BSc Business Management with Foundation Year

The BSc Business Management with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University aims to develop critical thinking skills and understanding in crucial business areas including fundamental areas of Business, Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, and Micro and Macroeconomics. This enables graduates to understand successful business operations in greater ecosystems. 

The foundation year serves as the preparatory year to bridge the skills and knowledge of the fundamentals for a smoother transition into the more advanced topics in undergraduate courses later on.

By the end of this course, students gain a solid understanding of Business Management and a solid foundation for pursuing careers in a wide range of industries. This course also aims to prepare students to work in an international setting.

A Business degree at Canterbury Christ Church University makes a graduate highly employable in leadership roles across various industries. Graduates typically find themselves in career paths such as business analyst, project manager, marketing manager, consultant, entrepreneur, and more.

For over 60 years, Canterbury Christ Church University has been at the forefront of education, research, and innovation. With campuses across Kent and Medway, it offers a range of programmes in the Humanities, Sciences, Health, and Creative Arts. The university is known for its strong industry connections, providing students with valuable work placements, internships, and employer partnerships to enhance career readiness.

Committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and student support, Canterbury Christ Church University has invested £150 million in modern facilities, including the Verena Holmes and Daphne Oram buildings. Its research has a significant impact on healthcare, justice, and environmental sustainability. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the university welcomes students from over 80 countries and encourages an ethical learning environment that empowers individuals to drive positive global change.

Grade Requirements:

• UCAS tariff points of 64 is accepted. 
• A minimum of two A Levels or a BTEC National Diploma. 
• A combination of BTEC and A Level qualifications equivalent to two A Levels (such as a BTEC subsidiary certificate) and one A Level. 

English Proficiency: 

For international students, proof of English language proficiency is required. The following English tests are accepted: 

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0–6.5, with at least 5.5–6.0 in each component.
• TOEFL IBT: Minimum of 60 overall: Reading 8, Listening 7, Speaking 16 and Writing 18
• PTE Academic: 59 overall with no element below 59
• Oxford ELLT: 6 overall with no element below 5

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee to study the BSc in Business Management with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500. This fee is provisional and subject to change. 

Canterbury Christ Church University offers a range of scholarships, including the Academic Excellence Scholarship and the Bell Scholarship, which is awarded from a limited fund to high-achieving students.

Bursaries are also available, with eligibility assessed on a case-by-case basis. For more information on the financial aid options available to you, our AHZ counsellors are happy to guide you.

A BSc in Business Management with Foundation Year opens doors to a wide range of careers, including: 

• Marketing Manager

• Operations Manager

• Business Analyst

• Financial Analyst

• Human Resource Manager

• Project Manager

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.