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32 tariff points at A level, or equivalent.
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If you have your results, you can apply directly to us now.
This Foundation Year is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to progress to university study. You’ll develop critical thinking, digital literacy, and communication skills, alongside subject-specific knowledge in business.
Through interactive workshops and hands-on learning, you’ll gain insight into both the internal functions of businesses and the global business environment. With a strong focus on collaboration, leadership, and professionalism, this course prepares you for success in higher education and beyond.
This is a new course and we're finalising the detailed information for this page.
Located just a minute’s walk from Walthamstow’s tube and bus stations, our campus provides easy access to the entire city, placing you at the centre of London’s dynamic business scene.
Open Days at the London campus vary to those held in Portsmouth.
London Campus Enquiries: london@port.ac.uk
This course is available through Clearing.
If you have your results, you can apply directly to us now.
Every year thousands of students find their ideal undergraduate course through Clearing. Clearing matches students who are looking for a different course or university from their original choice, or who are applying for the very first time after 30 June, to courses that universities still have places on.
The majority of people apply through Clearing once they receive their exam results on A level / T level results day (14 August 2025).
You can apply through Clearing if:
Yes, we welcome Clearing applications from international students and you can apply in exactly the same way as UK students do.
The majority of UK students apply through Clearing once they receive their A level / T level results in August, so as an international student if you already have your exam results you can apply when Clearing opens on 5 July.
Make sure that you have time to get your visa, funding, and English language certification sorted out before the beginning of term.
If you would like further information or guidance, please contact our international office for advice.
No, it's not too late and you should make your application for student finance as soon as possible. You don't have to wait for your results. You can make your application now and just amend it when you know where you're going to be.
If you've already applied for your student loan, you'll need to log into your account and update details about your new course/university. If you haven't applied for your student loan yet, don't panic. Apply today – it only takes 30 minutes.
Find out more in our Student finance for Clearing guide.
Please note this course isn't currently open to EU or International students
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept.
See alternative English language qualifications.
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept.
See alternative English language qualifications.
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
While we consider your grades when making an offer, we also carefully look at your circumstances and other factors to assess your potential. These include whether you live and work in the region and your personal and family circumstances which we assess using established data.
This degree will prepare you to climb the career ladder in any sector that appeals to you and will open doors to a wide variety of careers in the business world. You’ll graduate with the skills to start a successful career in any commercial arena, or even start your own business.
Previous graduates have started their own businesses or gone on to secure various jobs, such as:
Our graduates have gone on to work for some of today’s best-known organisations, including:
There are no optional modules in this year.
Course fees for 2026 will be confirmed shortly.
If you have your results, you can apply directly to us now.
Please note this foundation year isn't currently open to EU or International students
To apply directly, use our online application form:
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
To apply directly, use our online application form:
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
To start this course in September 2026, apply through UCAS. You'll need:
If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application form:
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
To apply directly, use our online application form:
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
To apply directly, use our online application form:
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
When you accept an offer to study at the University of Portsmouth, you also agree to abide by our Student Contract (which includes the University's relevant policies, rules and regulations). You should read and consider these before you apply.
All our courses go through a rigorous approval process to make sure they’re of the highest quality. This includes a review by a panel of experts, made up of academic staff and an external academic or professional with specialist knowledge.
This course is in the final stages of this process and is open for applications. If any details of the course or its approval status change after you apply, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and will be here to discuss your options with you.