This innovative pathway allows students to begin their UK degree from home, reduce living costs in the first two years, and then complete both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree through a structured transition to on-campus learning.
Years 1 & 2 – Study From Home (Online/Blended Delivery)
Students enrol directly onto Year 1 of the BSc (Hons) International Business & Entrepreneurship offered by Albion Business School. Instead of relocating immediately, they complete the first two years online or via blended delivery, gaining the same modules, academic content and assessments as on-campus students.
What Students Study
| Year 1 – Semester 1 | Year 1 – Semester 2 |
| Principles of Marketing | Understanding People and Organisations |
| Principles to Business Finance | Developing the Entrepreneurial Mindset |
| Fundamentals of the Global Business Environment | Principles of Operations Management |
| Critical Thinking and Communication Skills | Principles of Business Analytics |
| Year 2 – Semester 1 | Year 2 – Semester 2 |
| Marketing Management | Strategic Human Resource Management |
| Accounting and Finance for Managers | Business Operations Excellence |
| Planning your Business Project | Personal and Professional Skills |
| International Businesses and Emerging Market Economies | Fundamentals of Business Strategy |
UK University Application Support
During Year 2, we will support you in identifying the university and degree programme that best aligns with your goals. Course leaders and university representatives will deliver online information sessions with dedicated Q&A, ensuring you have all the guidance and one-to-one support you need to make an informed decision.
Benefits of Studying the First Two Years at Home
✓ Lower living costs
✓ Ability to combine study with work or family responsibilities
✓ Same degree status as full-time UK on-campus BSc students
✓ Flexible, accessible learning supported by British faculty
✓ Smooth transition into UK higher education before relocation
Year 3 – Complete the Degree On Campus in the UK
In the third year, students relocate to study on campus and complete the final, advanced stage of the degree at a UK university. This year focuses on strategic, applied, and project-based learning.
Year 3 Sample Universities and Courses
| University | Degrees / Programmes (Business‑related) |
|---|---|
| Birkbeck, University of London | BSc Business; BSc Business and Human Resource Management |
| Goldsmiths, University of London | BA (Hons) Economics and Business; BSc (Hons) Management and Entrepreneurship |
| Manchester Metropolitan University | BA (Hons) Business Management; BA (Hons) International Business Management |
| Middlesex University | BA (Hons) Business Management; BSc (Hons) Business Accounting |
| Royal Agricultural University | BA (Hons) Agricultural Business Management; BA (Hons) Business Management |
| St Mary’s University, Twickenham | BA (Hons) Business Management; BA (Hons) Business Law |
| University of Buckingham | BSc (Hons) Business and Management; BSc (Hons) Business Enterprise |
| University of Derby | BA (Hons) Business Management; BA (Hons) International Business |
| University of East London | BSc (Hons) Business Management; BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems |
| University of Greenwich | BA (Hons) Business Management; BA (Hons) International Business |
| University of Portsmouth | BA (Hons) Entrepreneurship and Business; BSc (Hons) Business and Supply Chain Management |
| University of Roehampton | BSc (Hons) Business Management; BSc (Hons) Business and Management with Entrepreneurship |
| University of Ulster | BSc (Hons) Global Business; BSc (Hons) Business Studies |
Employment in the UK:
International students on a student visa can typically work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during official vacation periods. We can support students with their CV and applying for work in the UK. We have relationships with both employers and agents who are active in employing students. Typically a student who is 18–20 years old will earn at least £14,000–£24,000 gross/year.
Outcome:
🎓 Students graduate with a full British undergraduate degree.
Year 4 – Complete a One-Year On-Campus Master’s Degree
After finishing the BSc, students progress onto a one-year master’s degree at a UK university. Possible Master’s pathways include:
- MSc International Business Management
- MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- MSc Digital Marketing
- MSc Global Finance
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- MSc Project Management
- MSc Data Analytics for Business
Students complete the full postgraduate degree on campus, gaining advanced skills and a competitive global qualification.
Final Outcome:
🎓 BSc + MSc in 4 years total
A full British bachelor’s degree and a full British master’s degree, completed through a flexible, cost-efficient route.
Graduate visa:
A Graduate visa gives you permission to stay in the UK for 18 months after successfully completing an eligible course in the UK. You cannot extend your Graduate visa. However, you may be able to switch to a different visa, for example a Skilled Worker visa.
Why This Model Works Well
- Reduces financial barriers while expanding access to British higher education
- Blended delivery ensures academic continuity from home to campus
- Smooth transition into the UK system before postgraduate-level study
- Enables students to complete both BSc + MSc qualifications in just 4 years
- Strong appeal for international students, working professionals, and families
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