BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) runs at weekends at the Stratford campus in east London. It is the last stage of an honours award for people holding an HND or similar Level 5 business qualification, so you build on what you have rather than starting again. Saturday and Sunday classes can make sense if you are employed Monday to Friday or look after children during the week. The university's course information talks about developing leadership and management capability for the current business world, aimed at career changers and working professionals. Other timetables for this subject exist as separate pages, so make sure weekend attendance suits you. The next intake is December 2026. Any funding you used for earlier study may reduce your entitlement, so AF Education reviews this first and supports England-resident UK home students with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BA (Hons) (Top-Up)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekend
- Location
- At the Stratford campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- December 2026
- 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
- Arden University
- Partner pathway
- ARDEN
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
Standard top-up entry is a relevant HND or equivalent qualification whose prior learning matches the Level 5 knowledge and skills expected for the subject. You cannot start this top-up without Level 5 study behind you. AF Education confirms what applies to you.
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.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
Full-time weekend study is listed at Stratford 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 Arden University
About BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) — Weekend
This BA (Hons) Business Management Top-Up at Arden University is the weekend-timetable variant of the full-time final-stage management degree. It is listed for students who already meet top-up entry expectations and prefer condensed weekend teaching rather than weekday or evening blocks, which can be decisive if you work a standard Monday-to-Friday pattern.
According to existing details, the award aims to build modern leadership and management skills for today's business environment, supporting career changers and professionals who want an honours degree label without repeating earlier undergraduate years. Weekend scheduling can help people who work weekdays or share caring responsibilities during the working week.
Do not mix this course up with Arden's weekday, evening, or online part-time Business Management top-ups — the subject title is shared, but the schedule recorded against this course id is weekend. We keep the overview free of invented rankings, fees, and outcome promises.
If you are a UK home student comparing top-up options, AF Education can help you confirm whether weekend delivery is still running for your intake, check funding eligibility where Student Finance England may apply, and align your prior credits with the right Arden pathway. Compare related courses carefully so you apply to the award level, study mode, and timetable that match your prior learning and weekly commitments as a UK applicant.
How this course differs
This page is BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) at Arden University: Top-Up, no foundation year, Full Time (Weekend), at Stratford (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) this page | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Top-Up | No | Full Time · Weekend | Stratford (London) |
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Top-Up | No | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Stratford (London) |
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Top-Up | No | Full Time · Evening | Birmingham, Holborn (London), Leeds, Stratford (London) |
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Top-Up | No | Part Time · Online | Online |
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | Bath Spa University (Partner: PEN) | Top-Up | No | Full Time · Weekday | Hackney (London) |
| BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | University of Wolverhampton (Partner: UKMC) | Top-Up | No | Full Time · Weekday, Weekend, Evening | Derby, Salford (Manchester) |
BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up)
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Stratford
3 Westfield Ave, Stratford Cross, London, E20 1HZ
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Entry Requirements for Arden University (Top-up / RPL)
These entry requirements apply to Arden University Top-up degrees and recognition of prior learning (RPL) routes. All applicants must provide supporting evidence to enrol. Standard top-up entry A relevant HND or equivalent…
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…
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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 is Weekend (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.
Can I study only at weekends?
Yes. The schedule for this top-up is weekend study at Stratford in London.
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