Foundation Year in Business

Get ready for a full-time business degree and exciting business career opportunities with our Foundation Year in Business

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Attendance
Full-time
Start
September 2025
Fees
£5,760 (FY) | £9,535* (UK) | £16,600 (INT)
Duration
1 year full-time + 3 years full-time
Course Leader
Hong Woo
Study mode
On campus
Location
Hendon campus
Entry Requirements
56-64 UCAS points
Placement year
No
School / Department
Business School
Course Overview

Why choose a Foundation Year in Business at Middlesex?

This course is a stepping-stone course to one of our three-year courses Business.

A foundation year might be a good choice for you if you don't have the right qualifications yet or feel ready for degree-level study. Or perhaps you are returning to study and want to get up to speed before starting a degree.

The number of students who progress to degree study is very high and in fact, have gone on to become some of our most successful graduates.

You will need to enrol on a four-year course, which includes the one-year foundation course. When you complete this year successfully you will progress directly onto one of our three-year degree courses.

We offer:

More information? Please visit our How to Apply page.

What you will gain

You will be starting your journey to a full business degree. Once you complete your first year satisfactorily you will move on to one of our three-year degree courses. You will also:

  • Be supported by personal tutors, student learning and academic assistants who have first-hand experience of the subject
  • Develop transferable skills in business, communication and problem-solving.

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About your course

About your course

You will study four modules over the year, focusing on two modules for 12 weeks in each semester, which means you have the chance to explore the learning materials and develop the skills in depth quickly.

The module enables you to develop an understanding of the foundations of business, law and social science disciplines. This will be achieved by introducing you to key concepts, principles and schools of thought in your respective subject areas, as well as how you intersect with each other which are then explored in the context of real-life events selected. You will apply your subject knowledge to news and case study scenarios and develop an appreciation of the complexity of such events.  

This module will give you the fundamental written and oral communication skills required for studying at degree level. You'll develop analytical skills through problem solving, build your confidence working individually and as a member of a team, and gain appreciation of research techniques by using a range of library and e-learning resources. 

This module will give you confidence to understand and explore data relevant to your field of study. You will be introduced to the fundamental quantitative ideas that you will need throughout your degree and career. These ideas will be illustrated and explored through current, real-life datasets. By the end of the course you will have experience of analysing a wide variety of datasets relevant to your discipline, and communicating your findings.

It will also develop your skill and confidence in using software to perform mathematical calculations, and help you appreciate data analysis in a wider context: you will be taught in mixed-programme groups that include business, law and social sciences students, so you will appreciate the application of quantitative methods to these other areas.

This module develops your understanding of the steps and activities involved in undertaking a business project. You will also be introduced to a range of research methods to develop your ability to take an academically rigorous approach to applied projects. You will develop confidence and competence in reviewing, evaluating, summarising and presenting a variety of sources of secondary information in a structured manner. You will learn to develop an argument, develop decision-making, problem-solving, planning, evaluation and presentation skills to develop your abilities. 

More information about this course

We review our courses regularly to improve your experience and graduate prospects so modules may be subject to change.

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Teaching and learning

Teaching

You'll be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.

You will learn by attending lectures, seminars and practical workshops. Seminars and workshops are a great opportunity to discuss what you have learnt in lectures and through independent study with your peers and tutors.

You will be studying at our north London campus in Hendon.

Whether you are studying full or part-time – your course timetable will balance your study commitments on campus with time for work, life commitments and independent study.

We aim to make timetables available to students at least 2 weeks before the start of term. Some weeks are different due to how we schedule classes and arrange on-campus sessions.

Outside of teaching hours, you’ll learn independently through self-study which will involve reading articles and books, working on projects, undertaking research, and preparing for assessments including coursework, presentations and exams.

Our excellent teaching and support teams will help you develop your skills from research and practical skills to critical thinking. And we offer free 24-hour laptop loans with full desktop software, free printing and Wi-Fi to use on or off campus.

Your learning will be assessed regularly and is made up of 100% coursework.

Assessments

We'll test your understanding and progress with informal and formal tests.

The informal tests usually take place at least once per module, from which you’ll receive feedback from your tutor. The grades from these tests don’t count towards your final marks.

There are formal assessments for each module, usually at the end, which will count towards your module and your final marks.

Assessments are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student feedback or feedback from an external examiner.

To help you achieve the best results, we will provide regular feedback.

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Student support

We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.

Additional needs

We'll support you if you have additional needs such as sensory impairment or dyslexia. And if you want to find out whether Middlesex is the right place for you before you apply, get in touch with our Disability and Dyslexia team.

Wellness

Our specialist teams will support your mental health. We have free individual counselling sessions, workshops, support groups and useful guides.

Work while you study

Our Middlesex Unitemps branch will help you find work that fits around uni and your other commitments. We have hundreds of student jobs on campus that pay the London Living Wage and above. Visit the Middlesex Unitemps page.

