University of Kent

BSc Business and Marketing with a Foundation Year

University of Kent

Course overview

The BSc in Business and Marketing at the University of Kent is designed for creative individuals with strong communication skills and a keen interest in business. This course provides a solid foundation for a career in marketing while allowing for the development of expertise in other business areas. 

The foundation year is specifically for students whose prior qualifications do not meet the standard entry requirements, offering a year of full-time study to prepare them for the BSc course. The curriculum focuses on developing an understanding of modern marketing theory and practical skills relevant to the industry. Students will learn to handle social media, web content, advertising, and broader brand development. 

Alongside marketing, the course covers essential general business topics such as HRM and operations management, providing a comprehensive view of the marketer's role within a business context. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, and practical sessions delivered by leading academics to ensure a mix of skills for career success.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement detailing their motivation for the course and any relevant academic or professional background. A suitable academic or employer reference is also necessary. While optional, a CV can be included to highlight relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates must achieve 80 UCAS tariff points, which can be met through qualifications such as A-Levels (BBC), T Levels (Merit), or BTEC Diplomas (DMM). Equivalent international qualifications will be considered.

English Proficiency:

  • For applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section, or equivalent qualifications such as PTE or TOEFL, is required.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

While specific career information for this course wasn't available in the search results, typical careers for graduates in Business and Marketing include:

  • Marketing Executive

  • Brand Manager

  • Advertising Specialist

  • Market Research Analyst

  • Public Relations Officer

  • Sales Manager

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students pursuing the BSc Business and Marketing with a  Foundation Year programme at the University of Kent is £20,700.

Admission

Admissions for the BSc Business and Marketing with a  Foundation Year programme can be processed directly via the University of Kent website or through UCAS. Our trained counsellors are available to provide application assistance, ensuring your qualifications and experience align with the programme's entry requirements.

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