Business Studies

取得日期：2026-10-29

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BA (Hons) Business Studies | University of West London

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BA (Hons) Business Studies

Full-timeFull-time with internshipTop-up

February 2027September 2027

Fees per year†

£17,250 – International

£10,050 – UK

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Do you want to face the challenges of business management with more confidence? Join our BA (Hons) Business Studies degree to develop your knowledge and professional skills in business.

This course will give you an up-to-date, real-world understanding of business management to enhance your job prospects. A business studies degree can lead to jobs in marketing, finance, administration and human resources.

You will learn from teaching staff with high levels of expertise in a range of business sectors and benefit from our links with professional bodies.

We have strong links with major professional institutes, including the Chartered Institute of Marketing, the Institute of Data and Marketing and the Chartered Institute of Personnel.

Internship course option

You can choose to take this course with a one-year internship at the end of your second year (Level 5). Upon completion of your placement year, you will resume your final year of studies. The internship will give you a combination of knowledge, skills and experience that will put you in a prime position to build a successful career in business.

Top-up course option

A top-up course is equivalent to the final year of an undergraduate degree and allows you to 'top up' an existing qualification into a full honours degree. Our BA (Hons) Business Studies Top-Up course will provide multiple benefits and opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the business field and completing a degree.

If you enrol on a top-up degree in September or October 2026, you will receive the Top-up Bursary, worth £2,000. The bursary is made up of:

£1,500 fee waiver

£500 paid on successful completion of your course.

There is no deadline, and all eligible students are automatically considered.

Why study this course?

Our Business and Management courses are ranked #1 in London for modern** universities - The Guardian University Guide 2027

Our Business Studies courses are ranked 2nd in London and 4th in the UK - National Student Survey 2026*

Our Business courses are 1st in London for student experience - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

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Study options:

We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

Full-time

Duration: 3 years

Full-time with internship

Duration: 4 years

Duration: 1 year

With Foundation Year

Start date:

February 2027

September 2027

If your desired start date is not available,

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What you'll study

This internationally respected BA (Hons) Business Studies course has been designed to develop your practical skills as well as your knowledge of essential business concepts.

Your studies will give you a rounded understanding of the varied requirements of running a business. You will cover topics including:

human resource management

finance and accounting

marketing

operations management

Our strong links to professional bodies and organisations help us to evolve and advance your course content so that you will graduate with current knowledge of business issues.

We use a range of effective teaching methods, including:

lectures to introduce new concepts, models and theories

task-based learning to develop your problem-solving skills and help you to relate theory to practice

group work to encourage you to share ideas and experiences, discussion and reflection to encourage inquiry

seminar support, available through group and individual tutorials by arranged appointment

Blackboard, the University's online learning platform.

Each member of staff brings a wealth of employment experience and knowledge into the classroom, helping you to translate theory into practice.

Study options

As well as choosing a regular full-time 3-year degree, this course can be studied with an internship.

Internship*

*If you choose a course with placement/internship route we would like to advise you that if a placement/internship opportunity does not arise when you are expected to undertake the placement then the University will automatically transfer you to the non-internship route. This is to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree.

The internship route for this course is open to UK students only.

Please note, we regularly review our course content to offer relevant, impactful and career-shaping learning. Therefore, the following modules are indicative and subject to change.

Compulsory modules

Principles of Management

This module has been designed to give you a basic understanding of organisations with emphasis on conceptual and interpersonal skills, an overview of the challenges that arise for managers in organisational settings, and to provide you with an introduction to the concepts and theories that can be useful in facilitating effectiveness.

Professional Skills

In this module, you will learn to outline academic writing skills and presentation skills, show effectively working with others towards the completion of a task (teamwork skills), present skills in oral and written communication in the business environment, as well as duplicate the importance of business etiquette and the importance of rules and values in an organisation.

Management in Practice

In this module, you will develop job-specific knowledge and techniques needed to proficiently perform work tasks. You will also practise and improve the ability to work well with other people individually and in a group. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to practise taking a managerial approach to thinking and conceptualising about abstract and complex situations.