Financial support

You can apply for scholarships and bursaries and our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.

We have also reduced the costs of studying with free laptop loans, free learning resources and discounts to save money on everyday things. Check out our guide to student life on a budget.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

56–64 UCAS points including GCSE English and Maths C/4. We accept students with a wide range of qualifications, including combinations of qualifications together with a portfolio of artwork. Our most common entry qualifications can be found below:

Qualifications

A Levels
DEE
BTEC
MPP
Access requirements
Overall pass: must include 45 credits at level 3
Combinations
A combination of A-Level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 56 -64 UCAS Tariff points

At Middlesex, we're proud of how we recognise the potential of future students like you. We make fair and aspirational offers because we want you to aim high, and we’ll support you all the way.

We’ll always be as flexible as possible and take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning. And, if you don’t quite get the grades you hoped for, we’ll also look at more than your qualifications. Things like your work experience, other achievements and your personal statement.

Our entry requirements page outlines how we make offers where we have given a range (e.g. BBB – BBC in A levels), and how we’ll make you an offer if you are studying a combination of qualifications (e.g. BTEC and A level).

Mature students (over 21)

We welcome applications from mature candidates, including those without formal qualifications, provided you have a portfolio and can demonstrate relevant experience and ability.

Academic credit

If you have a qualification such as a foundation degree or HND or have gained credit at another university, you may be able to join us in year two or three. Find out how you can transfer courses.

If you have relevant qualifications or work experience, we may be able to count this towards your entry requirements.

Interviews

You won’t be required to attend an interview for this course.

We welcome students from the UK and all over the world. Join students from over 122 countries and discover why so many international students call our campus home:

  • Quality teaching with top facilities plus flexible online learning
  • Welcoming north London campus that's only 30 minutes from central London
  • Work placements and networking with top London employers
  • Award-winning career support to get you where you want to go after university.

Qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the accepted qualifications on your country's support page. If you are unsure of the suitability of your qualifications or would like help with your application, please contact your nearest international office.

English language

You will need to meet our English language requirements. And, don’t worry If you don't meet our minimum English language requirements, as we offer a Pre-sessional English course.

Visas

To study with us in the UK, you might need a Student visa. Please check to see if this applies to you.

You must apply to one of the four-year degree courses listed below. Please apply for these courses through UCAS.

Accounting and finance

Business and management

Human resource management

International tourism management

Marketing

Need help with your application? Check out our  undergraduate application page.

Careers

Careers

How can the Foundation Year in Business support your career?

Our Careers and Employability Service, MDXworks will launch you into the world of work from the beginning of your course, with placements, projects and networking opportunities through our 1000+ links with industry and big-name employers in London and globally.

Our dedicated lifetime career support, like our business start-up support programme and funding for entrepreneurs, has put us in the top 10 university for producing CEOs – Novuana, 2023.

Global network

You’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. And after you graduate, we'll still support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.

Fees and funding

Fees and funding

The fees below are for the 2025/26 academic year:

UK students1

Foundation Year (FY): £5,760

Full-time: £9,535*

Part-time: £79 per taught credit

*Subject to the government’s proposed increase in the tuition fee cap receiving Parliamentary approval3

As a part of our commitment to an excellent student offer at Middlesex University, we pledge to invest the additional money from tuition fee increases into the student experience, and we are consulting at present on what these improvements will be and will follow up with further details

International students2

Full-time students: £16,600

Part-time students: £138 per taught credit

Additional costs

The following study tools are included in your fees:

  • Free access to resources, learning materials and software you need to succeed on your course
  • Free laptop loans for up to 24 hours
  • Free specialist software for your course
  • Free printing for academic paperwork
  • Free online training with LinkedIn Learning.

Scholarships and bursaries

To help make uni affordable, we do everything we can to support you including our:

  • MDX Excellence Scholarship offers grants of up to £2,000 per year for UK students
  • Regional or International Merit Awards which reward International students with up to £2,000 towards course fees
  • Our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.

Find out more about undergraduate funding and all of our scholarships and bursaries.

Fees disclaimers

1. UK fees: The university reserves the right to increase undergraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.

Based on the current fee, for a typical three-year degree, the total costs for your studies will be £28,605.

2. International fees: Tuition fees are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.

3. Depending on the duration of your study, your tuition fees for subsequent academic years may be subject to further inflationary increases (most recently, the UK government has suggested that increases may be linked to the All-Items Retail Prices Index – RPIX) in line with any additional rise in the tuition fee cap set by the UK government. Any annual increase in tuition fees will be notified to students at the earliest opportunity in advance of the academic year to which any applicable inflationary rise may apply.

Any annual increase in tuition fees as provided for above will be notified to students at the earliest opportunity in advance of the academic year to which any applicable inflationary rise may apply.

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