BSc Business Management with Marketing

This three-year Honours degree is approved by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and successful completion provides students with an additional CMI Level 5 qualification. The course aims to develop successful future leaders by integrating strategic management knowledge with creative marketing skills. The curriculum covers essential areas such as managing business growth, understanding consumer behaviour, and applying principles of social and environmental sustainability.

The programme emphasises practical, industry-oriented learning through live client projects for organisations such as Red Funnel and B&Q. This gives students the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to real business scenarios. Teaching is delivered through interactive sessions and coursework-based assessments. Students may also take an optional placement year to gain valuable professional experience before completing their degree.

Solent University, located in Southampton, is known for its career-focused and practical approach to higher education. The university’s mission is to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in the modern workplace. By maintaining close partnerships with a wide range of industries, Solent ensures that its teaching is grounded in real-world application. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across diverse fields including Computing, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. Solent is widely recognised for its commitment to student success and employability.

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement outlining their motivation for applying and relevant academic or professional background. An academic and/or employer reference is required, and students may also include their CV to demonstrate prior work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must achieve between 104 and 120 UCAS Tariff points.
• These points may come from at least two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM), or equivalent qualifications.
• Contextual offers may be made at slightly reduced entry requirements based on individual applicant background.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English must achieve an IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5.
• Equivalent qualifications such as TOEFL iBT or the Duolingo English Test are also accepted.

The tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling in the BSc Business Management with Marketing course at Solent University is £17,750 per year.

Solent University offers a range of scholarships for international students. Key options include:

• The Solent International Pioneers Scholarship for undergraduates, which recognises academic excellence and helps reduce tuition fees.
• Pathway College Scholarships and Bursaries for students beginning with a Foundation Year, typically offering a minimum 10% tuition discount.

Graduates from the BSc Business Management with Marketing programme are well-prepared for diverse roles that combine management and marketing expertise. Potential career paths include:

• Marketing Manager
• Digital Marketer
• Social Media Specialist
• Business Development Manager
• Project Manager

All applicants for this full-time undergraduate degree must apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). For expert advice and free guidance on the application process, contact a professional AHZ counsellor today.