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FdA Business and Innovation

Arden University

This FdA Business and Innovation is a two-year Level 5 qualification built around one campus day a week: eight hours of timetabled classes in person at your chosen centre, leaving the rest of the week free for work or other responsibilities. Modules build a base in finance, digital marketing, innovation and people management, alongside units that develop academic confidence and career planning. It can help you move up in your current role, start your own business or continue towards a full undergraduate degree. Centres are in Birmingham, Leeds, London (Ealing, Holborn and Stratford), Manchester, Newcastle and Nottingham. AF Education gives UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.

Key facts

Award / level
FdA
Study mode
Full time
Schedule options
Weekday
Location
Upcoming intake
December 2026
Foundation year
Not included in this course title
Awarding university
Arden University
Partner pathway
ARDEN

Who this course is for

This suits working adults who want a business qualification without giving up their job, and people planning to start or grow a business.

Entry routes for mature students

Standard entry is two A-levels or equivalent plus three GCSEs at grade C or above. If you don’t meet that, you may be considered with at least two years’ professional work experience, evidenced with a CV and reference.

Funding with Student Finance England

AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.

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How often you study

You attend eight hours of timetabled classes in person one day a week at your chosen campus. That single campus day is designed to free up the rest of your week.

Career and progression

The FdA is designed to help you move up in your current role or start your own business, and you can continue on to a full undergraduate degree, subject to entry requirements. AF Education does not guarantee jobs.

Course overview from Arden University

Arden University’s FdA Business and Innovation foundation degree equips you with the core knowledge and real-world skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-moving business world. This two-year Level 5 qualification builds a strong base in areas like finance, digital marketing, innovation, and people management—giving you the tools to make a real impact from day one.

Whether you want to move up in your current role, start your own business, or continue on to a full undergraduate degree, this course is designed to help you plan, achieve, and accelerate your next step.

You’ll also benefit from modules designed to boost your academic confidence and career development—ensuring you’re ready to succeed at university and in your career.

You’ll attend eight hours of timetabled classes in person one day per week at your chosen Arden campus—designed to free up the rest of your week for work or other responsibilities.

How this course differs

This page is FdA Business and Innovation at Arden University: FdA, no foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Stratford (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.

CourseUniversityLevelFoundation yearModeCampus
FdA Business and Innovation this page Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) FdA No Full Time · Weekday Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Stratford (London)
FdA Business and Innovation Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) FdA No Full Time · Evening Stratford (London)
FdA Business and Innovation Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) FdA No Full Time · Weekend Stratford (London)

FdA Business and Innovation is available at Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham. Campus details and map links are below.

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Entry Requirements for Arden University (Foundation Degree / CertHE, Level 4)

These entry requirements apply to Arden University foundation degrees (FdA / FdSc) and the CertHE, which start at Level 4 (not Foundation Year, Level 5 entry or Top-up). All applicants must provide…

English Language Requirements for Arden University

Arden University needs evidence that your English is at the right level for the course. You can meet this through recent study in English or an accepted English test. Qualifications studied in…

Interview Process

Arden University interviews are held online on Microsoft Teams. They are a short conversation about your course choice and how you meet the entry route — not a formal exam. Before the…

See the full entry, English language and interview requirements for Arden University →

How AF Education helps

AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.

FAQs about this course

How many days a week is the FdA?

One day a week, with eight hours of timetabled classes in person at your chosen campus.

How long is the course?

It is described as a two-year Level 5 qualification.

Can I continue to a full degree?

Yes. The FdA is designed to help you continue on to a full undergraduate degree, subject to entry requirements.

Can I apply without A-levels?

You may be considered with at least two years’ professional work experience, evidenced with a CV and reference.

Can I get Student Finance England for this course?

AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.

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Required Documents to Apply to this Course

  • Proof of ID Required

    Valid passport or national ID document.

  • Proof of Address Required

    Recent bill or bank statement showing address.

  • CV Required

    Updated CV with education and experience.

  • Personal Statement If available

    Personal statement for the application.

  • Immigration Share Code If available

    UKVI share code for immigration status checks.

  • Academic Qualification If available

    Certificates and transcripts of academic qualifications.

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