Course overview
Develop practical business knowledge with an award from the University of Suffolk.
Progress from a practical foundation year into a full Business Studies degree spanning management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, strategy and research.
Course overview
The foundation year builds the academic, digital, communication and numerical skills needed for degree study. The following three levels develop broad business capability through applied management, marketing, law, finance, entrepreneurship, international business, strategy 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 480 credits completed over 4 years. Optional modules are shown separately where the official curriculum requires a choice.
Curriculum
Complete the published 480-credit curriculum.
01Year 1 · Level 3 Foundation
120 credits
Year 1 · Level 3 Foundation
120 credits
- Context of Business
- Study Skills for Higher Education
- Introduction to Information Technology
- Business Communication
- Numeracy and Data Analysis
- Integrated Professional Skills in the Digital Age
02Year 2 · Level 4
120 credits
Year 2 · Level 4
120 credits
- Contemporary Business Environment
- Business Decision Making
- Marketing Management
- Personal and Professional Development
- Organisational Theory and Practice
- Business Law and Ethics
03Year 3 · Level 5
120 credits
Year 3 · Level 5
120 credits
- Human Resource Management
- Accounting for Business
- Digital Business
- Entrepreneurship and Business Development
- International Business
- Research Methodologies
04Year 4 · Level 6
120 credits
Year 4 · 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
- Five GCSE passes or an overseas qualification confirmed as equivalent through UK ENIC/NARIC.
- Applicants complete the London School of Commerce admissions process, including an interview and personal-statement review or pre-qualifying assessment.
- Non-standard applicants may be considered using relevant work experience, 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 B1 or an accepted equivalent for Level 3 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.
Progress from Level 3 preparation through a complete honours degree.
Apply business theory to contemporary commercial decisions and case studies.
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 £5,760 for the foundation year and £9,535 for each degree year, giving an indicative four-year total of £34,365.