Course overview
Develop practical business knowledge with an award from the University of Suffolk.
Develop broad commercial capability across management, marketing, finance, law, digital business, entrepreneurship, international business and strategy.
Course overview
This three-year honours degree connects core business theory with practical decision-making and employability. Students progress from business foundations and professional development into finance, digital business and entrepreneurship before consolidating their learning through strategy, case analysis and an independent dissertation or business project.
Study location and delivery
The programme is available at study centres in London and Manchester and is awarded by the University of Suffolk.
Course structure
The published course structure comprises 360 credits completed over 3 years. Optional modules are shown separately where the official curriculum requires a choice.
Curriculum
Complete the published 360-credit curriculum.
01Year 1 · Level 4
120 credits
Year 1 · Level 4
120 credits
- Contemporary Business Environment
- Business Decision Making
- Marketing Management
- Personal and Professional Development
- Organisational Theory and Practice
- Business Law and Ethics
02Year 2 · Level 5
120 credits
Year 2 · Level 5
120 credits
- Human Resource Management
- Accounting for Business
- Digital Business
- Entrepreneurship and Business Development
- International Business
- Research Methodologies
03Year 3 · Level 6
120 credits
Year 3 · Level 6
120 credits
- Global Strategic Management
- Building A Sustainable Organisation
- Case Study Analysis
- Contemporary Management Issues
- Dissertation or Business Project
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Teaching uses lectures, tutorials, workshops, group discussions and presentations.
Coursework can include assignments, reports, case studies, projects and group work. Exact assessment methods and weighting should be confirmed for the selected intake.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic and admissions requirements
- Applicants should meet the University of Suffolk's standard undergraduate entry requirements for Level 4 study.
- The admissions process may include an interview, personal statement and pre-qualifying assessment.
- Mature or non-standard applicants may be considered using a CV, relevant professional experience or qualifications, evidence of examination ability and an independent reference.
- Final admission approval is made by the University of Suffolk.
English language
- Applicants whose first language is not English should normally demonstrate English at CEFR B2 or an accepted equivalent for Level 4 entry.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
The listed tuition fees are those published for the 2026/27 academic year.
Fees may change for later academic years; confirm the amount for the selected intake before applying.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Complete a 360-credit honours degree in Business Studies.
Develop commercial, analytical and professional decision-making skills.
Complete an independent dissertation or business project.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Career directions
- Business management
- Operations
- Marketing
- Human resources
- Finance and business support
- Entrepreneurship
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
Where is the course taught?
The course is available at study centres in London and Manchester.
Who awards the qualification?
The qualification is awarded by the University of Suffolk.
When can I start?
A current intake date is not published on the course page. Confirm the next available start date before applying.
How much is the course?
Published 2026/27 tuition is £9,535 per year, giving an indicative three-year total of £28,605.