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BA (Hons) Business Management (Graduate Apprenticeship) at University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Future-proof your workforce and talent pipeline with UWS’ innovative Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) in Business Management. Our Business Management GA has been developed in collaboration with industry leaders to support aspiring business managers and leaders to develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to underpin business growth, innovation and increased productivity.

Duration: 4 years, full-time company-based learning and online modules  |  Study mode: full-time; graduate apprenticeship  |  Intake: Online: September  |  Location: Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

To apply for a GA, applicants must meet SAAS eligibility criteria . GAs are open to both existing employees and new recruits. Applicants will be required to provide evidence of employer support during the application process. Year 1: Scottish Highers: Standard Entry Requirements: BBBC (102 UCAS Tariff points) including English; A Levels: Standard Entry Requirements: CCD (88 UCAS Tariff points) including English; Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H4 including English; International Baccalaureate: 24 points; Other; Appropriate Foundation Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship; Year 2: HNC: Any; HND: Any; Other; An appropriate Foundation Apprenticeship, Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/D award with the level of entry and/or credit awarded being subject to the content of the programme. Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. Applicants can apply for admission based on APL/APEL in accordance with UWS RPL guidelines. Year 3: An appropriate Foundation Apprenticeship, Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/D award with the level of entry and/or credit awarded being subject to the content of the programme. Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. Employment; All applicants must be in employment (minimum of 21 hours per week) in a role related to the course of study, must have the right to live and work in Scotland and be working in Scotland. You can apply if you are aged 16 or over and there is no maximum age limit. The employer must commit to providing a suitable workplace environment and to offering guidance and mentoring support to the apprentice with the appointment of a work-based mentor. A Tripartite Partnership Agreement must be signed by the GA student and employing organisation prior to the commencement of the programme. English language: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scottish: cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS*) Source

Intake: Online: September

Duration: 4 years, full-time company-based learning and online modules

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