International Year One in Business Management and Economics
Prepare for direct entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree at Norwich Business School or the School of Economics at UEA.
Course features
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes than at university, meaning you'll have more time with your teachers.
- Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules which equip you with the skills you need for university.
- Guidance with your university application, ensuring you choose the best degree for you.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 7 January 2019 | 23 August 2019 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,195 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 8 July 2019 | 29 May 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels (BBC grades), a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 23 September 2019 | 29 May 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 6 January 2020 | 21 August 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in reading and writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 30 September 2019 | 21 August 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 7 January 2019 | 23 August 2019 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,195 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 8 July 2019 | 29 May 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels (BBC grades), a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 23 September 2019 | 29 May 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 6 January 2020 | 21 August 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in reading and writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. |
| Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at UEA you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of your programme.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 30 September 2019 | 21 August 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
If you’d like a career in general management, or if you’re unsure which specific areas of business excite you most, this flexible degree will give you the confidence and business-knowledge to pursue a career in almost any organisation.
You’ll be able to tailor your degree through a range of optional modules in topics including human resources, accounting, finance, and marketing.
It’s is approved by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry to their Professional Certificate in Marketing, and it’s also recognised by the Chartered Insurance Institute. So, with this degree you can be sure that you're developing the skills that are important in industry.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is a combination of formal examinations and coursework, including written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations, and problem-solving exercises.