Management (with placement year)
Loughborough University
UCAS Code: N200 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Loughborough University
UCAS Code: N200 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
AAB No specific subject requirements but we do have a list of preferred subjects (see below). In some circumstances we may ask applicants to achieve specific grades in certain subjects. While no specific A Level (or equivalent) subjects are required, we strongly prefer combinations drawn from traditional (academic) subjects to demonstrate a range of numerical, analytical and discursive abilities. These A Levels include: Ancient History, Biology, Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Languages (non-native), Law, Maths/Further Maths, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology and Statistics.
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9 - 6 (A*-B) including 6/B in English Language. Maths grade 5/C GCSE Exceptions GCSE Maths Grade 5 We will consider a grade B in Level 3 Core Maths as a suitable alternative. GCSE English Language Grade 6 If you have achieved Grade 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have Grade 6 or above in GCSE English Literature OR At least one essay-based subject* at A Level *Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Law, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology We may also consider applicants with a contextual indicator who have achieved a 4 or 5 in GSCE English Language who do not meet the above criteria. Please refer to our Contextual Admissions Policy for further information on the contextual indicators used by the University.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35 (6,6,5 HL)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD plus one A Level at Grade A (the A Level must be in a preferred academic subject) BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects - If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D plus two A Levels at Grades AB (one A Level must be in a preferred academic subject) BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects - If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
National Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects - If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis
Scottish Advanced Higher
AB Advanced Highers plus AAB Highers.
T Level
Distinction overall A in Core Component T Levels in Management and Administration with Business Improvement, Team Leadership/Management or Business Support Occupational Specialism are considered. Other relevant T Level subjects may be considered on a case by case basis.
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About this course
Our BSc Management degree is a highly flexible broad-based course that prepares you for a career in any area of business and management. Our graduates are strong communicators, adaptable and resilient to change and highly sought after in the business world.
Today’s dynamic business environment demands the skills and confidence to operate across a range of organisational roles. This BSc Management degree will equip you with a comprehensive grasp of different management skills and styles, and the context in which business decisions are made. As such, this course aims to produce excellent managers that are able to come up with creative, resourceful solutions to business and management issues.
This is our most flexible business degree with the widest range of optional modules in the final year. If you are unsure which area of business you’d like to study at university, this course gives you the greatest scope to tailor your degree as you discover what you enjoy most and which subjects best match your career aspirations.
Skills for employability is a key part of the Loughborough experience and can really boost your job prospects, and this degree has two modules specifically built in to help you develop your study and employability skills. There are also specific modules in entrepreneurship to help those with aspirations to start or develop their own businesses.
Modules
For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.
Assessment methods
Depending on the nature of the topic, some modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination (for example 25% coursework and 75% examination), whilst other modules are assessed by 100% coursework or 100% examination.
Coursework is based on a variety of tasks including individual essays, projects, contribution in tutorials, group work, presentations, business reports, problem sheets and computer-based exercises.
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