Management (Year 2 Entry) Lancaster University

Application to the 2-year BSc Management degree programme is primarily for students from institutions with an appropriate partnership agreement. Under these agreements, the equivalent of Year 1 will be studied at one of our partner universities.

For other students who have completed the equivalent of Year 1 at university and wish to transfer their degree to Lancaster, candidate eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

We recommend you look at our guidance on transferring to Lancaster University.

About the BSc Management year 2 entry course

Are you ready to dive into the world of management and develop the skills to thrive in today’s competitive environment? Management BSc offers an engaging and practical education that provides a strong foundation in key areas. Whether you aim to lead within an organisation, start your own business, or explore various career paths, this course will equip you with the tools, flexibility, and expertise needed to succeed.

With the foundation you’ve built through our partner institutions, you will continue your journey by sharpening your skills, knowledge and expertise:

Why study management at Lancaster University?

Your second year - delving deeper: You will strengthen your understanding of the management principles that drive successful organisations. Discover how global marketplaces are shaped by international commerce and complex forces, while exploring essential areas like economics, operations, and marketing. Gain insights into creating value and learn advanced strategies to help organisations navigate today’s fast-paced market.

Additionally, you will examine management from a human perspective, focusing on organisational culture, team dynamics, and people management - essential skills for facing real-world challenges. You will also master recruitment, retention, and talent development, learning to harness the power of people to shape successful business strategies. You will also examine emerging technologies like AI and the importance of ethical decision-making in today’s business environment, preparing you to tackle complex workplace challenges.

Your final year - bringing it all together: All the aspects of your course will be integrated into a bigger picture to explore your future as a manager and executive in a complex world. You will learn how modern organisations use innovative approaches to deliver value, optimise processes, and create sustainable supply chains. You will discover how digital technologies, like AI and Big Data, enhance efficiency and create competitive advantage.

You will explore business strategy and the strategic challenges faced by business and management today: globalisation, sustainability, technological developments, and evolving workforce dynamics.

This course will develop your creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking and inspire you to become a forward-thinking leader ready to tackle the complexities of 21st-century business and management. You will have opportunities to collaborate with peers, academics, industry experts, and guest speakers. You will gain invaluable networking opportunities and experiences that will set you apart in the competitive business landscape.

Entry requirements

These are the typical grades that you will need to study this course. This section will tell you whether you need qualifications in specific subjects, what our English language requirements are, and if there are any extra requirements such as attending an interview or submitting a portfolio.

Students studying at one of our partner institutions

If you are studying on an approved curriculum at one of our partner institutions, we will advise you separately of the entry requirements specific to your particular programme. In each case, we have benchmarked these to be the equivalent to 2:1 in Year 1 at Lancaster.

NCUK/INTO International Year One

We accept the following programmes for entry to BSc Management:

• NCUK International Year One Business Management
  You will need to achieve a 60% progression grade, plus NCUK EAP at grade B overall with at least D in each component.
• INTO Manchester International Year One International Business, Accounting and Finance
  You will need to achieve a 60% progression grade, plus INTO EAP with 60% overall with at least 40% in each component
• INTO London International Year One Business
  You will need to achieve a 60% progression grade, plus INTO EAP with 60% overall with at least 40% in each component.

Other students

We will consider other students on a case-by-case basis. We will require the following:

• Information on your pre-degree or high school qualifications. We would typically expect you to have achieved grades ABB at A level, or an equivalent qualification, and GCSE English Language grade B/5, or an equivalent qualification.
• For non-native speakers of English, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component. For other English language qualifications we accept, please see English language requirements.
• Information on your current or previous undergraduate study, including a list of all the modules you have completed and are yet to complete. We will need to check if you have covered sufficient academic material equivalent to the content of Year 1 of the degree at Lancaster University. We expect applicants to pass the current year of their undergraduate study (or equivalent) with the equivalent of 2:1 (upper second-class honours marks).
• We require a reference from someone who has taught you as part of your undergraduate studies.