BSc Business Management Operations with a Foundation Year
Course overview
The Swansea University BSc Business Management (Operations) Foundation programme is designed for students who may not initially meet the entry requirements for a direct degree entry. The dedicated Foundation Year provides essential knowledge and skills in business, operations, and management, preparing students thoroughly before they progress to the main three-year degree programme.
During the subsequent three years of the degree, students will develop practical skills and a professional approach essential for a career in operations management, covering core aspects of business. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which provides industry-focused teaching. Learning includes engagement with various assessment methods such as business reports, group presentations, and reflective logs, ensuring well-rounded skill development.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- For 2025 admission, standard entry requirements are 64 UCAS tariff points, including A Levels (CCD-DDD), BTEC Extended Diploma (MMM-MMP), T Levels (Pass), or International Baccalaureate (26 Points).
- A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency. For programmes with a Foundation Year, a minimum overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in any component, is typically required.
- Other recognised English language tests are also accepted as equivalents.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Business Management (Operations) with a Foundation Year programme are well-prepared for various roles within operations, logistics, and general business management. Some of these roles include:
- Operations Manager
- Supply Chain Manager
- Project Manager
- Logistics Coordinator
- Management Consultant
- Business Analyst
Cost of study
For international students, the fee for the Swansea University BSc Business Management (Operations) Foundation is £19,600.
Admission
Applications for the BSc Business Management (Operations) Foundation at Swansea University are generally made through UCAS or directly to the university. Please speak to our experienced advisors for help.
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