Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for a range of in-demand roles. Potential career pathways include Business Analyst, Project Coordinator, and Programme Manager positions across various sectors. The skills gained which include strategic thinking, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration – make graduates highly adaptable and valuable assets within organisations.
BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year
The BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year is designed to prepare you for a broad range of careers in project management or to enable you to advance in pre-existing employment opportunities. You will be able to enhance your career with high-level project management knowledge and be able to take on roles such as project planner, risk manager, estimator and managing or directing projects. The course covers project management, core management skills and the knowledge required to excel in multi-sector organisations.
Awarding Institution
Bath Spa University
Intakes
October, February, June
Awarded Degree
BSc (Hons) Project Management with Integrated Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
Location
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
Time Table
Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends
Fees
Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,535 per year
On your Foundation Year, you will develop a range of employability and academic skills essential for success. You will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of project management, management and leadership theories, academic and professional skills – with emphasis on developing practical skills such as time management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
The following year of study covers detailed project management and business principles. You will learn project management theories, and life cycles, as well as business and management principles, statistics, data analysis, and decision-making tools. Additionally, you will be introduced to project management software tools.
As you advance to Level 5, your will focus on core project management competencies, including quality and performance management, planning and control of projects and how to manage projects effectively, efficiently, and sustainably. You will also develop core research competencies in project management.
In your last year, you will learn advanced concepts such as risk management, global project management and project management for innovation and change. These modules will enhance your confidence in change management and provide skills in managing an international project efficiently. You will complete a project that provides practical application of project management skills.
Year 0 (Foundation)
- Academic Integrity and Assessment (20 credits)
- Fundamentals of Project Management (20 credits)
- Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour (20 credits)
- Leadership in Project Management (20 credits)
- Personal Development and Career Exploration (20 credits)
- Study Strategies and Academic Development (20 credits)
Year 1
- Business and Management Principles (20 credits)
- Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)
- Ethics and Social Justice (20 credits)
- Financial Management for Projects (20 credits)
- Digital Skills for Project Managers (20 credits)
- Professional Skills and Teamwork (20 credits)
Year 2
- People and Performance (20 credits)
- Professional Development (20 credits)
- Project Planning and Control (20 credits)
- Project Quality Assurance and Compliance (20 credits)
- Project Resources and Procurement Management (20 credits)
- Research in Project Management (20 credits)
Year 3
- Global Project Management (20 credits)
- Project Management for Innovation and Change (20 credits)
- Risk Management in Projects (20 credits)
- Strategic Management in Projects (20 credits)
- Project (40 credits)
This Prepwise course will provide you with opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding informally through ‘formative’ assessments. Formative assessments will be completed before your formal ‘summative ’ assessment, which will determine your final marks.
Each module normally contains at least one piece of formative assessment from which you will receive feedback from your course team. Formative assessments are purely for developmental purposes and do not count towards your final module mark. They are designed to help you to gain more knowledge and confidence in the module material and approaches to formal assessment. Students who do not engage with informal assessments often struggle with Foundation Year progression, as well as with the academic levels above.
The formal summative assessment usually occurs towards the end of each module. Assessment methods may include written examinations and a range of coursework, including reports, portfolios, essays and presentations. The marks awarded for summative assessments count towards your final module mark.
Assessment methods at Prepwise are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student feedback, in line with developments in the subject area or based upon feedback from an External Examiner. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from another higher education provider; , and they are appointed by the University of Suffolk to provide external assurance regarding the academic standards of your course.
Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:
- Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).
- Have the following English qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a PREPWISE campus.
Applicants Aged 21+:
We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field. Have the following English qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a PREPWISE campus.
Next Steps:
1) Please fill out an application form by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
2) Send your supporting documents when requested by PREPWISE.
3) A panel interview takes place to assess listening and speaking skills. You’ll also be tested on your writing via a personal reflection statement.
4) PREPWISE make a final decision on your application.
Fees
| Course Name | Fees for June 2025 (per year) | Fees for New and Existing Students from August 2025 |
| BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year | £9,250 (per year) | Foundation Year: £5,760 Years 1 – 3: £9,535 (per year) |
Following the Government’s announcement that Undergraduate tuition fees for UK Undergraduate students will change for students enrolling or re-enrolling after 1 August 2025 PREPWISE has updated the Fees information, as shown above.
Tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the government.
Funding Your Study
You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and to help with your living costs while studying.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
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What modules are included in the BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year?
The course begins with a Foundation Year covering essential study skills, project management fundamentals, and job search techniques. Level 4 introduces business principles, organisational behaviour, ethics, digital skills for project managers, and teamwork. Level 5 explores project planning, quality assurance, people management, research methods, and professional development. Level 6 focuses on strategic and risk management within projects and global project management and culminates in a final project.
What career paths are available after completing the BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year course?
What is the assessment method for the BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year course?
The BSc (Hons) Project Management course utilises a primarily coursework-based assessment structure. This approach allows for in-depth analysis and development of practical skills through assignments and projects, better reflecting the demands of real-world project management. The focus is on applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, mirroring real-world challenges.
