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Bachelor of Business Administration (with Honours) - BBA (Hons)

Business Administration (with foundation year)

Coventry University

(4.2)
162 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Business Administration (with foundation year) course at Coventry University.

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UCAS Tariff

64

5 GCSEs at A-C/4-9 including Maths and English, and at least one A2 level or a BTEC equivalent qualification.

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Coventry University. These students are taking Business Administration (with foundation year) or another course from the same subject area.

Business studies
SubjectGrade
Business StudiesC
SociologyC
EconomicsD
PsychologyC
BiologyC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: NBDF

Here's what Coventry University says about its Business Administration (with foundation year) course.

Foundation Year Explore how logistics and supply chain theory is applied to real business contexts, with a focus on global operations, challenges and interconnectivity.

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from the Coventry University campus.

Degree This course examines key areas of business management and organisation, giving you the opportunity to learn about global issues concerning trade, logistics and supply chain management.

  • Study modules on strategy, logistics management and digital change within organisations, as well as foundational business subjects, including marketing, business analytics and human resources.

  • Focus on responsible management and sustainability throughout the programme.

  • Teaching methods include real-world case studies and industry-informed content to help keep modules relevant and aligned with current business practice.

Why you should study this course This course offers you the opportunity to:

  • become proficient in the key components of business administration, management, and organisation within a global context

  • explore and enhance your understanding of the core areas of business administration, including accounting, people management, data analytics, marketing, project management and strategic planning

  • study supply chain management in a global context to gain relevant knowledge and skills and enhance your employability

  • learn from experienced professionals about current business technologies and practices

  • explore a range of relevant and contemporary business concepts and technologies, such as disruptive technologies, data analytics, ideation and entrepreneurship.

Please see the Coventry University website for further details.

Source: Coventry University

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Business Administration (with foundation year) at Coventry University.

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6 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Business Administration (with Honours) - BBA (Hons)

Department

School of Management

Location

CU Coventry | Coventry

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Business studies

Start date

November 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£5,760 per year (provisional)
Scotland£5,760 per year (provisional)
Wales£5,760 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£5,760 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£5,760 per year (provisional)
Republic of Ireland£5,760 per year (provisional)

The modules you will study

Foundation Year The foundation year offers an introduction to your chosen subject and supports you to develop the skills required for degree-level study.

Business Communications Management Skills Marketing for Business Global Business

Year One This course has a common first year which enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn.

If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Common first year courses Business Management BA (Hons) International Business Management BSc (Hons) Enterprise and Entrepreneurship BA (Hons) Advertising and Digital Marketing BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business and Marketing BA (Hons) Event Management BA (Hons) Marketing BA (Hons) Sport Management BA (Hons)

Year One Modules People and Organisations - 30 Credits Marketing, Digital and Social Media - 30 Credits Analytics for Decision Making - 30 Credits Responsible Management, Sustainability and Entrepreneurship - 30 Credits

Year Two Modules Research and Insight - 30 Credits Data Driven Resource Management - 30 Credits Global Operations and Supply Chain - 30 Credits Exploring Strategy - 30 Credits

Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Whilst we would like to give you all the information about our placement/study abroad offering here, it is often tailored for each course every year and depends on the length of placement or study abroad opportunities that are secured. Therefore, the placement and study abroad arrangements vary per course and per student.

Final Year Design Thinking and Project Management - 30 Credits Applied Project - 30 Credits Digital Transformation - 30 Credits Global Logistics Management - 30 Credits

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

How you will be assessed

Foundation Year Assessment methods vary and may include practical class and project performance, written practical reports, project thesis, oral presentations, tutorial tasks and assessments which generally take place at the end of each six-week block.

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Coventry University student reviews

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Based on 162 reviews from Coventry University's students and alumni
5 star
54%
4 star
24%
3 star
14%
2 star
3%
1 star
4%
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3rd year

1 year ago

literally the biggest waste of time and money. all the good courses are full so good luck getting a place, all the arts courses are extremely underfunded and extremely politically charged. I've met multiple young people like me who have multiple jobs. wasted 36k, just get an apprenticeship

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5th or higher year student

1 year ago

The student union is active but they are not very accommodating

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Student Union

5th or higher year student

1 year ago

The campus life is amazing . There are alot of events and activities that can be done.

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University life

5th or higher year student

1 year ago

The cost of living is not that high as most of this area is filled with students but the university fee is high

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Finance

5th or higher year student

1 year ago

I recieved a lot of help from my lectures in the beginning and till now as they try to accommodate you as best as they can.

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Support

5th or higher year student

1 year ago

The facilities are amazing. The classes are well equipped and the library and hub is amazing.

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Facilities

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Coventry University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Coventry University students who took the Business Administration (with foundation year) course - or another course in the same subject area.

Business studies

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

89%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

91%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

89%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

88%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

93%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

88%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

88%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

84%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

94%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

89%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

88%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

87%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

92%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

84%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

90%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

90%

high

How well organised is your course?

89%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

86%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

93%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

91%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

86%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

91%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

88%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

85%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

94%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

86%

med

Student information

See who's studying at Coventry University. These students are taking Business Administration (with foundation year) or another course from the same subject area.

Business studies
Mode of study
Full-time96%Part-time4%
Gender ratio
Female36%Male64%
Where students come from
International40%UK60%
Student performance
2:1 or above66%
Number of students815
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about Coventry University graduates who took Business Administration (with foundation year) - or another course in the same subject area.

Business studies

Graduate statistics

55%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

79%

In work, study or other activity

70%

Say it fits with future plans

45%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

25%

Business and public service associate professionals

20%

Administrative occupations

10%

Managers, directors and senior officials

5%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Coventry University graduates who took Business Administration (with foundation year) - or another course in the same subject area.

Business and management

Earnings

£25.2k

First year after graduation

£28.1k

Third year after graduation

£32.5k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Business Administration (with foundation year).

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research.

Our students benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and facilities in all academic disciplines including health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. We have been chosen to host three national Centres of Excellence in Teaching and Learning which has enabled us to invest substantial sums of money in health, design and mathematics.

Our city-centre campus is continually developing and evolving, and we have plans for further investment in it over the next few years. We are a major presence in Coventry, which contributes to the city's friendly and vibrant atmosphere and also enables us to foster successful business partnerships.

Through our links with leading-edge businesses and organisations in the public and voluntary sectors, our students are able to access project and placement opportunities that enhance their employability on graduation.

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