Study BBA in the UK: Complete Guide to Business Degrees

Highlights

• Top-ranked business education with degrees recognized globally by employers
• Work placement opportunities integrated into most UK BBA programs
• Post-study work visa allowing 2-3 years career experience after graduation

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program in the United Kingdom is a three to four-year undergraduate curriculum that is meant to provide extensive knowledge of the functional areas of a corporation and their interplay. Because of the increasing level of competitiveness around the world, an increasing number of students are becoming interested in pursuing business administration degrees at well-known and prominent universities abroad.

Because they are so highly sought after, business schools in the United Kingdom are among the most difficult to get into. Fortunately, there are a huge number of business schools located throughout the country from which you can select the one that is right for you. The cost of pursuing a BBA from a UK university is approximately 15.1 lakhs INR each year. The starting salary for a BBA graduate in the United Kingdom is roughly 31.5 lakhs INR.

#Why study BBA in the UK?

According to the University College London’s Center for Global Higher Education, studying in the United Kingdom is the second most popular option for international students after the United States. Here are a few considerations to consider when deciding whether or not to pursue a BBA in the United Kingdom:

• Universities in the United Kingdom are in the top 5% of all universities in the world for higher education in business, according to Times Higher Education.
• When compared to the previous year, there has been a 4.4 percent increase in the number of international students applying to study business in the United Kingdom.
• The LSE (London School of Economics and Political Science) has been home to 18 Nobel Prize winners who have studied or taught there, including George Bernard Shaw and Christopher Pissarides, among others.
• It is suggested that the United Kingdom lacks nowhere in terms of offering an education that is not only world-class but also highly sought after.
• Students from 109 countries come to London Business School to pursue a business degree, and the school’s extensive alumni group includes more than 42,000 graduates.
• International students enrolling in UK institutions for the academic year 2017/18 were seeking a degree in business and administrative courses, according to official statistics. In terms of numbers, during the 2017/18 academic year, 126,955 international students out of a total of 458,490 international students were enrolled in business degree programs.

#Top Universities

According to the QS News World University Rankings, the following are the best universities in the United Kingdom that offer BBA programs. Below is a chart that also includes the annual costs for pursuing the program at the top colleges in the United Kingdom:

University	Course Duration	Annual Program Fee (in INR)
University of Strathclyde	3 Years	16 lakhs
Birkbeck University of London	3 Years	12.19 lakhs
Kingston University	3 Years	11.23 lakhs
Hult International Business School	4 Years	28.27 lakhs
University of Gibraltar	3 Years	10.72 lakhs
INSEEC U	3 Years	5.94 lakhs
Heriot-Watt University	4 Years	12.55 lakhs
University of Essex	3 Years	14.48 lakhs

Even though some colleges do not rank highly in the program, the quality of education provided at these institutions is unaffected by this fact.

#Course details

As a prerequisite for any MBA program, the BBA program consists of the study of business mathematics and statistics, as well as introductions to operations research and business data processing. It also includes courses in management, financial and managerial accounting, production and material planning, business economics, personnel and industry relations, marketing management, and business laws.

What is the difference between BBA, BSBA, and BABA?

When choosing an undergraduate business school, it is critical to understand what type of degree you will be earning from the program you have chosen. It is possible that the difference between a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or BSBA degree, a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration or BABA degree, and a Bachelor of Business Administration or BBA degree, as well as between these degrees, will result in a significant difference in the skillset and scope of these courses.

BBA	BSBA	BABA
A bachelor’s degree in business administration (BBA) provides a thorough review of various disciplines within the industry for a comprehensive grasp of the field, including management, accounting, economics, and marketing.	Compared to a BBA, which emphasizes STEM courses to acquire a more analytical skill set, a BSBA emphasizes math-oriented courses to conduct business effectively.	An undergraduate degree in business administration, known as a BABA, is typically combined with a general education in the liberal arts and a concentration in business administration. In a BABA, students can learn English, history, sociology, and a variety of other disciplines.

#Admission requirements

Applicants seeking BBA programs in the United Kingdom can submit their applications either directly through the university’s platform or through the UCAS application system. Please see below for a quick guideline to assist you in navigating the application and admissions process.

Admission requirements

International students seeking admission to the BBA program in the United Kingdom must first determine whether or not they meet the following requirements:

• Class XII with a minimum grade point average of 60 percent.
• Evidence of your academic achievements, such as official school transcripts, is required.
• Scores on the SAT/ACT (optional)
• One academic reference
• A Personal Statement written in the form of an essay (400-500 words) (optional)
• Evidence of sufficient funds to cover the tuition fees and monthly living expenses for the first year of their education in the United Kingdom is required.

Note: International applicants must demonstrate a monthly income of 99,138 INR to support themselves and their studies. The amount required for London is approximately 1.23 lakhs INR per month.

#English proficiency requirements

All students must demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively in English. The following are the average results recognized for English language proficiency examinations in business schools in the United Kingdom:

• IELTS: 6 – 6.5.
• TOEFL (iBT): 79 – 90.

Students should consider pursuing pre-bachelor’s if they meet the following criteria:

• If you are deemed ineligible for admission.
• You require improvement in your academic, research, or linguistic abilities.

Student visa

To pursue a degree at a UK university, you must first obtain a Tier 4 UK visa. The following documents are necessary for a visa application:

• Passport information is required.
• A recent passport-sized photograph is required.
• Having a criminal record (if any).
• Demonstration of financial viability.
• The written consent of the sponsor to the visa application is not conditional.
• Letters from the parents or legal guardians ( for under-18 applicants).
• Tuberculosis test results are required if the candidate is from a country where the test is required to be taken.

