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Business with Finance
- BA (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 07/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Paisley Campus
Course summary
Course Overview
Developed in partnership with industry experts, employers and professional associations, this programme will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive impact in business and financial professions.
And thanks to our connections with industry experts and professionals, this programme’s teaching and assessments are designed to equip you with the practical experience to tackle the challenges faced by businesses today.
Programme Highlights
Developed in partnership with industry leaders, this programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge sought after by employers.
You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of business management and finance – giving you a competitive edge in the graduate employment market.
The programme’s focus on real-world issues will ensure you’re ready to tackle the challenges and demands faced by modern businesses.
As a BA Business & Finance graduate you can gain a part-exemption from professional accountancy exams - saving you time and money.
Programme Details
With highly qualified academic staff, regular guest lectures from industry experts and much more, the BA Business & Finance programme will provide you with the specialist and transferable skills essential to establishing a successful career in your chosen field.
And with advice on career support and professional accreditation on hand, this programme will ensure you put your best foot forward when you step into graduate life.
Careers
From entrepreneurship and digital marketing to big data and social media, our BA Business & Finance programme allows you to tailor your degree to the topics that are linked to your future career aspirations.
Modules
Year 1:
In year 1 you will complete modules on financial and management accounting, marketing, human resource management, economics and management. Optional modules from the School of Business, and language options can also be selected.
Year 2:
In year 2 you will develop your financial and management accounting experience and introduces specialised areas such as financial management and business law. You can choose several modules from areas of business and management that interest you, or continue to learn a language.
Year 3:
In year 3 you will begin to develop in-depth knowledge and experience of financial management and accounting, alongside modules in taxation and banking, providing excellent practical and theoretical knowledge. A range of business options may be selected along with more advanced options.
Year 4:
In year 4 you will complete a research dissertation of your choice alongside your continued study of business and contemporary issues in finance. Modules include Enterprise Risk Management, Personal Finance, and a number of advanced business modules.
Assessment method
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops.
You will also have the opportunity to take part in group work and independent learning to develop your transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication and working as part of a team.
Our Business degree is assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:
Written examinations
Coursework
Practical assessment
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- N1N8
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Paisley Campus
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 Entry
Scottish Advanced Highers: CCC (120 UCAS Tariff points)
A Levels: BBB (120 UCAS Tariff points)
T Level: Full T Level with Grade M in relevant subject
International Baccalaureate: 28 points
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM in relevant subject
HNC: Accounting; Financial Services
HND: Business
International applicants
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 108 points
A level - CCC
plus GCSE Maths at Grade 5/C or above
Entry to Year 2 with BBB, plus GCSE Maths at Grade C/5 or above
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Scottish Higher - BBBB
plus National 5 Maths at Grade C or above
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - MMM
For year 2 entry, DDM in relevant subject
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCC
For year 2 entry, plus National 5 Maths at Grade C or above
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Maths at Standard Level
For year 2 entry, 28 points required, with Maths at Standard Level
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3
plus Maths at Ordinary Level Grade O5
Scottish HNC - Pass
Entry to Year 2 with a HNC in one of the following titles: Financial Services or Accounting
Scottish HND - Pass
Entry to Year 2 with HND Business
Entry to Year 3 with a HND in one of the following titles: Accounting; Financial and Business Management; Financial Services; Business with Accounting.
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Plus GCSE Maths at C/5 or above
For year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject, plus GCSE Maths at 5/C or above
Entry to Year 1 with SWAP (BBB) Access to Humanities.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 63 points
including English
A level - CCC
plus GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade C/5 or above
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
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Scottish Higher - CCC
Alternative Minimum Entry Requirements: CC (42 UCAS Tariff points) PLUS successful completion of one of the following:
UWS Foundation Academy
Foundation Apprenticeship
UWS Next Steps to University module
Top-Up
LEAPS
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
including English, plus Maths at Ordinary Level
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS.
All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of:
// Native speakers of English
// Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise)
// non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification)
The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
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 Minimum Entry Requirements are applicable to those applicants who have not had an equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic ability at school or college and are known as ‘widening access’ applicants. We also sometimes refer to this type of applicant as receiving a ‘contextual’ offer. For more information, please visit our website using the link below.
Learn more on the University of the West of Scotland 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
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15500* | Year 1 |
| International | £15500* | 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.
Additional fee information
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The cost of attending university is an investment in your future career.
In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
Check the course entry on our website for more more information.
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