BA Business Management Top-Up
Course overview
The BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) at the University of Derby is designed for students who want to build on their existing knowledge and achieve a full honours degree. You can join at Stage 2 or 3 and tailor your studies to match your career goals.
From day one, you'll apply your learning to real-world business challenges through case studies, business simulations, and consultancy projects. You’ll explore global and strategic management, leadership, and marketing, with the flexibility to choose optional modules that align with your interests.
A key highlight of the course is the Business Consultancy Project, where you’ll work on a real business problem. This helps you gain practical experience and boost your confidence. Learning alongside students from different backgrounds and collaborating with international partners will also give you a global perspective on business.
Finally, this degree prepares you for a career in a fast-changing business world, and equips you with the agility, resilience, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed.
Entry requirements
To study BA Business Management (Top-Up) at the University of Derby, the following are required:
Grade requirements
- An HND or Foundation Degree in a relevant subject.
- At least five GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at grade 4/C or above.
English Proficiency
Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
With a BA Business Management (Top-Up) from the University of Derby, graduates emerge prepared for a career in a variety of areas, such as:
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Business Development Manager
- HR Officer
- Market Research Analyst
- Project Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students to study BA Business Management (Top-Up) is £17,325 per year. For local students, the course is £9,535. This fee is, however, subject to change.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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