The business world is increasingly internationally-focused. This part-time degree will equip candidate with a wide range of skills to begin a successful career in the world of international business management, or help candidate to progress candidate's existing career further.

Areas of study
Marketing
Management
Finance
Law
Human resources
This means candidate will graduate with a wide set of skills applicable to many different areas of business. What’s more, this course is part-time and has two flexible delivery methods (see below), enabling candidate to continue with work and other commitments while studying towards candidate's degree.

Entry Requirements

The course is made up of three stages; Certificate (C), Intermediate (I) and Honours (H). Depending on candidate's qualifications and experience, candidate may join us at different stages of the course.

Stage 1 (Level C): 1 X A-level or equivalent in capability and experience.

Stage 2 (Level I): subject-related HNC or equivalent.

Stage 3 (Level H to 'top-up' to a full Honours degree): FdA or subject-related HND/HNC or equivalent. See the separate Top-up course profile for more details on this option.

Overseas equivalent qualifications are also considered, please see the International students tab for further details.

All applications are considered individually and an appropriate entry point will be confirmed shortly after submission of a full application and accompanying papers.

GCSEs
This course requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A* to C, including Maths and English or appropriate Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

Numeracy and literacy
We need to be sure that candidates can express themselves in written English and have basic numeracy skills. We look at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework which includes GCSEs and Key Skills Level 2. If candidate do not have formal qualifications to this level or have alternatives, we may still be able to consider candidate's application – please contact the askBU Enquiry Service to find out more.

Other qualifications
We have outlined below other qualifications that we consider for this course. If candidate are studying a qualification that is not listed, please contact our askBU Enquiry Service – it may be that we can still consider it.

Cambridge Pre-U Diploma
We welcome applicants studying the Cambridge Pre-U Diploma or a combination of Pre-U subjects and A-levels.

Scottish Qualifications
Scottish Advanced Highers, Scottish Highers and other Scottish qualifications are all welcomed and are considered on an individual basis.

Welsh Baccalaureate
The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma is welcomed alongside A-levels or equivalent, to meet the overall course tariff.

International Students

Appropriate entry requirements include:

International Foundation Year - see the Bournemouth University International Foundation Certificate (BUIFC)
High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK
International or European Baccalaureate
Junior College Diploma
English Language Requirements
If English is not candidate's first language, candidate will need to provide evidence that candidate can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements, for this course are normally a minimum of one of the below:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
We accept a range of recognised English Language qualifications for entry. These tests are amongst the language tests published and regularly updated by UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student Visa purpose. Please contact our International Admissions Team if candidate are not sure if candidate's English language qualification is accepted for entry by BU.

If candidate have alternative evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. candidate have a different English language qualification, candidate received the majority of candidate's education through the medium of English, or candidate have a degree in English language/literature), please indicate this on candidate's application form.

Other Fees

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The business world is increasingly internationally-focused. This part-time Top-up courses enables candidate to top up candidate's previous study or experience to a BA (Hons) in International Business & Management degree.

The Top-up degree is equivalent to the final year of a full-time Honours degree. As this course is delivered part- time, it will take candidate approximately 18 months to complete. This course utilises candidate's previous experience and education in the field of Business and Management and adds a global perspective.

Areas of study:

Marketing
Management
Finance
Law
Human resources

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for this Top-up degree are the successful completion of a HND or a Foundation degree in a related subject area or equivalent. A mix of academic qualifications and work experience in a business related field will also be considered.

Overseas equivalent qualifications are also considered, please see the International students tab for further details.

All applications are considered individually. If candidate's application suggests candidate do not have the relevant qualifications and skills for this top-up degree but could enter the course at a different level, we will advise candidate of this during the application process.

GCSEs
This course requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A* to C, including Maths and English or appropriate Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

Numeracy and literacy
We need to be sure that candidate can express themselves in written English and have basic numeracy skills. We look at Level 2 of the National Qualifications

Framework which includes GCSEs and Key Skills Level 2. If candidate do not have formal qualifications to this level or have alternatives, we may still be able to consider candidate's application – please contact the ask BU Enquiry Service to find out more.

