(BA) Bachelor of Arts
Business Management with a Modern Language
Current
University of Essex
University of Essex
Essex Business School
Colchester Campus
Honours Degree
Full-time
Business and Management
BA N1R9
10/05/2023
Details
Professional accreditation
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Admission criteria
GCSE: Mathematics C/4
A-levels: ABB
If Portuguese is taken as the major language, an A-level pass (or equivalent) in Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or first language level fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish is required.
BTEC: DDD, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.
IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655. Either must include Standard Level Mathematics grade 4, or a minimum of 3 in Higher Level Mathematics. We will accept grade 4 in either Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programme Courses (formerly certificates) at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for.
We can also consider combinations with BTECs or other qualifications in the Career-related programme – the acceptability of BTECs and other qualifications depends on the subject studied, advice on acceptability can be provided. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
To study Portuguese as your major language, you need a pass in Higher Level Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish.
Access to HE Diploma: 15 level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.
T-levels: Distinction, depending on subject studied -advice on acceptability can be provided.
What if I don’t achieve the grades I hoped?
If your final grades are not as high as you had hoped, the good news is you may still be able to secure a place with us on a course which includes a foundation year. Visit our undergraduate application information page for more details.
What if I have a non-traditional academic background?
Don’t worry. To gain a deeper knowledge of your course suitability, we will look at your educational and employment history, together with your personal statement and reference.
You may be considered for entry into Year 1 of your chosen course. Alternatively, some UK and EU applicants may be considered for Essex Pathways, an additional year of study (known as a foundation year/year 0) helping students gain the necessary skills and knowledge in order to succeed on their chosen course. You can find a list of Essex Pathways courses and entry requirements here
If you are a mature student, further information is here
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall. Different requirements apply for second year entry, and specified component grades are also required for applicants who require a visa to study in the UK.
Other English language qualifications may be acceptable so please contact us for further details. If we accept the English component of an international qualification then it will be included in the information given about the academic levels listed above. Please note that date restrictions may apply to some English language qualifications
If you are an international student requiring a visa to study in the UK please see our immigration webpages for the latest Home Office guidance on English language qualifications.
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
Additional Notes
If you’re an international student, but do not meet the English language or academic requirements for direct admission to this degree, you could prepare and gain entry through a pathway course. Find out more about opportunities available to you at the University of Essex International College here.
Course qualifiers
A course qualifier is a bracketed addition to your course title to denote a specialisation or pathway that you have achieved via the completion of specific modules during your course. The
specific module requirements for each qualifier title are noted below. Eligibility for any selected qualifier will be determined by the department and confirmed by the final year Board of
Examiners. If the required modules are not successfully completed, your course title will remain as described above without any bracketed addition. Selection of a course qualifier is
optional and student can register preferences or opt-out via Online Module Enrolment (eNROL).
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Rules of assessment
Rules of assessment are the rules, principles and frameworks which the University uses to calculate your course progression and final results.
Additional notes
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External examiners
External Examiners provide an independent overview of our courses, offering their expertise and help towards our continual improvement of course content, teaching, learning, and assessment.
External Examiners are normally academics from other higher education institutions, but may be from the industry, business or the profession as appropriate for the course.
They comment on how well courses align with national standards, and on how well the teaching, learning and assessment methods allow students to develop and demonstrate the relevant knowledge and skills needed to achieve their awards.
External Examiners who are responsible for awards are key members of Boards of Examiners. These boards make decisions about student progression within their course and about whether students can receive their final award.
Programme aims
Enable students to become proficient in a modern language, developing an appropriate level of fluency and accuracy in using the chosen language as a medium of understanding, expression and communication (both oral and written), with awareness of stylistic and sociolinguistic variation, and (where relevant higher-level courses are taken) developing a corresponding level of proficiency in translation, interpreting, and creative writing.
Develop students' understanding of aspects of the culture and society of one or more countries which use the chosen modern language as a medium of communication, enabling them to draw comparisons with their own culture and observe contrasts, and (through the year abroad) to experience, engage with and integrate into another culture.
To provide students with an understanding of what is involved in managing organizations in the contemporary context and to offer opportunities to develop expertise in a chosen management specialism.
To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in management.
To encourage and facilitate critical, analytical thinking by students as a vital foundation for subsequent academic study, employment, professional and personal development, and participation in society.
To enable students to acquire the personal and key skills they need to develop as autonomous and reflective individuals with the capacity to continue learning.
Learning outcomes and learning, teaching and assessment methods
On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:
A: Knowledge and understanding
A1: Phonology, morphology, syntax, lexis, usage, and socio-stylistic variation in the chosen modern language(s), and (on relevant higher-level courses) techniques of translation, interpreting, and creative writing
A2: Core theoretical frameworks employed in attempts to explore and conceptualize operations management, technology and innovation;
A3: Core theoretical frameworks employed in attempts to explore and conceptualize strategic management;
A4: Core theoretical frameworks employed in attempts to explore and conceptualize human resource management;
A5: Fundamental accounting concepts and principles;
A6: The contexts in which accounting is situated, including the business entity, capital markets and the legal framework;
A7: Aspects of the culture and society of one or more countries which use the chosen modern language(s) as a medium of communication, drawing comparisons with their own culture and observing contrasts.
