • Human Resources Officer
  • Sales Manager

Cost of study

For international students joining the one-year BA Business Administration (Top-up) programme at the University of Bedfordshire in the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee will be £16,800.

Admission

If you're an international student looking to join the BA Business Administration (Top-up) programme at the University of Bedfordshire, you can receive assistance with your application. Contact AHZ’s counsellors today.

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