BSc Business and Management

The BSc Business and Management programme at the University of Kent is a three-year full-time course (or six years part-time) designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business operations, leadership, and strategy. Offered at the Medway campus, the programme is hosted by Kent Business School, which holds triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS). 

Throughout the course, students learn about marketing, accounting, and management principles. The curriculum is designed to equip students with practical and theoretical knowledge, and they are assessed through a mix of coursework, projects, presentations, and exams. Students have opportunities for personal and professional development, including options for a year in industry or studying abroad, further enhancing their career prospects.

Graduates of the programme acquire essential skills in leadership, critical thinking, strategic planning, and effective communication. These skills position them for successful careers in various sectors, such as management, consulting, marketing, and entrepreneurship. 

The University of Kent, founded in 1965, is located in Canterbury, Kent, and is renowned for its research excellence, with REF 2021 confirming it as a leading research university. It has received multiple Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for its impactful work in areas such as Conservation and Law. The university also builds global connections by partnering with over 100 universities in 36 countries, which allows for student exchanges and collaborative research projects.

Furthermore, the University of Kent is recognised as a University of Sanctuary, providing valuable support and opportunities for refugees and asylum seekers. It has also earned the Athena Swan Silver Award for its efforts in promoting gender equality.

Grade Requirements:

• International applicants should have qualifications equivalent to A Levels (ABB), BTEC (DDM), or an International Baccalaureate (IB) with 128 Tariff points, typically including grades like H5, H6, H6 or similar. 

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English are required to meet a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill area. 

• Equivalent scores from approved exams will be considered if they are dated within 2 years prior to the course start.

International students joining the University of Kent's BSc Business and Management programme for the 2025/26 academic year will be required to pay a tuition fee of £20,700. Please note that this fee is subject to potential annual updates.

At the University of Kent, there are various scholarships available for international students. The Kent International Award for Academic Excellence gives a £3,000 fee reduction for the first year to outstanding undergraduate students. On top of that, the International Scholarships for Undergraduate Students can award a total of £18,000, split into £6,000 each year for three years, depending on academic performance. Moreover, postgraduate students can apply for the Kent Global Welcome Scholarship, which provides specific financial aid for certain programmes.

Those who earn a BSc Business and Management degree from the University of Kent are equipped to pursue various job opportunities, including:

• Business Analyst 

• Human Resources Manager 

• Project Manager 

• Data Analyst 

• Supply Chain Manager 

• Staff Accountant

To apply for this course, candidates should use the UCAS platform. If help is needed during the application, our team of expert counsellors is ready to provide assistance.