Introduction to Business Finance

In this module, you will learn to identify different accounting terminology and distinguish between different users of financial statements, identify and apply accounting concepts and principles. you will also have to classify non-current, current assets, non-current liabilities, current liabilities, and capital. In addition, you will have to prepare a simple statement of financial position, and apply accounting concepts to income statement.

Employability Skills

In this module, you will develop the personal and professional skills to prepare you for the world of work and understanding the concept of employability; reflecting on your career journey; and developing an active LinkedIn profile. The module will link closely with the other modules delivered during the semester and will help you to prepare for your future career and grasp core business theory.

Analysis of Real World Issues

The aim of this module is to enable you to critically evaluate the challenges faced by organisations in today’s perplexing business environment nationally and internationally. Furthermore, this module will allow you to critically examine the type, nature and gravity of those challenges and create an organisation which is flexible and fluid to adapt to those challenges.

Marketing Theory and Practice

In this module, you will learn to evaluate and discuss marketing terminologies, principles, classifications, theories/concepts and orientations. You will have to assess the macro and microenvironment in which the marketing manager operates in, applying marketing theories (PESTLE, SWOT and Porter's Five Forces) to given scenarios. As well as reviewing the type of information required for marketing decision-making through marketing research and marketing information systems.

Advanced Presentation and Communication Skills

In this module, you will be able to explore how to communicate in a professional environment both verbally and in writing and will deliver enhanced skills in public speaking and presenting.

Business Negotiations in Practice

In this module, you will have to examine the effect of the external environment and firm related factors on the negotiation process.

Organisational Behaviour

On this module you will gain critical knowledge of how organisations work, and how individuals and groups affect organisational success or failure. You will explore the emerging workplace realities of self-leadership, networks, knowledge management and virtual teams, as well as organisational learning and working within culturally diverse work-place communities.

Leadership and Teams

In this module, you will have the opportunity to review the skills required to develop high performance working teams in the current business context. You will also explore the theories and models of group dynamics, communication, motivation, diversity, etc. Additionally, you will have to consider their implications for leadership in a team environment.

Group Business Development Applied Project

In this module, you will have the opportunity to work in groups and identify and develop a business projects for an organisation. Furthermore, this module is also aimed at understanding the groups dynamics and how to work in group by eliminating conflicts and work towards a common goal.

Strategic Management

In this module, you will learn to explain the basic concepts, principles and practices associated with strategic management process. You will also critically analyse the internal business environment to determine strength and weaknesses and inform strategic management decisions for a given organisation using appropriate frameworks. Additionally, you will be able to critically analyse the external business environment to determine opportunities and threats and inform strategic management decisions for a given organisation using appropriate frameworks.

Career Strategy and Planning (CSP)

This module will give you the opportunity to apply professional career management skills designed to assist you in actively planning and preparing for your future careers.

Business Sustainability and Social Responsibility in Practice

In this module, you will critically analyse the drivers of enterprise and wealth creation from the perspective of their ethical implications. You will also investigate changing approaches and attitudes to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Additionally, you will have to critically evaluate frameworks for the discussion of business ethical issues and the use of tools for managing business ethics.

Theory of Innovation

In this module, you will have the opportunity to analyse frameworks and concepts that underpin emerging themes in Innovation, while critically analyse national and global conditions for innovation in different countries. You will also learn to appraise alternative innovative methods for the growth of a business.

Creative Problem Solving in Business

In this module, you will learn to evaluate and assess an organisation's relative position internally and externally by applying range of tools and techniques. Additionally, you will learn to critically analyse the current problems and issues faced by the organisation in terms of financial, legal, technological and economic environment.

Business Innovation in Practice

This module is designed to give you an insight into the nature of innovation practice and creation in businesses and the people that run them.

What our students say

2nd London university for student satisfaction - National Student Survey 26*

After completing this course I gained a wide range of knowledge related to the business world that I can apply in my work today. During my course, I received regular feedback on my performances that would keep me accountable. I have decided to continue my studies with UWL in a Masters programme. I have built a strong network that helped me to gain strong access in different industries. Currently, I’m pursuing a career in Project Management in IT.

