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Undergraduate courses/Business and Management courses/Business

Key facts

Typical offer

UCAS points:

32

A Level:

C or EE

BTEC:

PP

Key facts

Duration:

2 years full-time

Study mode:

Full-time

UCAS code:

422N

Institution code:

D26

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Typical offer

UCAS points:

32

A Level:

C or EE

BTEC:

PP

UCAS code

422N

Duration

Study mode

Full-time

See all the key facts and full entry requirements

A HND in Business offers practical, career‑focused training in key areas like marketing, finance, and management, preparing you for the workplace or further study.

Overview

This Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is awarded by De Montfort University and delivered at our partner institution, Leicester College. On successful completion, you have the option to top up to a full BA (Hons) Business Management degree by completing a third year at the main DMU campus.

  • Career-focused and practical – study core business subjects across disciplines with real-world relevance and application.
  • Tailor your studies – choose a general business pathway or specialise in Marketing or Human Resource Management.
  • Industry placements – gain valuable experience with companies like Rolls Royce, IBM, Walt Disney, the NHS, and Siemens.
  • Successful graduates – alumni go on to roles such as Business Analyst at Capita, Supply Manager at Cummins, and Analyst at Vodafone.
  • Block teaching – study one subject at a time, helping you focus, engage deeply, and enjoy a study-life balance.
Block teaching designed around you

You deserve a positive teaching and learning experience, where you feel part of a supportive and nurturing community. That’s why most students will enjoy an innovative approach to learning using block teaching, where you will study one module at a time. You’ll benefit from regular assessments – rather than lots of exams at the end of the year – and a simple timetable that allows you to engage with your subject and enjoy other aspects of university life such as sports, societies, meeting friends and discovering your new city. By studying with the same peers and tutor for each block, you’ll build friendships and a sense of belonging. Read more about block teaching.

What you will study

  • Block 1: Foundations of Business Management
  • Block 2: Introduction to Marketing
  • Block 3: Accounting & Budget Management
  • Block 4: Human Resource & People Management
  • Block 1: Finance and Reporting for Management Decisions
  • Block 2: Contemporary Issues in Sustainable Business
  • Block 3: Business Research and Analysis
  • Block 4: Choose one
    • Ethical and Responsible Leadership
    • Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
    • Work Based Management Project

Note: All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review. Exact modules may, therefore, vary for your intake in order to keep content current. If there are changes to your course we will, where reasonable, take steps to inform you as appropriate.

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Kimberlin Library offers a space where you can work, study and access a vast range of print materials, with computer stations, laptops, plasma screens and assistive technology also available. As well as providing a physical space in which to work, we offer online tools to support your studies, and our extensive online collection of resources.

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How to apply

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Programme title:
Business HND
Programme code:
422N

UCAS applications

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  1. Register on UCAS Hub (create an account)
  2. Fill in your UCAS application form:
  3. Personal details (name, contact, residency)
    • More about you (any mental health conditions or long-term illnesses, parenting responsibilities, whether you’ve served in the armed forces)
    • Education history (qualifications taken or pending)
    • Employment history (if applicable)
    • Course choice
  4. Write your personal statement (why you want to study the course, skills, achievements, future goals)
  5. Get your reference (usually from a teacher/tutor/employer)
  6. Pay the UCAS fee (single choice or multiple choices)
  7. Submit the UCAS application before the deadline.
Save these details for your application.
Programme title:
Business HND
Programme code:
422N

Apply directly as an international student

Find out more and apply
  1. Visit DMU’s international section and select the course you wish to apply for as an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
  2. Prepare your documents - gather the essentials:
    • Academic transcripts and certificates
    • Personal statement
    • English language proficiency evidence (e.g., IELTS)
    • Portfolio (if required by the course)
    • Copy of your passport
  3. Complete the application - submit via the DMU Online Portal
  4. Submit the application and supporting documents - you can still receive a conditional offer even if some documents will follow later
  5. Application review and offer - DMU’s Admissions team will assess your application and issue:
    • A conditional offer (pending remaining docs, test results, etc.)
    • Or an unconditional offer, if all requirements are fulfilled

Key facts

Course title

Business

Award

HND

UCAS code

422N

Institution code

D26

Study level

Undergraduate

Study mode

Full-time

Start date

September

Duration

2 years full-time

Fees

£6,355

Additional costs

Entry requirements

Typical offer

UCAS points:

32

A Level:

C or EE

BTEC Extended Diploma:

PP

Contextual Offer:

This course does not provide contextual offers. To find out more about our contextual offer policy at DMU, head to dmu.ac.uk/contextual

T Levels:

Pass

Access to HE:

Pass

GCSEs:

5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

Mature students

We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Additional costs

The core textbooks for all modules are available in the Kimberlin Library, and journal articles in your reading lists are also mostly available electronically from your myDMU login.

Some students like to purchase their own text books or print course documents and we suggest allowing approximately £200 per year for this.

All students are required to pay for their DBS check if required for your programme or placement.

In addition students will be required to pay for their travel costs to placements or project locations.

All students are provided the opportunity to participate in DMU Global trips. These trips are subsidised by the University, and the cost and subsidy varies by location.

Learn more about fees and funding information.