Business Foundation Programme Foundation Programme

Work towards degree-level study with the Business Foundation Programme, which combines academic and real-word business theories to teach you the skills and knowledge required to embark on an undergraduate programme in this field.

Taught by staff who have a significant experience both in academic and real-world business scenarios, the course will enhance your understanding of business theories and concepts, ensuring your knowledge is aligned to the needs of the wider international business community. You’ll learn about the standard business areas of business management, business sectors, human resource management, marketing, and finance as well as English and study skills.

The full-time course lasts either two or three trimesters depending on your English language skills, and uses a range of teaching and assessment methods which ensure the learning outcomes are achieved.

For full details and how to apply, visit our UWS London website:

Year 1:  Applicants must have completed the Certificate of General Secondary Education plus a relevant Foundation programme or Diploma Year 2:  Community College Diploma

If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Duo Lingo

For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.