Key Facts

  • Starting
    9 Sep 2024
    Location
    Kingston Hall Road Centre
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Full Time
    Start Date
    Sep 2024
    Level
    Level 3
    Code
    KBH3001UF

    Fees

Foundation Year Business (Year Zero)

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This course is offered in partnership with Kingston University and will provide you with the academic and transferable skills needed to study an undergraduate degree in business subjects. You will study at Kingston College for one year and then progress to Kingston University itself to study on one of the following: Business Management, International Business, Marketing & Advertising, Accounting & Finance or Real Estate Management.

Fees for this course are set by Kingston University and are currently £9,250 per year.

Throughout the year long course you will gain an insight into these subjects, allowing you to gain a better idea of which ones you prefer. It will guide you in the direction of a business degree which is of particular interest to you. The Foundation Year will develop your independent study skills and help you to better understand your academic ability, a potential career path and how to develop the skills that employers look for in graduates.

  • Introductory Course Info HE


  • Entry Requirements


    A minimum of 48 UCAS points. Minimum of grade C (or equivalent- e.g. 4) in GCSE English Language or GCSE Mathematics and a minimum of grade D (or equivalent - e.g. 3) in the other.

    Additional requirements

    References from an official email address (ie. NOT Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) This can be from your previous institution if you were a student in the last 4 years or from a line manager if you are currently working.

    International Students

    A minimum of 48 UCAS points. IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English Language Certificate. All Kingston College HE courses are taught in English. You must be able to demonstrate a level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element).

  • Course Content


    Award: Foundation Year Business

    Awarding body: Kingston University

    UCAS Code: N222

    Location of study: Foundation Year- Kingston Hall Road, Kingston College.

    Course duration:

    Foundation Year (Level 3) is one year (full time).

    Then three years (full time) at Kingston University (Levels 4, 5 and 6)

    Students who complete the four year course successfully will receive a degree from Kingston University

    Academic year dates: September 2023 - May 2024

    Days of the week: You will be expected to attend for 3 days a week. At present this is TBC. The two days of the week that you do not need to attend (TBC) will be free for studies and for part-time work commitments.

    Timetables: Timetables will be available to you on the first day of the Induction programme, which will be September 2023

    Course leader: Alan Garofall, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; Direct Line: 020 8268 2919

  • Progression Next Steps


    The foundation year will provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully undertake a business related degree. You will develop your independent study skills, be able to understand your academic ability and develop the skills that employers look for in graduates.

  • Additional Information


    Overall Workload Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning, and assessment activity. Assessment comprises a variety of methods including coursework, group work, practical activities, presentations, written reports, essays and examinations.

    Academic Support: Our Academic Support Team provides help in the following areas:

    • Study Skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
    • Written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy)
    • Academic Writing (including how to reference)
    • Research Skills (in conjunction with the library)
    • Critical thinking and understanding arguments
    • Revision, Assessment and Examination Skills (including time management)

    Our Student Support Services help students with additional needs resulting from disabilities such as sensory impairment or learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

  • Teaching and Learning


    Teaching Staff You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the course modules.

    The modules are taught through a combination of workshops, lectures, e-learning and seminars. All students are expected to prepare for the sessions by completing set tasks of recommended reading and/or research as stated in the 'Overview of Sessions' section of the module handbook.

    Independent learning In addition to weekly attendance for the modules, students are required to undertake 20 hours of independent study. When not attending lectures, seminars and other timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities, including access to the University of Roehampton library.

    Assessment The course provides you with opportunities to test your understanding of the subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark. Assessment methods include a range of coursework assessments such as essays, reports, portfolios, performance, presentations and your final year major dissertation project. The grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. All assessment is spread across the year to make the workload manageable.

    Modules:

    N222- Business Management with Business Experience

    N121- International Business with Business Experience

    N591- Marketing and Advertising with Business Experience

    N421- Accounting and Finance with Business Experience

    N292- Real Estate Management with Business Experience

  • Teaching and Learning

    Teaching

    You are taught through a combination of lectures and practical sessions. In addition, you have timetabled meetings with your personal tutor. You will have access to computer labs and library facilities throughout your course.

    Independent learning

    When not attending lectures, seminars and other timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities, including the library, the Undergraduate Centre, and our computer laboratories.

    Assessment

    The course provides you with opportunities to test your understanding of the subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark. Assessment methods include written assignments and a range of coursework assessments such as assignment reports, online tests, presentations and written tests/examinations. The grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark;

    All assessments are spread across the year to make the workload manageable.

    Overall workload

    Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning, and assessment activity, the following information gives an indication of how much time you will need to allocate to different activities at each level of the course.

    Academic support

    Our Academic Support Team provides help in the following areas:

    • study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
    • written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy)
    • academic writing (including how to reference)
    • research skills (in conjunction with the library)
    • critical thinking and understanding arguments
    • revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management).

    Our Student Support Services help students with additional needs resulting from disabilities such as sensory impairment or learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Link

    Teaching staff

    You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. The team includes senior academics, professional practitioners with industry experience.

  • Module Information

    Students will study the following Level 3 core modules:

    • Professional and Personal Skills for Business (Core, 30 credits): This module provides students with a strong foundation of academic and transferable skills for their further studies at Kingston University. Learners will consider their future careers and how to build their employability skills. Students also have the opportunity to apply their learning in a capstone project where they will research a topic of particular interest.
    • Applying Business and Numerical Concepts (Core, 30 credits): This module provides students with the basics of mathematics, statistics and finance relating to business. There is usage of spreadsheets (microsoft excel) and an understanding of some basic accounting concepts is also developed.  A problem-centric approach is taken to allow students to apply mathematical techniques and accounting concepts.
    • Introduction to Business Law (Core, 30 credits): The main aim of this module is to give students a general understanding of the principal areas of English Law that may be encountered in business. Key topics include business liabilities under criminal and civil law; methods of resolving business disputes; enforceable contracts; basic principles of employment law; and the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in the workplace.
    • Marketing and Customer Care (Core, 30 credits): This module will allow students to consider the role of marketing and customer service within different types of organisations (both non-profit and profit-making).  Learners will consider the application of the extended marketing mix, the importance of customer satisfaction and retention, as well as key concepts such as segmentation in customer relationship management.