Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
University for the Creative Arts · Farnham
BA (Hons) Business and Management
A business degree taught in a creative-industries setting, covering branding, strategy, finance, supply chain and data skills, with live industry briefs. Instead of a dissertation, the final year is a self-directed project such as a brand campaign or startup pitch. Offered at Canterbury, Epsom and Farnham. An optional Integrated Foundation Year and a placement year are available.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 112 UCAS tariff points, or Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, or BTEC Extended Diploma DMM, or Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Grades BBC in Sri Lankan A-levels, or a recognised UK International Foundation course, or Year 1 of a bachelor's degree at a recognised institution with at least 60%; Integrated Foundation Year needs five O-levels at grade C
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in any section
- English alternatives
- Grade C in O-level English or A-level English Language/Literature accepted for degree entry
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University for the Creative Arts.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on uca.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University for the Creative Arts before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.