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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Business and Finance
University of the West of Scotland
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Business and Finance course at University of the West of Scotland.
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Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £1,820 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £15,500 per year (provisional) |
| International | £15,500 per year (provisional) |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: N1N3
Here's what University of the West of Scotland says about its Business and Finance course.
Course Overview
Developed in partnership with industry experts, employers and professional associations, this programme will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive impact in business and financial professions.
And thanks to our connections with industry experts and professionals, this programme’s teaching and assessments are designed to equip you with the practical experience to tackle the challenges faced by businesses today.
Programme Highlights
Developed in partnership with industry leaders, this programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge sought after by employers.
You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of business management and finance – giving you a competitive edge in the graduate employment market.
The programme’s focus on real-world issues will ensure you’re ready to tackle the challenges and demands faced by modern businesses.
As a BA Business & Finance graduate you can gain a part-exemption from professional accountancy exams - saving you time and money.
Programme Details
With highly qualified academic staff, regular guest lectures from industry experts and much more, the BA Business & Finance programme will provide you with the specialist and transferable skills essential to establishing a successful career in your chosen field.
And with advice on career support and professional accreditation on hand, this programme will ensure you put your best foot forward when you step into graduate life.
Careers
From entrepreneurship and digital marketing to big data and social media, our BA Business & Finance programme allows you to tailor your degree to the topics that are linked to your future career aspirations.
Source: University of the West of Scotland
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Business and Creative Industries
Location
Paisley Campus | Paisley
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Business computing
Start date
7 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Year 1:
In year 1 you will complete modules on financial and management accounting, marketing, human resource management, economics and management. Optional modules from the School of Business, and language options can also be selected.
Year 2:
In year 2 you will develop your financial and management accounting experience and introduces specialised areas such as financial management and business law. You can choose several modules from areas of business and management that interest you, or continue to learn a language.
Year 3:
In year 3 you will begin to develop in-depth knowledge and experience of financial management and accounting, alongside modules in taxation and banking, providing excellent practical and theoretical knowledge. A range of business options may be selected along with more advanced options.
Year 4:
In year 4 you will complete a research dissertation of your choice alongside your continued study of business and contemporary issues in finance. Modules include Enterprise Risk Management, Personal Finance, and a number of advanced business modules.
How you will be assessed
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops.?
You will also have the opportunity to take part in?group work and independent learning to develop?your?transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication and working as part of a team.?
Our Business?degree?is?assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:?
Written examinations?
Coursework?
Practical assessment
University of the West of Scotland student reviews
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1st year student
I haven't been to the union yet but from what I've seen it seems good but we still need more events and activities for Ayr campus.
2 years ago
1st year student
There are some good opportunities, but it would be nice if we had more activities to do available to us.
2 years ago
1st year student
The financial support is helpful enough for students considering the fees are all paid for and there is a possibility for extra money which depends on your household income.
2 years ago
1st year student
The support is good enough we usually get things resolved quite quickly.
2 years ago
1st year student
Most of the computers work well. The library is easy to access. The classes have enough space. The equipment we need is available to us most of the time.
2 years ago
1st year student
We have enough time to complete Assessment and tasks. A lot of group work which makes it easier to get things done rather than working alone. The lecturers are nice and approachable. The course is interesting and we learn a lot.
2 years ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of the West of Scotland
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 University of the West of Scotland students who took the Business and Finance course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
92%
high
Teaching on my course
92%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
91%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
99%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
92%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
88%
high
Learning opportunities
86%
high
Learning opportunities
86%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
91%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
91%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
high
Assessment and feedback
89%
high
Assessment and feedback
89%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
94%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
88%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
83%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
94%
high
Academic support
92%
high
Academic support
92%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
94%
high
Organisation and management
81%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
87%
high
How well organised is your course?
76%
med
Learning resources
78%
low
Learning resources
78%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
71%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
78%
low
Student voice
84%
high
Student voice
84%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
76%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
90%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
87%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
77%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of the West of Scotland. These students are taking Business and Finance or another course from the same subject area.
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Business and Finance at University of the West of Scotland.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of the West of Scotland graduates who took Business and Finance - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£25.2k
Third year after graduation
£27.7k
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 and Finance.
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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