University of South Wales

BA Business Management Marketing Top Up

University of South Wales

Course overview

The BA Business Management (Marketing) (Top Up) programme at the University of South Wales is designed for students who have already obtained an HND or equivalent qualification and wish to gain a full bachelor's degree in business, management and marketing. Through this one-year programme, students will develop essential skills such as business awareness, problem-solving skills and effective business operations management so as to be abke to meet consumer needs and target audience. 

Students will be supported by an experienced team of business specialists who will help them become successful business managers. Learning will take place through interactive, in-person teaching sessions, including lectures and workshops, which use active learning techniques and promote extensive collaboration and discussion.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements: 

  • To be eligible, applicants should have successfully completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Studies or Business & Accounting, a Foundation Degree in Business Studies, Service Sector Management, or Retail Management, or hold an equivalent qualification such as a Diploma in Higher Education or a Level 5 ILM Leadership and Management qualification.
  • Applicants with different qualifications or relevant work experience may also be considered on an individual basis, as long as they can demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of business-related subjects to prepare them for Level 6 study.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need to get an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test (with at least 5.5 in each section) or provide equivalent scores from another accepted English language test like TOEFL, PTE, or SELT.

Scholarships

  • Chancellors International Development Scholarships

    International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.

  • Course Kit Bursaries

    We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

  • International Office Scholarship

    Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

  • Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • USW International Students Progressing to Masters

    Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.

    Up to £3,500

  • USW Scholarship £1000

    The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £1,000

  • USW Scholarship £250

    The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £250

  • USW Summer School

    Please contact the provider.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA Business Management (Marketing) (Top Up) programme at the University of South can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Entrepreneur
  • Business Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Project Manager
  • Account Executive
  • Operations Manager

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the BA Business Management (Marketing) (Top Up) programme from the University of South Wales, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year are £15,850.

Admission

To apply for the   BA Business Management (Marketing) (Top Up) programme at the University of South Wale, you can apply directly to the university or through AHZ Consultants. If you need help with your application or have questions about the documents you need, our experienced counsellors can help you.

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