Our 4-year business studies degree with foundation year offers the practical skills you need to work in project management, business development and finance.
Our extended degree in business studies is identical to the three-year degree but includes a foundation year to prepare you for the rest of your study.
The course will give you the practical skills you need for a career in business development and management. Modules include business processes, project management, and economics for business. The opportunity to work with business professionals and/or local communities on live projects offers practical experience.
Popular career options for our business studies graduates include roles in management, leadership, project management and finance.
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Want to find out what studying Business Studies at the University of Greenwich is like? Hear from the course leader, Rob Robson.
We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.
What I'll miss most about the university is the staff and the amazing support they offer. They really encourage you to have your own voice and ideas.
They gave me a lot of help and advice, including mock interviews, which really helped.
The University of Greenwich experience has been absolutely brilliant. It's been a fantastic ride so far, and I'm looking forward to the next couple of years.
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Applicants will normally have the equivalent of 64 UCAS points, plus GCSE English (language or literature) and mathematics at grade C / 4 or above.
This might include:
For more information, contact courseinfo@greenwich.ac.uk or 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
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Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
In a typical week learning takes place through a combination of:
Further details to be confirmed.
Seminars enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Contact hours may fall between 9am and 9pm, depending on your elective courses and tutorials.
Average intake per year is up to 10. Lecture sizes are normally 30-240, and seminars/tutorials are 15-30. This varies by module, if shared between degrees.
Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.
You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.
Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.
In addition, during the week you can also:
On this course, students are assessed by:
Further details to be confirmed.
Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include ‘practice’ assessments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.
Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
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Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from just over £100 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.
If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs.
Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.
Previous students from the three-year course have secured a placement year at IBM and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study.
UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000 and £18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organisations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary.
Graduates from this degree may pursue opportunities in management, leadership, strategy, project management, human resource management, operations and logistics, advertising and marketing, and finance.
Internships are optional, and last for a minimum of six weeks. Gain a Certificate in Professional Practice and valuable employment experience before graduating.
Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential. Services include:
Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
Our Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme will make your CV stand out to employers. It recognises your efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during your studies.
Our i3Centre provides business start-up support, mentoring, workshops and competitions. Develop your business ideas by entering our Enterprise Challenge, which rewards innovation.
We've got plenty of other courses for you to choose from. Browse our undergraduate prospectus or check our related courses below.
As a business and management student, you will benefit from our excellent links with over 200 businesses, as well as our mentoring and networking schemes.
Visit our business and management subject page.
Our Enterprise Challenge gives students the platform to pitch their business idea and the chance to win cash prizes, mentoring and free advice.