#Cost of studying

Students who wish to study abroad should keep in mind that they will be responsible for three sorts of charges: pre-arrival costs, tuition fees, and the cost of living while studying abroad.

Pre-arrival expenses

This is a fee that must be paid before traveling to the study destination. The following is a breakdown of the average cost of such expenses:

Type of Expense	Cost (in INR)
Application Fee	1760 (UCAS fee)
UK Student Visa Application Fee	30,641
IELTS Fee	13,207
TOEFL Fee	12,327

#Living costs

Living in the United Kingdom is quite pricey. In terms of statistics, the cost of living in the United Kingdom is 174 percent greater than the cost of living in India. London is one of the most expensive cities in the world in terms of living expenses. If you have made up your mind to study in this country, you must make careful financial preparations in order to manage your expenses. Hotel costs, airline expenses, food costs, and other incidental fees are the most important costs to consider while planning a vacation.

Region-based average cost:

The cost of living in the United Kingdom varies based on where you live. The cost increases as you travel farther south, yet it is comparably less expensive as you travel further north.

Region	Average Cost Of Living/ Annum (lakhs INR)
North East	1,85
Wales	1,94
West Midlands	1,99
Yorkshire & the Humber	2,07
Scotland	2,08
North West	2,08
Northern Ireland	2,10
East Midlands	2,25
South West	2,27
East	2,36
South East	2,68
London	2,73

Because this is a rough estimate, the figures may differ somewhat from what is shown. The average cost of living in the United Kingdom is 2,27 lakhs Indian rupees per year.

#Other expenses

Cost Involved	Average Expense (in INR/Month)
Rent	57,348 (within the city) and 48,525 (outside the city)
Council Tax	2,205
Other Utilities	3,529
Television License	13,234
Travel Cost	4,852
Telephone and Internet	3,529
Other Cost	22,057
Total Cost	1,15 lakhs – 1,32 lakhs

Apart from the above-mentioned charges, it would be best if you put an average of 22,094 INR aside for additional expenses such as food, healthcare, entertainment,  books, and other miscellaneous expenses.

#Scholarships

Studying abroad is expensive, especially when you are studying in the United Kingdom. One of the most effective methods to alleviate the financial stress that studying abroad may place on you is to plan ahead of time for expenses and apply for the type of funding that best meets your needs. So, here are several scholarships to help alleviate your financial difficulties.

University-specific scholarships

A large number of universities in the United Kingdom offer scholarships to international students. Some instances of such institutions of higher learning are shown below.

University	Scholarship Stipend (INR)	Application Deadline
University of Strathclyde	1,76 lakh INR (Three years in total)	3 May 2020
Kingston University London	1,76 lakh INR ( Partial scholarship, for the first year of study)	31 May 2020
Heriot-Watt University	1,32 lakh INR – 2,64 lakhs INR	September 2020

Other international student scholarships

There are also some foreign student scholarships available for you to apply for if you want to study in the United Kingdom.

Scholarship	Stipend (INR)
BrokerFish International Student Scholarship	75,398
QS Scholarship	7,54 lakhs
Surfshark’s Privacy and Security Scholarship	1,50 lakhs

#Career prospects

In the United Kingdom, the average yearly pay for a recent BBA graduate is 31.5 lakh INR per year. The following are some of the additional positions that are available in the country:

Job Profile	Average Salary ( in INR/ Annum)
Finance Analyst	1.25 Crore
Marketing Manager	199 Crore
Human Resource Manager	1.18 Crore
Import and Export Manager	1.68 Crore
Business Analyst	1.44 Crore
Information Technology Manager	1.49 Crore

Some of the areas where a BBA graduate might be able to find work are as follows:

Job Sectors	Companies Hiring
Finance	Barclays Bank, Cathay United Bank, Lloyds Banking Group, Clydesdale & Yorkshire Bank, Consulting – Ernst & Young, PwC, KPMG
Manufacturing	Pine Chemical Group, Rajeev Metal Industries
Business Support	Transport for London, GSK, Zepplin
IT Services	IBM, Italy-China E-commerce Sales Center, Toyota Tsusho Network Integration

Other options include pursuing an MBA in the United Kingdom or other famous international destinations such as Canada, rather than starting your profession at a young age. An MBA from the United States is one of the most desirable study locations, and by earning your bachelor’s degree overseas, it will be significantly easier to apply for postgraduate study opportunities in the United States.

Following the completion of your program, you can continue your education by pursuing an MBA or MIM. Another factor that draws international students to the United Kingdom for their masters in business degrees, aside from the fact that it is home to some of the world’s best business schools, is the course’s shorter duration of one year compared to other nations. As a result, you’ll save both time and money. Furthermore, premier colleges in the United Kingdom do not require students to have prior work experience in order to be admitted to their master’s programs.

Key Takeaways

• Specializations matter: Choose between entrepreneurship, international business, or digital marketing tracks offered by universities like Manchester Business School and Warwick Business School
• Entry requirements simplified: Typically need 65-75% in XIIth grade + IELTS 6.0-6.5 (many universities now accept PTE Academic too!)
• Cost breakdown: Annual fees range £15,000-£25,000 – explore scholarships like Chevening or university-specific awards
• Career springboard: London remains Europe’s financial capital with 40% of Fortune 500 companies having regional HQs here
• Application hacks: Apply through UCAS before Jan 24 deadline for September intake + include strong personal statement showing leadership experience

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