Want a successful business career? Start building it at Buckingham

At The University of Buckingham’s School of Business, we can help you develop the practical skills, commercial awareness and confidence needed to thrive in today's business world.

Our pioneering two-year degrees help you start your career a year earlier while reducing the overall cost of your studies. As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, selected courses are available for £15,660 for the full two-year degree, compared with £28,605 for a typical three-year degree elsewhere in the UK. With one less year of living expenses, you could save over £25,000 overall.

Real world value When you study with us, you'll gain more than a business degree. You'll develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to stand out in a competitive global marketplace.

Our future-focused curriculum combines academic excellence with practical experience, giving you opportunities to work on real business challenges, connect with industry professionals and apply your learning beyond the classroom. Through mentoring, guest speakers, live projects and Buckingham's B-Enterprising paid micro-internships, you'll build valuable professional experience and industry connections while you study.

Alongside subject knowledge, you'll develop the skills and mindset employers look for most, including communication, leadership, problem-solving, commercial awareness, financial literacy, marketing expertise and entrepreneurial thinking.

You'll also explore the trends shaping the future of business, from artificial intelligence and big data analytics to sustainability, ethics and global strategy. Several of our modules are also professionally accredited, helping you enhance your employability and gain a competitive edge as you begin your career.

A name, not just a number We offer personalised, small-group teaching which means you’ll benefit from increased contact time with teaching staff and academics. Our business lecturers bring extensive industry experience into every classroom. Many have founded and run businesses themselves, ensuring teaching is grounded in real-world practice.

What our students say: “I really liked the small group teaching - the classes were no bigger than my A level classes.” Morgan, BSc (Hons) Business Management

"Lecturers knew my name and took time to get to know me. Buckingham was the first time in my educational journey where I truly felt noticed." Lydia, BSc (Hons) Marketing with Media Communications

What local businesses say about our business undergraduates: “The students are always very creative with their ideas, and they take the theory side of things and implement them into a real-life situation.” (Sarah King, Co-Owner, Cornwall Place Kitchen)

“Very broad panel of students who bring lots of different ideas. As an entrepreneur, sometimes you stick to your own mindset but this lets us see a different vision of your business. So that's why it's very good.” (Jean-Francois Bisault, Owner, CAVAVIN wine retailer

To discover our business courses and book your place on an open day, visit our website.