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Business Management

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 13 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Abertay Campus
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Course summary

Please note; this new Business Management Course (N220) is only available for Year 1 entry. Those looking for advanced entry should visit the existing N200 course for further information.

Choose this Business Management degree with outstanding business links, valuable work placements and study abroad options. Study at Scotland's Top Modern University for Student Satisfaction (CUG2026).

This Business Management degree at Abertay's Business School teaches you how to improve productivity, performance and profits. Learn to manage and lead organisations ethically, sustainably and inclusively.

Become a highly skilled business professional
Studying here is not just about getting a degree, it's about having the right educational experience that helps you become a skilled business professional. You’ll develop data-informed decision-making, enterprise and innovation skills, and the confidence to operate in global situations.

Lead change and innovate
We'll empower you to lead change and innovate in any kind of organisational setting. You'll work in teams, building the communication skills needed in a modern workplace. You'll graduate fully equipped with the knowledge and mindset to thrive in a rapidly changing work environment.

Outstanding industry links
Through our outstanding industry links, you'll find out how businesses really operate via expert guest speakers, real-world case studies, projects tackling real life business problems, work placement opportunities and offsite visits.

Work placement and study abroad options
There are work placement opportunities, and you can apply to study abroad as well.

You can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of business life by going beyond the classroom and working on extra-curricular activities such as the IBM international Business Challenge.

Get prepared for the workplace
Our aim is to prepare you for the realities of professional life, so you become a capable business professional and emotionally intelligent leader. You’ll be encouraged to make evidence-based decisions and demonstrate data literacy throughout. So whether your ambition is to start your own business, or work for someone else, your skills and expertise will be relevant all over the world.

Scotland's Top Modern University for Student Satisfaction

Abertay is widely regarded as THE place to come for student satisfaction and high quality teaching. But don't just take our word for it:

  • Scotland's Top Modern University for Student Satisfaction - National Student Survey 2024 and The Complete University Guide 2026.

  • UK Top 10 for Student Experience - The Times Good University Guide 2025 and The Daily Mail University Guide 2024.

  • Top Scottish Modern University - National Student Survey 2023 and 2024.

Modules

https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/ba-business-management/#modules

Assessment method

You’ll be assessed via a combination of methods:

  • Portfolio projects

  • Presentations

  • Examinations

  • Group work

  • Simulations

  • Work assessments

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Abertay Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Time abroad (optional) • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 13 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
N220
Institution code:
A30
Campus name:
Abertay Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2

How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
N220
Institution code:
A30
Campus name:
Abertay Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
CCC

Entry into Year 2 with BBB to include Business Studies plus one other literate based subject

T Level
Pass (C and above)

In Core Component - Education & Early Years / Legal Services / Finance / Accounting / Management & Administration / Agriculture, Land Management & Production

Scottish HNC
Pass

Entry into Year 2 with the following:
Accounting - Graded unit C
Administration & IT - Graded unit C
Business - Graded unit C
Business: Administration and IT - Graded unit C
Business: Management and Leadership - Graded unit C
Business: Marketing and Public Relations- Graded unit C
Events Management - Graded unit C
Hospitality Operations - Graded unit C
Marketing- Graded unit C
Marketing Communications - Graded unit C
Travel and Tourism - Graded unit C

Entry to Year 1 with the following:
HNC Music Business Entry into Year 2 with the following:
Next Gen HNC Social Science - Graded unit C
Social Science - Graded unit C

Scottish HND
Pass

Entry into Year 3 with HND Business is available for course N200.

Entry into Year 2 is available for the following:
Accounting - Graded unit at C
Administration & IT - Graded unit at C
Events Management - Graded unit at C
Hospitality Management - Graded unit at C
Hospitality Operations - Graded unit at C
Marketing - Graded unit at C
Music Business - Graded unit at C
Travel and Tourism - Graded unit at C

Scottish Higher
BBBC

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 25

With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4

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

Business (all pathways), Enterprise & Entrepreneurship, IT (Business), Travel & Tourism

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3H3H3H3

Scottish Advanced Higher
BBB

Entry into year 2 to include Business Management plus one other literate subject and any other subject

Applicants should have National 5/GCSE English and Maths/Lifeskill Maths/Application of Maths at grade C/4. Higher Applications of Maths at grade C accepted.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level CDD

Entry into Year 2 with BBB to include Business Studies plus one other literate based subject

Scottish Higher BBC

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Offer: 24

With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4

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

Business (all pathways), Enterprise & Entrepreneurship, IT (Business), Travel & Tourism

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H3H3H3

English language requirements

We look for applicants to achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual band at 5.5.https://www.abertay.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.

We don't just look at your grades, admission is based on academic merit, considering personal circumstances and potential. We look for applicants to demonstrate relevant and appropriate level of academic achievement as well as personal and professional experiences providing an indication of ability to meet the demands and professional requirements of the course. For a small number of courses, additional means of assessment such as an interview or portfolio may also be required.

Learn more on the Abertay University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.

Not enough data available

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.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Scotland£1820*
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9790*
EU & International£16950*

* 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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