Foundation Programme in Business and Social Science BSc (Hons)
Aston University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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SEP-25

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5 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**Successful graduation from our foundation programme paves the way to a degree programme at the College of Business and Social Sciences.****Course description** The course offers a progression route and a way to gain direct entry to our undergraduate degrees in the College of Business and Social Sciences.As well as developing your subject-specific knowledge it will build on your key skills, such as teamworking and leadership to start you on your path towards your future career.You will study ...Read more


Successful graduation from our foundation programme paves the way to a degree programme at the College of Business and Social Sciences.


Course description

The course offers a progression route and a way to gain direct entry to our undergraduate degrees in the College of Business and Social Sciences.As well as developing your subject-specific knowledge it will build on your key skills, such as teamworking and leadership to start you on your path towards your future career.You will study core content but also have the opportunity, to choose from optional modules. This way you can make sure your foundation course is tailored to your interests and the path to your chosen degree.You will also have the opportunity to conduct your own research project.


Key course benefits

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Recognised for quality

– Aston Business School is proud to be among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation-


Broaden your perspective

– Sample a number of different business and social science subjects and find where your passion lies-


Gold standard teaching

– Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)-


Development opportunities

– Opportunity to progress onto an undergraduate degree programme-


Broaden your perspective

– Sample a number of different business and social science subjects and find where your passion lies-


Safe in our hands

– An excellent introduction to studying your chosen subject


Course details


Modules

For more information on this course and a full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/foundation-programme-business-and-social-science-fdsc


Assessment method

For more information on the methods of assessment on this course, visit the course page: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/foundation-programme-business-and-social-science-fdsc

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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77/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
25th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
What students say
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Lucrèce
07 Mar 23

The campus is right in the city center, well-equiped, nice, comfortable and modern. The classes are really interesting. I am disappointed that Aston library has many books..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

27 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

27 points overall in the IB diploma with grades 4,4,4 in 3 higher level subjects.

The University also accepts the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate/BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and BTEC Level 3 National Diploma/BTEC Level 3 Diploma for entry onto degree programmes, provided that they are studied in combination with other qualifications that are equivalent to three full A2 Levels.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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Lucrèce
07 Mar 23
The campus is right in the city center, well-equiped, nice, comfortable and modern. The classes are really interesting. I am disappointed that Aston library has many books...
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