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Business degrees with real industry experience

£6,000 Cost of Living Support

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Lead, innovate and succeed

Business is at the heart of every industry, creating opportunities for leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators to make an impact in organisations around the world.

Whether you choose Business Management or Business Enterprise, you'll develop practical skills in leadership, strategy, marketing, finance and problem-solving while gaining valuable real-world experience through employer projects and industry-focused learning.

You'll benefit from strong links with employers, opportunities for placements and networking, and access to our Enterprise Hub, helping you build the confidence and professional skills needed to succeed. Graduate with the knowledge, practical experience and professional confidence needed to begin a successful business career.

Eligible UK full-time undergraduate students can also receive up to £6,000 financial support while they study.

Visit our Clearing Open Day

Join us at our Clearing Open Day on Saturday 15 August 2026.

Explore our campus, facilities and accommodation, meet lecturers and current students, and get advice on your Clearing options.

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Explore our business degrees

Our business degrees combine practical learning, employer engagement and professional development to prepare you for a wide range of careers across the business world. Explore our courses below and apply online to see if we can make you an offer.

Business Management BA (Hons) / FdA

Want to forge a flourishing career in the competitive world of business? This CMI-accredited degree course will give you a sound grounding in everything from business management and analytics to marketing, finance and supply chain, with the option of a 48-week paid placement.

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Business Enterprise BA (Hons) / FdA

Dream of being your own boss? If you aspire to set up your own company or advance in management positions throughout the enterprising service sector, this course will provide you with the core knowledge and skills to thrive in business.

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Ready to study business at UCB?

Our courses are now available through Clearing. Our Admissions team can support you through the Clearing process. Call us, message us, request a callback, check whether you meet the entry requirements or apply online. You choose the route that works for you.

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Skip the talking and submit your application. Our team will review the information you shared and confirm that you meet the requirements for the course you choose.

You will then receive an offer and can secure your place to join us in September.

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Clearing Hotline

Call our Admissions team at 0121 604 1040, ask questions, apply and get a verbal offer.

Prefer texting? Send us a message on WhatsApp or use the live chat on this page to get in touch.

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Early Offer

Want to know whether you meet the entry requirements, but aren't ready to make a decision yet?

Submit your details, and we will get back to you shortly with an early offer.

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Prefer to get in touch at your own time and pace? Ask questions or request a callback, and let us know how we can help.

We have already answered some common questions in our FAQs section.

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£6k Cost of Living Allowance

At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 with £6,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport - completely free, with no need to pay it back.

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Why study business at UCB?
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Living in Birmingham

Top for student satisfaction  

Not only did UCB come third in the UK for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2026, our business and management courses ranked 3rd in the UK and best regionally, with 98% of students agreeing our teaching staff are good at explaining things. We're also the top-scoring university in the UK for academic support within this subject area.

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We're serious about placements

We don't just talk about getting you career-ready, we make it happen. We are one of the UK's largest placement providers and our business courses feature an optional 48-week placement to build your experience. Most are paid too, helping you balance a degree with the cost of living. 

Placement stories

Business school expertise

Learn from lecturers with industry knowledge and professional experience. You will also get real industry experience through employer projects, business challenges and practical learning in outstanding facilities, with £300 million invested in them.

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£6,000 to help fund your studies

University is about chasing your goals, not worrying about your finances. That's why eligible UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 will receive £6,000 to help cover living costs and you don't have to pay it back. You can spend less time thinking about money and more time making the most of your experience.

£6k Cost of Living Allowance

Help with creating your own business

At our Enterprise Hub, we support helping students develop business ideas and entrepreneurial skills. We helped the likes of James Whiting MBE set up in business and today, he runs the multi-million pound Skinny Food Co. brand.

Enterprise Hub

A city that has it all

Study in Birmingham, one of the UK's most exciting cities. With nearly 40% of the population under 25, there's always something happening, from amazing food spots and shopping to live music, festivals, sport and nightlife. Plus, with London less than 90 minutes away by train and opportunities from leading employers across the city, Birmingham is the perfect place to study, explore and kick-start your future.

Being in Birmingham

"My highlights are the field trips, including one to award-winning creative agency DRPG. I also like that we can specialise with optional modules such as exploring e-commerce to freelancing and financial strategy. I’ve had lots of support from my lecturers." 

Indiya Daley Business Enterprise FdA

“Going back to uni aged 33 and building a business, I want to share those stories with young people. I'm working on building a hub to offer a framework for young people to learn the skills of money management, entrepreneurship and positive relationships.”

Jen Ellin Business Enterprise BA (Hons)

Community and support

Our diverse and inclusive community will help you build friendships, discover new interests and make the most of university life.

You'll also have access to award-winning support throughout your studies, from academic skills and careers guidance to health, wellbeing and disability support. Whatever your goals, we're here to help you succeed.

Visit our Clearing open day

Join us at our Clearing Open Day on Saturday 15 August 2026 to explore our campus, facilities and accommodation, meet lecturers and current students, and get advice on your Clearing options.

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