Sanctuary Scholarship
University of Leeds · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
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The BSc (Hons) Business Studies with Foundation Year at University of Leeds is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about driving organisational success. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. This course is for UK students only. International students should apply for the International Foundation Year. This extended four-year course allows you to study for a degree in one of the following: - accounting and finance - banking and finance - business management with marketing - business management and the human resource - economics - international business - international business and finance - international business and marketing - management. Home/uk fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 87% continuation rate.
| A-Level | CCC Excluding critical thinking and general studies. Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement. We welcome applications from students with a wide range of qualifications. |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points 24 overall (12 higher) |
| UCAS Points | 72 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
(specific subject requirements) Available to UK residents only Yes Contact bm@leeds.ac.uk Course overview This course is for UK students only. International students should apply for the International Foundation Year. This course does not accept students with previous higher education experience, including other foundation years or international students. £5,760 Tuition fees for UK undergraduate students starting in 2026/27 will be £5,760 for the foundation year. Fee information is available on
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £27,500 | £36,000 | £44,000 |
| 5 years | £38,500 | £51,000 | £67,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £15,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH17-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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University of Leeds · Undergraduate
University of Leeds · Undergraduate

University of Leeds offers Business Studies with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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