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Business and Entrepreneurship

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Preston Campus
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Course Overview

This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning

Our BA (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship course will give you the skills, insight and experience to launch your own business. You'll learn how to lead innovation within an organisation.

On our BA (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship degree, you’ll gain exclusive access to the University’s award-winning Centre for SME and Enterprise Development. There, you’ll be connected with our network of local businesses and mentors. You'll also get access to a variety of innovation opportunities.

As a student member, you’ll be part of a vibrant entrepreneurial network. You'll learn from experienced Entrepreneurs in Residence who’ve built successful ventures across tech, creative industries, social enterprise and consultancy.

You’ll build the key skills in strategy, finance, marketing and leadership that are needed to build a successful business. You'll also get the opportunity to apply them through live projects and real-world business challenges.

You’ll take part in an assessment centre experience, as part of your preparation for the graduate job market. This will help you better understand recruitment techniques. You’ll also earn digital micro-credentials from industry leaders like FactSet, Microsoft, Google and LinkedIn. This will help to enhance your CV and your entry into the areas of financial leadership you are most interested in.

Why study with us

  • We are a nationally accredited Business School, recognised for excelling in supporting small businesses, student entrepreneurship and the local economy.

  • Gain exclusive student membership to our award-winning Centre for SME and Enterprise Development. Connect with local businesses, mentors and innovation opportunities through entrepreneurial networks.

  • Learn from experienced business leaders through our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. You'll gain practical insights from experts across tech, creative, consultancy and social enterprise.

What you'll do

  • You'll build various skills through live projects, real-world business challenges and hands-on experiences. You'll apply these skills in strategy, finance, marketing and leadership. By the end of your studies, you'll be prepared to launch your own venture or lead innovation in a business.

  • You'll gain access to a student membership in our award-winning Centre for SME and Enterprise Development. You'll receive mentorship, networking opportunities and insights that will shape your journey.

  • You'll learn from experienced business leaders through our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. You'll get practical insights from experts across tech, creative, consultancy and social enterprise.

Future Careers

Future careers
This degree opens the door to a wide range of exciting career path. Whether you're launching your own venture or driving innovation within a business, a future career could include:

  • Entrepreneur or business founder

  • Innovation lead or transformation consultant

  • Start-up team lead or scale-up strategist

  • Social enterprise manager

  • Business development executive

  • Graduate trainee or business consultant

Modules

Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Preston Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
BE10
Institution code:
C30
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
U
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
BE10
Institution code:
C30
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
U

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 104 - 112 points

A level

104 to 112 UCAS points at A2

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

Access to HE Diploma

104 to 112 UCAS points

Scottish Higher

104 to 112 UCAS points

AS - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D - D*D*

Scottish Advanced Higher

104 to 112 UCAS points

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

104 to 112 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D - D*D*

T Level - M

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our Fair Access Scheme recognises barriers into education and allows us to make an offer with lower entry requirements. At the University of Lancashire, we are proud to help people seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. We recognise that students from disadvantaged backgrounds often face significant challenges to access and succeed in higher education. Our Fair Access Scheme ensures that students aren’t limited by circumstances and can achieve their potential.

Learn more on the University of Lancashire website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index Inflation rate and increases permitted by the Government

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