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Overview
UCAS Code: | GOW3 |
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Course Length: | 3 Years Full-Time, 5 Years Part-Time |
Start Dates: | September 2022, September 2023 |
Subjects: | Business and Management |
Location: | Edge Hill University |
Example Offers: | BCC-BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC) View full entry criteria |

Globalisation, and the reach of the tech giants, means we are now all connected and are all potential business partners, customers, consumers or brand champions. Understanding international business practices and strategy is increasingly in demand as both private and public organisations are progressively compelled to operate in global commercial and industrial environments. On this degree you will study the fundamentals of accounting, economics, human resources management, marketing and operations management, while gaining the opportunity to embrace the international community by studying a modern language and developing your employability through a work placement or graduate enterprise project.
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In Depth
What will I study?
Year 1 provides you with a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of business management and introduces you to core aspects of the environments in which organisations operate. You will also have the opportunity to study a modern language from beginner’s level as an optional integrated part of your degree.
During Year 2 you will enhance your core knowledge and start to specialise in areas relevant to international business. You will continue with the study of your chosen modern language if you wish.
Throughout Year 3 you will extend and reflect upon the knowledge acquired in the previous two years. There is a greater emphasis on business strategy and on independent research into contemporary global issues.
How will I study?
As well as preparing for and attending lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, you will spend time reading and completing coursework, including written assignments, portfolios, presentations, and poster and video production.
You will have the opportunity to develop your employability profile through a work placement or participation in a graduate enterprise project. In addition, you will undertake live client projects with organisations or work on agreed projects with real outcomes and impact.
How will I be assessed?
Throughout the programme there are a combination of assessments used to test intellectual development, vocational capability and critical thinking. Coursework often involves both individual and group-based working, simulating some of the situations that will be emulated in the workplace. Case studies and problem-solving exercises are used and examinations may include both seen and unseen questions.
Who will be teaching me?
Edge Hill Business School is home to a thriving research community, hosts a growing international partnership portfolio, and is a member of AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), the world’s largest management education network.
All of our staff are passionate about student learning and development. This degree has been designed by specialists in accountancy, business development, economics, human resource management, marketing, and the digital economy. The programme team includes several researchers who publish regularly while also working with local and national businesses and international research groups on cutting-edge projects. Many staff also have experience working internationally and provide expertise in international business and globalisation.
Facilities
A stunning £8million building provides impressive teaching and learning facilities for students in Edge Hill Business School.
The contemporary three-storey building offers a 100-seat lecture theatre and modern seminar and meeting rooms. There are also social learning areas which encourage a more informal and interactive style of learning, in addition to an attractive roof garden and atrium.
Timetables
Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Modules
Expand AllYear 1
Compulsory modules:
BUS1012Business Economics (20 credits)
BUS1013Introduction to Accounting and Statistics (20 credits)
BUS1016Marketing for Business (20 credits)
BUS1015Operations Management (20 credits)
BUS1014People and Organisations (20 credits)
You will select one of the following optional modules:
BUS1017Business Start-Up (20 credits)
BUS1019Information and the Organisation (20 credits)
BUS1031Introduction to Digital Marketing (20 credits)
BUS1018Statistics for Economics (20 credits)
You have the option to learn a language and study Arabic, French, German, Italian, Mandarin or Spanish as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied in Year 1 instead of one of the optional modules above.
TLC1010Language 1 (20 credits)
Year 2
Compulsory modules:
BUS2025International Business (20 credits)
BUS2036International Economics (20 credits)
BUS2018Managing the Human Resource (20 credits)
BUS2017Research Methods for Business (20 credits)
You will select two of the following optional modules:
BUS2032Branding: Integrated Digital Campaigns (20 credits)
BUS2035Consumer Behaviour (20 credits)
BUS2019Employability (20 credits)
BUS2030Finance and Performance Management (20 credits)
BUS2026Global Corporate Social Responsibility (20 credits)
BUS2020Graduate Enterprise (20 credits)
BUS2027Intermediate Economic Analysis (20 credits)
BUS2037Law for Business (20 credits)
BUS2029Leadership Culture and Change (20 credits)
BUS2038Loyalty Generation and CRM (20 credits)
BUS2024Managing People (20 credits)
BUS2022Project Management (20 credits)
BUS2023Quality Management (20 credits)
BUS2031Retail Marketing Planning (20 credits)
BUS2034Services and Experiential Marketing (20 credits)
BUS2033Social Media Monitoring and Analytics (20 credits)
If you studied a Language module in Year 1, or if you can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 2. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
TLC2000Language 2 (20 credits)
Year 3
Compulsory modules:
BUS3039Global Marketing Management (20 credits)
BUS3024Strategic Management (20 credits)
You will select one of the following optional modules:
BUS3022Dissertation (40 credits)
BUS3023Extended Business Project (40 credits)
You will select two of the following optional modules:
BUS3041Advertising in Marketing Communications (20 credits)
BUS3030Business Strategy and Digital Goods (20 credits)
BUS3034Contemporary Issues in Economics (20 credits)
BUS3033Development Economics (20 credits)
BUS3044Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)
BUS3031Global Logistics and International Trade (20 credits)
BUS3040Marketing and Society (20 credits)
BUS3042Marketing Simulation (20 credits)
BUS3037Organisational Misbehaviour (20 credits)
BUS3029Seeing the Future: The Next Decade of Commerce (20 credits)
BUS3027Strategic Financial Management (20 credits)
BUS3036Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)
BUS3048Sustainability and Business (20 credits)
If you studied Language modules in Years 1 and 2, or if you can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 3. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
TLC3000Language 3 (20 credits)
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
Typical offer 104-112 UCAS Tariff points. No specific subjects are required.
