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Develop skills in promotion, sales, advertising, and research. Learn to market goods and services, create strategic marketing plans, and use digital platforms. Gain practical experience through industry projects and an optional placement year.
Hands-on entrepreneurial support
The Cube, an on-campus resource dedicated to nurturing student and graduate talent will provide you with comprehensive support at every stage of your entrepreneurial journey.
Make a positive impact in the community
We offer you opportunities to work with local businesses and social enterprises through live consultancy projects. This hands-on approach enhances your practical skills while fostering social responsibility and community impact.
Build strong industry connections
From collaborating on live briefs with consultancy professionals to networking at conferences, you'll build valuable relationships with industry leaders, providing the connections and opportunities essential for launching your career.
This course is for you if...
you like understanding people and how to communicate with impact
you want to get stuck into real business tasks from day one
you appreciate building relationships that enable you to thrive
you get a buzz from being a part of a community of learners
Year 1
During your first year you will study core modules that will help build the foundation of your knowledge. You will start to build your leadership capabilities and develop an understanding of the global business environment, organisational culture, business growth, enterprise and the digital economy.
Year 2
During your second and final year you will develop your strategic management skills and specialist marketing knowledge. There will be opportunities to work with businesses on strategic initiatives, develop your understanding of people management, financial decision making and sustainable business.
Optional placement year
Put theory into practice with an optional placement year. Supported by a dedicated team, you undertake a paid position within a public or private sector organisation relevant to your interests.
Final year
Study the topics you are interested in and graduate with a specialist qualification. Tailor your degree by completing a research project in an area of your choice, and undertake a live consultancy project or reflect on your industry experience.
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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112 UCAS Tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A Levels
Any subject considered.
Including a minimum of 2 A Levels
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers.
Pass a Access to HE Diploma in any subject with at least 33 credits at Merit and/ or Distinction.
112 UCAS Tariff points, including a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers.
English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
Considered in combination.
Considered in combination.
Considered in combination.
To include Grade 4 in any subject at Higher Level.
English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
Any subject considered.
112 points from Irish Leaving Certificate
English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
Considered in combination.
in any subject.
Considered in combination.
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With 5.5 in all elements. |
At the University of Plymouth, we believe in building a welcoming and inclusive community that supports every student to achieve their full potential.
With our contextual offer scheme, we may extend offers below our standard entry criteria to those applicants whose circumstances and experiences could have impacted their education and academic performance. You can check your eligibility for a contextual offer using our online postcode checker.
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.
This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.
Course optionsNo 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.
For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees
At Plymouth Business School, we believe ambition deserves opportunity. The Business of Success Scholarship (BOSS) is designed to recognise and support 50 aspiring Business School undergraduate students who are ready to make their mark. This exclusive scholarship offers £2,000 to help you reach the top.
Email:admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 1752 585858
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