Business and Supply Chain Management with Foundation Year
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Business and Supply Chain Management with Foundation Year
Overview
In a post-Brexit and Covid era, supply chain management is in high demand. If you're ready to explore this exciting career path, but don't meet the entry requirements, have taken a break from study, or want extra support to get uni-ready, then this foundation year course is for you.
You'll study for one year through ICP, right here on campus. You'll get the knowledge and academic skills needed to take on a bachelor's degree, learning how to analyse information, do research, and improve your academic writing.
The skills you'll learn wil...
Overview
In a post-Brexit and Covid era, supply chain management is in high demand. If you're ready to explore this exciting career path, but don't meet the entry requirements, have taken a break from study, or want extra support to get uni-ready, then this foundation year course is for you.
You'll study for one year through ICP, right here on campus. You'll get the knowledge and academic skills needed to take on a bachelor's degree, learning how to analyse information, do research, and improve your academic writing.
The skills you'll learn will help you work in teams as well as on your own in culturally diverse workplaces. You'll develop your understanding of new workplaces and environments, and how to adapt to new environments.
When you've finished, you'll be ready to move onto the first year of BSc (Hons) Business and Supply Chain Management.
A guaranteed place
Once you’ve successfully completed your foundation year, you'll be ready to progress onto BSc (Hons) Business and Supply Chain Management with a guaranteed place.
Course highlights
• ICP is based on the University of Portsmouth campus so you'll have access to all facilities, support and societies
• When you finish your foundation year successfully, you get a guaranteed place on BSc (Hons) Business and Supply Chain Management
• Get used to how lectures, seminars and tutorials work, so you can move onto your degree ready for success
• Learn how to meet the demands of taking on a bachelor's degree at university.
Careers and opportunities
Supply chain management is needed everywhere and there's a great shortage of supply chain skills in the UK. You could work in retail, healthcare, manufacturing, shipping and freight, charities or the public sector - the choice is yours.
Pay is good; the average salary for all UK procurement and supply chain professionals is £49,743 (CIPS Salary Guide 2022) and there are many varied routes for career progression, including working overseas.
Why Choose University of Portsmouth During Clearing?
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls (terms and conditions apply), giving you added confidence as you plan your next steps. Full details can be found on the University of Portsmouth website.
By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one applic...
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls (terms and conditions apply), giving you added confidence as you plan your next steps. Full details can be found on the University of Portsmouth website.
By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one application support.
The Clearing Visit Day offers you the chance to experience Portsmouth’s welcoming campus and vibrant student community first-hand before you enrol. With guaranteed accommodation, you can feel reassured that you’ll be at the heart of university life from day one.
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2026-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
J9N5
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
0
32 tariff points at A level, or equivalent.
Scottish Higher
32
0
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
32
0
Pass the Access to HE Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
0
32 UCAS tariff points to include a Higher Level subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
32
0
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32
0
32 points to include a Higher Level subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
32
0
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
32
0
Scottish Advanced Higher
32
0
32 tariff points.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
32
0
Cambridge Pre-U to include a Principal Subject at M3.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
32
0
A level
32
0
32 tariff points at A level.
T Level
32
0
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
32
0
32 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £5,760 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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