Other qualifications
We have outlined below other qualifications that we consider for this course.

If candidate are studying a qualification that is not listed, please contact our

ask BU Enquiry Service – it may be that we can still consider it.

Cambridge Pre-U Diploma
We welcome applicants studying the Cambridge Pre-U Diploma or a combination of Pre-U subjects and A-levels.

Scottish Qualifications
Scottish Advanced Highers, Scottish Highers and other Scottish qualifications are all welcomed and are considered on an individual basis.

Welsh Baccalaureate
The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma is welcomed alongside A-levels or equivalent, to meet the overall course tariff.

International Students

Appropriate entry requirements include:

International Foundation Year - see the Bournemouth University International Foundation Certificate (BUIFC)
High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK
International or European Baccalaureate Junior College Diploma English Language Requirements
If English is not candidate's first language, candidate will need to provide evidence that candidate can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements, for this course are normally a minimum of one of the below:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
We accept a range of recognised English Language qualifications for entry.

These tests are amongst the language tests published and regularly updated by UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student Visa purpose. Please contact our International Admissions Team if candidate are not sure if candidate's English language qualification is accepted for entry by BU.

If candidate have alternative evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. candidate have a different English language qualification, candidate received the majority of candidate's education through the medium of English, or candidate have a degree in English language/literature), please indicate this
on candidate's application form.

Other Fees

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The intellectual tools and techniques to explore and develop candidate's own teaching practice; Access to recognised experts in learning and teaching, key industry figures, leading industry practitioners and academic experts
The support of a personal tutor with whom candidate will negotiate candidate's assignments, giving candidate the freedom to explore topics of candidate's choosing through a variety of different media
A community that connects candidate with other media teachers in order to share good practice and work collaboratively to address common problems around delivery and assessment;
The understanding and confidence to take a lead in identifying, implementing, and communicating solutions to current problems and significant future challenges.
Where could this lead to?
This course will help graduates to become a critical, knowledgeable and responsible leader of creative and media education, capable of initiating, developing and embedding new understandings and techniques in the classroom.

Who should do this course?
We are looking for participants who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in one or more of these disciplines: Television, Film, Interactive Media, Music, Radio, Advertising, Publishing, Photo Imaging, Computer Games, Animation, 2D Visual Art, 3D Visual Art, and Graphic Design
We seek to recruit students who have the following profile:

An undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience
A minimum of two years’ experience of teaching media
Are working as a teacher or lecturer, or in a relevant educational support or development role

Entry Requirements

We are looking for teachers, college lecturers, and others in relevant educational support and development roles, who wish to develop their knowledge and skills.
Preferred Subjects
2D Visual Art; Advertising; 3D Visual Art; Computer Games; Radio; Music; Graphic Design; Photo Imaging; Interactive Media; Film; Animation; Publishing; Television; Media Communications

International Students

Appropriate entry requirements include:

International Foundation Year - see the Bournemouth University International Foundation Certificate (BUIFC)
High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK
International or European Baccalaureate Junior College Diploma English Language Requirements
If English is not candidate's first language, candidate will need to provide evidence that candidate can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements, for this course are normally a minimum of one of the below:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
We accept a range of recognised English Language qualifications for entry.

These tests are amongst the language tests published and regularly updated by UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student Visa purpose. Please contact our International Admissions Team if candidate are not sure if candidate's English language qualification is accepted for entry by BU.

If candidate have alternative evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. candidate have a different English language qualification, candidate received the majority of candidate's education through the medium of English, or candidate have a degree in English language/literature), please indicate this
on candidate's application form.

Other Fees

Notes

This course requires three day residentials each term involving master classes with leading figures from the creative industries.

