University of Bedfordshire

BSc Business Management with Business Analytics With Foundtion Year

University of Bedfordshire

Course overview

This four-year course includes a foundation year, which is designed to equip students with the necessary skills for university-level study. The BSc Business Management Business Analytics foundation year focuses on academic writing, numeracy, and subject-specific knowledge, preparing students for the degree. 

The course is suitable for those who do not meet the standard entry requirements or have a non-traditional educational background. After the foundation year, students progress into the main degree, where they learn business management principles with expertise in digital and data analysis. 

Students in this course will develop skills in data analysis, decision-making, and applying theory to real-world business scenarios. The curriculum covers areas such as marketing, management, programming for data analysis, and data modelling, preparing graduates for the digital transformation of business. Students learn through lectures and seminars, and are assessed through essays, reports, and exams.

Entry requirements

Candidates are typically asked to send a personal statement. In this statement, they should explain why they want to study the course and give other important details about their education. A reference from someone in academics or a past employer is also typically required. Students can include their CV with their application to show any work experience they have.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Applicants need grades such as A-levels (CCC-BBB), a BTEC Extended Diploma (MMM-DDM), or equivalent international qualifications.

English Proficiency: 

  • Students from countries where English is not the main language typically need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each section. 

  • Other accepted tests include TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • A level and IB Scholarship for International Students

    Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship

    Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Alumni Scholarship

    The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship

    Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Foundation Year Scholarship

    Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships

    Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.

    Up to £3,000
  • Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.

  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000
  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates from this course often move into the following job roles:

  • Business Analyst

  • Data Analyst

  • Management Consultant

  • Operations Manager

  • Marketing Manager

  • Project Coordinator

Cost of study

International students taking the BSc Business Management Business Analytics programme Foundation at the University of Bedfordshire will pay £16,800 per year.

Admission

Interested students can apply using UCAS or directly to the university through their online form. If you need any help with your application, you can speak with one of our trained counsellors.

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