BA Business Management and Strategy Level 6

The BA Business and Management Strategy (Level 6) programme at the University of Gloucestershire is designed to allow students to top up their HND or Diploma into a full BA honours degree in one year and progress in their careers.

This 1-year full-time programme will allow students to learn about building and sustaining strategy, as well as completing their investigative study. They can also develop specialist skills in line with their career goals in strategic marketing, global leadership and business decision-making.

The BA Business and Management Strategy (Level 6) programme at the University of Gloucestershire will enable students to learn through lectures, seminars, reflective practice, problem-solving challenges and presentations.

This course not only focuses on imparting knowledge but also aims to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, both of which are crucial for navigating the complexities of the modern business environment.

The University of Gloucestershire is a career-focused institution dedicated to providing practical learning, strong industry connections and a supportive learning environment. The university, known for its high-quality programmes, offers a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that focus on applied research and career development, ensuring a direct impact on the industry. Gloucestershire has been recognised for its high-quality teaching by holding a Silver rating in the Government's Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

• Applicants must submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying to the programme and also their academic backgrounds.
• A relevant academic reference is also required.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants should possess an HND, Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation degree.

English Proficiency

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS overall score of at least 6.5 (or a 5.5 in each section). Alternative qualifications are also accepted.

For international students enrolling in the BA Business and Management Strategy (Level 6) programme at the University of Gloucestershire, the tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic session is approximately £17,425. Students should note that these fees are subject to change.

The University of Gloucester offers several scholarships and bursaries for international students, each with different criteria, some of which are region-based.

Sports Global Excellence scholarship

The Sports Excellence Scholarship is aimed at high-performing student-athletes who wish to combine high-performance sports alongside undergraduate or postgraduate taught study at the University of Gloucestershire. This is applied as a tuition fee waiver designed to reward sporting excellence.

Graduates of the BA Business and Management Strategy (Level 6) programme from the University of Gloucestershire can secure roles as:

• Business Analyst
• Human Resource Officer
• Financial Analyst
• Operations Manager
• Business Consultant
• Marketing Manager

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