University of South Wales

BA Business and Management

University of South Wales

Course overview

BA (Hons) Business and Management at the University of South Wales is designed to prepare you for the real world of work, with a strong focus on practical experience and career readiness. You’ll gain a solid foundation in key business areas and develop the skills employers look for, all while working on live briefs from real companies.

The course is delivered in two 10-week blocks per year, using hands-on, active learning. Rather than a traditional dissertation, you’ll have the option to take on a consultancy project with one of the university’s business partners. Alongside your degree, you’ll also earn the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, putting you on the path to Chartered Manager status at no extra cost.

By studying the BA (Hons) in Business and Management in the University of South Wales, you’ll graduate with both academic knowledge and professional experience, ready to step into a wide range of business and management roles.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • To be considered for admission to the University of South Wales, applicants are typically expected to have a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points. This can be achieved through a range of qualifications, including A Levels with grades of CCC or equivalent. 
  • Those applying with a BTEC Extended Diploma should have achieved grades of Merit, Merit, Merit (MMM). Access to Higher Education Diploma holders are required to pass the diploma and obtain at least 96 UCAS tariff points. 
  • T Level applicants should have achieved a minimum overall grade of Pass with a C or above in the core component.

English Proficiency:

To show proof of English proficiency, international applicants are expected to have any of the following: 

  • An overall score of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. 
  • TOEFL of 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing.
  • Equivalent tests are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chancellors International Development Scholarships

    International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

    Up to £2,500

  • Course Kit Bursaries

    We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

  • International Office Scholarship

    Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

  • Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • USW Scholarship £1000

    The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £1,000

  • USW Scholarship £250

    The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £250

  • USW Summer School

    Please contact the provider.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Business and Management at the University of South Wales are fit for employment in roles such as: 

  • Manager
  • Entrepreneur
  • Business Advisor
  • Project Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Business Development

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee to study Business and Management at the University of South Wales is £15,850. However, tuition fees may be amended in accordance with the university’s Fees and Debt Management Policy. 

Admission

You’ll need to apply for this course via UCAS. If you’re unsure about any part of the process, feel free to reach out to our counsellors for guidance.

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