BSc (Hons) Project Management Degree with Foundation Year

Do you want to develop the skills to excel in roles across the project management sector, but aren’t sure if you’re ready for university study? Then our project management degree with an integrated foundation year might be just the solution you’ve been looking for. This course has been designed to equip you with the skills to progress to a career in project management, even if you don’t have the academic confidence or qualifications to join a standard undergraduate course. The foundation year is perfect if you need a little extra support to start your journey to higher education, offering study-skills and guidance at every stage. You’ll then go on to learn contemporary themes and practical skills directly from our team of experienced project management professionals, helping you demonstrate to employers that you possess competence in the latest project management techniques. And, as modern projects are becoming increasingly dynamic and challenging, your studies will have a digital-first focus, giving you the knowledge and critical understanding of business solutions to deliver real impact in the workplace. Today, project management is used in almost every global sector, including engineering, technology, education, healthcare, events management, community and environmental programmes, tourism, and many more creative and service industries. This means your degree in project management from Arden will provide you with the skills and knowledge to enter the industry of your choice once you graduate, with the ability to make an immediate impact on the design, deployment, and success of a wide range of projects.

At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application. Eligibility To be eligible for the BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year course, you should normally have: A minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 completed within the last 3 years, or an equivalent qualification. Applicants may be considered based on a minimum of 2 years of professional work experience evidenced with a CV and Reference if they do not meet the qualification requirements. We also offer this course as a standard bachelor’s degree without foundation year. To view the course details, please click here. English proficiency IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element). Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted.

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element)

UK students: £5,605 per level (UK campus)

UK/Home: £5,605 per level (UK campus)

November 2026, February 2027

Rolling admission — apply any time before your chosen intake start date; Arden runs several intakes a year and sets no fixed application deadline

• Birmingham London (Holborn, Stratford) Manchester, United Kingdom