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Business and Management (Accelerated)

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

If you’re ambitious, career-driven and motivated to become a responsible business or entrepreneurial leader of the future, this accelerated business degree is purpose-designed for you.

Why study a 2 year accelerated degree course?

  • Graduate faster with a high-quality degree completed in just two years, saving time and money.

  • Study over four terms a year at the same intensity as a three-year degree.

  • Balance work and life more easily with a condensed termly timetable.

  • Gain the in-demand skills employers want, and start driving your career forward from day one.

  • Apply your learning in a final-term live consultancy project with real businesses, or develop your own venture with support from our ASPIRE entrepreneurship mentors.

Our accelerated Business and Management programme lets you fast-track your studies without compromising on quality. In just two years, you’ll gain the full depth of a traditional degree while studying at our welcoming, diverse Medway campus, with its easy access to London and the South-East. From day one, you’ll have dedicated support to help you build the skills employers value and shape your career path.

Across two years, you’ll develop a strong foundation in core business and management disciplines — from operations and social media marketing to project management and international business — while preparing for a data- and AI-driven world. You’ll gain sought-after skills in teamwork, communication, data analysis, digital literacy, and real-world problem-solving - the qualities employers look for most. And as a Kent Business School graduate, your fast-tracked, top-quality education at a top 1% triple-crown accredited business school will give you the confidence and experience to stand out in a competitive graduate market.

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:
N100
Institution code:
K24
Campus name:
University of Kent at Medway
Campus Code:
K

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

For further information about applying to Kent as an international student you can visit our International student webpages: https://www.kent.ac.uk/international. From here you will find useful information on country entry requirements, scholarship information, events and application guidance. Kent has dedicated support available to international students through groups, networks, English language and more specialist services through our Student Support and Wellbeing team. Visit our guide for international students to find out more on how we can support you during your time at Kent: www.kent.ac.uk/guides/support-for-international-students.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 112 - 128 points

A level - ABB - BBC

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

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 - 28 points

32 points in the IB Diploma or 128 UCAS Tariff points

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Mathematics GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.

T Level - M

English language requirements

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.

Please visit our website for further information: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html

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.

As part of our commitment to widening participation at the University of Kent, we have a contextual admissions policy. We use data and indicators to help build a more rounded view of an applicant's achievements and potential, we are keen to ensure that we are able to identify talent using a range of applicant information in addition to prior attainment. We are also committed to ensuring that each applicant is assessed fairly. In general, contextual offers will be lower than our standard offer.

Learn more on the University of Kent 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.

Not enough data available

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

All fees for 2026/27 are to be confirmed. Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.

Sponsorship information

Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible undergraduate students during their studies. See our funding page for more details - https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/fees-and-funding

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