BA Business and Management Stage 3
Course overview
The BA Business and Management (Stage 3) programme at the University of Sunderland is a one-year top-up course for students with an HND or equivalent. It provides extensive business knowledge and prepares graduates for managerial responsibilities, with modules in marketing, HR, finance, and strategy. It permits students who hold an HND, foundation degree, or similar certificate to join in year 3 and finish a full honours degree in one year. The course gives a broad knowledge of business management, finance, operations, marketing, organisational behaviour, and strategy.
During this programme, students study modules in areas such as marketing strategy, human resource management, and management accounting. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, group work, and independent study. In Stage 3, students are expected to take on responsibility for their learning compared to earlier levels. Students are taught through lectures, seminars, workshops, and self-study. Assessment is through essays, reports, case studies, projects, exams, and other assignments.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- To join Stage 3, applicants need a prior qualification like an HND, foundation degree, or equivalent in a business or related field.
English Proficiency:
- For international students, English language proficiency is required, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall and no component lower than 5.5.
- Other equivalent English qualifications may also be considered.
Scholarships
Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship
The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.
East Durham College Partnership Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500First Choice Travel Award
This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £500Global Leaders Scholarship
£6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).
Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.
Up to £1,200Interview Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Open Day Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.
Up to £1,000Sunderland College Award
Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.
Tees Valley Travel Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships
Up to £750.
Career opportunities
Graduates of BA Business and Management (Stage 3) from the University of Sunderland may pursue roles such as:
- Business Manager
- Operations Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Management Consultant
- Business Development Executive
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee to study BA Business and Management (Stage 3) at the University of Sunderland is £16,500 for international students for full-time study. Students should also expect a tuition fee increase of a maximum of 10% each year.
Admission
Applications for the University of Sunderland BA Business and Management (Stage 3) course are made online through UCAS. If you need assistance, you can reach out to one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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