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Overview

The BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability is an innovative new honours degree programme developed through a partnership between New College Lanarkshire, and the University of the West of Scotland.

A key feature of the programme is that it provides a pathway from college to university, with students able to complete an HND while in college before progressing to the BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability degree.

The BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability programme provides students with an opportunity to study towards a degree in business that concentrates, not only on general areas of business sectors, but also focusses on critical issues that affect our planet and its survival.

The degree has a strong focus on sustainability, equipping graduates to address pressing environmental and social issues facing business and society. This includes core modules focused on sustainability, Sustainable Business Development, Sustainable Development Goals, Sustainable Leadership, Circular Economy, Social Innovation, and ethical and sustainable business practices.

The programme equips graduates to help address environmental and social issues facing modern organisations. Sustainability is now recognised as a crucial element of modern business practice and key to future development.

The programme includes its authentic assessments based on real-world issues, an inquiry-based learning approach, and developing students' critical thinking on matters relating to responsible business practices and sustainability.

Entry requirements

What qualifications do you need?

During Clearing our entry requirements remain flexible, and we are committed to providing opportunities to study with us based on a range of qualifications. Please get in touch, and we can discuss your specific circumstances.

  • Business
  • Business Management
  • Administration & IT
  • Event Management
  • Events
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Fashion Business and Supply Chain
  • Marketing
  • Social Sciences

Also accept: DipHE in relevant business subject such as ones listed above.

Teaching & Assessment

Alongside learning independently, you will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and workshops.

There will also be group work to ensure you develop transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication, and working as part of a team.

Your progress on the BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability degree will be assessed using a variety of individual- and group-based assessment techniques, including:

  • Written coursework
  • Essays
  • Reports
  • Presentations
  • Posters

Career prospects

Businesses are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability practices.

There has been a rapid growth in the employment market for students who have skills in this area. Recent job advertisements in Scotland and the rest of the UK are employers looking for graduates to fill sustainability roles. These include roles such as analysts, consultants and/or advisors to business. These well-paid roles included full-time, part-time and internship options.

The BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability degree equips graduates for roles across both sustainability-focused organisations and mainstream companies looking to integrate sustainability.

Example job titles graduates pursue include: Sustainability Analyst; Sustainability Consultant; Sustainability Manager; CSR & sustainability Lead; Ethical Sourcing Manager; Environmental Officer
You would be suited to sustainability roles within Engineering & Construction Firms; Food & Beverage Producers; Fashion Retailers; Transport & Logistics Providers; Charities & Non-Profits; Management Consultancies; Oil, Gas & Resources Majors.

Undergraduate tuition fees

Tuition fees for this course 2024/25

Scottish

£1,820 cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS*)

All other UK & Republic of Ireland

£9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750

Channel Islands & Isle of Man

£9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750

International (all other EU plus Non-EU)

£15,500 per year of study

More on tuition fees and funding

Apply via UCAS

Ready to apply? All UK & EU undergraduate applications should be made through UCAS. Further information for international, part-time and exchange applications can be found below.

UCAS

Further application information

Full-time (domestic & EU/EEA)

All UK and EU applicants for undergraduate study, not applying through an agent or partner, should apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)

The on-time application deadline for 2025/26 entry is 29 January 2025, 18:00 (UK time). For some courses it may still be possible to apply beyond this period, subject to suitable vacancies remaining. The final deadline for late applications via UCAS is 30 June 2025. Beyond this deadline, you may be able to apply via ‘UCAS Clearing’ if the course you are interested in has remaining places.

Please refer to our Undergraduate Application Guide for domestic & EU/EEA to find more information on when and how to apply to study at UWS.

You can find out more about applying for this undergraduate course on UCAS.

 

Full-time (non-EU/non-EEA), Part-time & Online (all students), Erasmus & International Exchange

Students from non-EU/non-EEA countries can apply directly to UWS via our dedicated online application system. The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date to allow for visa processing times. For more information on when and how to apply to study at UWS please refer to our International Undergraduate Application Guide.

For part-time & online study, you should apply directly to the University through our online application system, not through UCAS. Please select the part-time mode of study when submitting your application. Before you begin your application, it is important to read the part-time application step-by-step guide for a smooth process.

To come to UWS as a visiting student on a study abroad or exchange programme, you must apply entirely through our online system.

An ATAS certificate is not required for overseas students applying for this course.

Get in touch

Do you have a question about applying for this course? Get in touch. We are here to help!

We will always try to make sure that we publish accurate course information but we do not accept responsibility for any mistakes or omissions. We will also try to make sure that we deliver our courses in line with our published information. However, we may not always be able to do so and you can find further information about this in our enrolment terms and conditions.