Sergiu Ghenov - BA Saturday Business Studies Graduate

Entry requirements

Requirements:

International

112 UCAS points required

from level 3 qualifications

These can include:

A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

T Levels

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.

Looking for BA (Hons) Business Studies with Foundation Year?

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Whether you are changing career or don't have the exact subjects and grades required for this course, you might want to choose this course with a foundation year. This will give you an extra year's study to prepare you for the standard degree programme, where you can go on to graduate with a full Honours degree. Follow the link to see full details of the course with foundation year.

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.

Level 5 (year 2) entry

To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.

Level 6 (year 3) entry

To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area.

6.0 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

Fees & funding

Funding:

per year†

Please note:

Fees for the 2027/28 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.

Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs over 2 academic years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year, except if otherwise stated.

If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

Funding your studies

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees, or a maintenance loan. Loans vary depending on your study options. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants and disabled students.

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit. Also, if you enrol on a top-up degree in September or October 2026, you will receive a Top-up Bursary, worth £2,000. There is no deadline, and all eligible students are automatically considered.

Additional scholarships specifically for business students are also on offer.

Help with funding

International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Financial support for international students

West London campus facilities

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Business software and tools

You will enjoy access to our dedicated labs that are equipped with software and tools and offer a collaborative environment to work on projects and research.

Westmont Enterprise Hub

The Westmont Enterprise Hub offers support and resources for thinkers, innovators and entrepreneurs to connect and grow their ideas, from concept to reality.

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Your future career

A business studies degree can open the door to many exciting and rewarding careers and you will be able to choose from a range of job roles.

Alternatively, you could develop a related specialism or explore a new area on one of our postgraduate courses.

One-to-one, life-long careers support

Industry connections

Taught by lecturers with industry experience

Career-focused modules

Internship and placement opportunities

Guest lectures and seminars with industry experts

Alumni networking events

Support with CV and interview skills

Job roles

personnel management

business research

sales promotion

retail management

junior manager

salesperson

administration

market researcher

human resources assistant

data analyst

marketing assistant.

Dr Shafqat Abbas Course Leader

Dr Shafqat Abbas is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader at the University of West London’s Claude Littner Business School, with over 13 years of experience in higher education. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Derby, where his research focused on climate change and investment policy reform in Pakistan. He also holds two master’s degrees with distinction: an MSc in International Business with Data Analytics and an MSc in International Finance & Banking, as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education.

At UWL, Dr Abbas provides academic leadership across the BA (Hons) Business Studies and BA (Hons) International Business Management programmes, ensuring alignment with university regulations, academic standards, and quality assurance requirements.

He is committed to delivering an inclusive, student-centred learning experience that supports academic achievement, professional development, and graduate employability. His teaching philosophy emphasises student empowerment, enabling learners to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business challenges.

Prior to joining UWL, Dr Abbas held teaching and academic management roles at several UK higher education institutions, including the University of Bedfordshire, Bloomsbury Institute London, and the London School of Science and Technology. Before entering higher education, he also gained professional experience in the banking sector, including a role as a KYB Business Analyst at the Royal Bank of Scotland (UK).

In addition to his teaching and course leadership responsibilities, Dr Abbas contributes to the wider academic community through his roles as an Academic Partnership Link Tutor (APLT), External Examiner (EE), and active member of the CLBS Education Committee. His work reflects a strong commitment to academic quality, curriculum development, partnership collaboration, and the continuous enhancement of the student experience.

Research Interests

Corporate governance and sustainable investment frameworks

Climate change law and environmental policy reform

International economic law and low-carbon transition policy

Finance, money, and capital markets

Professional Philosophy

Shafqat believes that universities are the true centres of research and innovation, offering transformative opportunities to engage with cutting-edge ideas and technologies. He views higher education as an essential investment in one’s future, yielding lasting personal, professional, and societal benefits.

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**Modern universities - defined as higher education institutions that were granted university status in, and after, 1992.

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