A8: Linguistic concepts and metalanguage used to describe and analyse the chosen modern language(s), and analytic methods and techniques used to analyse texts and other authentic modern language materials from a variety of perspectives
A9: The context, nature and processes of management and the core theoretical frameworks employed in attempts to explore and conceptualise the management process;
A10: Core theoretical frameworks employed in attempts to explore and conceptualize behaviour at work.
Learning methods
Learning/teaching methods/strategies:
Lectures and tutor-led seminars
Directed reading Individual and group tasks
Modern Languages proficiency A1 is developed through classwork, homework, use of dedicated software and Web materials, and the year abroad.
Cultural awareness A2 is developed through class and web materials, and the year abroad (during which students experience, engage with and integrate into another culture, either by a period of study at a partner institution offering the opportunity to operate in a different academic, linguistic and cultural environment, or by working as a language assistant and thereby acquiring valuable vocational experience of working abroad.)
Skills of linguistics analysis A3 are developed through study of authentic (textual, or video, or film or aural) materials in class.
A1-A3 are reinforced by feedback from staff in class, in office hours or by email.
Assessment methods
Assessment methods:
Unseen written examinations
Assessed essays and other coursework assignments
Class tests
Pre-published class assignments
A1-A3 are assessed on Modern Languages course by a range of methods which typically include: role-play activities; class presentations; oral exams; written coursework e.g.
Essays, book reports, translation, project work; unseen written exams, class tests, web-based assignment involving a web search or producing web materials.
B: Intellectual and cognitive skills
B1: Abstract and synthesise information from authentic written and spoken language materials
B2: Interact in the chosen languages, expressing one's own ideas (and responding to those put forward by others) coherently and articulately
B3: Analyse authentic modern language materials from a variety of perspectives
B4: Abstract and synthesise relevant data from a variety of sources;
B5: Critically evaluate contemporary theories and empirical evidence, marshal evidence, develop an argument (in writing) and present ideas in a coherent and effective manner
B6: Manipulate and analyse numerical (including financial) data and appreciate the nature and limitations of basic statistical concepts.
Learning methods
Learning/teaching methods/strategies Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks B1-B3 are developed on Modern Languages courses by a range of methods which typically include: group discussion of topical themes and analysis of authentic (textual, or video, or film, or aural) materials in class; laboratory work involving use of dedicated software and Web materials; and staff advice, feedback and interaction with students in office hours and via email
Assessment methods
Assessment methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays and other coursework assignments Class tests Pre-published class assignments B1-B3 are assessed on Modern Languages course by a range of methods which typically include: role-play activities; class presentations; oral exams; written coursework e.g.
Essays, book reports, translation, project work; unseen written exams, class tests, web-based assignment involving a web search or producing web materials
C: Practical skills
C1: Organise and present (orally and in writing) ideas and materials in the chosen modern language(s)
C2: Record and summarise transactions and other economic events.
C3: Gathering and processing information from different sources, e.g. doing a bibliographic search in the library, accessing material from online databases and locating and downloading appropriate foreign language materials from the Web
C4: Identify and retrieve relevant data from a variety of sources;
Learning methods
Learning/teaching methods/strategies Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks C1 and C2 are developed on Modern Languages courses by a range of methods which typically include: group discussion of topical themes and analysis of authentic (textual, or video, or film, or aural) materials in class; laboratory work involving use of dedicated software and Web materials; and staff advice, feedback and interaction with students in office hours and via email
Assessment methods
Assessment methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays and other coursework assignments Class tests Pre-published class assignments C1 and C2 are assessed on Modern Languages course by a range of methods which typically include: role-play activities; class presentation; oral exams; written coursework e.g.
Essays, book reports, translation, project work; unseen written exams, class tests, web-based assignment involving a web search or producing web materials.
D: Key skills
D1: Present ideas and arguments in a coherent and effective manner.
D2: Use appropriate Information Technology to locate, acquire and analyse data.
D3: Manipulate and analyse numerical (including financial) data and appreciate the nature and limitations of basic statistical concepts.
D4: Identify and analyse problems and apply appropriate knowledge and skills to develop effective solutions
D5: Improving own Learning/Performance.
Learning methods
Learning/teaching methods/strategies:
Lectures and tutor-led seminars
Directed reading
Individual and group tasks
Methods employed to develop key skills on Modern Languages courses typically include: group discussion of topical themes and analysis of authentic (textual, or video, or film, or aural) materials in class; laboratory work involving use of dedicated software and Web materials; and staff advice, feedback and interaction with students in office hours and via email
Assessment methods
Assessment methods:
Unseen written examinations
Assessed essays and other coursework assignments
Class tests
Pre-published class assignments
Methods employed to assess key skills on
Modern Languages courses typically include: role-play activities; class presentations which may involve the use of Powerpoint; oral exams; written coursework e.g.
Essays, book reports, translations, project work; unseen written exams, class tests, web-based assignment involving a web search or producing web materials.