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FdA Business Enterprise at University College Birmingham

University College Birmingham, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Standing out in the competitive modern business world demands a creative spark. Businesses need individuals who not only have the core knowledge and skills for the industry, but also the entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate – qualities that are all the more important for those who dream of setting up their own business. Whether you want to advance in management positions or start your own company, our Business Enterprise degree will give you the tools you need to succeed.

Department: Department of Business and Enterprise  |  Duration: 2 years FT (3 years with placement)  |  Study mode: full-time (placement: 48-week placement (optional))  |  Intake: September, February  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Entrepreneurial Thinking and Behaviour, The People Perspective, Digital Innovations, Finance for Managers, Market Research and Consumer Profiling, Venture I – Idea Generation; Year 2 core modules: Personal Effectiveness, Impact and Reputation, Social Enterprise, Brand and Media Management, Intellectual Property, Law and Business Practices, Venture II – Concept and Prototype Development, Big Data for Business Insights, Developing Collaborative Relationships.

Career pathways

Career routes include business development manager, business owner, product manager, management consultant, business adviser and sales executive.

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Application information

Entry requirements

26/27 Entry Requirements: A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD. T-levels : A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3). Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 32 UCAS Tariff points. Work-based: We also give equal consideration to applicants who are currently in work and wish to apply to University College Birmingham. To apply, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, demonstrating management or supervisory duties. 27/28 Entry Requirements: A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD. T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PP. This can be achieved from either a National Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

Intake: September, February

Duration: 2 years FT (3 years with placement)

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