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What does this course offer?
Taught by academic staff who are all professional working writers, with wide-ranging industry credits
Combines four on-campus ‘Residentials’ with four ‘Writing Periods’ in-between, guided by distance-learning seminars and tuition with support from candidate's tutors and interaction with candidate's fellow students on a dedicated website
The intensive learning periods focus on scriptwriting craft, scriptwriting theory along with an awareness of industry practice
Accredited by Skillset.
Where could this lead to?
Our graduates have gone on to find a range of career opportunities open to them, such as:

Working for Aardman Animation
Writing for Emmerdale, Doctors, Crossroads and similar TV programmes
Working as a script editor
Writing for the stage
Writing online drama
Producing prize winning short films
Producing feature films
A BAFTA win (Myles McLeod 2012)
Who should do this course?
The course is designed for writers, members of the media industry and other suitable professions, or for those seeking such careers.
The normal requirement is an honours degree or comparable qualification, but appropriate experience is taken into account and all applications are treated on an individual basis.
Candidate will be asked to submit examples of candidate's writing work (eg. a 10-15mins script), along with candidate's application form which best reflect candidate's creative voice.

Entry Requirements

The normal requirements for embarking upon a postgraduate taught degree are:

A good Bachelors Honours degree, 2:1 or above or equivalent.
For applicants for whom English is not their first language, there is a requirement of IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall or equivalent with 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in all other components. For more information please see International Students under Entry Requirements.
If candidate lack the formal academic qualifications needed to enter a postgraduate or post-experience degree, there are several alternative routes to follow - some based on experience.

International Students

Appropriate entry requirements include:

International Foundation Year - see the Bournemouth University International Foundation Certificate (BUIFC)
High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK
International or European Baccalaureate Junior College Diploma English Language Requirements
If English is not candidate's first language, candidate will need to provide evidence that candidate can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements, for this course are normally a minimum of one of the below:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
We accept a range of recognised English Language qualifications for entry.

These tests are amongst the language tests published and regularly updated by UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student Visa purpose. Please contact our International Admissions Team if candidate are not sure if candidate's English language qualification is accepted for entry by BU.

If candidate have alternative evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. candidate have a different English language qualification, candidate received the majority of candidate's education through the medium of English, or candidate have a degree in English language/literature), please indicate this
on candidate's application form.

Other Fees

Notes

This course requires on campus study of 20 days during the entire two-year course in a total of four residential periods.

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This course, is validated by Bournemouth University and delivered at Met Film School, consists of a series of units led by experienced filmmaking practitioners. The course enables candidate to complete a portfolio of six short films, plus a Master’s research or production project accompanied by an exhibition.

The course is divided into eight units;

Drama Production
Production for the Small Screen
Feature Film Production
Documentary Practice
Thinking Beyond: Experimental Film Conception & Creation
Working with Genre
The final Master’s research or production project
Followed by a compulsory exhibition.
The course enables candidate to develop a theoretical framework based on broader conceptual issues that will inform candidate's research and filmmaking practice. Candidate's projects will contribute to candidate's showreel, demonstrating candidate's individual voice as an advanced-level filmmaker. When candidate have successfully completed the first six units of the programme will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Filmmaking, when candidate have completed all eight units candidate will be awarded the MA in Filmmaking.

Entry Requirements

A first degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject area.

International Students

Appropriate entry requirements include:

International Foundation Year - see the Bournemouth University International Foundation Certificate (BUIFC)
High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK
International or European Baccalaureate Junior College Diploma English Language Requirements
If English is not candidate's first language, candidate will need to provide evidence that candidate can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements, for this course are normally a minimum of one of the below:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
We accept a range of recognised English Language qualifications for entry.

These tests are amongst the language tests published and regularly updated by UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student Visa purpose. Please contact our International Admissions Team if candidate are not sure if candidate's English language qualification is accepted for entry by BU.

If candidate have alternative evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. candidate have a different English language qualification, candidate received the majority of candidate's education through the medium of English, or candidate have a degree in English language/literature), please indicate this
on candidate's application form.

Other Fees

Notes

This course requires attendance at 2 weekend workshops.

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