If you’ve completed an HND or Foundation Degree, this Top‑up programme is your pathway to a full honours degree and a stronger future in business.
Course overview
This one‑year Business Top‑up degree, accredited by the University of Chichester, is designed for students who have completed a Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation Degree, or equivalent qualification and want to achieve a full BA (Hons) in Business. It is also suitable for mature students or those returning to higher education with relevant professional experience.
The programme equips you with a well‑rounded skill set, strong business acumen, and the ability to thrive in today’s fast‑changing business environment. You’ll apply theory to real‑world business scenarios, develop resilience, and build the professional skills employers are looking for.
Teaching and learning
Developed in collaboration with past graduates, the course uses a flexible blended learning approach, combining interactive lectures, online resources, independent research, and personalised 1:1 support. Classes are scheduled to complement work and other commitments, making it accessible for those balancing study with employment.
Modules
Business Research
Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship
CSR and Ethics
Strategic Management
Contemporary HRM
Global Business Today
Project Implementation.
Progression and careers
Graduates progress into a wide range of business roles across industries, or continue their studies at postgraduate level, including master’s programmes and higher apprenticeships.
Complete your degree at Chichester College and open the door to a wide range of professional and academic futures.
The Business Top-up Degree is run as a modular programme over 1 year, divided by terms. Students are required to complete and pass four compulsory and one optional units. The compulsory modules are; Business Research, Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship, Managing Operations, Strategic Management, Contemporary Human Resources.
The optional module choices include; Business Research, Management (optional), Global Economy, or Project Implementation.
The course uses a variety of assessment methods (report, professional discussion, presentation, portfolio and timed assessment) to ensure you graduate with well-rounded business skills and can apply theory in practice. Each module sets out the required assessment which usually consists of one to two assessment methods. The course is designed to be as flexible as possible to fit around your
work and personal commitments. Taught interactive sessions will mostly take place on Tuesday (6pm- 9pm) and Wednesday evenings
from 5pm-9pm. There are some flexibilities within the timetable to choose an option that is of most interest, or perhaps better fit your
other commitments. Term 2 and 3 are focused on work placement, or setting up your own business and independent research.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Chichester College Group (inc Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley, Northbrook & Worthing Colleges) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
The following entry points are available for this course:
You would typically have a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree in Business with 240 credits. We recognise that learning can be achieved in many ways and it may be possible to enter the programme with evidence of relevant prior learning at level 5/6.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | No factor below 5.5 for reading and writing. For those resident in the UK who have suitable work experience, a college English test is available to show competency in English. |
| Institution's Own Test | As part of your interview, you may be asked to prepare/complete a written assessment. |
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.
We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8500* | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £8500* | Whole course |
| Scotland | £8500* | Whole course |
| Wales | £8500* | Whole course |
| International | £11500 | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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