Business & Management (Entrepreneurship) (with Foundation Year option) Bournemouth University (BU)
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | On-Campus | Full-time | 3 - 5 years | September, January | £9790.00 year per | £19635.00 year per |
September 2026 entry:
- £9,535 (UK, ROI & CI)
- £19,635 (Int'l)
- Foundation Year: £5,760 (UK, ROI & CI) | £19,635 (Int'l)
- Placement year: The placement year tuition fee is determined by the year you are on placement and your level of study. It is a reduced fee which will not exceed 20% of the standard annual University tuition fee (UK, ROI & CI) for the academic year you complete your placement.
For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding
Course overview
Why study BA (Hons) Business & Management (Entrepreneurship) at BU?
- Gain an in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship as well as business and management in a broader sense, in an increasingly globalised and digitised economy
- Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions
- Study a diverse subject that provides a stepping-stone to work in any industry, anywhere in the world
- Complete an optional 30-week placement, giving you invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network
- Study at a university with over 35 years teaching experience in this area, excellent industry connections and an international reputation
- You'll be career-ready with 94% of our graduates in employment or further studies, fifteen months after graduating.
Course accreditations
The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School experience:
- Our Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide
- Our Chartered Management Institution (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership (and access to resources and services) and means that when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI leadership and management qualification in addition to your Bachelor's degree.
We offer a January intake for this course, which is specifically designed for international students, offering a unique opportunity to seamlessly join our main course while receiving tailored support to prepare you for your second year. For more information and to apply, please visit the course page on our website.
Entry requirements
For January 2026 and September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104- 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
Required subjects: all subjects considered.
Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for January 2026 and September 2026 entry:
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China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
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France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option)
- Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
- India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
- Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course
- Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70%
Foundation Year Entry Requirements for January 2026 and September 2026 entry: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.
If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
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