Planning and launching a new venture comes first on the BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship Top Up, followed by strategic analysis for decisions that build competitive advantage. It is a one-year final stage for people who have finished a two-year Foundation Degree in business and management or an HND and now want a full honours degree. The notes also describe work-based experience in a business of your choice, plus topics on sustainability and digital business in the modern workplace. Weekday study is listed in London, with a January 2027 intake. Compare this with the Level 5 year-2 business and entrepreneurship page at Aldgate if you hold Level 4 credit only. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BA (Hons) (Top-Up)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the London campus
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Top-up
- Yes — final-year (typically Level 6) route for holders of a relevant HND, Foundation Degree, Level 5 award or equivalent credit
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- The University of Sunderland
- Partner pathway
- PEN
Who this course is for
This suits people with an HND, foundation degree or other Level 5 qualification who want to finish a bachelor’s degree in this subject.
Entry routes for mature students
Entry normally needs a relevant HND, Foundation Degree or Level 5 qualification, or equivalent credit. You cannot start this top-up without Level 5 study behind you. AF Education confirms the exact requirements before you apply.
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. If you used student finance for earlier study, that can affect what you can borrow, so we check your position first.
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How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed in London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. Completing the top-up gives you a full bachelor’s degree, which can support progress in related roles or further study.
Course overview from The University of Sunderland
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship (Top-Up) gives you the opportunity to study a range of topics focused on managing modern businesses and entrepreneurship. This one-year top-up programme is designed to help you unlock your potential to innovate and create, whether in your current job or by starting your own business.
Our course is designed for students who have completed a 2-year foundation degree in Business and Management or a Higher National Diploma (HND), and want to gain a full undergraduate degree. You’ll begin by learning about business planning and how to launch new ventures. Later, you’ll focus on using strategic analysis to make decisions that create value and a competitive advantage. You’ll also gain work-based experience in a business of your choice.
Accreditations and approvals
- Course content has been carefully designed with students and employers to enhance your employability.
- Every module has a link to industry so that you can apply your learning in authentic business scenarios.
- Cutting-edge topics are covered such as issues around sustainability in business and digital aspects of business in the 21st century workplace.
- Our Business and Management courses are 6th in the UK for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025).
- We're proud to be University of the Year for Student Support (Daily Mail University Guide 2025).
BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship
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London
4 Harbour Exchange Square, London E14 9GE
View on Google mapsUpcoming intake Jan 2027
Campus locations on the map
Entry requirements (Top-up)
Entry normally needs a relevant HND, Foundation Degree or Level 5 qualification (or equivalent credit). AF Education will confirm the exact requirements with The University of Sunderland before you apply.
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
What do I need to apply for the top-up?
A relevant HND, Foundation Degree or Level 5 qualification, or equivalent credit.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule on record is Weekday (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
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.
Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?
No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.
Register your interest
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