Example Offers
Some examples of how you can achieve 104-112 UCAS Tariff points are detailed below.
- A Level: BCC-BBC;
- BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications): Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM);
- T Level: Overall grade of Merit;
- International Baccalaureate (IB): We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points;
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, for example 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit or 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
If you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.
EU students can get country-specific information about the University’s entry requirements and equivalent national qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for overseas applicants.
English Language Requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
If your current level of English is half a band or one band lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Are there any alternative ways to meet the entry requirements?
If you have the ability to study for a degree but lack the necessary qualifications or confidence, our Fastrack: Preparation for Higher Education course could be for you. This free, seven-week programme provides a great opportunity to enhance your study skills and subject knowledge and demonstrate that you are ready to study a particular subject with us, in lieu of achieving the UCAS Tariff points in the entry criteria.
Upon successful completion of a Fastrack course, you will be well placed to progress onto a corresponding Edge Hill University degree, although additional entry requirements may apply and the availability of specific programmes cannot be guaranteed. For more information, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/fastrack.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
The course is designed principally for those who wish to work abroad or perhaps work in organisations with a global focus. You will graduate ready to face the challenge of working in a fast-moving international environment with confidence.
You will gain affiliate membership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), a globally recognised professional body, for the duration of your degree and associate membership (known as ACMI) for one additional year after graduation. You will then have the option to renew your associate membership on an annual basis, however this would be at your own expense. The CMI is dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Membership entitles you to full access to ManagementDirect, an extensive online portal that provides invaluable careers information, course-based resources and advice on best practice.
On successful completion of your degree, you will also be awarded a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership.
How can I enhance my employability?
It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how you will spend your time while studying and make the most of your university experience.
Optional, additional activities may be available on this degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career. These include:
- Sandwich Years – you may have the opportunity to apply to complete a sandwich year placement, usually as the third year of a four year degree, and gain highly relevant work experience;
- Studying Abroad – you may have the opportunity to apply to spend time studying or working abroad, usually as the third year of a four year degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in a different culture;
- Learning a Language – you may be able to select language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, as an integral part of your degree (for which you will gain academic credits). Alternatively, it may be possible to participate in Language Steps classes as additional study.
Please note, the availability of these additional activities cannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending on availability and the number of students wanting to participate, there may be a competitive application process for sandwich year placements or studying abroad opportunities or you may be required to secure a relevant placement yourself.
Finance
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a full-time basis in academic year 2022/23, the tuition fee will be £9,250 a year. Tuition fees for international students enrolling on the programme on a full-time basis in academic year 2022/23 are £15,000 a year.
If you are a prospective UK student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a part-time basis in academic year 2022/23, the tuition fee will be £77 per credit. This is equivalent to £1,540 per 20 credit module. 360 credits are required to complete an undergraduate degree.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
The University may administer a small inflationary rise in tuition fees, in line with Government policy, in subsequent academic years as you progress through the course.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this undergraduate degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students joining this programme in academic year 2022/23, together with details of how to apply for potential funding, please view our Money Matters 2022/23 guide for your intended mode of study.
- Money Matters 2022/23 Full-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2022
- Money Matters 2022/23 Part-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2022pt
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals should ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). Please see www.edgehill.ac.uk/eufinance for further details.
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Scholarships
Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with a competitive application process for prospective full-time undergraduate students.
These scholarships aren’t linked to academic success and celebrate determination, talent and achievement beyond your coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.
To find out more about scholarships, to assess your eligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarship winners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.
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How to Apply
If you wish to study full-time, apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com. Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out more about the application process.
If you wish to study part-time, apply directly to Edge Hill University at www.edgehill.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
Further information for international students about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Visit Us
If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into student life is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day. You can view dates and book your place at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.
Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, you can find out more about our full range of events for prospective students, including campus tours and virtual activities, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.
Request a Prospectus
If you would like to explore our full range of degrees before you apply, you can order an undergraduate prospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it’s like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- Course Enquiries
- Tel: 01695 657000
- Email: [email protected]
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email [email protected] with any queries about overseas study.
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