BSc Business Management with Finance
Course overview
The BSc Business Management with Finance (with Foundation) at Solent University, Southampton, is a four-year course. The first year is the foundation year, and the last three years are the main degree course for Business Management with Finance. The foundation year is made for students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. The pathway programme will help them build the knowledge they need to start the main degree course.
Students will learn business strategy, financial management, accounting, marketing, and data analysis. They will also gain skills such as how to make and develop decisions, communicate, and analyse things that are important in business.
Learning is through lectures, group work, workshops, and independent study. It is also focused on practical work and gives students the opportunity to work on real business problems. Assessment is by coursework, presentations, group projects, and exams.
Students in this programme will have access to Solent’s professional facilities. This includes financial trading software and business simulation tools that reflect workplace experience. The main degree course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Entry requirements
Those who want to study this course will need to submit their academic transcripts or certificates, a personal statement, and a means of identification.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants should have at least 48 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.
- Students must have completed A-Levels (or secondary school or high school certificates, or equivalent).
- International students can be assessed individually based on their national certificates or diplomas.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants should have been taught in the English language (with evidence) or have at least a 5.5 IELTS score (with no component below 5.0).
- The university also accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) for visa purposes. They include Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, LanguageCert International ESOL SELT, and Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE) level 2 and 3.
Career opportunities
Those who study this course will graduate with knowledge and skills that can help them work as:
- Investment Operations Officer
- Financial Analyst
- Business Development Manager
- Credit Risk Analyst
- International Trade Specialist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students to study BSc Business Management with Finance (with Foundation) at Solent University, Southampton is £19,081 per year.
Admission
International students can apply for this course on the Solent University admission portal or UCAS. You can contact our experts to guide you through all the important steps to gain admission.
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