BA Business and Supply Chain Management

Northumbria University's BA Business and Supply Chain Management provides a well-rounded combination of business knowledge and specialised supply chain knowledge. Before concentrating on operations and supply chain topics like Logistics, Sustainability, and Innovation, you will start with a general understanding of important business fields like Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources.

This course gives you the chance to gain real insight into the world of global supply chains. It is backed by accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). It's also supported by the NOVUS Programme, which is an industry-led initiative that connects students with major employers across the sector.

The Business and Supply Chain Management course at Northumbria University will prepare you for a career in operations, logistics, or general business. In your last year of the course, you can choose between a consulting project, a dissertation, or a management inquiry, which will help you gain invaluable practical experience. You will also be encouraged to participate in a placement year or study abroad opportunity.

Northumbria University, located in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England, has a long-standing history dating back to 1877 when it was established as Rutherford College. It officially became a university in 1992 and has since grown to become one of the largest in the UK, with around 38,300 students.

Northumbria's main campus, City Campus, is situated in Newcastle, and it provides students with access to the city's cultural and economic life. The university also has a campus at Coach Lane, as well as locations in London and Amsterdam, extending its reach and accessibility.

Recently, Northumbria has earned recognition for the quality of its research. It was ranked 23rd in the UK for research power in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework. This highlights the university’s continued investment in academic research. Known for placing strong emphasis on the student experience, Northumbria has also been recognised as the top university in the North East for sustainability, according to the People and Planet league table.

Grade Requirements:

• The qualifications required for standard entry to this course include 112 UCAS Tariff points from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications, which may include: A-level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.
• Applicants with equivalent qualifications can also apply.

English Proficiency: 

• Non-native speakers of English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English with an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. 
• Approved equivalent tests are also accepted by the university.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the tuition fee to study a degree in Business and Supply Chain Management at Northumbria University is £20,950. It should be noted that this is only for the first year of study, and the university may increase fees in the second and subsequent years of study.

Northumbria University is committed to supporting students with outstanding academic abilities. The university offers a number of financial aid packages for its students. For instance, the FINS Education Loan Scheme developed by the EDUCATIVA Group is available for all students from an EU member state who want to study at a reputable university in Europe. 

Also, the Northumbria International Scholarship will award new Undergraduate students who join at Level 4 (the first year of an Undergraduate degree) and those who join with advanced entry to Level 5 and Level 6 (top-up awards) a £3,000 tuition fee discount.

Graduates of the BA in Business and Supply Chain Management from Northumbria University are fit for employment in roles such as: 

• Supply Chain Manager 
• Logistics Manager 
• Business Analyst 
• Marketing Manager 
• Sales Analyst 
• Inventory Manager

International students interested in this course are advised to apply using the online application link provided by the university. For more information on this process, please reach out to any of our trained counsellors.