BBA Bachelor of Business Administration
Course overview
The BBA (Honours) Bachelor of Business Administration degree is a programme that gives a good understanding of Business Studies. This includes subjects like Business Management, Accounting, Money Matters, and how the economy works. The course aims to give students the information, understanding, and skills needed for modern business. It gets you ready for jobs in different business areas, and you will have chances to get experience and connect with people working in businesses.
The things you learn about include important parts of business like keeping accounts, dealing with money, economics, and managing a business. You will get good at things like marketing, looking after staff, how people act in organisations, and checking business information. The course uses new research and helps you get skills that are useful for jobs. Experienced teachers who know about business teach it. You can also study in other countries through the Go Global programme and move between the university's campuses in Dubai and Malaysia.
Entry requirements
Applicants need to write a personal statement. In this, they should explain why they want to study this course and give other important information about their studies. They also need to provide a reference from a teacher or someone they worked for. Students can also add their CV to their application to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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For 2025 admission, standard entry requirements are A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP, BTEC Diploma at MM, T Levels, or International Baccalaureate. A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
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If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language skills. Specifically, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking, is required for this course.
Scholarships
Heriot-Watt Sports Scholarships
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Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
We are offering up to £525 from the access to learning funding to students to help cover costs. This could be to purchase a laptop, pay for WiFi access or travel expenses.
Up to £525International Merit Scholarship
Award value: Varies by region
Career opportunities
Graduates from a BBA program in Bachelor of Business Administration can pursue various career paths, including:
- Business Analyst
- Marketing Executive
- Human Resources Officer
- Finance Assistant
- Management Trainee
- Project Coordinator
Cost of study
For International students, the annual tuition fee for the BBA Bachelor of Business Administration programme at Heriot-Watt University for the 2025/26 academic year is £19,456.
Admission
You can apply through UCAS, or apply to Heriot-Watt University directly by using the online application form on their website, or through AHZ consultants. You can talk to one of our trained advisors to find out more about how to apply. They can also help you show your best qualities and make your application fit what the programme is looking for.
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