University of Kent

BSc Business and Marketing with a Year in Industry

University of Kent

Course overview

The BSc Business and Marketing with a Year in Industry at the University of Kent is a four-year programme designed to provide students with both theoretical expertise and practical experience in business and marketing. It is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), which helps students earn professional qualifications that can give them an advantage in their marketing careers. The programme is also offered by Kent Business School, which has a strong reputation and is accredited by three respected organisations: AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.

Throughout the course, students study subjects like digital marketing, branding, advertising, and social media strategies. They also learn about other important business areas, such as human resource management and operations. The year in industry gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and apply what they've learned to real-life situations.

By the time they graduate, students develop key skills such as strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective communication. These abilities prepare them for successful careers in various fields, including marketing, consultancy, business management, and advertising.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • International candidates need qualifications that are equivalent to A Levels (AAB), BTEC (DDM), or an International Baccalaureate (IB) with a total of 32 points.

English Proficiency:

  • For non-native English speakers, a minimum IELTS overall score of 6.0 is required, with no section scoring below 5.5. 

  • Equivalent scores from other recognised exams are accepted, provided they were completed no more than 2 years before the course begins.

Scholarships

  • 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 International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • 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.

Career opportunities

Students who complete a BSc Business and Marketing with a Year in Industry degree from the University of Kent are eligible for a range of job positions such as:

  • Business Analyst 

  • Market Research Analyst 

  • Business Consultant 

  • Public Relations Specialist 

  • Financial Analyst 

  • Accountant

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the University of Kent's BSc Business and Marketing with a Year in Industry programme in the 2025/26 academic year is still yet to be confirmed. The fee for the year in industry, however, is set at £1,900.

Admission

Prospective students can complete their course application through UCAS. For those seeking advice or support, our team of trained counsellors is ready to provide assistance.

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