BSc Business Management

The BSc Business Management programme at Solent University is a three-year, full-time undergraduate degree designed to provide students with practical business knowledge and management skills. The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), allowing graduates to earn a Level 5 Professional Diploma in Leadership and Management alongside their degree.

Modules cover business strategy, marketing, operations management, project management, entrepreneurship, and organisational behaviour. Students learn through a blend of lectures, mentoring, industry engagement, and hands-on exercises. The programme emphasises real-world business experience, with assessments based on coursework, presentations, and individual and group projects.

Solent University is a modern public institution located in Southampton, UK. Formerly known as the Southampton Institute of Higher Education, it gained university status in 2005. The university is renowned for its focus on applied learning and student employability. It has achieved Gold ratings for student experience, student outcomes, and overall performance in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

Solent offers a wide variety of courses across its schools and faculties, including Art and Music, Business and Law, Social Sciences and Nursing, Science and Engineering, Film and Media, Sport and Health, and the Warsash Maritime School. The university prioritises practical training, community engagement, and industry links to help students transition successfully into professional careers.

Applicants are required to submit academic transcripts, a personal statement, references, and proof of identity when applying for the BSc Business Management programme.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must have 104–120 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent).
• Candidates with HND, Foundation Degree, or diploma qualifications may apply for advanced entry (Year 2 or 3).
• Applicants must have achieved at least a Grade 4 (C) in English GCSE (or equivalent).
• International applicants should hold qualifications equivalent to British A-levels (e.g. secondary school or high school certification).

English Proficiency:

• IELTS (Academic): Minimum score of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 80.
• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 115 overall.
• Applicants may also complete the university’s pre-sessional English course to improve their proficiency before starting the degree.

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the BSc Business Management at Solent University is £17,750 per year. Fees are subject to annual revision by the university.

Some scholarships that are available for international students at Solent University are the Solent International Pioneers Scholarship (£2,000 fee reduction). Others are BAME Student Scholarship (£1,000 toward tuition or living costs (for first-year undergraduates) and Sports Scholarships/Bursaries (awards up to £5,000 (Platinum level) for students competing at high levels). Availability, eligibility, and amount for scholarships can change every year. Students should always check Solent’s official Scholarships & Finance pages for the latest information.

Graduates of the BSc Business Management programme from Solent University are prepared for roles across private, public, and non-profit sectors, as well as for launching entrepreneurial ventures. Potential career paths include:

• Business Manager or General Manager
• Project Manager
• Operations Manager
• Marketing Manager
• HR or People Operations Manager

International students can apply for the BSc Business Management through the UCAS undergraduate system or directly via Solent University’s online application portal. For expert assistance with the application process, international students are encouraged to contact AHZ Associates for personalised support.