BA Business and Management Including Foundation Year

The BA Business and Management (Foundation Year) at the University of South Wales is designed to support students who may not yet meet the standard entry requirements for a full degree or who are returning to education and want to build their academic confidence. This foundation year provides a solid introduction to business principles while developing essential skills in study techniques, IT, research, and communication. Through modules such as Study Skills, Digital Capability, and Business Administration, you'll gain the tools and knowledge needed for degree-level study.

Delivered over two days a week, the course offers a supportive learning environment with small class sizes and personalised feedback. Teaching includes lectures, seminars, and interactive group work, and assessments are varied to help you prepare for university-level expectations. 

The Business and Management (Foundation Year) from the University of South Wales lays the groundwork for future success in your studies and career.

The University of South Wales (USW) is a forward-thinking institution, formed in 2013 from the merger of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, Newport. With a student community of over 30,000, including more than 4,000 international students from over 120 countries, USW ranks among the largest universities in the UK.

USW provides a broad selection of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as Business, Computing, Engineering, Health, and the Creative Arts. The university is well known for its industry partnerships, which help ensure students receive relevant, hands-on experience and develop skills that match current employer expectations.

Dedicated to research excellence, the university has gained recognition for its leading research contributions in fields like Mechanical Engineering, Social Work, Education, and Environmental Science.

Grade Requirements:

To gain entry onto this course, applicants typically need to have achieved a minimum of 48 UCAS tariff points. This can be obtained through qualifications, such as two A Levels at grade DD, a BTEC Extended Diploma with overall grades of Pass Pass Pass, or a BTEC Diploma with two Pass grades. 

Those applying with an Access to HE Diploma should have passed the course and achieved at least 48 UCAS tariff points. T Level applicants are expected to have achieved an overall Pass, with a grade of D or E.

English Proficiency: 

International applicants are expected to show proof of proficiency in English by having an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL score of 72 with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing or equivalent is also accepted. 

The tuition fee to study Business and Management (Foundation Year) at the University of South Wales is £15,850 per year. This is, however, provisional and subject to change.

The University of South Wales extends a range of scholarship opportunities to help international students manage the cost of their education. Among the key awards is the Chancellor’s International Development Scholarship, offering a tuition fee discount of £2,500 per year for eligible students. Students who are CAS-ready by 31st May for September entry or 31st October for January/February entry may also qualify for the Early CAS Scholarship, which applies an additional £500 fee reduction annually.

EU nationals are eligible for the EU Student Scholarship, allowing them to pay tuition fees at the same rate as UK home students throughout their course. These scholarships are automatically applied based on academic performance or application timing, reinforcing the university’s dedication to supporting students worldwide.

Graduates of Business and Management (Foundation Year) at the University of South Wales are eligible for employment in roles including: 

• Management Consultant
• Business Analyst
• Business Development
• Chartered Management Accountant
• Stockbroker
• Supply Chain Manager

Applications for this course should be made through UCAS. If you have any questions or need help with your application, our experienced counsellors are here to support you.