First Year Pathway in Business & Business Entrepreneurship

Program Overview

The First Year Pathway in Business & Business Entrepreneurship at UNIC is a three-year program designed for international students seeking to pursue a degree in Business or Business Entrepreneurship at the University of Northampton. It provides a pathway to the first year of the chosen degree, with the first year completed at UNIC and the remaining two years at the University of Northampton.

Program Outline

First Year Pathway in Business & Business Entrepreneurship at UNIC

This program is designed for international students who want to study Business and Business Entrepreneurship at the University of Northampton. It provides a pathway for students to enter the first year of their chosen degree, allowing them to complete their studies in three years.

Degree Overview:

This program aims to provide students with the necessary academic and English language skills to succeed in their degree studies at the University of Northampton. It also offers a smoother transition to the UK education system for students with international study backgrounds.

Program Features:

• Completion of first year at UNIC and second & third years at the University of Northampton
• Designed for students with international academic backgrounds
• Smaller class sizes with individual support
• Access to university facilities and libraries
• Dedicated team of support staff

Benefits:

• Develop strong academic and critical thinking skills
• Improve English language proficiency in academic context
• Transition smoothly to British university study style
• Benefit from dedicated support and smaller class sizes
• Gain access to state-of-the-art learning facilities

Outline:

The program consists of four stages spread across three years, with Stage 2 lasting two semesters and covering core introductory modules for a chosen pathway: Business Management, Events Management, or Business Entrepreneurship.

Year 1:

• Stage 1: English language preparation (if required)

Year 2:

• Stage 2: First Year Degree
• Modules covered will vary depending on chosen degree pathway:
• Business Management:
Management Fundamentals, Opportunity and Enterprise, Marketing Fundamentals, Business Environment/Context, Accounting and Finance, Interactive Learning Skills and Communication 4
• Events Management:
Events Logistics, The Events Industry, Business Environment/Context, Opportunity and Enterprise, Marketing Fundamentals, Interactive Learning Skills and Communication 4
• Business Entrepreneurship:
Entrepreneurial Skills Development, Opportunity and Enterprise, Marketing Fundamentals, Business Environment/Context, Accounting and Finance, Interactive Learning Skills and Communication 4

Years 3 & 4:

• Stage 3: Second Year Degree at Faculty of Business and Law (University of Northampton)
• Stage 4: Third Year Degree at Faculty of Business and Law (University of Northampton)

Assessment:

Assessment methods used in the program include:

• Essays
• Presentations
• Exams
• Group projects
Specific assessment details will vary depending on the individual modules and pathways chosen.

Teaching:

Students in the program will benefit from:

• Highly qualified teaching staff
• Small interactive classrooms
• Innovative teaching methods, including flipped learning and blended learning
• Access to University of Northampton library and facilities

Careers:

This program prepares students for a variety of careers in business and entrepreneurship, including:

• Business Analyst
• Marketing Manager
• Operations Manager
• Public Relations Manager
• Sales Manager
• Business Development Manager