Business (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Business keeps changing, and organisations need people who can adapt, solve problems and respond with confidence. With an integrated foundation year, this course gives you extra time to build your knowledge, skills and self-belief before moving on to degree-level study.

You’ll develop a broad understanding of how businesses work in domestic and international settings, while building confidence in the core areas that drive organisational success. From operations, marketing, accounting and finance to enterprise and digital tools, you’ll see how different business functions connect in the real world. Along the way, you’ll strengthen your academic skills and gain the practical grounding needed for the rest of your degree.

Whether you want to join an established organisation, keep your career options open, or explore your entrepreneurial side, this course gives you a strong start and a flexible route into the wider world of business.

Why choose Business with Foundation Year at NTU

* Top 20 in the UK for Business and Management — The Guardian University Guide 2026.

* Triple Crown accredited business school — Nottingham Business School is part of the 1% of business schools worldwide to hold EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB accreditation.

* Real work-like experience built in — every course includes at least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience to help you apply your learning in real-world scenarios.

* Graduate destinations that stand out — our graduates have gone on to organisations such as Aston Martin, ASOS, Fujitsu, Capital One Bank and NatWest, in roles including Operations Manager, Accountant, Recruitment Consultant, Account Manager and Marketing Specialist.