BA Management and Business with Foundation

The BA Management and Business with Foundation program at Durham University - Study Group provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of management and business. The foundation year is designed to help students develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their undergraduate studies. Students will learn about various aspects of business, including finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship, as well as developing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. This program prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in management and business.

Additional Information

The BA Management and Business with Foundation program is designed to meet the needs of students who may not have the traditional qualifications or grades required for direct entry into an undergraduate business degree. The foundation year provides a supportive environment where students can develop their academic skills and knowledge, and build their confidence before progressing to the undergraduate program. Our experienced faculty will provide students with individualized support and guidance throughout the program.

Unlock Your Potential at Durham University - Study Group

Durham University - Study Group offers a world-class education that prepares students for successful careers in management and business. The university is known for its academic excellence, research-oriented teaching, and strong industry connections. The campus is located in the historic city of Durham, providing students with a unique learning environment. Our state-of-the-art facilities and modern teaching methods ensure that students are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in today's fast-paced business world.

This course is focused on non-traditional students and the modes of teaching and learning are designed to provide and facilitate high-quality teaching and learning in a supportive and productive environment that encourages self-awareness, reflective practice, and cross-cultural awareness. The course is delivered through a mixture of lectures, tutorials/workshops, and practical classes. Typically, lectures provide key information on a particular area and this is consolidated through tutorials and/or workshops and practical classes where appropriate, particularly for laboratory and IT skills. The course provides up to 18 contact hours per week, but further consolidation takes place through independent study and/or voluntary workshops provided outside the courses formal contact hours. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence and classes are generally small, normally with 25 to 35 students to ensure individual needs can be met. Students who require additional language and academic support are normally provided with an additional 4 hours of seminar/ tutorial contact time and opportunities to take part in additional small group and individual tutorials as appropriate beyond the formal contact hours.

The Foundation Programme is designed to support UK and EU students from under-represented groups in Higher Education to access and succeed in studying for an undergraduate degree at Durham University. Only applicants from under-represented groups in Higher Education are eligible to study with the Foundation Programme.