BA Business Administration Top Up

Pursuing the BA Business Administration (Top-Up) course at the University of Central Lancashire is ideal for students who already hold prior qualifications, like an HND or foundation degree. This programme takes one year of full-time study and helps students build on their existing knowledge of business to obtain the advanced skills needed to excel in managerial roles. 

During the course, students learn how to plan and manage business strategies. They also learn to analyse financial, marketing, and operational processes, lead teams, and make ethical and sustainable business decisions. The core modules that students study in this course include business strategy, behavioural insights, employability and entrepreneurship, and a business and management project. For assessments, students are evaluated through methods such as essays, presentations, reports, and group assessments. 

Graduates of this Top-up programme are well-prepared to pursue careers in business management, consultancy, entrepreneurship, marketing and sales, as well as positions in both the public and private sectors.

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), established in 1828, has grown into a well-regarded institution with over 42,000 students from around 100 countries. Its main campus is located in Preston, Lancashire, England. UCLan is recognised for its quality education, holding a Silver award in the Teaching Excellence Framework and previously being named the most affordable university in the UK by The Times in 2023.

At the University of Central Lancashire, international students benefit from dedicated support services for visa applications, language assistance, and mental wellbeing. Students also have access to research opportunities, work placements, and accommodation options.

• Work experience and personal statement are considered during application.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants should hold a relevant foundation degree with a pass or an HND with Merit overall. Those applying from outside the UK may present equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency

• International students who do not speak English as their first language need to have an IELTS score of at least 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section. Alternatively, TOEFL or other similar tests can be used to demonstrate English proficiency.

For international students, the tuition fee for the BA Business Administration (Top Up) course at the University of Central Lancashire is around £17,325 per year. This fee is for the 2025/26 academic year and may still be revised.

The University of Central Lancashire supports international students with various scholarships and financial aid options. For those enrolling in the 2025/26 academic year, an automatic international bursary of £1,000 is available each year to help lessen tuition fees. Athletes competing at high levels in BUCS or para sports can apply for sports scholarships valued at £500 (bronze), £2,000 (silver), or up to £5,000 (gold). Furthermore, students who attain impressive academic achievement can receive an Excellence Scholarship of around £3,500 each year, which is also automatically applied to their tuition.

Students can contact our counsellors at AHZ for more details about these financial support options.

Upon completing the BA Business Administration (Top Up) course at the University of Central Lancashire, students can explore job opportunities in areas like:

• HR Coordinator
• Marketing Manager
• Project Coordinator 
• Operations Manager 
• Business Analyst
• Business Development Officer

Students can apply for this course through UCAS. Those who need more information about the application process can reach out to one of our trained counsellors.