BA (Hons) Business English (International Top Up Route)

BA (Hons) Business English (International Top Up Route)

The BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) Top-up degree is a one-year full time programme of study designed for holders of a business or management based Level 5 associate degree (or equivalent) seeking to earn a full honours degree, and then having the potential to pursue postgraduate studies.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should normally have an HND (EDEXCEL/SQA) at Grade C or Pass, or an Associate Degree (or Junior College Diploma) at 65%-70% from a recognised institution.

Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no component below 5.5.

Course content

One of the central elements of the University of Chichester’s vision is student experience: we pride ourselves in providing an educational experience designed for and around the student. Consistent with this philosophy, the BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) is designed to provide an excellent learning experience customised to facilitate learning and personal development for international students wishing to continue their studies at final year honours level in the UK in parallel with further development of their academic English skills.

The programme enables students to adjust to studying in the UK and gain a full business related honours degree, with the skills and knowledge required for further postgraduate study.

On successful completion, students will be awarded a BA (Hons) in Business English (International Route) degree and will be able to apply to UK universities for a business postgraduate degree.

Students achieving a 2nd class honours will be guaranteed entry to the University of Chichester MSc International Business programmes, with bursaries available for students achieving a 2:1 or above.

This degree integrates English language development and study skills and includes a project module to prepare for master’s level study.

The BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) has the following features:

Extensive language development and language support, to help you achieve the required English level for postgraduate studies or future employment in the UK
Friendly and supportive learning environment, with your own personal tutor to guide you through your studies
High quality teaching by skilled academics who are experts in their field, with real industry experience
Small class sizes, with workshop-based interactive activities to help develop your understanding and improve your English language
State-of-the-art learning facilities within a comfortable and attractive environment
Guaranteed admission to our postgraduate programmes for students achieving 2:2 or above
Bursaries available for our postgraduate business programmes for students who achieve a 2:1 or above

Our facilities

The BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) from the Business School at the University of Chichester capitalises on more than 10 years of specialist business and management education, and has the following features:

Delivered in the supportive learning environment that we take pride in offering our students. We have a track record of students significantly improving their academic performance during their studies with us;
No large classes, but workshop based, interactive and developmental activities in a small group learning environment;
State of the art learning facilities

Where this can take you

The programme focuses on developing academic and communication skills that are required to perform successfully at the postgraduate level. Students will develop their business knowledge, cultural awareness, language ability, and ability to conduct independent research projects.

The BA (Hons) Business English can be used to apply to business postgraduate degrees in any UK universities but also, under certain academic conditions, will provide students with a guaranteed admission to one of our following postgraduate degree programmes: MSc in International Business, MSc International Business and Finance, MSc International Business and Marketing. Students with a lower second class degree (2:2) earned in the BA (Hons) Business English are guaranteed admission to one of our postgraduate programmes. Students with at least an upper second class degree (2:1) earned in the BA (Hons) Business English are guaranteed admission to one of our postgraduate programme and will qualify for a bursary.

Course accreditations

Indicative modules

The learning focus of the BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) combines study skills, academic English, research skills, and business practice.

Semester 1

Academic English (I)

Business in Context

Business English

English for International Business Communication

Semester 2

Academic English (II)

Business English Project

Semester 1 (15 weeks) October start	Semester 2 (15 weeks)	International English and Academic Language Support
Induction
Business in Context (15 credits)	Business English Project (45 credits)
Business English (15 credits)
English for International Business Communication (15 credits)
Academic English (I) (15 credits)	Academic English (II) (15 credits)

The Business English project is designed to prepare students for the demands of a postgraduate dissertation. It includes a taught introduction to business research with independent research work.

International English Studies

Include International English Studies:

Teaching and assessment

With the University of Chichester BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) ‘Top-up’ you will:

Develop the academic and communication skills needed to perform successfully at postgraduate level or in a business role where English is required
Gain business knowledge and cultural awareness
Learn to conduct independent research projects

The assessment modes for the BA (Hons) Business English (International Route) take the following forms:

	BMI601 Business in Context	BMI603 Academic English 1	BMI605 International Business Communication	BMI609 Business English	BMI604 Academic English 2	BMI610 Business English Project
Semester	1	1	1	1	2	2
Credits	15	15	15	15	15	45
Assessment modes	Coursework 40% Examination 60%	Portfolio of written tasks 60% Group discussion 40%	Written leaflet 25% Oral presentation 35% Written report 40%	Poster presentation 40% Essay 60%	Essay 50% Examination 50%	Portfolio of tasks 100%

Additional Costs

Include Additional Costs:

Additional Costs

As a University of Chichester student you will be provided with many things to support you but there may be additional costs which you may encounter whilst studying. The information below will help you understand our provision and what else you need to budget for.

What you can expect from us

All of your teaching and assessments are included in your tuition fees, including, lectures/guest lectures and tutorials, seminars, laboratory sessions and specialist teaching facilities. You will also have access to a wide range of support and services:

• Materials for laboratory and field-based teaching activity;
• A range of student services – advisors, help desks, counsellors, placement support and careers service;
• The general Library services are free for students and our e-resources are available wherever you are. However, you may become liable for fines if you don't return items on time;
• Open access IT spaces, wi-fi across the campuses and in the halls of residence, AV equipment to borrow;
• Access to support from our Careers Service;
• Disability and additional learning support;
• The Language Centre to help you develop/improve foreign or English language skills;
• 24 hours a day security team.

Costs of living and other expenses you may need to consider:

• Accommodation and living costs;
• Text books (but do remember that our library is stocked with a large range of text books for all courses, as well as online resources such as industry journals, free of charge);
• General stationery and other supplies such as presentation materials;
• Photocopying and printing (note: a hard copy of each assessment to be submitted is required);
• The library is charged for the Inter Library Loans service - we pass this cost on directly to our customers;
• Travel to, from and between campuses (note that the U7 and Number 50 bus services offer a subsided travel rate);
• Gym membership: check out our student membership packages, sports events, varsity teams, information about our new facilities and more on the Sport webpages;
• Dance / Theatre passes – these provide discounted entry to a range of performances;
• Field Trips / Educational Visits – these are optional and do not have to be undertaken to complete the programme. Students make a contribution towards the cost (e.g. travel, sometimes accommodation);
• If you require a Diagnostic Assessment for a Specific Learning Difficulty such as Dyslexia, the University may be able to assist you arrange this. You will be required to pay for this assessment, although some financial assistance may be possible from the University Hardship Fund. Further information is available from the Disability and Dyslexia Service. For more information, please click here
• Graduation: It is free for the student to attend the ceremony itself. Graduands must wear academic dress. Academic dress, guest tickets and photography are additional costs payable by the student.

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