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BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship with Foundation

  • Undergraduate
  • London
BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship with Foundation
London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA)

Course Overview

Intake

October 2026February 2027June 2027

Duration

4 years

Course Description

Learn to think like an entrepreneur and develop the strategic and creative skills to succeed in today’s fast-changing business world with our BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship degree. On this course, you’ll work on projects with social, economic and environmental impact, gaining practical experience while exploring contemporary business theory. From the start, sustainability, creativity and innovation are central to your learning. You’ll learn to spot emerging trends, analyse opportunities and design solutions that are both responsible and commercially viable. By experimenting with different approaches, you’ll build the agility and resilience that modern business demands. Collaboration is key. You’ll engage with industry experts, take part in live projects and develop the soft skills that set successful managers apart, from emotional intelligence to the ability to lead teams through change. By graduation, you’ll be ready to launch your own start-up or step into roles such as brand manager, business analyst, consultant or marketing manager. If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements, you can still join through our Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing onto the full BA.

Tuition Fee Details

For UK home students, tuition fees are £5,760 for the Foundation Year, followed by £9,790 per year for each subsequent year of study (Years 1–3). Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may be subject to change by the institution in line with government regulations and guidance.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements


UK qualifications

Foundation Year Requirements:

32 new UCAS tariff points, (from accepted qualifications)

Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma.

And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).

Year 1 Undergraduate Requirements:

112 new UCAS tariff points

Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)

Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma

And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).

Other qualifications

Non-Standard Entry Requirements:

Applicants must have at least two years of relevant work experience and sufficient English proficiency to demonstrate an understanding of business analysis, effective time management, and collaborative working.

Applicants applying through the non-standard entry route will be required to attend an interview to assess whether they meet the Level 3 qualification benchmark.

English Language Requirements


GCSE

Foundation Year:

GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent · Functional Skills English Level 2.

Year 1 Undergraduate:

Four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).

IELTS

Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.

Internal test

Assessment via:

A Personal Statement explaining motivation and experience and an interview to assess readiness for study.

A written task to evaluate academic ability (if necessary).

Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Stage 1 - The first stage covers the key areas related to your degree programme and will focus on either creative design or business. You’ll learn the theoretical knowledge and debates surrounding these disciplines and the historical and international contexts which underpin them. You will also begin to build the foundations for studying at degree level.

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Stage 2 - This stage builds on the key research, analytical and reflective skills built in Stage 1. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas of study and focus on your chosen path within the creative arts or business.

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Stage 3 - You’ll undertake a self-directed, specialist project which will synthesise and conclude your newly learned knowledge. The Final Major Project consists of three units which include advanced language and study skills needed for progression onto an LCCA design or creative business undergraduate degree.

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